San Diego Tri Series
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Event Overview
The 2026 CVC San Diego Triathlon and San Diego Tri Series 5K takes place on Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Chula Vista, California, at 999 Bayside Parkway on the San Diego Bayfront. All race activities use a single park venue, with start, transition, finish line, and beer garden in the same area.
The event is part of the San Diego Triathlon Series and is listed as event number 2 in the series and in the Triple Crown of Triathlon. Courses are described as flat and set along the bay, using the calm, warm waters of San Diego Bay for the swim segments. After finishing, participants and spectators can use an on-the-water Seek Beer Co. beer and margarita garden.
Race Formats and Distances
The program offers multiple multisport and running options for adults, youth, and children, including:
- International triathlon: 1,000 m swim - 38 km (23.3 mi) bike - 10 km (6.2 mi) run, ages 16+
- Sprint triathlon: 500 m swim - 19 km (11.6 mi) bike - 5 km (3.1 mi) run, ages 13+
- Sprint relay: 500 m swim - 19 km (11.6 mi) bike - 5 km run, ages 13+
- Sprint duathlon: 1 mile run - 19 km (11.6 mi) bike - 5 km run, ages 13+
- Sprint aquabike: 500 m swim - 19 km (11.6 mi) bike, ages 13+
- Mini triathlon: 200 m swim - 9 km (5.8 mi) bike - 2.4 km (1.5 mi) run, ages 11+
- Itsy Bitsy triathlon: 100 m swim - 4 km (2.3 mi) bike - 1.2 km (0.75 mi) run, ages 7–10
- Chula Vista 5K run: 5 km (3.1 mi), part of the SD Tri Series
Additional sprint-distance options listed for 2026 include aquathlon (swim-run), triathlon relay, duathlon, and specific duo racer categories for challenged athletes. There is also a 5K open to ages 4–99. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
