Patriots Triathlon
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Event details
The Patriots Triathlon takes place over a weekend on Saturday and Sunday, 12-13 September 2026, in Williamsburg, VA (2205 Jamestown Rd, 23185). The festival includes Olympic and Sprint distance races, relay options, and aquabike events. The event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon. Athletes receive a finisher medal, a shirt, socks, and race photos are available. Registering for both Saturday and Sunday races together applies a 20% discount to the Sunday race.
- Patriots Olympic Triathlon (Individual): 1.5k swim, 40k bike, 10k run - ages 12+
- Patriots Olympic Aquabike (Individual): 1.5k swim, 40k bike - ages 12+
- Patriots Olympic Triathlon Relay: team of 2 or 3 - ages 12+
- Patriots Sprint Triathlon (Individual): 750m swim, 20k bike, 5k run - ages 12+
- Patriots Sprint Aquabike (Individual): 750m swim, 20k bike - ages 8+
- Patriots Sprint Triathlon Relay: team of 2 or 3 - ages 12+
Courses and race format
The swim is held at Jamestown beach. The course description notes wildlife sightings, including osprey and occasional dolphins. The bike course is described as flat and runs parallel to the Cap-Cap bike trail along Rt. 5. The run route uses a mix of bike paths and jogging trails through historic farmland and forest.
Swim starts use a time trial format, with two athletes sent every few seconds. An Elite Box start is available to place top competitors at the front of the swim start. Course maps are provided for Olympic and Sprint distances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.