Ironman 70.3 Western Massachusetts
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Event overview
IRONMAN 70.3 Western Massachusetts is scheduled for June 7, 2026 in Springfield, MA, United States. The event is organized by IRONMAN and is listed as a World Championship qualifier. The race blends urban and rural settings, beginning with a river swim and finishing in downtown Springfield. Average water temperature is about 67 °F / 19 °C. Typical air temperatures shown are a high of 74 °F / 23 °C and a low of 53 °F / 12 °C.
Course and format
- 1.2-mile swim in the Connecticut River; described as a fast, current-assisted downriver swim.
- 56-mile bike through the Berkshire Hills and New England farms; the bike is described as hilly.
The run course is described as flat and, as of 2024, passes through Forest Park before athletes reach downtown Springfield. The event materials note an early-season Northeast setting with both city convenience and rural scenery. Registration status is listed as open for the 2026 edition. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.