Have you ever felt tempted to jump into the Chicago River? The city is offering an opportunity to do just that, without the risk of legal trouble.
City officials announced on Tuesday that they’re bringing back The Big Jump event as a precursor to the second annual Chicago River Swim.
The Big Jump is scheduled to take place at 10 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 18, and swimmers are set to take their marks for the Chicago River Swim at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20.
In addition to the reemergence of The Big Jump, city officials also announced the Chicago River Swim would allow up to 750 qualified swimmers to register — a large jump from last year’s total of 263 participants.
“The Chicago River belongs to all of Chicago, and The Big Jump is a powerful way to celebrate how far our city has come,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “For generations, Chicagoans have worked to restore this river and reconnect our communities to it. This September, people from across our city and around the world will have the opportunity to experience the river in a whole new way, while supporting ALS research and making sure more young people have access to lifesaving swim and water-safety education.”
The Big Jump was first launched in 2017 to celebrate progress in restoring the river but paused in 2020 when plans were upended by the COVID-19 pandemic and then never returned.
Jumping into or swimming in the Chicago River is strictly prohibited by law unless part of a permitted event, which are usually rare.
“Last year proved that swimming could return to the Chicago River and become something meaningful for the entire city,” said Doug McConnell, founder of A Long Swim and the Chicago River Swim. “This year, we are creating more ways for people to be part of that experience, from opening The Big Jump to the public to welcoming more swimmers. Every participant will help us raise critical funds for ALS research and bring lifesaving swim education to more Chicago children.”
Details on The Big Jump
The Big Jump event will raise money for ALS research and youth swim education, organizers said. The cost to participate is $500 per jumper, and those that raise $1,000 or more can bring a guest to the event (though guests aren’t allowed to jump in).
Jumpers will receive a personal swim buoy, robe, commemorative T-shirt, lunch, and a goodie bag for participating.
Details on registration are available here.
What to know about the Chicago River Swim
Because officials expanded the number of participant spots and because of entries returned through athlete deferrals, registration for the River Swim reopened.
Those interested in swimming through the Chicago River can register for either a one or two-mile event.
Those selected to participate will be charged a $100 fee and will be required to fundraise a minimum of $1,250 for the one-mile or $1,750 for the two-mile race.
Requirements to participate and registration information can be found here.
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