North Shore Youth Triathlon
- Date
- August 16, 2026
- Location
- 1600 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL
- Distance
- Youth Triathlon 11-14 Year Old · Youth Triathlon 7-10 Year Old · Youth Triathlon Splash & Dash 5-6 Year Old & more
From the Organizer
We invite youth between the ages of 5 and 14 to join us at the North Shore Youth Triathlon (NSYT). The NSYT challenges youth to develop fitness and achieve their personal best while having fun!
The NSYT is hosted by the not-for-profit Evanston-based OWLS (Open Water Lake Swimmers) and draws on over fifteen years of experience inspiring youth through triathlon.
The event is held at Evanston Township High School. This includes a pool swim, closed to traffic bike course, and run on ETHS grounds.
Event Distances:
11-14 year old: Swim 200 yards, Bike 5 miles, Run 1.2 miles
7-10 year old: swim 100 yard, Bike 2.5 miles, Run 0.7 miles
5-6 year old splash & dash: swim flexible based on skill and comfort level, Run 0.5 mile
*For need based scholarship, please contact Craig Strong at precisionmultisport@gmail.com
*If your child would like to race in a different age category than their current age for any reason (Ex: shorter or longer swim), please register them for their current age group and then email precisionmultisport@gmail.com so we can make the change for you.
Packet Pick Up:
Friday, August 14th 5-7:00 PM
Saturday August 15th 4-7:00 PM
Both packet pickups will be located at ETHS in the grassy area near the pool entrance off of Dodge Avenue, north of Door 1.
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
82°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Botanic Garden, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Evanston, IL
Population
76,552
as of 2023
Elevation
610 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 12 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.
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- Race
- North Shore Youth Triathlon
- Date
- August 16, 2026
- Location
- 1600 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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 North Shore Youth Triathlon?
- North Shore Youth Triathlon is a triathlon race held in Evanston, Illinois on August 16, 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 North Shore Youth Triathlon?
- Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Evanston, Illinois at 1600 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the North Shore Youth Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
North Shore Youth Triathlon
Aug 16, 2026