2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5K
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Location
- 2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego, CA
- Distance
- Triathlon-Olympic Distance · Aquabike (Swim/Bike) - Olympic Distance · Triathlon Relay - Olympic Distance & more
From the Organizer
Mark your calendars for the San Diego Triathlon Classic
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 San Diego, CA – Liberty Station
🔥 About the Event
Swim. Bike. Run. Celebrate.
Swim the calm waters of San Diego Bay, ride through beautiful Point Loma and Rosecrans National Cemetery, and run past a battleship along the waterfront trails of Liberty Station.
• Scenic, historic course
• Flat Waterfront Run
• Amazing community vibe
• Great swag & post-race celebration
🏊♂️🚴♀️🏃♂️ Triathlons Swim/ Bike/ Run
Olympic: 1500M Swim • 40K Bike • 10K Run
Sprint: 500M Swim • 20K Bike • 5K Run
Relay Olympic: 3-person team
🏊♂️🚴♀️ Aquabike Swim/ Run
Olympic: 1500M Swim • 40K Bike
Sprint: 500M Swim • 20K Bike
🏃♂️🚴♀️🏃♂️Duathlon Run/Bike/ Run
Sprint: 1 Mile Run • 20K Bike • 5K Run
🏊♂️🏃♂️Aquathlon Swim/ Run
Sprint: 500M Swim • 5K Run
Run Only 🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️
San Diego 5K
📍The Most Iconic Course in San Diego
Swim in calm San Diego Bay
Ride through Point Loma and the Rosecrans National Cemetery
Run around a retired battleship and along the waterfront
Flat, fast, and filled with SoCal views
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
78°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
3%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Diego Lindbergh Fld, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About San Diego, CA
Population
1,385,061
as of 2023
Elevation
352 ft
Nearest Airport
SAN
San Diego International Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5K
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Location
- 2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego, CA
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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 2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5K?
- 2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5K is a triathlon race held in San Diego, California on September 12, 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 2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5K?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in San Diego, California at 2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5K
Sep 12, 2026