16th Kids4Kids Triathlon
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Distance
- 16th Kids4Kids Triathlon · Triathlon additional family member · Triathlon- Special Needs
- Price
- $45–$50
From the Organizer
REGISTER FOR THE KIDS4KIDS TRIATHLON NOW!!
Come join us on October 3, 2026 for the 16th Kids4KidsTriathlon at Albert "Ray" Massey Park (currently Westside Park) to help raise money for local children's charities.
Children, ages 4-18 will swim in the Westside pool and bike and run around the park.
All proceeds from this event will benefit children's adaptive sports charities
Age Groups & Distances
4-6 y.o: Swim 25 yards, Bike 1/2 mile, Run 1/3 mile
7-9 y.o: Swim 50 yards, Bike 1 mile, Run 2/3 mile
10-12 y.o: Swim 100 yards, Bike 2 miles, Run 1 mile
13-15 y.o: Swim 200 yards, Bike 4 miles, Run 2 miles
16-18 y.o: Swim 200 yards, Bike 4 miles, Run 2 miles
"Free Style" - customized to each participant
Registration Fees:
Triathlon- $50 a child / $45 additional child
After 9/18/26- All entries $60
***T shirt sizes are not guaranteed after 9/18/26
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
85°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gainesville Rgnl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gainesville, FL
Population
143,611
as of 2023
City Elevation
135 ft
Nearest Airport
GNV
Gainesville Regional Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
JAX
Jacksonville International Airport · 69 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- 16th Kids4Kids Triathlon
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Three sports, one race — swim, bike, run in sequence, with transitions that are a discipline of their own.
Open water, open roads, and competition with yourself. Cross the finish line knowing what it took to get there.
Triathlon
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 16th Kids4Kids Triathlon?
- 16th Kids4Kids Triathlon is a triathlon race held in Gainesville, Florida on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more triathlon races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 16th Kids4Kids Triathlon?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Gainesville, Florida at 3100-3346 NW 8th Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 16th Kids4Kids Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
16th Kids4Kids Triathlon
Oct 3, 2026