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Finger Lakes Triathlon Canandaigua

Date
September 12–13, 2026
Distance
Intermediate Triathlon · Sprint Triathlon · Aquabike - Sprint Distance & more
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From the Organizer

Finger Lakes Triathlon Canandaigua

Every September, over 1,000 athletes from across the country and Canada – kids to adults - gather on the shores of beautiful Canandaigua Lake to compete in the Finger Lakes Triathlon. This is a premier event in the world of competitive triathlon – one of the largest in Upstate NY and we are back in 2026!!!

We are excited to kick off our NEW Finger Lakes Race Series in 2026!!!  Sign up for all of the races and grab even more exclusive swag!

 

Events

Intermediate TriathlonSun, Sep 13 · 7:15 AMRegister →
Sprint TriathlonSun, Sep 13 · 8 AMRegister →
Aquabike - Sprint DistanceSun, Sep 13 · 8 AMRegister →
Aquabike- IntermediateSun, Sep 13 · 7:15 AMRegister →
DuathlonSun, Sep 13 · 7:15 AMRegister →
High School SprintSun, Sep 13 · 8 AMRegister →
Relay Teams - Intermediate triSun, Sep 13 · 7:15 AMRegister →
Relay Teams - Sprint triSun, Sep 13 · 8 AMRegister →
Kids Tri (ages 11-15)Sat, Sep 12 · 10 AMRegister →
Kids Fun Tri (ages 10 and younger)Sat, Sep 12 · 10 AMRegister →

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

75°

Typical Low

55°

Chance of Rain

37%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Canandaigua 3 S, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:46 AMSunset 7:26 PMDaylight 12h 40m

Host City

About Canandaigua, NY

Elevation

775 ft

Nearest Airport

ROC

Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport · 26 mi

Time Zone

Eastern 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 Finger Lakes Triathlon Canandaigua, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

96

Days to train

Race
Finger Lakes Triathlon Canandaigua
Date
September 12–13, 2026

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.

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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 Finger Lakes Triathlon Canandaigua?
Finger Lakes Triathlon Canandaigua is a triathlon race held in Canandaigua, New York on September 12, 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 Finger Lakes Triathlon Canandaigua?
Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Canandaigua, New York at Kershaw Park, Canandaigua, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Finger Lakes Triathlon Canandaigua?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Finger Lakes Triathlon Canandaigua

Sep 12, 2026

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