Race Overview

Texas City Triathlon · Duathlon · Aquabike

Race Overview

One race morning, three ways to compete, and an unforgettable coastal course along Galveston Bay. Choose the Triathlon, Duathlon, or Aquabike and experience a welcoming race built for first-timers, returning athletes, and experienced competitors.

Race Date Saturday, September 18, 2027
Location Texas City Dike & Rainbow Park
Race Formats Triathlon · Duathlon · Aquabike
Field Limit 800 Participants

A fast, friendly race with expansive bay views

The Texas City Triathlon brings athletes together for a distinctive race along the shoreline of Galveston Bay. The compact venue keeps the action close, while the flat terrain, supportive atmosphere, and multiple race formats make the event approachable without taking away the challenge. Whether you are racing for the first time, pursuing a personal best, or sharing the day with a relay team, there is a place for you on the starting line.

Three ways to race

Each event uses portions of the same coastal venue, but every format offers a different race experience. Explore the options below before choosing your event during registration.

Triathlon

  • Swim 500 meters
  • Bike 15 miles
  • Run 3.1 miles

The complete swim-bike-run experience. Begin with a running beach start, continue onto the fast coastal bike course, and finish with a waterfront 5K.

Explore the Triathlon

Duathlon

  • First Run 2 miles
  • Bike 15 miles
  • Final Run 3.1 miles

Skip the swim and take on a run-bike-run challenge. This format offers the same bike course and final run while beginning with a separate two-mile opening run.

Explore the Duathlon

Aquabike

  • Swim 500 meters
  • Bike 15 miles

Combine the open-water swim and coastal bike course without the final run. Aquabike athletes receive an official finish after returning from the bike course.

Explore the Aquabike

What to expect

A well-supported race experience from packet pickup through the finish celebration.

A Welcoming Atmosphere

First-time athletes and experienced competitors share the same course in a supportive, community-focused environment.

A Coastal Venue

Race beside Galveston Bay with waterfront views throughout the venue and portions of the course.

Three Race Formats

Choose the combination of swimming, cycling, and running that best matches the race experience you want.

Race-Day Support

Volunteers, course personnel, aid stations, timing, and event staff help guide athletes from the start through the finish.

Ready to plan your race?

Review the course maps, compare divisions and awards, and check current registration pricing before choosing your event.