Overview
Race the iconic IRONMAN Lake Placid course with a serene lake swim, challenging mountain bike ride, and rolling run. Finish at the historic Olympic Oval!
The Spirit of the Adirondacks IRONMAN Lake Placid is a truly magical event that draws athletes from all corners of the globe. Every aspect of this unforgettable experience keeps athletes coming back for more. From the globally acclaimed award-winning course—renowned for its iconic bike route winding through the Adirondack Mountains—to the rich Olympic history that permeates the town, IRONMAN Lake Placid is a celebration of endurance and achievement. Be part of the IRONMAN Lake Placid royalty—where greatness awaits!
Race categories
226K
IRONMAN
- Schedule
Thursday, July 16, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM · Morning Yoga with Anna · Oval/Transition 12 PM - 5 PM · Athlete Check-In & Timing Chip Pick-Up · Oval/Transition 12 PM - 5 PM · IRONMAN Village Information Tent PLAYTRI Triathlon Store & Tech Service Center IRONKIDS Dip-n-Dash & Fun Run Registration & Packet Pick-Up VIP Spectator Credential Pick-Up · Oval/Transition 12 PM - 5 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · Oval/Transition 12 PM · Athlete Briefing · Oval/Transition 3 PM · Athlete Briefing · Oval/TransitionFriday, July 17, 2026
9 AM · Shakeout Run supported by Shokz · Oval/Transition 9 AM - 1:30 PM · IRONKIDS Dip-n-Dash & Fun Run Registration & Packet Pick-Up · Lake Placid Beach 9 AM - 5 PM · Athlete Check-In & Timing Chip Pick-Up AWA Priority Check-In Ends at 12 PM · Lake Placid Conference Center 9 AM - 5 PM · IRONMAN Village Information Tent PLAYTRI Triathlon Store & Tech Service Center VIP Spectator Credential Pick-Up · Oval/Transition 9 AM - 5 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · Oval/Transition 10 AM · First Timers Briefing and Q&A · Oval/Transition 12 PM · Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series Panel · Lake Placid Central School Auditorium 1 PM · Athlete Briefing · Oval/Transition 2 PM · IRONKIDS Dip-n-Dash Fun Run will begin immediately following the Dip-n-Dash. · Lake Placid Beach 3 PM · Athlete Briefing · Oval/Transition 4 PM - 5 PM · IMF/TriClub Hoppy Hour · The Pickled Pig 5 PM · Local Entertainment · Mids Park 6 PM · Welcome Ceremony · Mids ParkSaturday, July 18, 2026
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM · Free Pancake Breakfast · Oval/Transition 8 AM - 9:30 AM · Optional Practice Swim Athletes must check in & pick up their timing chip on Thursday or Friday to participate. · Mirror Lake 8 AM - 11 AM · Floating Flamingo Coffee Barge presented by RTA · Mirror Lake Buoy #1 8 AM - 11 AM · OpenSwim Headphone Demos by Shokz · Mirror Lake Buoy #1 9 AM - 12 PM · Athlete Check-In & Timing Chip Pick-Up · Lake Placid Conference Center 9 AM - 3 PM · IRONMAN Village Information Tent PLAYTRI Triathlon Store & Tech Service Center VIP Spectator Credential Pick-Up · Oval/Transition 9 AM - 3 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · Oval/Transition 9:30 AM - 10 AM · IRONMAN U Swim & Bike Course Tips · Oval/Transition 10 AM - 3 PM · Mandatory Bike & Gear Bag Check-In · Oval/Transition 11 AM · Athlete Briefing · Oval/Transition 12 PM - 1 PM · Kegs and Eggs with Cuisine Solutions and Athletic Brewing · Oval/Transition 2 PM - 3 PM · Spectator Briefing by RTA · Oval/TransitionSunday, July 19, 2026 - Race Day!
4:30 AM - 6 AM · Transition Area Open · Oval/Transition 4:30 AM - 6 AM · Personal Needs Bike Bag Drop-Off · Cummings Rd sidewalk near Herb Brooks Arena 4:30 AM - 6 AM · Personal Needs Run Bag Drop-Off · Stone Wall/Mirror Lake Dr 4:30 AM - 1 AM (Monday) · Shuttle from Lots to Behind High School/Transition Wesvalley Lot/LP Elementary School/LP Fire House · Shuttle from Lots to Behind High School/Transition 6:18 AM · Pro Men Start · Mirror Lake 6:23 AM · Pro Women Start · Mirror Lake 6:30 AM · Age Group Start · Mirror Lake 8 AM - 6 PM · IRONMAN Village · Oval/Transition 8 AM - 6 PM · Official IRONMAN Store · Oval/Transition 6 PM - 12 AM · Mandatory Bike & Gear Check-Out · Oval/TransitionMonday, July 20, 2026
7 AM - 11 AM · IRONMAN Village · Oval/Transition 7 AM - 11 AM · Official IRONMAN Store and Medal Engraving · Oval/Transition 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM · Celebration Day Breakfast · Horse Show Grounds 9 AM - 11 AM · Personal Needs Bag Pick-Up and Information Tent/Lost & Found · Oval/Transition 9 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. · Horse Show Grounds- Route
Swim
Lake
Bike
Hilly
Run
Rolling
Typical race-day conditions
Air 10–24 °C · Water 22 °CSwim course
The 2-loop swim in Mirror Lake is calm and pristine centered in the heart of Lake Placid, serving as one the best IRONMAN swims globally. With just a few turn buoys, this swim offers athletes a great line of sight.Bike course
This 2-loop course through the majestic Adirondack Mountains was hailedRun course
The two-loop course was voted 2nd best in North America by the 2023 Athlete Choice Awards. It’ll challenge athletes with a tour through the hilly city center. The cheering crowds on Mill Hill will lift athletes up – just when they need it before heading back to the serene Mirror Lake with the culmination of their day at the Regal Oval, where the finish line awaits.
Update history
3 Oct 2026
Time changed: 25 July at 0:00 → 25 July at 4:00
IRONMAN Lake Placid
Sun, 25 Jul 2027