Ideal Beach Triathlon
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Race events
The Ideal Beach Triathlon on Saturday, June 27, 2026 includes four event types.
Event distances are:
- Sprint Individual Triathlon - 400-yard swim, 12-mile bike, 3.1-mile run
- Sprint Relay Triathlon - 400-yard swim, 12-mile bike, 3.1-mile run
- Kids Competitive Triathlon - 25-yard swim, 1-mile bike, 0.5-mile run
- Kids Non-Competitive Triathlon - 25-yard swim, 1-mile bike, 0.5-mile run
Entry fees listed are: Sprint Triathlon $65, Sprint Relay $85, Kids events $25. Price increases are noted for the sprint events after December 31, 2025, and for the kids events after March 31, 2026. The Kids Competitive event is open to ages 6 to 14; the Kids Non-Competitive event is open to ages 6 to 12.
Location and logistics
The event location is Ideal Beach Waterpark, 52256 Ideal Beach Rd, Elkhart, IN 46514. Packet pickup is scheduled at Ideal Beach Waterpark on Friday, June 25 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and on race day, Saturday, June 27 from 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM. An award called "Heart of a Warrior" is offered, with nominations accepted for first-time competitors or those who have overcome personal challenges. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
