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Sunday, September 13th, 2026
1100 E College Pkwy, Annapolis MD
5K · 1 Mile
68–78°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
65–78°F
dry
2024
67–79°F
dry
2023
72–79°F
dry
2022
71–79°F
rain
2021
74–86°F
dry
2020
66–77°F
dry
2019
67–74°F
dry
2018
74–82°F
dry
2017
68–77°F
rain
2016
72–80°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Sep 13
Rain likely · 72–80°F
Sunday, Sep 13starts near 72°F · 46% chance of rain · wind up to 9 mph
About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Annual Bay Bridge Paddle
- Date: 2026-09-13
- Location: 1100 E College Pkwy, Annapolis, MD
- URL: Bay Bridge Paddle Registration
Race Categories
- Divisions: Kayaks, SUPs, surfskis, prone, outrigger canoe
- Courses: The Span (9M), The Steamer (3M), The Soft Shell (1M)
- Skill Levels: All skill levels welcome
- Craft Types: Reach out if your craft is not listed
Post-Race Celebration
- Activities: Enjoy the Maryland Seafood Festival
- Entertainment: Live music and great food
- Charity Support: Raffles benefiting charities for a healthy Chesapeake Bay
- Awards: Awards ceremony after the race
Additional Information
- Board Rentals: Email us for connections
- Event Policy: Fewer than 6 racers will be excluded from prizes
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
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