Pinehurst Triathlon Festival
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Event overview
The Pinehurst Triathlon Festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Pinehurst Marina, 1 Denichilo Court, Pinehurst, NC 28374. The festival offers two event groups, International and Sprint, each with individual, relay, and aquabike options. The event has been part of the North Carolina Triathlon Series since 1997. Registration opens November 1, 2025. Price ranges listed for the event groups are $65 - $150 for the International group and $50 - $110 for the Sprint group.
Race details and logistics
The race venue includes Lake Pinehurst and a bike route on local roads, with a run course around Lake Pinehurst. Distances by event group are:
- Sprint: Swim 750 meters; Bike 18 miles; Run 5K
- International: Swim 1500 meters; Bike 26.3 miles; Run 10K
Packet pick-up and late registration take place at the covered pavilion at Pinehurst Marina. Times listed are Friday (4/10) 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, and Saturday (4/11) with separate windows for the International and Sprint groups. A photo ID is required for packet pick-up, and payment by cash, check, or credit card is accepted. All participants must pick up their own race packet. In-person participant meetings are replaced by a participant video posted on the event website before race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
