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Triathlons in New Jersey

New Jersey has 33 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 32 of 33 races (97%) take place between May and September, with July (11 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Manahawkin leads with 2 races, followed by Franklin Lakes (2), Avalon (2), and Mays Landing (2). The remaining 76% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

Triathlons by month in New Jersey

Jul (11) · Jun (10) · Aug (6) · Sep (5) · Apr (1)

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Stafford Race for HOPE Triathlon, Duathlon, & Aquabike #
Triathlon

Stafford Race for HOPE Triathlon, Duathlon, & Aquabike #

June 14, 2026
Manahawkin, NJ

Triathlon

Stafford Triathlon/ Duathlon/Aqua

Manahawkin, NJ

Triathlon

Stafford Triathlon/ Duathlon/Aqua

June 14, 2026
Manahawkin, NJ
Sunset Lake Triathlon #
Triathlon

Sunset Lake Triathlon #

June 20, 2026
Bridgeton, NJ

Triathlon

Wyckoff/Franklin Lakes Triathlon

Franklin Lakes, NJ

Triathlon

Wyckoff/Franklin Lakes Triathlon

June 20, 2026
Franklin Lakes, NJ
2026 Wyckoff/Franklin Lakes Triathlon
Triathlon

2026 Wyckoff/Franklin Lakes Triathlon

June 20, 2026
Franklin Lakes, NJ
ISLANDKIDS TRIATHLON
Triathlon

ISLANDKIDS TRIATHLON

June 27, 2026
Avalon, NJ
ISLANDMAN TRIATHLON
Triathlon

ISLANDMAN TRIATHLON

June 27, 2026
Avalon, NJ
Birchwood Lakes Triathlon
Triathlon

Birchwood Lakes Triathlon

June 27, 2026
Medford, NJ
Palisades Park Triathlon/Duathlon
Triathlon

Palisades Park Triathlon/Duathlon

June 28, 2026
Alpine, NJ
DQ Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon, & *NEW* Super Sprint Triathlon at Vincentown *#
Triathlon

DQ Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon, & *NEW* Super Sprint Triathlon at Vincentown *#

July 11, 2026
Vincentown, NJ

Triathlon

DQ Vincentown Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon, & Super Sprint Triathlon

Southampton Township, NJ

Triathlon

DQ Vincentown Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon, & Super Sprint Triathlon

July 11, 2026
Southampton Township, NJ
Stone Harbor Triathlon.
Triathlon

Stone Harbor Triathlon.

July 12, 2026
Stone Harbor, NJ

Triathlon

TRI Mountain Lake Sprint triathlon

Belvidere, NJ

Triathlon

TRI Mountain Lake Sprint triathlon

July 18, 2026
Belvidere, NJ
TRI Mountain Lake
Triathlon

TRI Mountain Lake

July 18, 2026
Liberty Township, NJ
Lake Lenape Tri/Aqua/Du
Triathlon

Lake Lenape Tri/Aqua/Du

July 19, 2026
Mays Landing, NJ

Triathlon

New Jersey State Triathlon

West Windsor, NJ

Triathlon

New Jersey State Triathlon

July 19, 2026
West Windsor, NJ
DQ Laurel Lake Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon, & Super Sprint Triathlon in honor of William Laubengeyer *#
Triathlon

DQ Laurel Lake Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon, & Super Sprint Triathlon in honor of William Laubengeyer *#

July 25, 2026
Millville, NJ

Triathlon

DQ Laurel Lake Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Super Sprint Triathlon, & Aquathlon

Millville, NJ

Triathlon

DQ Laurel Lake Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, Super Sprint Triathlon, & Aquathlon

July 25, 2026
Millville, NJ

Triathlon

2026 Lake Lenape Triathlon

Mays Landing, NJ

Triathlon

2026 Lake Lenape Triathlon

July 25, 2026
Mays Landing, NJ
Pass It Along Triathlon
Triathlon

Pass It Along Triathlon

July 25, 2026
Sparta, NJ
Autumn Lake Triathlon
Triathlon

Autumn Lake Triathlon

August 2, 2026
Williamstown, NJ
2026 Brigantine Beach Triathlon
Triathlon

2026 Brigantine Beach Triathlon

August 8, 2026
Brigantine, NJ
CRDA Atlantic City Triathlon
Triathlon

CRDA Atlantic City Triathlon

August 9, 2026
Atlantic City, NJ
Brookville Olympic Triathlon, Duathlon, & Aquabike; Sprint Triathlon & Aquabike #
Triathlon

Brookville Olympic Triathlon, Duathlon, & Aquabike; Sprint Triathlon & Aquabike #

August 15, 2026
Barnegat, NJ

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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.