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2026 Lake Chaparral Triathlon

Lake Chaparral Triathlon

Calgary’s longest-running multisport event

Join us Sunday, August 9, 2026 at Lake Chaparral for the 26th anniversary of this iconic race.

With distances for all ages and abilities, athletes will enjoy:
✔ Crystal-clear lake swim
✔ Smooth, scenic bike course
✔ Multi-terrain run through the Chaparral community

Experience the tradition.
Be part of the community.
Tri one.

Duathlon World Championship Qualifier

The Standard Duathlon race is a qualifier for the 2027 World Multisport Championships in Edmonton, Alberta.

2 qualifying spots per age category will be available for athletes looking to represent Team Canada.
Final qualification must be claimed through Triathlon Canada after the event.

Your Perfect First Triathlon

New to triathlon? The Tri-It and Sprint distances are designed for beginners.

You can complete your first triathlon with basic gear and a supportive race environment.

👉 Learn more:
https://multisportscanada.com/YourFirstTriChaparral/

Countdown to event

Registration fees Spots remaining: 533

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

Your First Triathlon - Tri it Distance Spots remaining: 23

Price changes in 6 days 19 hours

  • Thinking about your first triathlon but not sure where begin? You’re not alone — and that’s exactly why we created the Your First Triathlon pathway. Find out more here https://multisportscanada.com/YourFirstTriChaparral/

    1. CA$172.48
      Nov 4 – Nov 30
    2. CA$183.20
      Now registering Dec 1 – Apr 1
      Register for Your First Triathlon - Tri it Distance
    3. CA$193.92
      Apr 1 – Jul 1
    4. CA$204.63
      Jul 1 – Aug 7

Your First Triathlon - Sprint Distance Spots remaining: 19

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  • Thinking about your first triathlon but not sure where begin? You’re not alone — and that’s exactly why we created the Your First Triathlon pathway. Find out more here https://multisportscanada.com/YourFirstTriChaparral/

    1. CA$200.35
      Nov 4 – Nov 30
    2. CA$211.07
      Now registering Dec 1 – Apr 1
      Register for Your First Triathlon - Sprint Distance
    3. CA$221.78
      Apr 1 – Jul 1
    4. CA$232.49
      Jul 1 – Aug 7

Standard Distance Triathlon Spots remaining: 165

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Sprint Distance Triathlon Spots remaining: 199

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Tri it Distance Triathlon Spots remaining: 94

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Kids of Steel Triathlon Spots remaining: 126

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  • Great events for kids ages 3-13. Distances vary by age group: 7Under, 8-9, 10-11yr, & 12-13yr

    1. CA$71.75
      Nov 4 – Nov 30
    2. CA$77.11
      Now registering Dec 1 – Apr 1
      Register for Kids of Steel Triathlon
    3. CA$82.47
      Apr 1 – Jul 1
    4. CA$87.82
      Jul 1 – Aug 7

Duathlon Spots remaining: 132

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  • cut out the swim! Run-Bike-Run your way to a multisport finish!

    1. CA$172.48
      Nov 4 – Nov 30
    2. CA$183.20
      Now registering Dec 1 – Apr 1
      Register for Duathlon
    3. CA$193.92
      Apr 1 – Jul 1
    4. CA$204.63
      Jul 1 – Aug 7

Standard Distance Relay Team Limited spots available

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Sprint Distance Relay Team Limited spots available

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TRI FOR CHARITY Spots remaining: 20

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  • Secure a spot AND make your experience about more than just the finish line. Fundraise to support the Calgary Canoe Club - our official event support crew.

