May 13–17, 2026
South Haven, Michigan
3,000 athletes
A multi-day festival of multisport racing including Aquabike, Duathlon, Aquathlon, and more. No qualification required for most events. Great atmosphere on Lake Michigan.
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$150
Events
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From local sprint triathlons to World Championship qualifiers — browse the 2026 race calendar, find your perfect event, and get everything you need to show up ready.
Can't-miss races
Featured events for 2026
Our editorial team's picks for the most exciting, well-organized, and bucket-list-worthy triathlon events of the year.
Sprint
Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon
June 7, 2026San Francisco, California2,000 athletes
Jump off a ferry into the frigid San Francisco Bay and swim to shore from Alcatraz Island. Then bike the Marin Headlands and run through the city. Lottery entry required — one of the most iconic triathlons in the world.
$486Register
70.3
IRONMAN 70.3 Boulder
June 13, 2026Boulder, Colorado2,500 athletes
A beloved course through the Rocky Mountain foothills. Swim at Boulder Reservoir, bike through stunning canyon roads, run along Boulder Creek. Fast sell-out every year.
$375Register
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IRONMAN France
June 28, 2026Nice, France2,500 athletes
A legendary full-distance race along the French Riviera. Swim in the Baie des Anges, bike through the Alps, and run the Promenade des Anglais to the finish. Stunning and brutal in equal measure.
€595Register
Olympic
WTCS Hamburg
July 11, 2026Hamburg, GermanyElite field + age group
One of the biggest triathlon events in the world with over 10,000 age group participants alongside the elite WTCS race. Swim in the Alster, bike through the city, run past the finish line crowds.
$195Register
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IRONMAN Lanzarote
May 23, 2026
Canary Islands, Spain
2,000 athletes
One of the toughest full-distance races on the planet. Volcanic landscape, brutal winds on the bike, and relentless heat. A bucket-list race for serious long-course athletes.
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€595
Olympic
WTCS Alghero
May 30, 2026
Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
Elite field
The Mediterranean backdrop of Sardinia hosts Round 4 of the WTCS. Turquoise water, cobblestone run course, and elite racing at its finest.
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Spectator event
June 7, 2026
San Francisco, California
2,000 athletes
Jump off a ferry into the frigid San Francisco Bay and swim to shore from Alcatraz Island. Then bike the Marin Headlands and run through the city. Lottery entry required — one of the most iconic triathlons in the world.
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$486
June 13, 2026
Boulder, Colorado
2,500 athletes
A beloved course through the Rocky Mountain foothills. Swim at Boulder Reservoir, bike through stunning canyon roads, run along Boulder Creek. Fast sell-out every year.
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$375
June 13, 2026
East Freetown, Massachusetts
1,500 athletes
Earn your national title at the long course distance. A challenging New England course with a freshwater swim, hilly bike, and scenic run.
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$175
Olympic
WTCS Quiberon
June 20, 2026
Quiberon, France
Elite field
Elite draft-legal racing on the beautiful Brittany peninsula. Round 5 of the WTCS on one of France's most picturesque Atlantic coastlines.
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Spectator event
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IRONMAN France
June 28, 2026
Nice, France
2,500 athletes
A legendary full-distance race along the French Riviera. Swim in the Baie des Anges, bike through the Alps, and run the Promenade des Anglais to the finish. Stunning and brutal in equal measure.
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€595
Olympic
WTCS Hamburg
July 11, 2026
Hamburg, Germany
Elite field + age group
One of the biggest triathlon events in the world with over 10,000 age group participants alongside the elite WTCS race. Swim in the Alster, bike through the city, run past the finish line crowds.
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$195
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IRONMAN Lake Placid
July 19, 2026
Lake Placid, New York
2,800 athletes
A legendary full-distance race through the Adirondack Mountains. Double-loop swim in Mirror Lake, two-loop bike through the mountains, and a run through the iconic Olympic village.
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$825
Olympic
WTCS London
July 25, 2026
London, Great Britain
Elite field
Elite triathlon in the heart of London with the Houses of Parliament as a backdrop. One of the most prestigious stops on the World Triathlon Championship Series circuit.
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Spectator event
July 26, 2026
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
2,000 athletes
Half-distance racing in the shadow of the Canadian Rockies. A scenic and challenging course that rewards strong cyclists. Great summer racing in one of Canada's most beautiful cities.
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CAD $395
July 26, 2026
Augusta, Maine
2,000 athletes
A quintessential New England 70.3. Swim in Lake Cobbosseecontee, bike through rolling Maine farmland, and run through downtown Augusta. Cool summer temps make for fast racing.
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$325
July 31–August 2, 2026
West Chester, Ohio
2,000 athletes
The premier youth triathlon competition in the US. Future stars of the sport compete for national titles and opportunities to represent Team USA internationally.
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$125
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IRONMAN Canada — Ottawa
August 2, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
2,200 athletes
Full-distance racing in Canada's capital city. Swim in the Ottawa River, bike through the scenic Gatineau Hills, and run a finish line loop through downtown Ottawa.
