Triathlons in Texas
Texas has 40 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. That is the 4th-highest event count for triathlons of any state. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 27 of 40 races (68%) take place between May and September, with September (13 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Fort Worth leads with 4 races, followed by Austin (3), San Antonio (2), and Katy (2). The remaining 73% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Triathlons by month in Texas
Sep (13) · Oct (9) · Aug (7) · Jun (3) · Jul (3) · Mar (2) · Jan (1) · May (1) · Nov (1)
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Cypress Youth Triathlon
Cypress, TX
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Cypress Youth Triathlon
July 25, 2026
Cypress, TX
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33rd Annual Rotary Club of Katy Triathlon at the Katy Boardwalk
September 6, 2026
Katy, TX
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CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose City Triathlon
September 13, 2026
Whitehouse, TX
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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.