40TH Annual
40th Annual Tinsel Triathlon
40th Annual Tinsel Triathlon is a triathlon and running race on December 13, 2026 in Hemet, CA, with entry fees from $50 to $150.
- Date
- December 13, 2026 (143 days to go)
- Location
- 3401 Mustang Way, Hemet, CA
- Price
- $50–$150
- Sports
- TriathlonRunning
From the Organizer
Tinsel Triathlon & 5K
Reverse Sprint Pool Triathlon
As one of the oldest and largest independently owned reverse sprint pool triathlons on the West Coast, it is certainly an ideal end of the season endurance race. The 35 year old event truly can be the perfect venue for Triathletes of all levels. For first timers who have always wanted to be triathletes the course is well defined, attainable and loaded with helpful volunteers. We are also an awesome setting for the seasoned triathlete. The course layout lets you push yourself hard for a solid workout. What better way to get your game on ... Reverse Sprint Pool Triathlon!
The Tinsel is a Sunday Triathlon run on a usually sunny, yet crisp, Southern California day with all roads closed and the coffee hot. The 5K run takes place in a scenic, calm area of West Hemet, California in Riverside County. Known as a "flat & fast" course, the 12 mile bike ride gives the rider a feeling of being on the country roadside. The race ends in the 25 meter heated pool at West Valley High School, triathletes will swim 150 meters (up & back 6 times) to the finish line where you receive a unique Tinsel finisher medal. The awards ceremony follows immediately and the bling is top shelf!
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
65°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Jacinto, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hemet, CA
Population
90,646
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,601 ft
Nearest Airport
PSP
Palm Springs International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 40th Annual Tinsel Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
143
Days to train
- Race
- 40th Annual Tinsel Triathlon
- Date
- December 13, 2026
- Location
- 3401 Mustang Way, Hemet, CA
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Triathlon
Swim, bike, run — back to back. The sprint distance makes it far more accessible than most people think. Three sports in one race means three movements to train and race day never gets monotonous.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Make it a Racecation
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40th Annual Tinsel Triathlon
Dec 13, 2026