Goleta Beach Triathlon

JUL
26
2026
Race the Goleta Beach Triathlon on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at scenic Goleta Beach Park with sprint, parent and child, and aquabike options for all levels. Enjoy a calm ocean cove swim, coastal bike paths toward Santa Barbara, and a spectator friendly two lap run.
Sun 26 Jul 2026
Sprint Triathlon Run Sprint Triathlon Swim Sprint Triathlon Bike

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Event overview

The Goleta Beach Triathlon takes place on Sunday, July 26, 2026, in Goleta, California. The event is held at Goleta Beach Park in Santa Barbara County, address 5986 Sandspit Road, Goleta, CA 93117. The race program includes a Sprint Triathlon, a Parent-Child Triathlon, and a Sprint Aquabike. Entry fees listed are $107 for the Sprint Triathlon (includes $7 fee), $54 for the Parent-Child Triathlon (includes $4 fee), and $107 for the Sprint Aquabike (includes $7 fee). The Sprint Triathlon price increases after December 31, 2025. Registration for the Parent-Child Triathlon and the Sprint Aquabike closes July 25, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT.

Course and distances

The swim takes place in a calm ocean cove. The bike and run use dedicated paved paths; the bike route heads toward Santa Barbara and returns, and the run is on a spectator-friendly bike path.

  • Swim - 400 meters (Parent-Child 100 meters)
  • Bike - 6 miles (Parent-Child 3 miles)
  • Run - 2.5 miles (two laps; Parent-Child 1.25 miles, one lap)

Additional information

Additional race information is associated with Timing Evolution. Course maps are provided for each discipline. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

3 mi
Sprint Triathlon Run
Sprint Triathlon Swim
Sprint Triathlon Bike

Events nearby

Join the Santa Barbara Triathlon & Beach Festival each August for ocean swims, scenic rides by the Santa Ynez mountains, and a beachfront finish with music and refreshments. All abilities are welcome in this lively beach festival atmosphere.