The IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities offers easy race logistics and a centralized venue. On race day, September 20, 2026, you will take on a 1.2-mile downriver swim in the iconic Columbia River, a 56-mile rolling bike through scenic wine country, and a flat, 13.1-run through parks and on paved trails, finishing at a festive finish line at Columbia Point Park. Go with the flow in Tri-Cities, Washington, the perfect backdrop for your end-of-summer race-cation.

IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities

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<p>Athletes, residents, and visitors are invited to kick off Cuisine Solutions IRONMAN® 70.3® Washington Tri-Cities weekend on Friday, September 18, with the debut of Currents to Kicks along with Visit Tri-Cities’ free Party at the Point at Columbia Point Marina Park in Richland. The two events give the community an opportunity to experience the energy of race weekend and welcome athletes ahead of the IRONMAN® 70.3® race on Sunday, September 20.</p>

New Currents to Kicks Event Sets the Pace for IRONMAN® 70.3® Washington Tri-Cities Weekend

<p>The IRONMAN® 70.3® Washington Tri-Cities race has received international recognition in the 2025 IRONMAN® Athletes’ Choice Awards. Tri-Cities was named the Best Run Course in the world among all IRONMAN® 70.3® events. The race also ranked #3 in Overall Satisfaction and #3 for Best Swim Course in North America, based on post-race surveys from participating athletes.</p>

IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities

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