Azalea Sprint Triathlon

The Azalea Sprint Triathlon is a short-course multisport race held at UNCW in Wilmington, North Carolina. Participants swim 300 yards, bike 12 miles, and run 5K. Options include racing solo, as a relay team, or as an aquabike entrant who bypasses the run. The event is open to ages 10 and up, suitable for newer triathletes, younger competitors, and adults seeking a brief race morning rather than a long-distance commitment. Race morning begins with waves, starting the first group at 8:00 am, with the last finisher anticipated around lunchtime. Athletes may complete a pre-swim in the dive pool, collect timing chips outside transition, and choose packet pickup on Saturday afternoon or Sunday morning. Bikes cannot be stored overnight. Awards are distributed based on start group, and the event is part of the North Carolina Triathlon Series.