Ironman Cairns
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IRONMAN Cairns
IRONMAN Cairns is a long-course triathlon held in Cairns, QLD, Australia on June 14, 2026. The event is staged under the IRONMAN brand and takes place around the Cairns coastal area with swim, bike and run legs set on local coastal infrastructure.
The swim takes place at Palm Cove. The bike course follows the coastal Captain Cook Highway on a fully closed coastal highway section. The run course is a flat route along the Cairns Esplanade and passes through the main strip of Cairns where spectators line the course.
Course and local conditions noted on the event page include typical mid-winter temperatures for the area with a high air temperature around 28 C, a low around 18 C, and an average water temperature near 23 C. The event is presented with race week activities and a spectator atmosphere described as strong along the finish area.
Recognition on the event page includes an Athletes' Choice Awards designation and a note that the race was voted Best Race in Oceania. Event information references race week logistics such as bike transfers, shuttle buses and an athlete guide for competitors and support personnel.
Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 3.8 km swim at Palm Cove
- 180 km bike along the Captain Cook Highway
