YMCA Wrightsville Beach Triathlon

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Join the YMCA Wrightsville Beach Sprint Triathlon on Sept 26, 2026 in Wrightsville Beach NC for a fast, flat course with race options for individuals, relays, aquabike teams and youth. Perfect for first timers and seasoned racers, this family friendly seaside event blends speed and fun.

Sat 26 Sep 2026

Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Registration

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Event overview

The YMCA Wrightsville Beach Sprint Triathlon takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. The event is presented by the YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina and includes multiple entry formats: Individual, Relay, Aquabike, and Youth Triathlon. Entry eligibility is open to ages 10 and older for Individual, Relay, and Aquabike events; the Youth Triathlon is open to ages 7 to 15.

Current listed entry fees are: Individual $90, Relay $120, Aquabike $65, and Youth Triathlon $55. The organizer notes that prices increase after December 31, 2025.

Program and logistics

Packet pickup is scheduled on the days before the race at Two Wheeler Dealer Bike Shop and at Wrightsville Beach Park, where an optional bike check-in is offered. On race day there is a transition area, packet and chip pickup (athletes are required to self mark on hands only), and an awards ceremony. The event also lists a youth triathlon walkthrough and a pre-race Q&A meeting in the pre-race schedule. Post-race refreshments are available at a local vendor.

Course and history

Organizers describe the course as flat with short distances. The triathlon was first held in 1979 and was originally named the Pepsi Triathlon. The event now includes a Youth Triathlon and a Corporate Relay Division intended to increase participation from younger athletes and local businesses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.