Grande Prairie Triathlon

Grande Prairie Triathlon

Now in its second year as the Grande Prairie Triathlon, the event builds on the former Eastlink Centre Triathlon. The triathlon takes place on July 12, 2026, and is open to athletes of all skill levels, from ages 3 to 99+.

The event is sanctioned by Triathlon Alberta and all athletes must hold a valid Triathlon Alberta membership. Day membership fees apply to some categories.

Registration and fees

• Early bird pricing applies to registrations received by May 15.
• Try a Tri adult: early bird $75, regular $80; Triathlon AB day fee $30.
• Sprint adult: early bird $90, regular $100; Triathlon AB day fee $30.
• Team Sprint: early bird $120 per team, regular $135 per team; Triathlon AB day fee $15 per person.
• Kids of Steel: registration fee waived by sponsor, Triathlon AB day fee $10.

Race categories and distances

• Try-a-Tri (14+) : swim 300 m, bike 10 km, run 3 km
• Sprint (16+) : swim 750 m, bike 20 km, run 5 km
• Team Sprint (16+, teams of 2 or 3) : swim 750 m, bike 20 km, run 5 km
• Kids of Steel categories range from 5 years and under to 12–13 years with age-specific distances

Course and logistics

• Swimming takes place in the Eastlink Centre Olympic pool using 25 m lengths.
• The bike route follows Knowledge Way, down 68 Avenue, loops at Poplar Drive and returns to Eastlink Centre.
• The run uses the local trail system and finishes on the north end of Knowledge Way.
• For safety, 68 Avenue will be closed from Poplar Drive to Knowledge Way during the triathlon.
• For Kids of Steel 5 and under, a parent may enter the 25 m pool to support the child at no charge; lifeguards are present for the other kids categories.

Race maps and additional race information will be published by May 15. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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