New England Season Opener
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Event overview
The New England Season Opener is scheduled for Sunday, May 17, 2026 in Hopkinton, Massachusetts. The event offers four race formats: Sprint Duathlon, Duathlon Team, Sprint Triathlon, and Triathlon Team. The Sprint Duathlon, Duathlon Team, and Sprint Triathlon are open to participants age 13 and older. The Triathlon Team event is open to participants age 15 and older. The course passes through Hopkinton State Park and continues through Southborough and Ashland.
Location and on-course features
The event base is listed at 164 Cedar St, Hopkinton, MA 01748. Hopkinton State Park is described as having tree-lined park roads and a reservoir. Post-race amenities and on-course features listed include a custom finisher medal, a BBQ, a soft lifestyle shirt, and live results.
Registration, fees and offers
Standard entry fees shown are: Sprint Duathlon $120, Duathlon Team $190, Sprint Triathlon $130, and Triathlon Team $190. Prices increase after December 31, 2025. Promotional offers noted include a Black Friday discount ($20 off for the first 20 athletes, $10 off thereafter) and a referral program that refunds $5 per referred friend (up to $25). There is also a VIP parking pass offer for referring 10 friends, with five VIP passes available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
