Overview
IRONMAN Jacksonville brings a bold new challenge to Florida’s Atlantic coast — in a city known for its athletic spirit, vibrant culture, and deep community pride.
Race with the Soul of the City IRONMAN Jacksonville blends the charm of the South with the thrill of city racing, offering athletes a fresh and fast full-distance experience in the heart of Northeast Florida. Your day begins with a downriver swim in the St. Johns River, where the smooth flow builds momentum, setting the tone for your race rhythm. Then, you’ll power through a reimagined bike course, evolving from the 2026 First Edition's bike course that cruised past urban landmarks and into the vibrant core of the city. The run is where it all comes alive: The electric energy of Downtown Jacksonville carries you through to claim your next chapter among cheering crowds, with rolling hills, support at every mile, and a finish line calling for you to claim. The chance is yours: Conquer the city. Chase the championship. Claim the next chapter.
Race categories
226K
IRONMAN
- Schedule
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
11 AM · Riverfront Music Garden Ribbon Cutting * Join the City of Jacksonville as they open this beautiful venue that will take part of the run course. · Riverfront Plaza (Behind the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts) 1 PM - 5 PM · Athlete Check-In & Timing Chip Pick-Up · Riverfront Plaza 1 PM - 5 PM · IRONMAN Village IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience Information Tent PLAYTRI Triathlon Store & Tech Service Center VIP Spectator Credential Pick-Up · Riverfront Plaza 1 PM - 5 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · Riverfront Plaza 2 PM · Athlete Briefing · Riverfront Plaza 3 PM · NIRVANA Flat Tire/Bike Tech Clinic · IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience 4 PM · Rouvy Power Hour · IRONMAN Village Lounge ExperienceThursday, May 14, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM · Sunrise Yoga Presented by lululemon · Riverfront Plaza 9 AM - 5 PM · Athlete Check-In & Timing Chip Pick-Up (AWA Priority Check-In Ends at 12 PM) · Riverfront Plaza 9 AM - 5 PM · IRONMAN Village IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience IRONMAN Foundation Bikes For Kids Bike Build Information Tent PLAYTRI Triathlon Store & Tech Service Center VIP Spectator Credential Pick-Up · Riverfront Plaza 9 AM - 5 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · Riverfront Plaza 11 AM · Athlete Briefing · Riverfront Plaza 12 PM · NIRVANA Flat Tire/Bike Tech Clinic · IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience 2 PM · Athlete Briefing · Riverfront Plaza 3 PM · Rouvy Power Hour · IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience 4 PM · Welcome Ceremony · Riverfront Plaza 6:30 PM · TriClub Hoppy Hour power by the IRONMAN Foundation · Ruby Beach BrewingFriday, May 15, 2026
8 AM · IRONMAN Shakeout Run · IRONMAN Village Entrance 9 AM - 3 PM · IRONMAN Village IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience Information Tent PLAYTRI Triathlon Store & Tech Service Center VIP Spectator Credential Pick-Up · Riverfront Plaza 9 AM - 3 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · Riverfront Plaza 9 AM - 11:30 AM · Athlete Check-In & Timing Chip Pick-Up · Riverfront Plaza 9:30 AM · Bike Course Talk · IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience 10 AM - 3 PM · Mandatory Bike & Gear Bag Check-In · Memorial Park 10 AM · First Timer Q&A with the Race Director · Riverfront Plaza 11 AM · Athlete Briefing · Riverfront Plaza 12 PM · NIRVANA Flat Tire/Bike Tech Clinic · IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience 1 PM · Rouvy Power Hour · IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience 2 PM · Athlete Briefing · Riverfront Plaza 4 PM - 5 PM · Magic Hour · Riverfront PlazaSaturday, May 16, 2026 - Race day!
4 AM - 6:45 AM · Morning Shuttle Service *Athletes and Volunteers take priority · Hyatt Regency Downtown (Shuttle will pick up at the Hyatt Regency Downtown, then proceed to Transition, and continue on to the Swim Start). 4:30 AM - 6:30 AM · Transition Area Open · Memorial Park 4:30 AM - 6:30 AM · Bike & Run Personal Needs Bag Drop · Memorial Park 5 AM - 7 AM · Morning Clothes Bag Drop · Metropolitan Park 7:30 AM · Age Group Swim Start · Metropolitan Park 7 AM - 10 PM · Information Tent/Lost & Found · Riverfront Plaza 8 AM - 11 AM · Morning Shuttle Service * Please note the shuttle to Memorial Park will have longer route to avoid active course. · Swim Start (Shuttle will pick up at the Swim Start, then proceed to the Hyatt Regency Downtown, and continue on to the Transition area). 12 PM - 7 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · Riverfront Plaza 12 PM - 7 PM · IRONMAN Village · Riverfront Plaza 12 PM - 7 PM · IRONMAN Village Lounge Experience · Riverfront Plaza 3 PM - 1:30 AM · Post-Race Athlete Food · Finish Line 4 PM - 2 AM · Night Shuttle Service * Priority will be given to an Athlete or a Spectator with a Bike Check-Out Ticket. Please note bikes will be allowed on the shuttle. * Please note the shuttle to Memorial Park will have longer route to avoid active course. · Hyatt Regency Downtown (Shuttles will run from the Hyatt Regency Downtown to Transition). 7 PM - 2 AM · Mandatory Bike & Gear Check-Out · Memorial ParkSunday, May 17, 2026
7 AM - 12 PM · Official IRONMAN Store and Medal Engraving · Riverfront Plaza 10 AM - 11 AM · IRONMAN Celebration Breakfast Free entry for athletes. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets for friends and family. · The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center 10 AM - 12 PM · Lost & Found · Riverfront Plaza 11 AM · Awards Ceremony & 2026 IRONMAN 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. · The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center- Route
Swim
River
Bike
Flat
Run
Rolling
Typical race-day conditions
Air 18–33 °C · Water 26 °CBike course
A reimagined 112-mile bike course, evolving from the 2026 First Edition two-loop bike course, will be released once finalized. Designed for speed, flow, and scenery, the previous route took riders through welcoming suburban neighborhoods, along A1A with sweeping coastal views, and through Nocatee, featuring long, fast stretches of road, and a smooth, sweeping profile ideal for chasing a competitive race rhythm. STAY TUNED! The 2027Run course
The electric 26.2-mile run course showcases Jacksonville's energy and unmistakable character. Begin your journey along the scenic Riverwalk, where the cheers of spectators echo along the water. Continue through vibrant downtown neighborhoods before passing behind the Riverside Arts Market, where live music and enthusiastic supporters create an uplifting atmosphere. As you move through the Five Points district, the iconic finish line calls you to claim it until you return from your final lap with anticipation for the moment you've been waiting for. Your final mile culminates beneath the Jacksonville skyline, where an unforgettable finish line atmosphere celebrates as you victoriously claim the next chapter.
Update history
3 Oct 2026
Time changed: 16 May at 0:00 → 16 May at 4:00
IRONMAN Jacksonville
Sun, 16 May 2027