Tri for Fun Multi-Sport Youth Event
- Date Sat 30th May 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Morehead City, North Carolina
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 8th Annual Tri for Fun Multi-Sport Youth Event, happening on Saturday, May 30th, 2026, in beautiful Morehead City, Carteret! This fantastic event is designed for kids ages 5-15, encouraging them to swim, bike, and run their way to the finish line. Participants will enjoy a thrilling swim in the Olympic outdoor pool, followed by a bike ride and run through the scenic neighborhoods.
The Tri for Fun event promises family-friendly activities, including face painting and delicious snow cones, making it a perfect outing for everyone. Each child will receive a finisher's medal, and top male and female winners will be recognized in three age divisions: 5-8, 9-11, and 12-15. To ensure all participants are race-ready, a training session covering transition preparation, swim and bike safety, and course overview will be provided. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of camaraderie, competition, and community spirit!
The Tri for Fun event promises family-friendly activities, including face painting and delicious snow cones, making it a perfect outing for everyone. Each child will receive a finisher's medal, and top male and female winners will be recognized in three age divisions: 5-8, 9-11, and 12-15. To ensure all participants are race-ready, a training session covering transition preparation, swim and bike safety, and course overview will be provided. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of camaraderie, competition, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 8TH ANNUAL TRI FOR FUN RACE ON SATURDAY, MAY 30TH 2026 FOR THIS FAMILY FUN EVENT. WE ENCOURAGE ALL KIDS AGES 5-15 TO COME OUT, AND SWIM- BIKE-RUN TO THE FINISH LINE. THE SWIM TAKES PLACE IN OUR OLYMPIC OUTDOOR POOL, AND A RUN AND BIKE THROUGH THE SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS MAKES THIS RACE A PERFECT EVENT!
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WHAT IS TRI FOR FUN?
A FAMILY FUN EVENT TO ENCOURAGE YOUTH AGES 5-15 TO PARTICIPATE IN A TRIATHLON AND HAVE FUN!
FAMILY FUN
FROM FACE PAINTING TO SNOW CONES, THIS EVENT WILL BE A FUN TIME FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.
SWAG
REGISTER BY MAY 1ST TO GUARANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT. ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FINISHERS MEDAL. TOP FEMALE AND MALE WINNERS WERE AWARDED FOR 5-8, 9-11, AND 12-15 AGE DIVISIONS.
THREE AGE DIVISIONS: AGES 5-8, 9-11, AND 12-15.
All participants will receive a medal commemorating the events. The top finishers will receive additional recognition and medals. To be eligible for top finisher awards the participant must complete the event without outside assistance. Examples of things that would disqualify an athlete from a top finisher prize include: not completing the entire distance in the pool, wearing of any flotation device, and physical assistance from parents while on the course. This is not to be seen as a complete list and ultimately a decision to DQ will rest with event officials.
Age Distances are based on recommendations by USA Triathlon. Click the "Course Map" tab to learn more.
RACE TRAINING
WE PROVIDE A TRAINING EVENT TO MAKE SURE ALL CHILDREN ARE READY TO RACE. WE WILL GO OVER TRANSITION PREPARATION, SWIM AND BIKE SAFETY AS WELL AS COURSE OVERVIEW! STAY [https://hnd-p-ols.spectrumng.net/scmorehead/Members/PR/Programs.aspx?searchby=category&siteid=2130&catguid=d84f880e-4739-411c-b425-2de69488edff] TUNED [https://hnd-p-ols.spectrumng.net/scmorehead/Members/PR/Programs.aspx?searchby=category&siteid=2130&catguid=d84f880e-4739-411c-b425-2de69488edff] FOR MORE INFO.
GET SPECIAL SUPPORT
TRI FOR FUN EMPOWERS CHILDREN OF ALL ABILITIES TO HAVE FUN, LEARN NEW SKILLS, AND FEEL CONFIDENT BEING ACTIVE. OUR SUPPORT FOR KIDS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS INCLUDES A BUDDY SYSTEM, STRENGTHS-BASED TRAINING PROGRAM, COURSE MODIFICATIONS, AND MORE. TO ACCESS SUPPORTS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CHILD, CONTACT JOSHUA STOUFFLET [email protected].
