Cal Tri Events concludes its southwest race season at 2026 Cal Tri Austin - 9.21.25. Participation is 20% higher than the March 2025 version and will be the largest Cal Tri Events race outside the Golden State. This growth is driven by first time athletes who are taking advantage of Cal Tri Events Consumer Protection Policies including $85 all-in early bird pricing, free youth races, an industry best divine intervention policy and the best 15 words in triathlon; Free race transfers, deferrals & participant transfers as late as the day before the race.
Race highlights include:
- 45% First Timers. 274 of 610 registrants are first time multisport athletes.
- 18 Event Options. Triathlon, runbikerun, swimbike, swimrun, swim and run at both the sprint and olympic distances.
- 18 States Represented. Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Washington, the District of Columbia & Puerto Rico.
- Saturday’s Athletica Free Swim & Coaching Clinic (90 minutes). Athletes receive instruction and practice the five focals of faster swimming followed by dryland instruction to get race ready. The session is free to registered athletes courtesy of Athletica.
- 2026 Cal Tri Events Southwest Calendar.
- 2026 Cal Tri Austin - 3.29.26
- 2026 Cal Tri Houston - 9.13.26
- 2026 Cal Tri Austin - 9.20.26
- 2026 Cal Tri Fort Worth - 9.27.26
About Cal Tri Events
Cal Tri Events is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest national fast-course triathlon series in the U.S. Their mission is to provide safe, affordable, and accessible triathlon experiences that make a difference in the communities they serve. The Cal Tri Events difference includes $85 all-in early bird pricing, free pre race swim clinics, free youth races (ages 7-17) and the best 15 words in triathlon; Free race transfers, deferrals & participant transfers as late as the day before the race. Learn more at www.californiatriathlon.org.
Media Inquiries:
- Cal Tri Events: PR Inquiries, info@californiatriathlon.org