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When
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Where
6900 Delta, El Paso TX
Distance
5K
Typical weather
66–88°F · low rain risk
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2025
63–84°F
dry
2024
73–94°F
dry
2023
63–93°F
dry
2022
68–88°F
dry
2021
71–92°F
dry
2020
60–86°F
dry
2019
70–91°F
dry
2018
66–73°F
rain
2017
68–90°F
dry
2016
73–93°F
dry
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About this race
INTRODUCING, EAGLE KIDS SPLASH & DASH!
- Event Announcement: Eagle Kids Splash & Dash - Registration now open!
- Age Group: Designed for ages 6–13, this fast‑paced, confidence‑building race features a 100‑meter swim followed by a 1K run.
- Experience: It’s the perfect way for young athletes to challenge themselves, experience multisport racing, and feel the thrill of crossing the finish line under the lights.
- Focus: Our Eagle Kids Splash and Dash is all about fun, safety, and celebrating every child’s effort.
EAGLE IN THE SUN TRIATHLON
- Event Overview: El Paso's premier multisport event, