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Triathlons in Louisiana

Louisiana has 16 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. No single city dominates the calendar. Shreveport leads with 3 races, followed by Baton Rouge (3), Lafayette (3), and Houma (2). The remaining 31% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

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Sunrise Triathlon Open Water Swim

Shreveport, LA

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Sunrise Triathlon Open Water Swim

July 12, 2026
Shreveport, LA
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Sunrise Triathlon OWS
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Sunrise Triathlon OWS

July 12, 2026
Shreveport, LA
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Sunrise Triathlon OWS

Shreveport, LA

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Sunrise Triathlon OWS

July 12, 2026
Shreveport, LA
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2026 Rocketchix Tri/Du

Baton Rouge, LA

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2026 Rocketchix Tri/Du

July 18, 2026
Baton Rouge, LA
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Rocketkidz Triathlon
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Rocketkidz Triathlon

July 19, 2026
Baton Rouge, LA
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Rocketkidz Triathlon

Baton Rouge, LA

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Rocketkidz Triathlon

July 25, 2026
Baton Rouge, LA
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Tarpon Triathlon
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Tarpon Triathlon

August 1, 2026
Houma, LA
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Miles Perret Cancer Services (MPCS) Triathlon

Lafayette, LA

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Miles Perret Cancer Services (MPCS) Triathlon

August 15, 2026
Lafayette, LA
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Miles Perret Cancer Services Triathlon

Lafayette, LA

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Miles Perret Cancer Services Triathlon

August 15, 2026
Lafayette, LA
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2026 Tarpon Triathlon - Houma

Houma, LA

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2026 Tarpon Triathlon - Houma

August 15, 2026
Houma, LA
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Gator Gauntlet Off-road Triathlon
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Gator Gauntlet Off-road Triathlon

August 29, 2026
Lake Charles, LA
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CajunMan Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon & 5k Run
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CajunMan Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon & 5k Run

September 6, 2026
Lafayette, LA
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Gator Gauntlet Off-road Triathlon

Lake Charles, LA

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Gator Gauntlet Off-road Triathlon

September 12, 2026
Lake Charles, LA
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River Roux Olympic Triathlon 2026

New Roads, LA

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River Roux Olympic Triathlon 2026

October 10, 2026
New Roads, LA
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Lake Isabel Off Road Triathlon

Bogalusa, LA

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Lake Isabel Off Road Triathlon

October 10, 2026
Bogalusa, LA
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River Roux Olympic Triathlon
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River Roux Olympic Triathlon

October 10, 2026
New Roads, LA
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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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