Big Apple Triathlon 2026

The Big Apple Triathlon begins in Riverside Park on Manhattan's West Side. Athletes will swim in the Hudson River, with the finish line located in Central Park. Alpha Win Racing organizes this USAT-sanctioned event, offering Sprint and Olympic triathlon distances, as well as aquabike and relay categories. The Sprint course involves a 1500m swim, a 12.4-mile bike ride, and a 2.5-mile run. The Olympic course uses the same 1500m swim but increases the bike distance to 24.8 miles and the run to 6.2 miles. The event welcomes para-athletes, triathlon clubs, novices, and relay teams. A beginner's guide is available from the organizer for those new to the sport. Wetsuits are permitted if the Hudson River's temperature is below 78°F. All participants must hold a current USA Triathlon membership.