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CAD $895
August 7–9, 2026
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
4,000 athletes
Represent your age group on the national stage. Sprint and Olympic distance races on a fast Lake Michigan course. Earn your slot for the Age Group World Championships.
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$185
August 16, 2026
Redding, California
2,000 athletes
Northern California's premier 70.3 on Shasta Lake. Warm summer conditions, beautiful scenery, and a challenging course through the Sacramento Valley foothills.
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$325
August 16, 2026
Penn Yan, New York
1,000 athletes
Long-course national championship racing in the Finger Lakes region of New York. No qualification required — open to all USAT members looking to compete at the ultra distance.
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$185
Olympic
Chicago Triathlon
August 22–23, 2026
Chicago, Illinois
9,000 athletes
One of the largest triathlons in North America. Swim in Lake Michigan, bike along Lake Shore Drive, and run through Grant Park. Sprint, Olympic, and Triple Challenge distances available.
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$265
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IRONMAN Vichy
August 23, 2026
Vichy, France
2,000 athletes
A full-distance IRONMAN in the heart of France's spa country. Swim in the Allier River, bike through the Auvergne countryside, and run through the historic thermal resort town of Vichy.
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€595
Olympic
WTCS Weihai
August 29, 2026
Weihai, China
Elite field
Round 8 of the WTCS on China's Shandong peninsula. Elite draft-legal racing with the Yellow Sea as a backdrop.
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Olympic
Malibu Triathlon
September 19–20, 2026
Malibu, California
1,800 athletes
One of the most scenic triathlons in the country at Zuma Beach, set against the backdrop of the Pacific Coast Highway. Sprint and Olympic distances available. Celebrity-friendly and beginner-welcoming.
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$173
September 12–13, 2026
Nice, France
3,500 athletes
The pinnacle of the 70.3 distance. Qualification required. Swim in the Mediterranean, bike through the French Alps, and run the Promenade des Anglais. Nice hosts the championship for the second time.
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IRONMAN Wisconsin
September 13, 2026
Madison, Wisconsin
2,800 athletes
A fan favorite full-distance race around Lake Monona in downtown Madison. Famous for its electric crowd support and challenging rolling bike course through the Wisconsin countryside.
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$825
Race weekend guide
What to expect from your race weekend
Race weekend is the culmination of weeks or months of training — and it can also be the most chaotic, logistically complex 48 hours of your life if you haven't done it before.
The expo, the packet pickup, the bike racking, the transition walk-through, the nervous dinner, the 4am alarm — we'll walk you through all of it so you arrive at the start line calm, prepared, and ready to race.
The athletes who handle race weekend best are the ones who've done most of the thinking in advance. Use our guide below, stick to your plan, and save your mental energy for the race itself.
Before you go
- Check race-specific gear requirements (helmet certifications, disc wheel rules)
- Pack your transition bag using a checklist the week before
- Book bike transport or rent a bike if flying to a destination race
- Arrive 1–2 days early for destination races to acclimatize and check in
Race registration / expo
- Bring race confirmation, government ID, and USAT/ITU license card
- Visit the expo early — lines grow as race day approaches
- Pick up all swag and study the course map at the expo
- Ask volunteers any questions you have about the course or logistics
Transition setup
- Rack your bike the evening before or race morning (check cutoff times)
- Lay out gear in a logical order: helmet first, then shoes, then race belt
- Tie a small flag or bright towel to your rack spot for easy identification
- Walk from swim exit → T1 → T2 → run out → finish. Know the route by heart.
Race morning
- Wake up at least 2.5–3 hours before your start time
- Eat your practiced race-morning breakfast (nothing experimental)
- Arrive at transition 60–90 minutes before your wave start
- Warm up in the water if possible — even 5 minutes helps the shock
Destination races
Travel tips for destination triathlons
Racing somewhere new adds a layer of logistical complexity — and infinite adventure. Here's how to manage the former so you can enjoy the latter.
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Book accommodation within 20 minutes of transition if possible
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Research bike shipping vs. rental well in advance (3+ months)
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Always add one extra race day's worth of nutrition in your luggage
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Check weather forecasts obsessively starting 5 days before race day
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Ask your hotel if they have secure bike storage — not all do
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Know the nearest hospital or urgent care, just in case
Beyond the race
The triathlon community is the whole point
The sport is challenging. The community makes it worth it. Here's how to engage beyond just racing.
Volunteering at races
Volunteering at a triathlon before you race one is the single best education you can get. You'll see transitions, nutrition stations, and finish lines from every angle. Most major races always need volunteers.
Spectator tips
Bring a race map, spot your athlete at multiple points, and know where the jumbotron will be. Pro tip: the swim exit is always worth the early alarm — it's the most dramatic two minutes of the race.
Local club meetups
Most race weekends have informal athlete meetups the day before. Check race social media groups, look for tri club banners at the expo, and introduce yourself. The triathlon community is genuinely one of the friendliest in sport.
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