Wellness Wednesday — Registration opens for Big Splash

The Big Splash, a recreational and competitive swimming fundraiser that has raised more than $50,000 for children and adults with disabilities, returns to Omaha on Saturday, Aug. 27.

Who: The event brings together swimmers of all abilities and ages to compete in a variety of races and relays for recreational, competitive, adaptive and assisted swimmers.












Registration and more



Register online.

Not a swimmer? Sign up to volunteer for the event.




Why: Proceeds raised support UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) programs for individuals with diverse disabilities.

Where: Competitive events will be held at Millard West High School Pool (5710 S. 176th Ave.). Lunch with Olympic swimmer Kathleen Hersey will follow at the school. A Family Swim & Splash Party will be held at Rockbrook Swimming Pool (10800 W. Center Road).

When:

  • Competitions — 8 a.m. to noon;
  • Lunch with Olympian Kathleen Hersey — noon; and
  • Swim party — 1 to 3 p.m.

Cost: $25 per participant for any combination of events, including the swim party. All swimmers receive a Big Splash T-shirt, free admission to the Swim & Splash party and free lunch. Lunch is $5 for non-participants. Scholarships are available for adaptive and assisted swimmers. To apply, contact a Big Splash representative at 402-502-0300.

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