Winterlude Triathlon
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Winterlude Triathlon - Event details
The Winterlude Triathlon takes place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, in Ottawa and is part of the Winterlude Festival. The event has been held since 1984. The venue listed for race day activities is the Terry Fox Athletic Facility (2960 Riverside Dr., Ottawa, ON). The triathlon combines outdoor skating, running, and cross-country skiing; competitors may use classic or skate-ski technique for the ski leg.
Distances:
- Skate: 8 km on the Rideau Canal
- Run: 5 km from Dow's Lake to the Terry Fox Facility
- Ski: 6 km at Mooney's Bay, finishing at the Terry Fox Facility
The race uses a mass start format and places competitors by finish order. Relay teams of three are permitted, with one person assigned to each sport. Relay entries are limited to 40 teams.
Registration, services and policies
Entry options shown are Solo and Relay. Fees listed are $100 for Solo and $150 for Relay, including taxes and fees. Registration includes a personalized race bib, professional timing, on-course nutrition from XACT, race photography, post-race snacks and hot chocolate, and podium prizes for the top three male, female, and non-binary athletes. A finisher's medal is offered as an optional add-on; availability is subject to deadlines and stock. Course routes may change due to weather; refunds are available only for participants who purchased cancellation insurance. Bib pickup is offered at a Westboro retail location and on race weekend at the Terry Fox Facility. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
