Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention Bureau

There is no registration and no rules with the exception of using common sense and courtesy for this annual swim across the Peace River. It’s not meant to be a race but a leisurely swim across 1.5 miles of river. Hundreds of swimmers participate, many donning red, white and blue attire. Participants will swim from the beach at the north end of the southbound U.S. 41 Bridge to Fishermen’s Village in Punta Gorda. Reach the public beach either by traversing the shoreline under the two bridges, or from the west side of the U. S. 41 right of way walk directly onto the beach without trespassing on the private property between the beach and the defunct Sea Horse Marina. Vessels will be required to operate at idle speed in the Peace River Channel from the U.S. 41 Bridge to Marker Number 2 while swimmers are in the Channel. Participants are advised to swim with a buddy.

Celebration of Englewood's history with a recognition of beards in Englewood, watermelon eating contest, fish-a-thon, cardboard boat races, parade, carnival, entertainment, crafts and vendors. Pioneer Days takes place at Pioneer Park located on West Dearborn Street between Orange and Mango Streets in Englewood.