The Great Escape Triathlon

JUN
13-14
2026
The Great Escape Triathlon in Jefferson City offers a unique course. Athletes swim in a 50-meter pool, then bike and run past historic and modern prison sites. Events are available for ages 5 and up, with medals for all finishers.
13-14 Jun 2026
Duathlon Mini Escape Tri - Youth Sprint Sprint Relay Super Sprint

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Event Overview

The Great Escape Triathlon is a multi-format event taking place in Jefferson City, Missouri. The 2026 edition is noted as the event's tenth.

Distances and Events

The event includes several competitions:

  • Super Sprint - For ages 13+.
  • Sprint - For ages 13+.
  • Sprint Relay - For ages 13+.
  • Duathlon - For ages 13+.
  • Mini Escape Tri - There are separate "Kids" (ages 5-8) and "Youth" (ages 9-12) events.

Course Description

The main events start at Ellis Porter Riverside Park. The swim segment is a snake swim in a 4-lane, 50-meter pool. The bike course goes over city and rural roads toward the new Missouri State Prison and returns. The run segment goes to the old historic Missouri State Penitentiary and back to the finish line at the park.

Additional Information

The event address is 320 Riverside Dr, Jefferson City. All participants receive a finisher medal and a participant shirt. Overall winners receive prizes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Duathlon
Mini Escape Tri - Youth
Sprint
Sprint Relay
Super Sprint
Mini Escape Tri - Kids