Triathlons in Tennessee
Tennessee has 19 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. No single city dominates the calendar. Knoxville leads with 3 races, followed by Burns (2), Hendersonville (2), and Oak Ridge (2). The remaining 53% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities. The list includes IRONMAN Chattanooga in Chattanooga on September 15 — full Ironman triathlon.
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Dickson Olympic and Sprint Triathlon
Burns, TN
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Dickson Olympic and Sprint Triathlon
June 20, 2026
Burns, TN
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Secret City Sprint Triathlon
Oak Ridge, TN
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Secret City Sprint Triathlon
June 27, 2026
Oak Ridge, TN
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Wild Rose Womens Triathlon
Alcoa, TN
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Wild Rose Womens Triathlon
July 11, 2026
Alcoa, TN
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Small Fry Triathlon
Germantown, TN
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Small Fry Triathlon
August 1, 2026
Germantown, TN
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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.