The Great Escape Triathlon
- Date Sat 13th June 2026
- Time 7:00PM CDT
- Location Jefferson City, Missouri
- Price $32.80 - $95.34
- Races 6 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 10th edition of The Great Escape Triathlon, taking place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in the beautiful Jefferson City, Missouri! This exciting event is designed for athletes of all ages and skill levels, making it a perfect outing for families and beginners alike. Participants will kick off the day with a thrilling snake swim in the 50-meter pool at Ellis Porter Riverside Park. Following the swim, competitors will embark on a scenic bike ride through city and rural roads, passing the historic Missouri State Prison before returning for the final leg. The run will take athletes to the iconic Missouri State Penitentiary and back, culminating in a triumphant finish that earns them the coveted Great Escape medal!
The Great Escape Triathlon features events for ages 13 and up, as well as a Mini Escape triathlon for kids aged 5 to 12, ensuring there's something for everyone. With a variety of prizes, swag for overall winners, and finisher medals and participant shirts for all, this event promises to be a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event—mark your calendars for June 13, 2026, and join us for a
The Great Escape Triathlon features events for ages 13 and up, as well as a Mini Escape triathlon for kids aged 5 to 12, ensuring there's something for everyone. With a variety of prizes, swag for overall winners, and finisher medals and participant shirts for all, this event promises to be a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event—mark your calendars for June 13, 2026, and join us for a
Organiser's Description
Join us for 10th edition of The Great Escape & Mini Escape Triathlons on June 13th & 14th, 2026!! We are excited to offer a well-organized, family & beginner friendly triathlon in Jefferson City, Missouri!
To complete the Escape, athletes will have a snake swim in the 4 lane, 50 meter pool at Ellis Porter Riverside Park, then on to the bike over city & rural roads to the outskirts of the new Missouri State Prison and back. The run will take athletes to the old historic Missouri State Penitentiary and back to cross the finish line and earn the classic Great Escape medal! With triathlon & duathlon events for ages 13 & up (The *Great* Escape), and a triathlon event for ages 5 - 12 (The *Mini* Escape), there is something for the whole family.
If you're speedy, we've got all kinds of prizes and swag for the overall winners, plus finisher medals & participant shirts for everyone, so mark your calendars for the 2026 Great Escape Triathlon!!
To complete the Escape, athletes will have a snake swim in the 4 lane, 50 meter pool at Ellis Porter Riverside Park, then on to the bike over city & rural roads to the outskirts of the new Missouri State Prison and back. The run will take athletes to the old historic Missouri State Penitentiary and back to cross the finish line and earn the classic Great Escape medal! With triathlon & duathlon events for ages 13 & up (The *Great* Escape), and a triathlon event for ages 5 - 12 (The *Mini* Escape), there is something for the whole family.
If you're speedy, we've got all kinds of prizes and swag for the overall winners, plus finisher medals & participant shirts for everyone, so mark your calendars for the 2026 Great Escape Triathlon!!
Races
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Super Sprint
Incl. $4.36 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 14th June 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$60.36
The short and sweet version of our classic triathlon, this is the perfect way to try out your first triathlon or when you just need a quick triathlon fix! *Includes: 200 Meter Swim / 5.3 Mile Bike / 1.5 Mile Run -
Sprint
Incl. $5.74 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 14th June 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$84.74
Our tried & true triathlon classic, this is the race where you can enjoy your Great Escape adventure to the fullest! Pool swim, rolling ride through the beautiful countryside past the new penitentiary, and a 5K run to the old penitentiary and back to the finish line! *Includes: 400 Meter Snake Swim / 12 Mile Bike / 3.15 Mile Run -
Sprint Relay
Incl. $6.34 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 14th June 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$95.34
The perfect race to bring your team spirit and try something new, or showcase your strengths! Bring your clan, and be ready to take on the Great Escape Triathlon in team style! *Includes: 400 Meter Snake Swim / 12 Mile Bike / 3.15 Mile Run -
Duathlon
Incl. $5.74 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 14th June 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$84.74
The perfect race for our no-water friends! Enjoy our classic bike & run, without the pool to prep for! *Includes: 12 Mile Bike / 3.15 Mile Run -
Mini Escape Tri - Kids
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (7:00PM CDT)
$32.80
A fun event for the littles to get a taste of their first triathlon! *Includes: 25 Meter Swim / .75 Mile Bike / 0.35 Mile Run -
Mini Escape Tri - Youth
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (7:00PM CDT)
$32.80
A fun event for youth to try out their first triathlon, or pursue their passion for the awesome world of multisport! *Includes: 100 Meter Swim / 4 Mile Bike (2 Loops) / 1 Mile Run (2 Loops)
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