Buster Britton Memorial Triathlon presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Buster Britton Memorial Triathlon presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is a triathlon race on August 22, 2026 in Pelham, AL, with entry fees from $109 to $199.
- Date
- August 22, 2026 (30 days to go)
- Location
- 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL
- Price
- $109–$199
- Sport
- Triathlon
From the Organizer
Celebrating its 41st year in 2026, this race was the first Magic Sports (then Team Magic) event and honors local legend Buster Britton and his passion for pushing limits. Swim in a peaceful lake, bike rolling hills, and run a course inspired by Buster’s spirit.
Whether you’re a seasoned triathlete or trying your first race, you’ll find challenge and community here.
Join us and create your own lasting legacy on this iconic course.
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
92°
Typical Low
70°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Helena, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pelham, AL
City Elevation
901 ft
Nearest Airport
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 19 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Buster Britton Memorial Triathlon presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
30
Days to train
- Race
- Buster Britton Memorial Triathlon presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Location
- 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL
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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. Three sports in one race means three movements to train and race day never gets monotonous.
Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Pelham than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Buster Britton Memorial Triathlon presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Aug 22, 2026