Ironman 70.3 Cairns
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IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns
IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns is scheduled for June 14, 2026, at Cairns Airport in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. The race takes place in Tropical North Queensland, a region where the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest meet.
The course comprises an ocean swim at Palm Cove that starts from a palm-tree lined, white sandy beach. The bike course follows the coastal Captain Cook Highway with views toward the Pacific Ocean and is described as rolling. The run course is a flat route along the Cairns Esplanade and finishes on the main strip lined with supporters.
Temperature ranges listed for the event include a typical high of 28 °C, a typical low of 18 °C, and an average water temperature of 23 °C. The event is presented by IRONMAN and notes that athletes may enter as individuals covering 70.3 miles or choose a relay format to split the distance. The venue information identifies the location as Cairns, QLD, Australia, and event materials reference closed coastal highway sections and spectator-lined run areas. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.