Pioneer Spirit Triathlon – Sprint, Mini, & Challenge | 5k Run – Petersburg, IL 2026

The Pioneer Spirit Sprint and Mini triathlon are a mid-spring tri-series that enables seasoned triathletes or beginning triathletes to test out their abilities in a short-distance, heated indoor pool, triathlon. If you take on the Tri-Challenge you participate in the mini-sprint as well as a sprint distance to test your stamina and talent for the triathlon. We are very proud that this event was selected as one of Triathlete’s 2025 Best Beginner Triathlons in the U.S.! 5k: Run/Walk Event (All Ages): 3Mi Run/Walk The 5k will begin at 9:15 am. There will be a gun start. All participants will complete the same route as the running portion of the Sprint Triathlon. Participants will have 2 hours to complete the route. 5k: VIRTUAL Run/Walk Event (All Ages): 3-Mile VIRTUAL Run/Walk Virtual 5k participants will NOT participate on race day. Packets must be picked up locally or pay for shipping on checkout (no international shipping). Participants will have one week (Sunday through Saturday follo