Triathlons in Florida
Florida has 44 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. That is the 3rd-highest event count for triathlons of any state. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August through October, quietest in March, May, and June. No single city dominates the calendar. Clermont leads with 4 races, followed by Orlando (3), St Petersburg (3), and Pensacola Beach (3). The remaining 70% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Triathlons by month in Florida
Aug (11) · Oct (8) · Sep (7) · Nov (5) · Apr (3) · Jul (3) · Mar (2) · May (2) · Dec (2) · Jun (1)
Notable Florida events
- IRONMAN Florida — Panama City Beach, November 7 — full Ironman triathlon
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Game On! St. Augustine Triathlon
St Augustine, FL
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Game On! St. Augustine Triathlon
July 26, 2026
St Augustine, FL
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Murabella Kids Triathlon
St Augustine, FL
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Murabella Kids Triathlon
August 1, 2026
St Augustine, FL
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Lake Nona Triathlon #1
Orlando, FL
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Lake Nona Triathlon #1
August 1, 2026
Orlando, FL
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AdventHealth Cool Sommer Mornings Triathlon\Duathlon\5K Series #3
August 9, 2026
Clermont, FL
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Hammerhead Olympic & Sprint Triathlon
Starke, FL
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Hammerhead Olympic & Sprint Triathlon
August 16, 2026
Starke, FL
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AdventHealth Cool Sommer Mornings Triathlon\Duathlon\5K Series #4
September 13, 2026
Clermont, FL
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Tarpon Springs Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon/Aquabike/5K
September 26, 2026
Tarpon Springs, FL
Frequently asked questions
What are the standard triathlon distances?▾
The main distances are Sprint (750m swim, 20K bike, 5K run), Olympic (1.5K swim, 40K bike, 10K run), Half-Ironman/70.3 (1.2mi swim, 56mi bike, 13.1mi run), and full Ironman (2.4mi swim, 112mi bike, 26.2mi run). Browse all distances on RACE.
What do I need for my first triathlon?▾
At minimum you need a swimsuit, goggles, a road or tri bike, helmet, running shoes, and a race belt for your number. Many beginners start with a sprint triathlon, which can be completed in 1-2 hours.
What is the difference between sprint and Olympic triathlon?▾
A sprint triathlon is roughly half the distance of an Olympic triathlon. Sprints typically take 1-1.5 hours while Olympic distance races take 2-3.5 hours. Sprints are ideal for beginners.
How do I qualify for the IRONMAN World Championship?▾
Athletes qualify by earning a slot at an IRONMAN-branded qualifying race. Each full IRONMAN event allocates slots to age group winners. The World Championship is held annually in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
What are the biggest triathlons in the US?▾
The SuperTri Chicago Triathlon is the largest single triathlon event with 8,000+ athletes. IRONMAN events in Texas, Florida, Lake Placid, and Arizona draw thousands. Escape From Alcatraz is a bucket-list race. Find them all on RACE.