Best in the West Triathlon Festival 2026 — Sweet Home, OR

Date
June 6, 2026
Location
Sweet Home, OR
Venue
44450 North River Drive
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $425.00
Events
Half-Iron Triathlon, Half-Iron Paddle Triathlon, Half-Iron Duathlon, Half-Iron Aqua Bike, Half-Iron Relay Team, Olympic Triathlon
Includes
Race Shirt
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Entry fees for the Best in the West Triathlon Festival range from $25 to $425, depending on which event you choose. Held on June 6, 2026, in Sweet Home, Oregon, the festival offers multiple distances and disciplines across triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, running, cycling, and paddle sports. Swimming distances include 500 meters and 1,500 meters, while running options span 1 mile, 10K, and half marathon distances. Cycling events feature 5 miles and 12 miles, and there's a half Ironman option for those seeking a longer challenge. The 1.2-mile aquabike combines swimming and cycling. Most events start at 7:30 AM at the venue located at 44450 North River Drive. This multi-sport festival accommodates everyone from beginners testing single disciplines to experienced endurance athletes tackling longer formats.

From the Race Organizer
Best in the West Triathlon Festival - Designed by athletes, for athletes! Nestled in the foothills of the Cascades and fed by the Santiam River, Foster Reservoir offers premier recreation facilities to the outdoor enthusiast and an excellent location for a triathlon festival. Swim in the beautiful Foster Lake. Miles of low use roads wind through the hills and along the river, providing an exhilarating ride for the cyclist. Following the wooded shoreline, the run course offers relief from the summer sun. To top off your race experience, we put on an awesome post race party! We put together a HUGE BBQ with local produce just for you! After you fill up on delicious food, top it off with a couple of ice cold beers, ciders or beverages on us, and enjoy the live music and awards ceremony. With a family friendly atmosphere and races for all ages and abilities, you’ll find yourself hanging around for the whole weekend. A large, well kept campground is the final component of the equation for the ultimate triathlon festival. We hope you will join us! The Best of the West Triathlon Festival aims to promote health and fitness through a weekend of competitive and fun racing while also providing a healthy living expo where participants, volunteers and spectators will learn how to live healthier happier lives. Our goal is to help bring out the best in you! www.bestinthewesttriathlon.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Best in the West Triathlon Festival 2026 — Sweet Home, OR?

Best in the West Triathlon Festival 2026 — Sweet Home, OR takes place on June 6, 2026. The race is held in Sweet Home, Oregon.

Where is Best in the West Triathlon Festival 2026 — Sweet Home, OR held?

Best in the West Triathlon Festival 2026 — Sweet Home, OR is held at 44450 North River Drive in Sweet Home, Oregon.

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