2026 Optimism Cal Tri Newport Dunes - 11.1.26

  • Date Sun 1st November 2026
  • Time 7:00AM PST
  • Location Newport Beach, California
  • Price $26.29 - $526.00
  • Races 13 races
  • Distances Sprint, Ultra, 5km, 10km, Olympic

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of competition at the 2026 Optimism Cal Tri Newport Dunes, taking place on Sunday, November 1st, 2026, in the beautiful Newport Beach, Orange County. This iconic event, which began in 1978, is the longest-running triathlon in the world held at the same location, making it a must-attend for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike.

Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including six Olympic distance events such as Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, a 1640-yard Swim, and a 10K Run, as well as six Sprint distance events featuring Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, a 400-yard Swim, and a 5K Run. With registration expected to be between 1500 and 2000 athletes, this year's Cal Tri serves as the National Championship Race, promising an inspiring atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competition. Don't miss this chance to experience the thrill of triathlon against the stunning backdrop of Newport Beach!

Organiser's Description

2026 OPTIMISM CAL TRI NEWPORT DUNES - 11.1.26. Started in 1978 as the Human Race Triathlon, Cal Tri Newport Dunes is the longest running triathlon in the world operating from the same location. Also started in 1978 was the Ironman World Championship Triathlon Oahu but it moved to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii in 1981. This serves as the Cal Tri Events National Championship Race with registration in the 1500-2000 range.

12 EVENT OPTIONS. 6 Olympic distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 1640 Yard Swim & 10K Run) and 6 Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run). Triathlon = swim + bike + run. Typically, the swim and run distances are standard but the bike distance varies from race to race. Check out the course maps for more detailed information.

TO DO. Disneyland Park & California Adventure Park. [https://disneyland.disney.go.com/] Balboa Island Ferry. [https://www.balboapark.org/] Newport Beach. [https://www.visitnewportbeach.com/]

AIRPORT. John Wayne (SNA) [https://www.ocair.com/]

AIR TEMPERATURE (AVG). 60 F / 73 F [https://weatherspark.com/d/1878/11/6/Average-Weather-on-November-6-in-Newport-Beach-California-United-States]

WATER TEMPERATURE (AVG). 65 F. Wetsuit legal. Use the 20% CALTRI2025 discount code at blueseventy. Note: Fusion wetsuits not eligible for discount.

Races

  • Sprint Triathlon

    Incl. $5.73 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:00AM PST)

    $84.59

    OPENS TOMORROW
  • Olympic Triathlon

    Incl. $5.73 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:20AM PST)

    $84.59

    OPENS TOMORROW
  • Sprint RunBikeRun (5km Run, 13km Bike, 5km Run)

    Incl. $5.73 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:00AM PST)

    $84.59

    OPENS TOMORROW
  • Sprint SwimBike

    Incl. $5.73 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:00AM PST)

    $84.59

    OPENS TOMORROW
    400 yard swim + 9 mile bike
  • Sprint SwimRun

    Incl. $5.73 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:00AM PST)

    $84.59

    OPENS TOMORROW
    400 yard swim + 5K run
  • Sprint Swim (400 Yards)

    Incl. $2.43 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:00AM PST)

    $26.29

    OPENS TOMORROW
  • 5k

    Incl. $2.43 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:00AM PST)

    $26.29

    OPENS TOMORROW
  • Olympic RunBikeRun (5km Run, 39km Bike, 10km Run)

    Incl. $5.73 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:20AM PST)

    $84.59

    OPENS TOMORROW
  • Olympic SwimBike

    Incl. $5.73 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:20AM PST)

    $84.59

    OPENS TOMORROW
    .93 mile swim + 24.8 mile bike
  • Olympic SwimRun

    Incl. $5.73 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:20AM PST)

    $84.59

    OPENS TOMORROW
    .93 mile swim + 10K run
  • Olympic Swim (1640 Yards)

    Incl. $2.43 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:20AM PST)

    $26.29

    OPENS TOMORROW
  • 10k

    Incl. $2.43 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:20AM PST)

    $26.29

    OPENS TOMORROW
  • Sponsor - 10x10 Tent

    Incl. $26.00 Fee

    Sun 1st November 2026 (7:00AM PST)

    $526.00

    OPENS TOMORROW
    10x10 Vendor Tent (other tent sizes available upon request) 1 Preferred Parking Spot PA Announcements Throughout The Event

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Location

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina - (Parking 10 Dollars), 1131 Back Bay Dr, Newport Beach, 92660, CA, United States

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