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Janesville Kids Triathlon

Janesville Kids Triathlon is a triathlon and running race on August 21–22, 2026 in Janesville, WI, with entry fees from $20 to $45.

Date
August 21–22, 2026 (29 days to go)
Price
$20–$45
Sports
TriathlonRunning
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From the Organizer

Join us for the annual Janesville Kids Triathlon!

Kids ages 7-12 years of age are invited to swim, bike and run to the finish line.

DISTANCES

40 meter pool swim (80 meters for ages 11-12)
2.5 mile bike ride
0.5 mile run

This race is the perfect event for a kids first triathlon experience.

This event is NOT structured as a highly competitive race, however awards will be given to the fastest in each age group.

This is a chance to celebrate health & fitness, encourage self confidence and most of all have fun while being active. 

Registration will be capped at 150 athletes.
 Participants must register online by end of day on August 21st.

Please contact the Janesville Parks & Rec office for questions. 

Race The Gator Fun Run (ages 2-6)

Do you have children younger than 7 and want in on race day action?
Sign up for the Race the Gator Fun Run in the spirit of Rockport Pool's mascot, Goggles the Gator!
This short race is for children 2-6 years old running the final stretch of the triathlon course. Parents and strollers welcome.
The race starts at 8:45am.
No need to register ahead of time, but racers who do, and pay a $20 add on fee will receive a shirt & finisher medal. 

TRANSITION AREA CHECK-IN TIMES

The check-in times for the transition area (where participants keep their bicycles and gear) are as follows:
7:30am to 8:30am
Note: Children should arrive to the transition area at least 30 minutes prior to their start time.

PERKS

Each participant will receive a souvenir event t-shirt & professional race timing
All racers registered on or before August 14th will receive a shirt upon check in.
Any racers registered after August 14th will be able to pick up their shirt from the Recreation office after race day.
 

TRANSITION CLINIC & Q&A

Friday 5:30pm-7pm at Rockport Pool
Sometimes switching from swimming to biking and biking to running can be confusing. What do you do with your bike? How do you put on shoes?
 These questions and more will be answered during our Transition Clinic Q&A. Attendance is not mandatory but is encouraged and FREE (courtesy of Velocity Multi-Sport & Cycling).
The Transition Clinic will be held during Packet Pick Up from 5:30-6:30pm and the Q&A will be held after Packet Pick Up from 6:30-7pm.
Racers are free to attend both or just one.
Please bring your gear including your bike, helmet, swim suit, shoes and whatever else you have.
You will be able to get in the pool, ride through the course, and run the path. 

AWARDS

Medals given to the top 3 finishers in each age group

Packet Pick-Up 

Friday, August 21st 5:30pm-6:30pm at Peace Park Pavilion
Saturday, August 22nd 7:30am-8:30am at Peace Park Pavilion

RULES

One parent per child may assist with transition area setup. No additional children or parents will be allowed in the transition area.
We will have volunteers to assist with transition area set up as well as swim-to-bike and bike-to-run transitions for all ages.
Parents are discouraged from walking/running along the bike and run courses along side their children.
Instead, they are encouraged to find a stationary location to take pictures and encourage their children.
 
If our minimum athletes of 50 is not reached by August 4th then the event will be cancelled.
Late registration and race day registration will not be allowed.

Events

Janesville Kids Triathlon (11-12 yr olds)$45
Transition Clinic & Q&A
Race The Gator Fun Run (2-6 yr olds)$20
Janesville Kids Triathlon (7-10 yr olds)$45

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

81°

Typical Low

59°

Chance of Rain

33%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Afton - Janesville Wwtp, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:09 AMSunset 7:48 PMDaylight 13h 39m

Host City

About Janesville, WI

Population

65,813

as of 2023

City Elevation

941 ft

Nearest Airport

MSN

Dane County Regional Truax Field · 33 mi

Major Hub

MKE

General Mitchell International Airport · 61 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

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Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Janesville Kids Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

29

Days to train

Race
Janesville Kids Triathlon
Date
August 21–22, 2026

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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.

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Make it a Racecation

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Janesville Kids Triathlon?+
Janesville Kids Triathlon is a triathlon and running race held in Janesville, Wisconsin on August 21, 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 Janesville Kids Triathlon?+
Friday, August 21, 2026 in Janesville, Wisconsin at 2801 Rockport Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Janesville Kids Triathlon?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Janesville Kids Triathlon

Aug 21, 2026

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