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Triathlons in Iowa

Iowa has 36 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. Two months carry most of the calendar: August (19) and July (8) together account for 75% of races (27 of 36). No single city dominates the calendar. Des Moines leads with 6 races, followed by Clear Lake (4), Manchester (3), and Palo (2). The remaining 58% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

Triathlons by month in Iowa

Aug (19) · Jul (8) · Jun (6) · Sep (2) · May (1)

Showing 24 of 36

RipRoar Youth Triathlon | Waukee
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RipRoar Youth Triathlon | Waukee

June 13, 2026
Waukee, IA
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Pigman Triathlon + Duathlon + Aquabike + Open Water Swim
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Pigman Triathlon + Duathlon + Aquabike + Open Water Swim

June 14, 2026
Palo, IA
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Pigman Triathlon

Palo, IA

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Pigman Triathlon

June 20, 2026
Palo, IA
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RipRoar Youth Triathlon | Des Moines, IA
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RipRoar Youth Triathlon | Des Moines, IA

June 27, 2026
Des Moines, IA
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Ames Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike
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Ames Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike

June 28, 2026
Ames, IA
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Ames Triathlon

Ames, IA

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Ames Triathlon

June 28, 2026
Ames, IA
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RipRoar Youth Triathlon | Valley View
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RipRoar Youth Triathlon | Valley View

July 11, 2026
West Des Moines, IA
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Flatland USAT Junior Cup Triathlon

Des Moines, IA

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Flatland USAT Junior Cup Triathlon

July 12, 2026
Des Moines, IA
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2026 Flatland Cup Youth Draft Legal Triathlon

Des Moines, IA

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2026 Flatland Cup Youth Draft Legal Triathlon

July 12, 2026
Des Moines, IA
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DeWitt Crossroads Triathlon

Dewitt, IA

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DeWitt Crossroads Triathlon

July 18, 2026
Dewitt, IA
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Flatland Cup Adult Triathlon

Des Moines, IA

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Flatland Cup Adult Triathlon

July 18, 2026
Des Moines, IA
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First Responders "Bring in the Backup" Triathlon
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First Responders "Bring in the Backup" Triathlon

July 25, 2026
Northwood, IA
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Ankeny Youth Triathlon

Ankeny, IA

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Ankeny Youth Triathlon

July 25, 2026
Ankeny, IA
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First Responders “Bring in the Backup” Triathlon

Northwood, IA

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First Responders “Bring in the Backup” Triathlon

July 25, 2026
Northwood, IA
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Muscatine Triathlon

Muscatine, IA

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Muscatine Triathlon

August 1, 2026
Muscatine, IA
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Des Moines Triathlon
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Des Moines Triathlon

August 2, 2026
Des Moines, IA
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Twin Lakes Triathlon
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Twin Lakes Triathlon

August 8, 2026
Manson, IA
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YMCA of Washington County Triathlon
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YMCA of Washington County Triathlon

August 8, 2026
Washington, IA
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Des Moines Triathlon

Des Moines, IA

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Des Moines Triathlon

August 8, 2026
Des Moines, IA
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RipRoar Youth Triathlon | Johnston, IA
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RipRoar Youth Triathlon | Johnston, IA

August 15, 2026
Johnston, IA
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Storm the Lake Triathlon

Storm Lake, IA

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Storm the Lake Triathlon

August 15, 2026
Storm Lake, IA
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YMCA of Washington County Triathlon

Washington, IA

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YMCA of Washington County Triathlon

August 15, 2026
Washington, IA
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Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon - Duathlon - Open Water Swim
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Storm the Lake Sprint Triathlon - Duathlon - Open Water Swim

August 15, 2026
Storm Lake, IA
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Timber Tri
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Timber Tri

August 22, 2026
Corning, IA
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Top Cities for Triathlons in Iowa

Des Moines (6)

Triathlons in Nearby States

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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.
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