Overview
Experience the thrill of IRONMAN 70.3 Barranquilla in Colombia’s northwest. Discover a coastal city where athletic endurance meets vibrant festivals, cultural heritage, and the soul of Colombia.
Caribbean Spirit Meets the Golden Gate of Colombia The fourth-largest city, sits on the Caribbean coast at the Magdalena River’s mouth. Known as “La Puerta de Oro” (Golden Gate), it thrives as a major port and cultural hub. Its highlight is the UNESCO recognized Carnaval de Barranquilla, one of the world’s largest festivals. The city blends lively music, dance, and cuisine with modern commerce and landmarks like the Gran Malecón and Ventana al Mundo, offering visitors authentic Caribbean spirit and dynamic urban energy.
Race categories
113K
IRONMAN 70.3
- Schedule
Friday, April 2, 2027
10:00 AM · 5:00 PM · Athlete check-in (designated times only) Group 1: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Group 2: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Group 3: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. · To Be Confirmed 10:00 AM · 5:00 PM · IRONKIDS Check In · To Be Confirmed 10:00 AM · 6:00 PM · IRONMAN 70.3 Barranquilla - EXPO - Official bike tech - Official store - Information booth · To Be Confirmed 12:00 PM · 1:00 PM · Athlete briefing (Spanish) · To Be Confirmed 2:00 PM · 3:00 PM · Athlete briefing (English) · To Be Confirmed 4:00 PM · 5:00 PM · Athlete briefing (Spanish) · To Be ConfirmedSaturday, April 3, 2023
7:00 AM · 8:00 AM · IRONKIDS · To Be Confirmed 10:00 AM · 4:00 PM · Athlete check-in (designated times only) Group 4: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m Group 5: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m Group 6: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m · To Be Confirmed 10:00 AM · 5:00 PM · IRONMAN 70.3 Barranquilla - EXPO - Official bike tech - Official store - Information booth · To Be Confirmed 10:30 AM · 5:30 PM · Bus Shuttle from T2 to T1 / T1 to t2 · Gran Malecón del Río to Puerto Mocho Beach 11:00 AM · 5:00 PM · Mandatory bike check-in Transition 1 · Puerto Mocho Beach 11:00 AM · 12:00 PM · Athlete briefing (Spanish) · To Be Confirmed 1:00 PM · 2:00 PM · Athlete briefing (English) · To Be Confirmed 3:00 PM · 4:00 PM · Athlete briefing (Spanish) · To Be ConfirmedSunday, April 4, 2027
3:30 AM · 5:00 AM · Transition 2 Opens · Gran Malecón del Río 3:30 AM · 5:30 AM · Bus Shuttle from T2 to T1 · Gran Malecón del Río to Puerto Mocho Beach 4:00 AM · 5:30 AM · Transition 1 Opens · Puerto Mocho Beach 5:30 AM · 6:15 AM · Start line formation (according swim times) · Puerto Mocho Beach 5:55 AM · 6:15 AM · Official opening of the event · Puerto Mocho Beach 6:15 AM · Race Start - Rolling start · Puerto Mocho Beach 8:00 AM · 4:00 PM · V.I.P. Tent · Gran Malecón del Río 8:30 AM · 10:30 AM · Bus Shuttle from T1 to T2 · Puerto Mocho Beach to Gran Malecón del Río 10:00 AM · 5:00 PM · Post-Race food tent · Gran Malecón del Río 12:30 PM · 5:00 PM · Bike and Gear Recovery at Transition 2 · Gran Malecón del Río 4:00 PM · Award ceremony & 2027 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships slot allocation/roll down ceremony. Automatic Qualifiers need to be present during the awards ceremony to claim their slot with their award. Slot allocation/roll down for the remaining age group “Performance Pool Slots” will begin immediately following Awards. Be early! Must be present to claim a slot. · To Be Confirmed- Route
Swim
Ocean
Bike
Rolling
Run
Flat
Typical race-day conditions
Air 25–34 °CSwim course
A single loop 1.9k swim that starts at Playa Puerto Mocho.Bike course
A single lap with an out-and-back 90k bike ride on the outskirts of Barranquilla.Run course
The scenic 21k run will hug the shore of the Rio Magdalina. Venue
Update history
3 Oct 2026
Time changed: 4 April at 0:00 → 4 April at 4:00
IRONMAN 70.3 Barranquilla
Sun, 4 Apr 2027