Pink Cheeks Triathlon | 5K Run, 10K Bike, 600-Yard Swim
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 10:00AM AKDT
- Location Seward, Alaska
- Price $80.50 - $160.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the race season with the exhilarating Pink Cheeks Triathlon on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the scenic Seward, Kenai Peninsula! This fun-filled event welcomes participants of all skill levels, offering two exciting ways to compete: as a soloist or as part of a team of three. The triathlon features a vibrant course that begins with a 5K run, progresses to a thrilling 10K bike ride, and finishes with a refreshing 600-yard swim.
Starting and finishing at Seward High School, the race takes you through varied terrain, including cross-country trails, city streets, and minimal gravel roads, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Don't miss your chance to snag a custom-made Pink Cheeks T-shirt by signing up before March 21st! Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer to triathlons, the Pink Cheeks Triathlon promises a day of camaraderie, competition, and community spirit in the stunning Alaskan landscape. Join us for this exciting event and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Starting and finishing at Seward High School, the race takes you through varied terrain, including cross-country trails, city streets, and minimal gravel roads, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Don't miss your chance to snag a custom-made Pink Cheeks T-shirt by signing up before March 21st! Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer to triathlons, the Pink Cheeks Triathlon promises a day of camaraderie, competition, and community spirit in the stunning Alaskan landscape. Join us for this exciting event and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
Seward Parks & Recreation is proud to start your race season with our annual PINK CHEEKS TRIATHLON in Seward, Alaska! The Pink Cheeks Triathlon is open to all ability levels. _SIGN UP BY MARCH 21ST TO GET A CUSTOM MADE 2026 PINK CHEEKS T-SHIRT!_
There are two options to compete in the Pink Cheeks Triathlon:
* Option 1. COMPETE AS A TEAM. Sign up as a team that consists of 3 individuals with 1 individual competing per segment. _Team competitors must be over 8 years old._
* Option 2. COMPETE AS A SOLOIST. _Soloists must be aged 13 or older_. Kids aged 8-12 can only compete as a part of a team.
ADDITIONAL RACE INFORMATION
* This year's race will begin with the 5K run, transition to the 10K bike ride, and finish with the 600-yard swim
* 5K RUN AND 10K BIKE SEGMENTS: Both the 5K run and 10K bike will start and finish at Seward High School (course will vary). Race terrain inclines as you run and bike, and includes high school cross-country trails, city streets, and minimal gravel roads. At this time of year, snow may still be present on the cross-country trails.
* 600-YARD SWIM SEGMENT: Swim segments can be completed early between 8:00 am and 9:30 am; early swimmers must be able to swim 12 laps in 15 minutes or less. For an early swim time, please email [email protected] or call 907-224-4054. Team swimmers will begin their segment at the 10:00 am start time.
RACE RULES AND REQUIREMENTS:
* TEAMS MUST CONSIST OF 3 MEMBERS
* BIKERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR HELMETS. BIKERS WITHOUT A HELMET WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.
* BIKERS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN BIKE STAND IN THE BIKE QUEUE.
* No spectators are allowed in the pool area.
* Your bib number will be marked on your right upper arm for officials use in the pool.
* Team swimmers MUST be present at bib check-in to have bib number marked on the upper arm.
* No assistive devices are allowed in the pool unless required as an ADA adaptive device as a reasonable accommodation _(Please notify us of your needs ASAP at 224-4054 to allow us to plan ahead and smoothly transition you)._ Goggles and swim caps are allowed. No snorkels, fins, gloves, etc.
* Bikers will need to mount their bike after they have crossed the timing mat at the start of the race, and will need to dismount before crossing the black and red mat for the finish.
* Your transition time will not stop between the run and bike, but transition time will stop during swimming.
Bib Pick Up
There will be two options for bib pick up:
* Option 1: Friday, May 1st at AVTEC gym located at 519 4th Ave, Seward, AK from 5:00 - 8:00 pm
* Option 2: Race day, Saturday May 2nd at the Seward High School located at 2100 Swetman St, Seward, AK, 99664 from 8:00 - 9:45 am
There are two options to compete in the Pink Cheeks Triathlon:
* Option 1. COMPETE AS A TEAM. Sign up as a team that consists of 3 individuals with 1 individual competing per segment. _Team competitors must be over 8 years old._
* Option 2. COMPETE AS A SOLOIST. _Soloists must be aged 13 or older_. Kids aged 8-12 can only compete as a part of a team.
ADDITIONAL RACE INFORMATION
* This year's race will begin with the 5K run, transition to the 10K bike ride, and finish with the 600-yard swim
* 5K RUN AND 10K BIKE SEGMENTS: Both the 5K run and 10K bike will start and finish at Seward High School (course will vary). Race terrain inclines as you run and bike, and includes high school cross-country trails, city streets, and minimal gravel roads. At this time of year, snow may still be present on the cross-country trails.
* 600-YARD SWIM SEGMENT: Swim segments can be completed early between 8:00 am and 9:30 am; early swimmers must be able to swim 12 laps in 15 minutes or less. For an early swim time, please email [email protected] or call 907-224-4054. Team swimmers will begin their segment at the 10:00 am start time.
RACE RULES AND REQUIREMENTS:
* TEAMS MUST CONSIST OF 3 MEMBERS
* BIKERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR HELMETS. BIKERS WITHOUT A HELMET WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.
* BIKERS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN BIKE STAND IN THE BIKE QUEUE.
* No spectators are allowed in the pool area.
* Your bib number will be marked on your right upper arm for officials use in the pool.
* Team swimmers MUST be present at bib check-in to have bib number marked on the upper arm.
* No assistive devices are allowed in the pool unless required as an ADA adaptive device as a reasonable accommodation _(Please notify us of your needs ASAP at 224-4054 to allow us to plan ahead and smoothly transition you)._ Goggles and swim caps are allowed. No snorkels, fins, gloves, etc.
* Bikers will need to mount their bike after they have crossed the timing mat at the start of the race, and will need to dismount before crossing the black and red mat for the finish.
* Your transition time will not stop between the run and bike, but transition time will stop during swimming.
Bib Pick Up
There will be two options for bib pick up:
* Option 1: Friday, May 1st at AVTEC gym located at 519 4th Ave, Seward, AK from 5:00 - 8:00 pm
* Option 2: Race day, Saturday May 2nd at the Seward High School located at 2100 Swetman St, Seward, AK, 99664 from 8:00 - 9:45 am
Races
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Pink Cheeks Triathlon | Soloist Division
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM AKDT)
$80.50
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Adult All Relay Division | Male, Female, Coed
Incl. $10.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM AKDT)
$160.00
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Youth Relay Division | Male, Female, Coed
Incl. $7.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM AKDT)
$117.60
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Mixed Age Relay Division | Mixed Ages
Incl. $8.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM AKDT)
$138.80
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Pink Cheeks Triathlon | 5K Run, 10K Bike, 600-Yard Swim
