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Welland Canal Open Water Swim

Name: Welland Canal Open Water Swim
Start: 2026-08-30
End: 2026-08-30
Location: Welland

Welland, Ontario, Canada

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About the Event

Experience the grand finale of the Canaqua Sports Open Water Swim Series at the Welland Canal with two thrilling events: the Dive into the Welland Canal Open Water Swim and the Mudskipper SwimRun. This year's highlight is the return of the legendary Welland 15K Ultraswim, which has been a staple in the series since its inception in 2017.
Swimmers can choose from a variety of distances to suit their abilities: a short but invigorating 1-kilometer swim for beginners and those looking for an easy introduction; a more challenging 2.5-kilometer course that offers a taste of open water swimming without the endurance test; a classic 5-kilometer distance that provides a balanced challenge; and the iconic 10K, which pushes even seasoned swimmers to their limits.
For those who want to take on an extra layer of adventure, there's also the Mudskipper SwimRun. This unique event combines swimming in the Welland Canal with running along its banks and through nearby trails, offering participants a mix of aquatic and terrestrial challenges that highlight both strength and versatility.
The Welland 15K Ultraswim stands out as an epic journey for endurance athletes, testing their mettle over this formidable distance. The event is renowned not only for the physical demands it places on swimmers but also for its scenic setting along the historic Welland Canal, where participants can enjoy stunning views and a rich sense of history.
Join thousands of fellow enthusiasts in celebrating water sports at one of Canada's most beloved aquatic events. Whether you're an experienced long-distance swimmer or just starting out with shorter distances, there is something to captivate every level of participant, making this event not only competitive but also incredibly inclusive.

Races Offered

15K Ultra Swim

Aug 30, 2026

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Distance — 15K

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$87.79

1K Swim

Aug 30, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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$68.41

2.5K Swim

Aug 30, 2026

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Distance — 2.5K

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$68.41

5K Swim

Aug 30, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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$79.81

Welland 10K Open water Swim

Aug 30, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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$83.23

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Welland.

thermostat Temperature

16.4° / 25.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

16.0° / 24.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 4m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

High (7.0)

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73.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:24

nightlight Sunset

20:16

About Welland

Learn more about the host city, Welland.

\ Welland is a city of 56,000 people (2021) in the Niagara Region of Ontario Canada. The city is centred on the Old Welland Canal which splits the city into a Northwestern section and a Southeastern section. The Eastern section is primarily older, having been the original settlement for the diggers of the Welland Canal. As the town grew it expanded Northwest and is now almost completely urbanized in this area.