Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- Willard Beach, Battle Creek, MI
- Distance
- Triathlon · Duathlon · Triathlon 2-person Relay (per person pricing) & more
From the Organizer
We're back with The 2026 Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon! This is a sprint triathlon/duathlon that showcases the City of Battle Creek and its amenities. Willard Beach Park will be the site for this high quality multi sport event. There is a sprint distance triathlon and a sprint distance duathlon. Relay teams of all types are also encouraged to participate. Swim 500 meters, Bike 12.4 miles (20K), Run 3.1 miles (5K). This is one of the best courses around for a sprint distance triathlon, duathlon, or relay.
This year the Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon is offering both 2 and 3-person relays. Each team member will be able to register and pay individually as well, so no need to worry about who is footing the bill! Grab your fastest friends, your swim team teammates, and your cycling pals and put together a winning relay team!
Returning this year, ages 18 and under can participate in our "Super Sprint" option which consists of a 400 meter swim, 10K bike, and 3K run.
Each registration includes a t-shirt, finisher's medal, and post-race meal from our awesome food truck!
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
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Battle Creek Kellogg Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Battle Creek, MI
Elevation
842 ft
Nearest Airport
AZO
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport · 22 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 45 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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40
Days to train
- Race
- Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- Willard Beach, Battle Creek, MI
Coming Up
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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 Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon?
- Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon is a triathlon race held in Battle Creek, Michigan on July 18, 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 Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Battle Creek, Michigan at Willard Beach, Battle Creek, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon
Jul 18, 2026