Hotels Near The Spirit of Kona Triathlons & 5k/10k – Lenoir City, TN 2026 May 2026

Date

May 9, 2026

Location

Lenoir City, TN

Venue

Tellico Dam Recreation Area

Start Time

7:30 AM

Entry Fee

$29.00 – $215.00

Events

Spirit of Kona Sprint Triathlon, Spirit of Kona Sprint Triathlon Athena, Spirit of Kona Sprint Triathlon Clydesdale, Spirit of Kona Sprint Aquabike, Spirit of Kona Sprint Aquathlon (Swim/Run), Spirit of Kona Sprint Triathlon Relay

Includes

Event Schwag Shirt

The Spirit of Kona Triathlons & 5K/10K takes place on May 9, 2026, in Lenoir City, Tennessee, at Tellico Dam Recreation Area. The event offers multiple formats including triathlon, aquabike, and swim-run options across distances of 1 mile and 6.2 miles, accommodating various fitness levels and experience. Entry fees range from $29 to $215 depending on the event format selected. Racing begins at 7:30 AM, giving you an early start to finish before midday heat. The venue location at Tellico Dam Recreation Area provides a scenic setting for your competition. Whether you're a triathlete seeking a shorter distance or a runner looking for a 5K or 10K option, this multi-sport event delivers variety. Check the race website for specific course details, transition logistics, and which format best matches your training goals.

From the Race Organizer

Have you always dreamed of Kona? Well, how about a mini version to start you off? Storm the beach into your 400 Meter swim along the Tellico dam for and out over and back swim course. The Olympic is a 1600 Yard Swim by the dam! Come out onto the beach and make your way to our transition area to hit out on the 16-mile rolling hill bike course. the Olympic course will take you a little further for an even more scenic (if that's possible) 25 miles. The sights are beautiful! Following the bike, you will head out on a run that takes you out and back along the dam to a finish to remember...You know at PBR it's all about you. Here are the routes: Sprint Bike Olympic Bike 5k/10k run courses There will also be a 5k/10k run only course! So bring your friends and put them to work running! Both of these courses are certified: 5k - TN21025MS 10k - TN21026MS Packet Pickup will be Friday, on site from 5:30pm-7pm and again on Saturday morning starting at 5:30am till 7:20am Chips will be distributed Ra

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Spirit of Kona Triathlons & 5k/10k – Lenoir City, TN 2026?

The Spirit of Kona Triathlons & 5k/10k – Lenoir City, TN 2026 takes place on May 9, 2026. The race is held in Lenoir City, Tennessee.

Where is The Spirit of Kona Triathlons & 5k/10k – Lenoir City, TN 2026 held?

The Spirit of Kona Triathlons & 5k/10k – Lenoir City, TN 2026 is held at Tellico Dam Recreation Area in Lenoir City, Tennessee.

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