Green Lake Kids Triathlon
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Spicer, Minnesota
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of athletic achievement at the Green Lake Kids Triathlon on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in beautiful Spicer, Kandiyohi! This vibrant event invites young athletes aged 3 to 12 to participate in a fun-filled triathlon designed to promote fitness and community spirit. Kids will swim, bike, and run at varying distances tailored to their age groups, from a 20-yard swim for the youngest participants to a challenging 200-yard swim for the Elite Heat.
The triathlon kicks off at 9:00 AM, with packet pickup available on race day from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM at the Pavilion at Saulsbury Beach. All finishers will receive a medal, and those who register before July 31st will also get a stylish t-shirt and a goodie bag! The awards ceremony will celebrate the top three finishers in each age group, making this a memorable event for all participants. Join us in supporting the Willmar Aquatic Racing Stingrays, as all proceeds benefit this wonderful organization dedicated to youth swimming. Don’t miss out on the fun—mark your calendars and get ready to cheer on the next generation of triathletes!
The triathlon kicks off at 9:00 AM, with packet pickup available on race day from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM at the Pavilion at Saulsbury Beach. All finishers will receive a medal, and those who register before July 31st will also get a stylish t-shirt and a goodie bag! The awards ceremony will celebrate the top three finishers in each age group, making this a memorable event for all participants. Join us in supporting the Willmar Aquatic Racing Stingrays, as all proceeds benefit this wonderful organization dedicated to youth swimming. Don’t miss out on the fun—mark your calendars and get ready to cheer on the next generation of triathletes!
Organiser's Description
Green Lake Kids Triathlon--for ages 3-12
The Green Lake Kids Triathlon event happens on a family triathlon weekend--the kids Tri is on Saturday and the adult Tri is on Sunday. The kids' event is coordinated and managed by The Willmar Aquatic Racing Stingrays--an area age group swim team that benefits youth from the surrounding communities. All proceeds and donations to the event go to this organization, supporting competitive swimming.
If you have any questions about the triathlon or how to get involved in year-round swimming, please contact the Willmar Aquatic Racing Stingrays at greenlakekidstri@gmail.com.
Follow us on Facebook to learn about Triathlon Clinics for kids leading up to the event! @Green Lake Kids Triathlon
Packet Pick Up Friday, Aug. 7th, 5-7 pm, Pavilion at Saulsbury Beach, Spicer
OR
Race Day Packet Pickup 8:00am-8:45am, Pavilion at Saulsbury Beach, Spicer
Race Start Time 9:00am
AWARDS: Finishers medals will be awarded to all finishers. Participants who registered BEFORE July 31st will receive a t-shirt. All participants will receive a goodie bag. Top 3 finishers in each age group receive an additional medal. Awards' ceremony will be held at the Pavilion at Saulsbury Beach, Spicer following the last event.
COURSES:
Swimming for all events (***except the Elite Heat***) will take place in chest deep water along the public beach area. The Elite Heat will swim around the swim buoys. The bike and run course for ages 3-4 and 5-6 will stay in the parking lot. Ages 7-8, 8-9, 11-12 and Elite Heat bike and run routes are on an open road with traffic. Life Jackets are permitted. No helmets permitted in the water.
TRANSITION AREAS ARE LIMITED TO ATHLETES AND PARENTS OF ATHLETES UNDER THE AGE OF 7. ATHLETES 7 AND OVER MAY NOT RECEIVE ASSISTANCE IN THIS AREA, NOT ADHERING TO THIS MAY RESULT IN ATHLETE DISQUALIFICATION. Race volunteers will be available in the transition area to help direct athletes.
AGE GROUPS
3-4 yr old Distances: Swim 20yd, Bike 1 lap, Run 1 lap
5-6 yr old Distances: Swim 50yd, Bike 3 laps, Run 1 lap
7-8 yr old Distances: Swim 100yd, Bike 2mi, Run .5 mi
9-10 yr old Distances: Swim 100yd, Bike 2mi, Run .5 mi
11-12 yr old Distances: Swim 150yd, Bike 3mi, Run 1 mi
Elite Heat combined 7-12 yr old: Distances: Swim 200yd, 3mi, Run 1mi ***The Elite Heat requires swimming***
_SIGN UP FOR THE ADULT TRIATHLON ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 10!_
HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/RACE/MN/SPICER/GREENLAKETRIATHLON
The Green Lake Kids Triathlon event happens on a family triathlon weekend--the kids Tri is on Saturday and the adult Tri is on Sunday. The kids' event is coordinated and managed by The Willmar Aquatic Racing Stingrays--an area age group swim team that benefits youth from the surrounding communities. All proceeds and donations to the event go to this organization, supporting competitive swimming.
If you have any questions about the triathlon or how to get involved in year-round swimming, please contact the Willmar Aquatic Racing Stingrays at greenlakekidstri@gmail.com.
Follow us on Facebook to learn about Triathlon Clinics for kids leading up to the event! @Green Lake Kids Triathlon
Packet Pick Up Friday, Aug. 7th, 5-7 pm, Pavilion at Saulsbury Beach, Spicer
OR
Race Day Packet Pickup 8:00am-8:45am, Pavilion at Saulsbury Beach, Spicer
Race Start Time 9:00am
AWARDS: Finishers medals will be awarded to all finishers. Participants who registered BEFORE July 31st will receive a t-shirt. All participants will receive a goodie bag. Top 3 finishers in each age group receive an additional medal. Awards' ceremony will be held at the Pavilion at Saulsbury Beach, Spicer following the last event.
COURSES:
Swimming for all events (***except the Elite Heat***) will take place in chest deep water along the public beach area. The Elite Heat will swim around the swim buoys. The bike and run course for ages 3-4 and 5-6 will stay in the parking lot. Ages 7-8, 8-9, 11-12 and Elite Heat bike and run routes are on an open road with traffic. Life Jackets are permitted. No helmets permitted in the water.
TRANSITION AREAS ARE LIMITED TO ATHLETES AND PARENTS OF ATHLETES UNDER THE AGE OF 7. ATHLETES 7 AND OVER MAY NOT RECEIVE ASSISTANCE IN THIS AREA, NOT ADHERING TO THIS MAY RESULT IN ATHLETE DISQUALIFICATION. Race volunteers will be available in the transition area to help direct athletes.
AGE GROUPS
3-4 yr old Distances: Swim 20yd, Bike 1 lap, Run 1 lap
5-6 yr old Distances: Swim 50yd, Bike 3 laps, Run 1 lap
7-8 yr old Distances: Swim 100yd, Bike 2mi, Run .5 mi
9-10 yr old Distances: Swim 100yd, Bike 2mi, Run .5 mi
11-12 yr old Distances: Swim 150yd, Bike 3mi, Run 1 mi
Elite Heat combined 7-12 yr old: Distances: Swim 200yd, 3mi, Run 1mi ***The Elite Heat requires swimming***
_SIGN UP FOR THE ADULT TRIATHLON ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 10!_
HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/RACE/MN/SPICER/GREENLAKETRIATHLON
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Green Lake Kids Triathlon
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
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499-315 Lake Ave S, Saulsbury Beach, Spicer, 56288, MN, United States
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