6TH Annual
6th Annual Grand River Color Tour Triathlon
6th Annual Grand River Color Tour Triathlon is a triathlon and running race on October 3, 2026 in Eaton Rapids, MI, with entry fees from $30 to $60.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (72 days to go)
- Location
- 114 Mill St., Eaton Rapids, MI
- Price
- $30–$60
- Sports
- TriathlonRunning
From the Organizer
Register today to compete in our 5th Annual Grand River Color Tour Triathlon with a twist. This race will feature a 2k kayaking paddle, a 15-mile cycle, and a 5k run during the most colorful season of the year in Eaton Rapids. Additionally, the final leg of the 5k, runners will be blasted with powder coloring leaving each racer to finish the competition in a uniquely colored way. The race will begin with kayaking at 8:30 am. Registration/check in will begin at 7:00 am and must be complete by 8:00 am. There is also an option to participate in the 5K Only or do the Triathlon as a Relay Team of 3.
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
68°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Eaton Rapids.
Host City
About Eaton Rapids, MI
Population
5,197
as of 2023
City Elevation
887 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 51 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 6th Annual Grand River Color Tour Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
72
Days to train
- Race
- 6th Annual Grand River Color Tour Triathlon
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 114 Mill St., Eaton Rapids, MI
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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.
Coming Up
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Make it a Racecation
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6th Annual Grand River Color Tour Triathlon
Oct 3, 2026