Tri Star Olympic Triathlon
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Overview
The Tri Star Triathlons & Duathlons take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee. The event includes sprint and Olympic triathlons, sprint and Olympic duathlons, aquabike options, and relay divisions. Specific event categories listed include Athena and Clydesdale weight classes for both sprint and Olympic distances. The main venue is 1648 Riverside Drive, Ned McWherter Park, Knoxville, TN 37915. Parking is at Ned McWherter Park under the bridge and in an adjacent overflow lot.
Distances and course
- Sprint Triathlon: Swim 300 yards / Bike 11.5 miles / Run 3.1 miles
- Olympic Triathlon: Swim 1500 yards / Bike 25 miles / Run 6.2 miles
- Sprint Duathlon: Run 2 miles / Bike 11.5 miles / Run 3.1 miles
- Olympic Duathlon: Run 2 miles / Bike 25 miles / Run 6.2 miles
The swim takes place in the Tennessee River with a short loop and a return to the swim finish. The bike route follows Riverside Drive into East Knoxville with rolling terrain. The run follows the greenway along the river, passing the Star of Knoxville riverboat launch, Volunteer Landing, and the marina before returning to Riverside Park. Course maps are under review and may change as required by city and county officials.
Logistics
Pre-race packet pickup is scheduled for Friday, June 12, at Ned McWherter Park. Packet pickup and transition are also available on race day. Timing cutoffs are in place for the swim and bike portions. Prices vary by event and category. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
