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Triathlons in North Carolina

North Carolina has 37 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 30 of 37 races (81%) take place between May and September, with June (10 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Durham leads with 4 races, followed by Charlotte (3), Burlington (2), and Greensboro (2). The remaining 70% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

Triathlons by month in North Carolina

Jun (10) · Jul (7) · Aug (7) · Sep (5) · Oct (3) · Apr (2) · Feb (1) · Mar (1) · May (1)

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She Tris Sprint Triathlon - South Charlotte (NC)
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She Tris Sprint Triathlon - South Charlotte (NC)

June 14, 2026
Charlotte, NC
Brick Endurance Summer Triathlon Series #2
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Brick Endurance Summer Triathlon Series #2

June 17, 2026
Durham, NC

Triathlon

She Tris Sprint Triathlon - South Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

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She Tris Sprint Triathlon - South Charlotte

June 17, 2026
Charlotte, NC

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Brick Endurance Summer Series Triathlon #2

Durham, NC

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Brick Endurance Summer Series Triathlon #2

June 19, 2026
Durham, NC
Big Mack Sprint Triathlon
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Big Mack Sprint Triathlon

June 20, 2026
Burlington, NC

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3 Little Pigs Sprint Triathlon

Smithfield, NC

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3 Little Pigs Sprint Triathlon

June 20, 2026
Smithfield, NC

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Big Mack Sprint Triathlon

Burlington, NC

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Big Mack Sprint Triathlon

June 21, 2026
Burlington, NC

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2026 She Tris Sprint Triathlon - South Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

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2026 She Tris Sprint Triathlon - South Charlotte

June 21, 2026
Charlotte, NC
E3 Endurance 7.03 Super-Sprint Triathlon
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E3 Endurance 7.03 Super-Sprint Triathlon

June 21, 2026
Greensboro, NC

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E3 Endurance Junior Tri 7.03 Super Sprint

Greensboro, NC

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E3 Endurance Junior Tri 7.03 Super Sprint

June 25, 2026
Greensboro, NC
YMCA Tri-Span 5K, 10K  and Livestrong Mile
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YMCA Tri-Span 5K, 10K and Livestrong Mile

July 11, 2026
Wilmington, NC

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Rex Wellness Triathlon Knightdale

Knightdale, NC

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Rex Wellness Triathlon Knightdale

July 12, 2026
Knightdale, NC

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Huntersville Sprint Triathlon

Huntersville, NC

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Huntersville Sprint Triathlon

July 15, 2026
Huntersville, NC
Kids for Kids Triathlon
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Kids for Kids Triathlon

July 25, 2026
Clemmons, NC
Tri for the Y
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Tri for the Y

July 26, 2026
Kannapolis, NC
Smiley Sprint Triathlon
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Smiley Sprint Triathlon

July 26, 2026
Clemmons, NC
Brick Endurance Summer Triathlon Series #3
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Brick Endurance Summer Triathlon Series #3

July 29, 2026
Durham, NC
Humans of Steel: Harris Lake Sprint & Olympic Triathlon
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Humans of Steel: Harris Lake Sprint & Olympic Triathlon

August 2, 2026
New Hill, NC
North Carolina Triathlon Training Camp
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North Carolina Triathlon Training Camp

August 7, 2026
Wrightsville Beach, NC
High Point Sprint Triathlon and Youth Triathlon
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High Point Sprint Triathlon and Youth Triathlon

August 8, 2026
High Point, NC
Kanuga Triathlon
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Kanuga Triathlon

August 9, 2026
Hendersonville, NC
2026 West Cabarrus YMCA Kids Tri
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2026 West Cabarrus YMCA Kids Tri

August 9, 2026
Concord, NC
Foothills Tri Fest
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Foothills Tri Fest

August 22, 2026
Spindale, NC
Tri-Warriors Youth Triathlon
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Tri-Warriors Youth Triathlon

August 22, 2026
Pembroke, NC

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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.