Howl on the Niagara
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Grand Island, New York
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Inaugural Howl on the Niagara, taking place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the picturesque Grand Island, Erie! This vibrant event celebrates youth participation in sports with a thrilling triathlon designed exclusively for young athletes. Participants aged 10 and under will tackle a 50-meter swim, followed by a 1.5-mile bike ride and a 0.4-mile run. Meanwhile, those aged 11 to 15 will take on a 150-meter swim, a 3-mile bike ride, and an 0.8-mile run.
All young competitors will receive a custom swim cap, a stylish T-shirt, and a shiny finishers medal to commemorate their achievement. The event kicks off with adult races earlier in the day, ensuring a fantastic atmosphere as families come together to cheer on their mini triathletes! Registration is available at Beaver Island State Park, with pre-race packet pickup on Friday, August 7, and race day registration starting as early as 5:00 AM on Saturday. Join us for a memorable day of athletic challenges and community spirit at Howl on the Niagara!
All young competitors will receive a custom swim cap, a stylish T-shirt, and a shiny finishers medal to commemorate their achievement. The event kicks off with adult races earlier in the day, ensuring a fantastic atmosphere as families come together to cheer on their mini triathletes! Registration is available at Beaver Island State Park, with pre-race packet pickup on Friday, August 7, and race day registration starting as early as 5:00 AM on Saturday. Join us for a memorable day of athletic challenges and community spirit at Howl on the Niagara!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Inaugural Youth Triathlon by the Wolfpack Pups and in conjunction with the Summer Sizzler Adult Race.
This event is a youth only event that will take place after the adult race, so please read the entire description as the race start time might fluctuate based on the adult race.
Youth 10 and Under
50 Meter Swim, 1.5 Mile Bike, 0.4 Mile Run
Youth 11 - 15
150 Meter Swim, 3 Mile Bike, 0.8 Mile Run
Kids will receive a Custom Swim Cap, T-Shirt, and Finishers Medal
Registration Details
Pre-Race Packet Pickup and Sign-up
Location: Beaver Island State Park
Date: Friday August 7, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Race Day Packet Pickup and Sign-up
Location: Beaver Island State Park
Date: Saturday August 8, 2025 5:00am - 6:45am
***Kids registration/packet pickup will start back up at approx. 8:00am race morning at the announcer tent.
You do not need to be, but can be, on the race site Saturday morning before the adult race starts.
Place
Beaver Island State Park
2136 W Oakfield Rd
Grand Island, NY US 14072
Race Day Start
8:30am - 9:00 Start Time is approximate to allow the majority of adults finish their event before sending off the kids.
Please be patient with this process as we want to clear out the adult F1 swimmers before we gather the kids.
This also allows the adults to finish their race before doing their second tri of the day with their mini triathlete!
Course Maps
10 & Under Bike Map HERE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2222984]
11-15 Bike Map HERE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2216013]
Run Map HERE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2216320]
Run Loop is .4 Miles
10 & Under - 1 Loop
11-15 - 2 Loops
This event is a youth only event that will take place after the adult race, so please read the entire description as the race start time might fluctuate based on the adult race.
Youth 10 and Under
50 Meter Swim, 1.5 Mile Bike, 0.4 Mile Run
Youth 11 - 15
150 Meter Swim, 3 Mile Bike, 0.8 Mile Run
Kids will receive a Custom Swim Cap, T-Shirt, and Finishers Medal
Registration Details
Pre-Race Packet Pickup and Sign-up
Location: Beaver Island State Park
Date: Friday August 7, 2025 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Race Day Packet Pickup and Sign-up
Location: Beaver Island State Park
Date: Saturday August 8, 2025 5:00am - 6:45am
***Kids registration/packet pickup will start back up at approx. 8:00am race morning at the announcer tent.
You do not need to be, but can be, on the race site Saturday morning before the adult race starts.
Place
Beaver Island State Park
2136 W Oakfield Rd
Grand Island, NY US 14072
Race Day Start
8:30am - 9:00 Start Time is approximate to allow the majority of adults finish their event before sending off the kids.
Please be patient with this process as we want to clear out the adult F1 swimmers before we gather the kids.
This also allows the adults to finish their race before doing their second tri of the day with their mini triathlete!
Course Maps
10 & Under Bike Map HERE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2222984]
11-15 Bike Map HERE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2216013]
Run Map HERE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2216320]
Run Loop is .4 Miles
10 & Under - 1 Loop
11-15 - 2 Loops
Races
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10 & Under
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSED -
11-15
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSED
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