VOLUNTEER FOR THE FUN! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1sViyfJkdf1WwDTi4WvYh2ahL_juI1wqDT3uPsLE16Zk/viewform?edit_requested=true]
HEAD TO THE VOLUNTEER PAGE TO FIND MORE INFO!
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WHAT IS TRI FOR FUN?
A FAMILY FUN EVENT TO ENCOURAGE YOUTH AGES 5-15 TO PARTICIPATE IN A TRIATHLON AND HAVE FUN!
FAMILY FUN
FROM FACE PAINTING TO SNOW CONES, THIS EVENT WILL BE A FUN TIME FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.
SWAG
REGISTER BY MAY 1ST TO GUARANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT. ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FINISHERS MEDAL. TOP FEMALE AND MALE WINNERS WERE AWARDED FOR 5-8, 9-11, AND 12-15 AGE DIVISIONS.
THREE AGE DIVISIONS: AGES 5-8, 9-11, AND 12-15.
All participants will receive a medal commemorating the events. The top finishers will receive additional recognition and medals. To be eligible for top finisher awards the participant must complete the event without outside assistance. Examples of things that would disqualify an athlete from a top finisher prize include: not completing the entire distance in the pool, wearing of any flotation device, and physical assistance from parents while on the course. This is not to be seen as a complete list and ultimately a decision to DQ will rest with event officials.
Age Distances are based on recommendations by USA Triathlon. Click the "Course Map" tab to learn more.
RACE TRAINING
WE PROVIDE A TRAINING EVENT TO MAKE SURE ALL CHILDREN ARE READY TO RACE. WE WILL GO OVER TRANSITION PREPARATION, SWIM AND BIKE SAFETY AS WELL AS COURSE OVERVIEW! STAY [https://hnd-p-ols.spectrumng.net/scmorehead/Members/PR/Programs.aspx?searchby=category&siteid=2130&catguid=d84f880e-4739-411c-b425-2de69488edff] TUNED [https://hnd-p-ols.spectrumng.net/scmorehead/Members/PR/Programs.aspx?searchby=category&siteid=2130&catguid=d84f880e-4739-411c-b425-2de69488edff] FOR MORE INFO.
GET SPECIAL SUPPORT
TRI FOR FUN EMPOWERS CHILDREN OF ALL ABILITIES TO HAVE FUN, LEARN NEW SKILLS, AND FEEL CONFIDENT BEING ACTIVE. OUR SUPPORT FOR KIDS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS INCLUDES A BUDDY SYSTEM, STRENGTHS-BASED TRAINING PROGRAM, COURSE MODIFICATIONS, AND MORE. TO ACCESS SUPPORTS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CHILD, CONTACT JOSHUA STOUFFLET [email protected].
VOLUNTEER FOR THE FUN! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1sViyfJkdf1WwDTi4WvYh2ahL_juI1wqDT3uPsLE16Zk/viewform?edit_requested=true]
HEAD TO THE VOLUNTEER PAGE TO FIND MORE INFO!
Races
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Tri for Fun Multi-Sport Youth Event
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 28 FEBEvent Schedule: Friday May 29th, 2026 4-6 PM Packet Pickup and Late Registration 5:30-6 PM Pre-race Meeting Saturday May 30, 2026 Race Day: 7:30 - Check-in begins, Transition Area open 8:15 - Transition Area closes 8:30 - 1st Wave Start 11:00 - Estimate all racers off course * Start times are approximate and may be adjusted on race day. Please plan to arrive between 7:30 am and 7:45 to allow time to park, check-in at the pool, set up your bike, and relax before the race starts. This is a Rain or Shine Event. Join the Tri for Fun Training Program! Click the Training tab to learn more, and reserve your spot today. Why Tri for Fun? Sports Center of Morehead and SportsCenter Gives partner with local community business leaders to present this youth sprint triathlon as a fun opportunity to benefit Local Programs in Carteret County Want to join in the Fun? Register Now. More ways to get involved: -Donate - To sponsor a child or Make a tax-deductible Donation, click the DONATE button above. -Sponsor - To become a business sponsor contact Joshua Stoufflet at [email protected] Volunteer - To participate as a volunteer contact Joshua Stoufflet at [email protected] Race Director- Joshua Stoufflet at [email protected]
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Sports Center of Morehead, 701 N. 35th Street, Morehead City, 28557, NC, United States
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