    1. CA$98.54
      Nov 4 – Nov 30
    2. CA$98.54
      Now registering Dec 1 – Apr 1
      Register for TRI FOR CHARITY
    3. CA$98.54
      Apr 1 – Jul 1
    4. CA$98.54
      Jul 1 – Aug 7

Open Water Swim

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  • Dive in and get your open water swim fix! 750m, 1.5k and 3k distances

    1. CA$55.67
      Nov 4 – Nov 30
    2. CA$66.39
      Now registering Dec 1 – Apr 1
      Register for Open Water Swim
    3. CA$77.11
      Apr 1 – Jul 1
    4. CA$87.82
      Jul 1 – Aug 7

AquaBike - Standard Spots remaining: 49

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  • Standard distance - 1500m swim, 38km run

    1. CA$161.77
      Nov 4 – Nov 30
    2. CA$172.48
      Now registering Dec 1 – Apr 1
      Register for AquaBike - Standard
    3. CA$183.20
      Apr 1 – Jul 1
    4. CA$193.92
      Jul 1 – Aug 7

AquaBike - Sprint Limited spots available

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FEES AND PROCESSING INFORMATION

  • 5% GST will be applied to your transaction at checkout.
  • All participants must be members of Triathlon Alberta (or other province). Non member have to purchase one-day insurance.
  • An online processing fee will be applied to your online registration
  • All entries include a commemorative cotton casual race shirt if registered BEFORE July 17
  • Online registration will close at noon (MST) on Friday August 7
  • All entries are Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable to another person, and Non-Deferrable to a future event. This also applies to a participant with an injury or illness. Sale and/or transfer of race entries/bib numbers is strictly prohibited.
  • Ages will be calculated as of December 31, 2026
  • All participants must show picture ID at check-in.

Cancellation Policy

  • NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. Although some participants may not realize it, the majority of expenses for organizing a sporting event are incurred before the actual event takes place (ie. staff, marketing, shirts, medals, permits, deposits, insurance, etc). For this reason, issuing refunds would place the event in an adverse financial position. By registering for the event, you are agreeing to the risk that if you are unable to attend the event, or if the event is cancelled, you are not entitled to a refund unless otherwise stated.
  • All entries are Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable to another person, and Non-Deferrable to a future event unless otherwise stated.
  • Sale and/or transfer of race entries/bib numbers is strictly prohibited.
  • A participant with an injury or illness is not eligible for a refund, transfer or a deferral entry to a future event.
  • By registering for the event, If the event cannot take place in 2026 due to COVID-19, the participant agrees to a 75% deferral credit.
    This credit can be applied towards any multisportscanada event in 2026-2027

Triathlon Membership

In order to comply with insurance requirements, all participants must be current members of Triathlon Aberta (or other province). Membership to Triathlon Alberta comes in two forms;

1. Annual Membership – purchased online, through affiliated Clubs or individually OR;
https://ccnbikes.com/#!/memberships/triathlon-alberta-annual-membership-2026

2. Day of Race one-event Membership sold for event day
https://ccnbikes.com/#!/memberships/triathlon-alberta-day-member-fees-2026


  • Day of Race Membership can be purchased during the event online registration
  • Annual members must be able to produce a current membership card at race package pick-up, with a unique identifying membership number prior to registration.
  • Current annual Triathlon Alberta or Triathlon Saskatchewan memberships will also be accepted. Memberships from other provinces or outside of Canada will not be accepted and a Day of Race Membership must be purchased.

TRI FOR CHARITY

Secure your spot AND make your experience about more than just the finish line.

Pay a reduced entry fee and fundraise a minimum of $500 for our Charity of Choice! The Calgary Canoe Club provides over 100 members to ensure our event runs smoothly.

HOW THIS WORKS

1. Register and pay a discounted entry fee to secure your spot!
2. Create a fundraising page and commit to raising a minimum of $500 by race day for our charity.

Top donors

No. Name Amount
1 Wayne McNeil CA$107.72
2 Anonymous CA$54.31
3 Joanna Gaudette CA$27.60

Top fundraisers

1 View fundraiser page for Michaela

Michaela Bianchini

Raised: CA$27.60

2 View fundraiser page for Ashley

Ashley Berreth

Raised: CA$6.24

3 View fundraiser page for Brian

Brian Dicks

Raised: CA$6.24

Contact information

Event contact
Trevor Soll
Phone
+1 780-915-0693
Website
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