Overview
Race the scenic IRONMAN Cozumel course with an ocean swim, flat bike ride, and coastal run. Enjoy coral reefs, pristine beaches, and vibrant attractions!
Late-Season Destination Race in Paradise Cozumel is not only a beach-goer's paradise but also a seasoned IRONMAN host city. Off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, the area has over 14 miles of reefs for exploring, plus archaeological ruins, a national park, and endless expanses of turquoise water and white sandy beaches.
Race categories
226K
IRONMAN
- Schedule
Thursday, November 21, 2026
8:00 AM · 12:00 PM · Free Bike Tech Support · 10 Official Host Hotels (For validated guest athletes only) 12:00 PM · 8:00 PM · Athlete Check-in (Packet Pickup) (DESIGNATED TIMES ONLY) · Cozumel Convention Center 12:00 PM · 8:00 PM · Official Store— IRONMAN Cozumel · Cozumel Convention Center 12:00 PM · 8:00 PM · Information Booth · Cozumel Convention Center 12:00 PM · 8:00 PM · Free Bike Tech Support · Cozumel Convention Center 12:00 PM · 8:00 PM · Expo—IRONMAN Cozumel · Cozumel Convention Center 2:00 PM · 6:00 PM · Free Bike Tech Support · 10 Official Host Hotels (For validated guest athletes only)Friday, November 20, 2026
8:00 AM · 12:00 PM · Free Bike Tech Support · 10 Official Host Hotels (For validated guest athletes only) 9:00 AM · 5:00 PM · Athlete Check-in (Packet Pickup) (DESIGNATED TIMES ONLY) · Cozumel Convention Center 9:00 AM · 5:00 PM · Official Store—IRONMAN Cozumel · Cozumel Convention Center 9:00 AM · 5:00 PM · Information Booth · Cozumel Convention Center 9:00 AM · 5:00 PM · Free Bike Tech Support · Cozumel Convention Center 9:00 AM · 5:00 PM · Expo—IRONMAN Cozumel · Cozumel Convention Center 1:30 PM · 2:30 PM · Athlete Briefing ENGLISH · Presidente Hotel (Coral Saloon) (Athlete Bracelet required) - Bike Rack available at Lobby Entrance. Also available digitally on the event website. 2:00 PM · 6:00 PM · Free Bike Tech Support · 10 Official Host Hotels (For validated guest athletes only) 3:00 PM · 4:00 PM · Athlete Briefing ENGLISH · Presidente Hotel (Coral Saloon) (Athlete Bracelet required) - Bike Rack available at Lobby Entrance. Also available digitally on the event website. 4:30 PM · 5:30 PM · Athlete Briefing SPANISH · Presidente Hotel (Coral Saloon) (Athlete Bracelet required) - Bike Rack available at Lobby Entrance. Also available digitally on the event website. 5:30 PM · 6:30 PM · First Timer Briefing ENGLISH & SPANISH · Presidente Hotel (Coral Saloon) (Athlete Bracelet required) - Bike Rack available at Lobby Entrance.Saturday, November 21, 2026
10:30 AM · 4:30 PM · Run Gear Check-in (red bag) at Transition Area 2 (T2) (DESIGNATED TIMES ONLY) · Mega Super Center Parking Lot, 11th Ave entrance 10:30 AM · 4:30 PM · MANDATORY Bike Check-in & Blue Bag Check-In at Transition Area 1 (T1) (DESIGNATED TIMES ONLY) · Transition Area 1 ( T1 ), Chankanaab Park Parking lot 9:00 AM · 4:00 PM · Official Store—IRONMAN Cozumel · Quintana Roo Park (Finish Line) 10:30 AM · 4:30 PM · Free Bike Tech Support · Transition Area 1 ( T1 ), Chankanaab Park Parking lotSunday, November 22, 2026 - Race Day
5:15 AM · 5:45 AM · Free transportation to Transition Area 1 (T1) · Entrance of each of the 10 Official host hotels to Transition area 1 (T1—Chankanaab) (FOR VALIDATED ATHLETE GUESTS ONLY) 5:45 AM · 6:35 AM · Free transportation from Transition Area 1 (T1) to Swim Start · From Transition Area 1 (T1) (Chankanaab) (New Highway) to the Swim Start at Cozumel ASIPONA Marina (ALL ATHLETES) 5:20 AM · 6:30 AM · Transition Area opens (T1) · Transition Area 1 (T1), Chankanaab Park Parking lot 5:20 AM · 6:30 AM · Bike & Run Personal Needs Bag Drop Off (Orange and Black Bags) · Transition Area 1 (T1), Chankanaab Park Parking lot 6:30 AM · Transition Area closes (T1) · Transition Area 1 (T1), Chankanaab Park Parking lot 6:35 AM · LAST Shuttle from Transition Area 1 (T1) to Swim Start · From Transition Area 1 (T1) (Chankanaab) (New Highway) to the Swim Start at Cozumel ASIPONA Marina 5:50 AM · 6:50 AM · Race Morning Clothes Bag Drop off (White Bag) · Cozumel ASIPONA Marina (ATHLETES ONLY, CLOSED FOR SPECTATORS) 6:55 AM · Professional Men´s Race Start · Cozumel ASIPONA Marina (ATHLETES ONLY, CLOSED FOR SPECTATORS) 7:00 AM · Professional Women´s Race Start · Cozumel ASIPONA Marina (ATHLETES ONLY, CLOSED FOR SPECTATORS) 7:10 AM · Age Groups Rolling Start · Cozumel ASIPONA Marina (ATHLETES ONLY, CLOSED FOR SPECTATORS) 11:00 AM · 10:00 PM · Official Store—IRONMAN Cozumel · Quintana Roo Park (Finish Line) 4:00 PM · Mandatory Bike and Gear check-out (T2) · Transition 2 (T2), Mega Super Center Parking LotMonday, November 23, 2026
1:20 AM · Last chance to pick up bike and race bags at Transition 2 (T2) - Personal Needs Bags will not be returned · Transition 2 (T2), Mega Super Center Parking Lot 7:00 AM · 3:00 PM · IRONMAN Cozumel Official Store · Quintana Roo Park (Finish Line) 11:00 AM · 2:00 PM · Lost & Found · Quintana Roo Park (Finish Line) (Official Store) 11:00 AM · Awards Ceremony & Roll Down for the 2027 IRONMAN World Championship. 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 · Presidente Hotel (Coral Saloon) (Athlete Bracelet required) Closing Party - Following the conclusion of the Slot Allocation & Roll Down Ceremony · New Señor Frog´s (Punta Langosta Mall)- Route
Swim
Ocean
Bike
Flat
Run
Flat
Typical race-day conditions
Air 23–29 °C · Water 26 °CSwim course
The swimming stage of IRONMAN Cozumel is one of the most spectacular in the world. The great visibility of water and the huge amount of underwater life that accompanies the athletes throughout the course, turns this stage into one unforgettable experience.Bike course
Athletes will do 3 laps around the island to complete the 180 kms (112 miles) of the bike course. The route covers amazing Oceanside roads, the great hotel zone and a bit fo the city, This fast and beautiful route guarantees an exciting bike stage, ideal for those who want an IRONMAN PR.Run course
The run course is flat and passes through many of Cozumel’s signature sites, including its waterfront walk, downtown main plaza and historic Neighborhoods. Hundreds of spectators cover the sidewalks to watch and cheer for the athletes to give their best until they reach the finish line, which is located at the City Hall plaza in downtown Cozumel.
Update history
3 Oct 2026
Time changed: 22 November at 0:00 → 22 November at 4:00
IRONMAN Cozumel
Sun, 22 Nov 2026