Kids Triathlon - South Bend
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 1902 Fellows St, South Bend, IN
- Distance
- 5 - 6 Years Old · 7 - 8 Years Old · 9 - 10 Years Old & more
From the Organizer
A fun and challenging triathlon for your little ones to compete in! Open to children ages 5-14, kids will swim, bike, and run their way to the finish line. After crossing the finish line, enjoy activities inside the track, support and congratulate fellow racers, and attend the awards ceremony for the top winners of each age division.
The SBVPA 2026 Kids Triathlon promotes a healthy and active lifestyle for children throughout the entire northern Indiana region featuring a 50 yard swim*, 1 mile bike ride, and 1/2 mile run. There will be one swimmer per lane, per wave and lifeguards will be on duty and in the water to ensure the safety of all participants. For ages 5-8, one guardian per swimmer is allowed on the pool deck.
No refunds for this event. Proceeds will benefit South Bend Venues Parks & Arts Youth Scholarship Program.
*Age groups 5 - 6, 7- 8 will be participating in a 25 yard swim.
Scholarships Available
Scholarships for the 2026 Kids Triathlon are available. Please visit sbvpa.org/scholarships for more information about South Bend Venues Parks & Arts Youth Scholarships.
Safety Information
Children of all ages and abilities are able to use flotation devices and training wheels in the 2026 Kids Triathlon. For safety, refrain from using inflatable life jackets and water wings. There will be coastguard-approved life jackets provided by South Bend Venues Parks & Arts.
For the biking portion of the triathlon, helmets will be required for all ages.
Awards
At the end of the running portion, each athlete will receive a medal after crossing the finish line. The top 6 athletes in each age group will receive a trophy.
Please note that early bird registration will end May 31 at 11:59pm and the 2026 Kids Triathlon will cost $30/participant starting June 1.
Rain date is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026.
Deadline to guarantee t-shirt is June 30, 2026.
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
63°
Based on US Climate Normals data from S Bend, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About South Bend, IN
Population
102,866
as of 2023
Elevation
722 ft
Nearest Airport
SBN
South Bend International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 77 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Kids Triathlon - South Bend
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 1902 Fellows St, South Bend, IN
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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 Kids Triathlon - South Bend?
- Kids Triathlon - South Bend is a triathlon race held in South Bend, Indiana 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 Kids Triathlon - South Bend?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in South Bend, Indiana at 1902 Fellows St, South Bend, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Kids Triathlon - South Bend?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Kids Triathlon - South Bend
Jul 18, 2026