Tri Santa Cruz
Tri Santa Cruz is a triathlon, aquabike, duathlon, running, swimming, and swimrun race on August 8, 2027 in Santa Cruz, CA, with entry fees from $100 to $455.
- Date
- August 8, 2027 (322 days to go)
- Price
- $100–$455
- Sports
- TriathlonAquabikeDuathlonRunningSwimmingSwimRun
From the Organizer
Come race at one of the most fun and scenic multisport events on the West Coast!
Tri Santa Cruz offers something for nearly every athlete, from first-timers to experienced racers looking for a fast course and a new PR. Choose from Sprint and International (Olympic) distance triathlons, aquabike, aquathlon, duathlon, relays, open-water swims, running events, and our Super Sprint Triathlon. Clydesdale and Athena triathlon categories are also available.
New to triathlon or want to enjoy the experience alongside family and friends? Our special Family & Friends Sprint Wave is a non-competitive option that allows participants to race together regardless of age or gender.
Special youth and senior pricing is available for individual participants ages 12–17 and 70+. Contact us about discounted registration for an all-youth or all-senior relay team.
Triathlon club discounts are available. If your club does not already have a discount code, have a club officer contact us.
Tri Santa Cruz is an ideal race for both beginners and experienced athletes. The swim takes place in the protected waters of Monterey Bay, while the fast bike and run courses showcase the spectacular Santa Cruz coastline. The bike course is completely closed to vehicle traffic, giving athletes a unique opportunity to race along the coast without cars.
Not ready for a full triathlon? Join us for the 750-meter or 1.5K open-water swim, 5K or 10K run, Super Sprint Triathlon, Aquabike, Aquathlon, or Duathlon. There is truly an event for almost everyone.
Make a weekend of it! After the race, enjoy the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, visit the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, explore the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, or simply spend the day enjoying the beach and everything Santa Cruz has to offer.
Participants receive a custom race T-shirt and finisher medal, along with a post-race lunch. Awards will be presented to top overall and age-group finishers in eligible events.
Swim. Bike. Run. Play. Experience Tri Santa Cruz.
Events
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
2%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Santa Cruz, 2 mi from the venue.
About Santa Cruz, CA
City Elevation
36 ft
Nearest Airport
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Tri Santa Cruz, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
322
Days to train
- Race
- Tri Santa Cruz
- Date
- August 8, 2027
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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.
Aquabike
A swim followed by a bike — a triathlon without the run. Sprint and Olympic distances, often alongside a tri at the same venue.
Duathlon
Run, bike, run. The multi-sport format without the swim. Two disciplines, one race — a great bridge between running and triathlon.
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.
Open Water Swimming
Open water races take place in lakes, rivers, bays, and oceans. Distances can run anywhere from a short 500m swim to 10K marathon events. Just you and the water.
SwimRun
A continuous race alternating open-water swimming and running across a series of segments. Distances, format, and legs vary by event.
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Tri Santa Cruz
Aug 8, 2027