Triathlons in Virginia
Virginia has 33 upcoming triathlons scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 30 of 33 races (91%) take place between May and September, with July (11 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Alexandria leads with 4 races, followed by Woodbridge (3), Williamsburg (3), and Ashburn (3). The remaining 61% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Triathlons by month in Virginia
Jul (11) · Aug (6) · Sep (6) · Jun (5) · May (2) · Apr (1) · Oct (1) · Dec (1)
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Lucky Coin Multisport Youth Triathlon Series - Race One - Stratford
June 21, 2026
Alexandria, VA
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Westridge Youth Triathlon
Woodbridge, VA
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Westridge Youth Triathlon
June 21, 2026
Woodbridge, VA
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Lucky Coin Multisport Youth Triathlon Series - Race Two - Waynewood
July 5, 2026
Alexandria, VA
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Cal Tri Williamsburg
Williamsburg, VA
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Cal Tri Williamsburg
July 19, 2026
Williamsburg, VA
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Lucky Coin Multisport Youth Triathlon Series - Race Three - Riverside
July 19, 2026
Alexandria, VA
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Lucky Coin Multisport Youth Triathlon Series - Race Four - Mount Vernon Park
August 16, 2026
Alexandria, VA
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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.