Des Moines Triathlon
- Date
- August 2, 2026
- Distance
- Sprint Triathlon - Individual · Olympic Distance - Individual · Sprint Triathlon - Relay Team & more
From the Organizer
Located in the heart of Des Moines, the beautiful Gray's Lake Park serves as the site for this event. Sandy beach start and a closed course for the bike make this a great event for athletes of all experience levels. We are offering both Sprint Distance and Olympic Distant triathlons along with Sprint Distance Duathlon (Run-Bike-Run) and Sprint Distance Aquabike (Swim-Bike).
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
85°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ankeny, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Des Moines, IA
Elevation
929 ft
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 9 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 Des Moines Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
55
Days to train
- Race
- Des Moines Triathlon
- Date
- August 2, 2026
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 Des Moines Triathlon?
- Des Moines Triathlon is a triathlon race held in Des Moines, Iowa on August 2, 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 Des Moines Triathlon?
- Sunday, August 2, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa at 2101 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, Des Moines, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Des Moines Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Des Moines Triathlon
Aug 2, 2026