Kansas City Triathlon

  • Date Sun 17th May 2026
  • Time 7:30AM CDT
  • Location Kansas City, Missouri
  • Price $97.30 - $236.40
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances Olympic, Sprint

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of athleticism at the Kansas City Triathlon, taking place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the heart of Kansas City, Jackson. This premier triathlon, celebrating nearly 20 years of tradition, is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, attracting both novice and seasoned triathletes alike. Participants can choose from a variety of race formats, including the Olympic distance featuring a challenging 1500m swim, 40K bike, and 10K run, or opt for the Sprint distance with a 500m swim, 20K bike, and 5K run. For those looking for a team experience, the Olympic Triathlon Relay is an exciting option as well!

The Kansas City Triathlon boasts a flat, fast course that is closed to traffic, ensuring a safe and enjoyable race for everyone involved. With the event occurring early in the season, athletes can look forward to favorable wetsuit conditions. Whether you’re competing solo or as part of a relay team, this is an event not to be missed. Mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and unforgettable memories!

Organiser's Description

The Kansas City Triathlon is the largest and one of the most renowned triathlons in the region, attracting both novice and veteran triathletes. For novice and veteran triathletes there will be a time trial swim start and Elite triathletes a wave swim start. The bike and run is a closed, flat and fast course. The race is early in the season which has a good probability of being wetsuit legal. Approaching its 20th anniversary, the event includes olympic and sprint distance options, as well as triathlon and duathlon formats, solidifying its status as the Premier Triathlon in the area.



Elite Triathlon - 1500m Swim, 40K Bike, 10K Run

Olympic Triathlon - 1500m Swim, 40K Bike, 10K Run

Sprint Triathlon - 500m Swim, 20K Bike, 5K Run

Olympic Triathlon Relay (teams of 2 or 3) - 1500m Swim, 40K Bike, 10K Run

Sprint Duathlon - 2.5K Run, 20K Bike, 5K Run

In order to protect our participants and ensure a safe event, each individual participating in this event must be officially registered under their own name with accurate personal information. Failure to do so will void the registration and prohibit participation. Registration fees are non-refundable in all cases regardless of inability to participate or event cancellation. The race director reserves the right to cancel the event because of weather, natural disaster, or other unforeseen circumstances which pose a significant danger to the participants.

Races

  • Olympic Triathlon

    Incl. $9.40 Fee & Participant Shirt

    Sun 17th May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $129.40

    1500m Swim - 40K Bike - 10K Run
  • Sprint Triathlon

    Incl. $8.00 Fee & Participant Shirt

    Sun 17th May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $108.00

    500m Swim - 20K Bike - 5K Run
  • Sprint Duathlon

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & Participant Shirt

    Sun 17th May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $97.30

    2.5K Run - 20K Bike - 5K Run
  • Relay - Olympic Triathlon

    Incl. $16.40 Fee & Participant Shirt

    Sun 17th May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $236.40

    Team or 2 or 3 participants: 1500m Swim - 40K Bike - 10K Run. Select this option to create your team relay. Other team members will select "Join Olympic Triathlon Relay Team".
  • Elite- Olympic Triathlon

    Incl. $9.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 17th May 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $129.40

    1500m Swim - 40K Bike - 10K Run

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Location

11101 Raytown Rd, Kansas City, 64134, MO, United States

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