2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5k
Event summary
Athletes can choose from a range of race distances, including the Olympic Triathlon featuring a 1500M swim, 40K bike ride, and 10K run, or the Sprint Triathlon with a 500M swim, 20K bike ride, and 5K run. Not to be missed is the San Diego 5K, which promises an iconic course that showcases breathtaking views around a retired battleship. All participants will be celebrated with exceptional race swag, including a unique 16-oz Moscow Mule copper cup medal for triathletes and a separate finisher's medal for the 5K runners. Join the vibrant community vibe, enjoy great post-race festivities, and make memories that will last a lifetime at this premier San
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Races
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Triathlon-Olympic Distance
Incl. $23.73 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed6:15 AM PDT
$333.73
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Aquabike (Swim/Bike) - Olympic Distance
Incl. $16.48 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed6:15 AM PDT
$226.48
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Triathlon Relay - Olympic Distance
Incl. $34.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed6:15 AM PDT
$494.60
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Triathlon-Sprint Distance
Incl. $15.46 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed7:20 AM PDT
$211.46
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Duathlon - Sprint Distance
Incl. $15.46 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed7:15 AM PDT
$211.46
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Aquabike (Swim/Bike) - Sprint
Incl. $10.97 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed7:20 AM PDT
$144.97
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Aquathlon (Swim-Run) - Sprint
Incl. $10.97 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed7:20 AM PDT
$144.97
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Triathlon-Sprint - Duo Racer (Challenged Only)
Incl. $15.46 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed6:20 AM PDT
$211.46
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Duathlon-Duo Racer (Challenged Only) - Sprint Distance
Incl. $15.46 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed7:15 AM PDT
$211.46
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SD Tri Series 5k
Incl. $4.59 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed7:30 AM PDT
$50.59
Organiser's description
Saturday, September 12, 2026
San Diego, CA Liberty Station
RACE SWAG HIGHLIGHTS
* YOUR FINISH MEDAL IS A 16-OZ MOSCOW MULE COPPER CUP ON A REMOVABLE KEY LANYARD (5K IS A SEPARATE MEDAL)
* YOU GET A MICROFIBER TRANSITION TOWEL WITH A RACE CHECKLIST
* YOUR FINISHER'S TANK TOP IS SPORT CUT AND USA THEMED
About the Event
Swim. Bike. Run. Celebrate.
Swim the calm waters of San Diego Bay, ride through beautiful Point Loma and Rosecrans National Cemetery, and run past a battleship along the waterfront trails of Liberty Station.
Scenic, historic course
Flat Waterfront Run
Amazing community vibe
Great swag & post-race celebration
male signfemale signmale sign Triathlons Swim/ Bike/ Run
Olympic: 1500M Swim 40K Bike 10K Run
Sprint: 500M Swim 20K Bike 5K Run
Relay Olympic: 3-person team
male signfemale sign Aquabike Swim/ Run
Olympic: 1500M Swim 40K Bike
Sprint: 500M Swim 20K Bike
male signfemale signmale signDuathlon Run/Bike/ Run
Sprint: 1 Mile Run 20K Bike 5K Run
male signmale signAquathlon Swim/ Run
Sprint: 500M Swim 5K Run
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San Diego 5K
The Most Iconic Course in San Diego
Swim in calm San Diego Bay
Ride through Point Loma and the Rosecrans National Cemetery
Run around a retired battleship and along the waterfront
Flat, fast, and filled with SoCal views
Location
2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego, 92106, CA, United States
2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5k
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