Root Beer Kids Triathlon
- Date
- August 2, 2026
- Location
- 7204 Rice Lake Rd, Duluth, MN
- Distance
- Individual · USAT Insurance (if not purchased during registration)
From the Organizer
The Root Beer Kids race is the partner race for the Brewhouse Triathlon. It is for kids 6-14 and takes place on Sunday afternoon.
6-8 year olds: 50 yard Swim, 1.5 mile Bike, 1/4 mile Run (approx: 2:50 start)
9-11 year olds: 100 yard Swim, 2.5 mile Bike, 1/2 mile Run (approx: 2:10 start)
12-14 year olds: 200 yard Swim, 5 mile Bike, 1 mile Run (1:30 start)
There will be in-person registration at The Barrel Room in the Fitger's complex across from the Brewhouse from 4-7pm on Saturday night. Cash, Check or Charge. There WILL be on-site registration for the Root Beer Kids Triathlon starting at 12:30pm on Sunday.
Cost is $25 (plus appropriate insurance fee) before July 21st. $35 from then until the race.
There is a separate $10 insurance fee payable to USAT as part of the registration process. This fee covers all USAT kids events throughout the year. If you are signing up for multiple events it may be easier to purchase the annual youth license at www.USATriathlon.org
There are no refunds but we will defer registration until next year if you notify us 4 weeks or more from the race date.
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
77°
Typical Low
61°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Duluth Harbor Stn, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Duluth, MN
Population
86,863
as of 2023
Elevation
1,164 ft
Nearest Airport
DLH
Duluth International Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 142 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Root Beer Kids Triathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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Sprint
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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 Root Beer Kids Triathlon?
- Root Beer Kids Triathlon is a triathlon race held in Duluth, Minnesota 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 Root Beer Kids Triathlon?
- Sunday, August 2, 2026 in Duluth, Minnesota at 7204 Rice Lake Rd, Duluth, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Root Beer Kids Triathlon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Root Beer Kids Triathlon
Aug 2, 2026