New York is a popular destination for triathletes. Upstate New York, in particular, has a thriving Triathlon scene due to its perfect climate, tranquil freshwater lakes for swimming, miles of rolling roads for the bike and seemingly endless trails to run. The mix of swimming, cycling and running has been growing in popularity across the USA in the last decade and its states like New York helping to drive those numbers up.

The triathlon season in the empire state generally runs from May to September. During this time you’ll find races of all types to challenge yourself. You might be a seasoned racer wanting to test yourself over the 70.3/half distance and ironman/full distance or a newcomer trying out swim, bike, run over a shorter distance - Super sprint distance, Sprint distance or Olympic. Whatever your goal, we’ve got you covered. You can choose your distance of choice across a diverse range of terrains from big city races like the New York City Triathlon to beautiful trails around lake placid.

If you’re a first timer triathlete starting your journey with a Super Sprint triathlon or a seasoned pro looking for a Double Ironman distance event, you’ll find the most comprehensive list of Triathlons in New York at findarace.

Check out our exhaustive 2025 - 2026 New York Triathlon calendar list below, and use our month, distance and terrain filters to find your next challenge.