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IRONKIDS Cairns
Saturday, June 13, 2026 · Queensland, Australia
Start location
Esplanade Lagoon, Cairns, Queensland
Esplanade Lagoon, Cairns, QLD
Queensland, QLD
About this race
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon provides a reassuring start to the swim in "crystal-clear, lifeguard-patrolled waters." IRONKIDS Cairns offers a scaled-down triathlon experience for children, allowing young triathletes and first-timers to learn the swim-bike-run rhythm with official timing, medals, and age-group racing, all without the intimidation factor.
From the lagoon, the course proceeds along Cairns Esplanade, featuring flat, fast conditions for the bike and run segments. Participants will encounter "spectacular coastal views and palm-lined pathways," culminating in a waterfront finish that feels significant yet manageable. Parents and supporters line the route, providing "enthusiastic crowds cheering participants home," ensuring beginners receive a proper race-day boost and the "thrill of triathlon racing."