6th annual Great American Triathlon
July 18, 2026
Get your paddles ready for the 6th annual Great American Triathlon, the Sacramento region’s premier summertime outdoor sporting event set on the stunning American River Parkway.
The Great American Triathlon is a challenging athletic competition that is as unique as it is fun. Following the historic route of Eppie’s Great Race, The Great American Triathlon includes a 5.95-mile run, a 12.5-mile bike and a 6.10-mile paddle, with categories for competitors of all types, from world-class athletes to families seeking to create a new family tradition.

All race finishers will receive a beautiful Great American Triathlon finisher medal to commemorate their accomplishment. Participation is limited, so sign up today to ensure your spot in this incomparable athletic event that is destined to define summertime fun in the Sacramento sun!
Registering a Relay Team
- Captain MUST pay the team entry fee in full. (No partial payments accepted)
- Captain is responsible for creating the team during the registration process.
- Team Members are required to register themselves and provide all required information after the team captain has registered.
NOTE: You MUST provide correct t-shirt size, as exchanges will not be available. T-Shirt sizes are available on a first come, first served basis. We recommend registering early to ensure full availability of sizes.
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Duo Relay – JOIN YOUR TEAM
2 members, any gender or age
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Register for Duo Relay – JOIN YOUR TEAMJoin a teamJul 17 - Jul 17
Adult Relay - JOIN YOUR TEAM
3 members, any gender or age
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Register for Adult Relay - JOIN YOUR TEAMJoin a teamJul 17 - Jul 17
Junior Relay - JOIN YOUR TEAM
2 or 3 Person Team (18 - Under)
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Join a teamJul 17 - Jul 17
Tandem Watercraft Relay - JOIN YOUR TEAM
4 members, any gender or age
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Register for Tandem Watercraft Relay - JOIN YOUR TEAMJoin a teamJul 17 - Jul 17
Duo Relay – TEAM CAPTAIN
Registration closes in 1 month 27 days-
2 members, any gender or age
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$130.38Jul 17 – Apr 30
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Register for Duo Relay – TEAM CAPTAIN$162.48Now registering May 1 – Jul 17
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Ironperson (Adult)
Registration closes in 1 month 27 days-
Individual
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$130.38Jul 17 – Apr 30
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Register for Ironperson (Adult)$162.48Now registering May 1 – Jul 17
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Ironperson (Junior)
Registration closes in 1 month 27 days-
Individual (18 - Under)
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$39.44Jul 17 – Apr 30
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Register for Ironperson (Junior)$44.79Now registering May 1 – Jul 17
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Adult Relay - TEAM CAPTAIN
Registration closes in 1 month 27 days-
3 members, any gender or age
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$194.57Jul 17 – Apr 30
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Register for Adult Relay - TEAM CAPTAIN$242.72Now registering May 1 – Jul 17
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Junior Relay - TEAM CAPTAIN
Registration closes in 1 month 27 days-
2 or 3 Person Team (18 - under)
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$103.63Jul 17 – Apr 30
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Register for Junior Relay - TEAM CAPTAIN$119.68Now registering May 1 – Jul 17
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Tandem Watercraft Relay - TEAM CAPTAIN
Registration closes in 1 month 27 days-
4 members, any gender or age
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$258.77Jul 17 – Apr 30
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Register for Tandem Watercraft Relay - TEAM CAPTAIN$322.96Now registering May 1 – Jul 17
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Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | JAMES MCELROY | $107.35 |
| 2 | Anonymous | $107.35 |
| 3 | The Lewin’s | $54.10 |
| 4 | Sactokaren | $54.10 |
| 5 | Rhonda Walker | $54.10 |
| 6 | Yvette Simi | $54.10 |
Event schedule
- Fri, July 17, 2026 4:00 PM - Packet Pickup @ River Bend Park (4pm - 7pm)
- Sat, July 18, 2026 7:58 AM - Adaptive Start
- Sat, July 18, 2026 8:00 AM - Iron Persons and Relay Teams Start
- Sat, July 18, 2026 11:00 AM - Awards Ceremony @ Expo Stage
Contact information
- Event contact
- Capital Road Race Management
- Phone
- +1 916-492-8966