Ironman World Championship Kona
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IRONMAN World Championship Kona
The IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i is a qualification-only, single-day triathlon where men and women race together. The event covers the full IRONMAN distance of 140.6 miles / 226 km and is scheduled for October 10, 2026.
The race course is divided into three standard IRONMAN disciplines. The swim takes place in the ocean at Kailua Bay. The bike course travels along the Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway and through volcanic coastal terrain. The run finishes on Ali`i Drive in Kona. Weather and course notes listed for the event mention heat, humidity, and crosswinds, and published temperature ranges include high air temperatures near 86 °F / 30 °C and lows near 75 °F / 24 °C.
Distances:
- 2.4-mile ocean swim
- 112-mile bike ride
- 26.2-mile marathon run
The event materials reference athlete services such as an event schedule, pre-race and race-week information, age-group qualification and slot allocation, spectator information, and volunteer and VIP opportunities. Location details identify Kona, HI, United States, and give geo coordinates for the event site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
