Ironman World Championship Kona
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IRONMAN World Championship Kona 2026
The IRONMAN World Championship takes place in Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i on October 10, 2026. The event is qualification only and will return to a single race day with men and women racing together. The total course distance is 140.6 miles / 226 km.
The race course combines ocean and coastal road sections. Swim, bike, and run segments are held at specific landmarks around Kona:
- 2.4-mile ocean swim
- 112-mile bike ride on Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway
- 26.2-mile marathon run finishing on Ali’i Drive
Reported conditions for the event include warm air temperatures typically around 86 °F / 30 °C at the high and 75 °F / 24 °C at the low. The course description notes heat, humidity, and crosswinds as environmental factors on race day. The bike route passes volcanic landscape along the Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway and the swim occurs in Kailua Bay.
The race week includes athlete-focused services and community events. Special events listed alongside the championship include youth and community activities such as IRONKIDS, Parade of Nations, a Fun Run, and a welcome banquet. The event is organised by IRONMAN and is staged in Kona, Hawaii, United States. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
