Triathlons in Maine
Maine has 13 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. South Berwick is the busiest city with 4 races, ahead of Lincoln (2) and New Harbor (2).
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TRI for a Cure
South Portland, ME
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TRI for a Cure
July 12, 2026
South Portland, ME
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Sea to Summit Triathlon
Berwick, ME
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Sea to Summit Triathlon
July 26, 2026
Berwick, ME
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Great Loon Triathlon
Lincoln, ME
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Great Loon Triathlon
August 9, 2026
Lincoln, ME
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Pemaquid Beach Sprint Triathlon
New Harbor, ME
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Pemaquid Beach Sprint Triathlon
August 30, 2026
New Harbor, ME
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2026 Pumpkinman Triathlon
South Berwick, ME
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2026 Pumpkinman Triathlon
October 11, 2026
South Berwick, ME
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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.