WHO: IRONMAN Chattanooga returns to the Scenic City this weekend. The 144.6-mile event stands as a globally renowned triathlon, highlighting the exceptional dedication, strength, and resilience of athletes from around the world.
WHAT: The event welcomes 1,700 registered athletes and has an estimated economic impact of $6 million in Hamilton County. The race and other activities will occur in various locations across Chattanooga and surrounding areas.
WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
Media Credentials:
Registration for limited media credentials to the 2026 IRONMAN Chattanooga triathlon taking place on Sunday, September 27 is now available. Media interested in covering the event must register at the link below by Friday, September 25 at 5:00 p.m. ET to be considered for credentials.
CREDENTIAL REQUESTS ON RACE DAY WILL NOT BE APPROVED. Media who arrive on the day of the race without proper registration will not be provided credentials or access to race venues.
Please visit www.ironman.com/about/press-info/credential-requests to apply for credentials.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026
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12 p.m. – 5 p.m. IRONMAN Village/Athlete check-in
Friday, Sept. 25, 2026
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9 a.m. – 5 p.m. IRONMAN Village/Athlete check-in
Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026
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8 a.m. IRONMAN Shake Out Run start
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9 a.m. IRONKIDS Chattanooga Fun Run start
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9 a.m. – 3 p.m. IRONMAN Village
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2 p.m. Opening Ceremony
Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
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7:30 a.m. 2026 IRONMAN Chattanooga race start
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10 a.m. – 7 p.m. IRONMAN Village
Monday, Sept. 28, 2026
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7 a.m. – 12 p.m. IRONMAN Village
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9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Celebration Breakfast
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9:30 a.m. Awards Ceremony
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6 p.m. Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
View the full schedule here.
WHERE: IRONMAN Village Location: Ross’s Landing
200 Riverfront Parkway, Chattanooga, TN 37402
EVENT DETAILS:
RACE ROUTE: Athletes will swim 2.4 miles down the Tennessee River, bike a 116-mile course along US-27, and run 26.2 miles through downtown Chattanooga neighborhoods and the Tennessee Riverwalk to finish at Ross’s Landing. View the course here.
SPECTATOR OPPORTUNITIES: IRONMAN Chattanooga offers numerous designated spectator zones along the course. Spectators can enhance their experience by utilizing the IRONMAN Athlete Tracker App, available for download on iOS and Android platforms.
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About Chattanooga Tourism Co.
Chattanooga Tourism Co. is the official destination marketing organization for Hamilton County, dedicated to sustainably increasing visitation and connecting guests with authentic Chattanooga experiences. The organization strengthens the local economy and enriches the community by establishing Chattanooga as a premier destination for meetings, conventions, events, and leisure travel. Hamilton County welcomes more than 11.5 million visitors annually, who generate an economic impact of $1.9 billion. This visitor spending contributes $193 million in local and state tax revenue, saving each resident household $1,251 in taxes and supporting more than 30,000 jobs. VisitChattanooga.com
About The IRONMAN Group
The IRONMAN Group is the world’s largest operator of participation sports with a portfolio of brands, events, media, partners, merchandise, and digital platforms operating in over 50 countries worldwide. A global portfolio consisting of hundreds of events includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series, 5150® Triathlon Series, IRONKIDS®, premier running events including the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series and City2Surf®, the UTMB® World Series of trail running, the Epic Series™ of mountain biking including the Absa Cape Epic®, and a collection of road cycling and other multisport races. Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN® brand and its first event in 1978, millions of athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines around the world. From its beginnings as a single race among friends in Hawai’i, The IRONMAN Group has become a global sensation and collection of high-growth lifestyle brands that inspire people to unlock their potential in life. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about/ironman-group.
Ryan Lobato
Manager, Communications
