Overview
Discover IRONMAN 70.3 Maine - New England’s mid-season gem featuring a fast river swim, a challenging bike course, rolling run, and unbeatable Kennebec community support.
Escape to Maine This New England adventure, a sought-after mid-season gem, is renowned for its epic course and the unwavering support of the Kennebec community. The swift swim down the Kennebec River, crowned the fastest IRONMAN 70.3 swim course globally in 2023, serves as the perfect warm-up for the challenging 56-mile bike ride and rolling13.1-mile run ahead.
Race categories
113K
IRONMAN 70.3
- Schedule
Friday, July 24, 2026
1 PM - 6 PM · Athlete Check-In & Timing Chip Pick-Up · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 1 PM - 6 PM · IRONMAN Village Information Tent PLAYTRI Triathlon Store & Tech Service Center · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 1 PM - 6 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 2 PM · Athlete Briefing · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 4 PM · Athlete Briefing · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 6 PM - 9 PM · Welcome Ceremony hosted by the Chamber · Waterfront Park/Front St 6:30 PM · Welcome Ceremony Fun Run · Waterfront Park/Front St 7:30 PM · First Timer Meet And Greet With The Race Director · Waterfront Park/Front St 9 PM · Fireworks Show hosted by the Chamber · Waterfront Park/Front StSaturday, July 25, 2026
8 AM - 9 AM · Sunrise Yoga presented by Cuisine Solutions · IRONMAN Village (Near the Stage) 9 AM - 4 PM · Athlete Check-In & Timing Chip Pick-Up (AWA Priority Check-In Ends at 12 PM) · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 9 AM - 4 PM · IRONMAN Village Information Tent PLAYTRI Triathlon Store & Tech Service Center · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 9 AM - 4 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM · Mandatory Bike Check-In · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 11 AM · Athlete Briefing · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 1 PM · Flat Tire Clinic Powered by Nirvana · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 1:30 PM - 2 PM · Q&A With The Race Director · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 2 PM · Athlete Briefing · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union StSunday, July 26, 2026
4:15 AM - 5:45 AM · Transition Area Open · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 5:15 AM · Scottish Bag Pipe Athlete March to Swim Start · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 6 AM · Age Group Rolling Start · Kennebec River Trail/Front St 8 AM - 4 PM · IRONMAN Village Information Tent · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 8 AM - 4 PM · Official IRONMAN Store and Medal Engraving · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 10:30 AM - 4 PM · Athlete Post-Race Food · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 1 PM - 4 PM · Bike & Gear Check-Out · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St 4 PM - 6 PM · Awards Ceremony & 2027 Precision Fuel & Hydration IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship Slot Allocation/Rolldown Ceremony Automatic Qualifiers need to be present during the Awards Ceremony to claim their slot with their award. Slot Allocation/Rolldown for the remaining age group “Performance Pool Slots” will begin immediately following Awards. Be early! Must be present to claim a slot. · YMCA Athletic Fields off of Union St- Route
Swim
River
Bike
Rolling
Run
Rolling
Typical race-day conditions
Air 17–28 °C · Water 24 °CSwim course
Awarded 3rd Best Swim, North America Region, this point-to-point swim also claimed the title of the fastest 2023 IRONMAN 70.3 swim worldwide. The Kennebec River will swiftly propel athletes downstream, ensuring they conserve energy for the challenges ahead!Bike course
The bike course winds perfectly through the gorgeous Kennebec River Valley. Covering 56 miles of scenic terrain, cyclists will encounter climbs and smooth descents as they journey south along the Kennebec River, passing through charming rural Maine towns!Run course
This single-loop run features a blend of rolling hills and flat stretches, offering shaded sections alongside the Kennebec River. Athletes will enjoy incredible community support as they travel through the historic towns of Hallowell and Augusta, culminating in an epic finish against the backdrop of the State Capitol building.
Update history
3 Oct 2026
Registration opened: — → https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-maine
3 Oct 2026
Venue changed: Augusta, ME, United States → IRONMAN 70.3 Maine, Augusta
3 Oct 2026
Time changed: 25 July at 0:00 → 25 July at 4:00
IRONMAN 70.3 Maine
Sun, 25 Jul 2027