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Triathlons in Alaska

Alaska has 10 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. Palmer is the busiest city with 3 races, ahead of Anchorage (3) and North Pole (2).

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The Why Not Tri
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The Why Not Tri

June 13, 2026
Palmer, AK

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Why Not Tri - Palmer

Palmer, AK

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Why Not Tri - Palmer

June 20, 2026
Palmer, AK

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The Why Not Tri

Palmer, AK

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The Why Not Tri

June 20, 2026
Palmer, AK
Eagle River Triathlon
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Eagle River Triathlon

June 27, 2026
Chugiak, AK
Tri Nikiski
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Tri Nikiski

June 27, 2026
Kenai, AK

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Sourdough Starter Triathlon 2026

North Pole, AK

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Sourdough Starter Triathlon 2026

June 28, 2026
North Pole, AK

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Eagle River Triathlon - Youth

Anchorage, AK

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Eagle River Triathlon - Youth

July 2, 2026
Anchorage, AK

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Hammerman Off-Road Triathlon & Duathlon

Anchorage, AK

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Hammerman Off-Road Triathlon & Duathlon

July 11, 2026
Anchorage, AK

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2026orth Pole Triathlon

North Pole, AK

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2026orth Pole Triathlon

July 25, 2026
North Pole, AK
Turnagain Training Kid's Summer Triathlon Camps
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Turnagain Training Kid's Summer Triathlon Camps

July 27, 2026
Anchorage, AK

Triathlons in Nearby States

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.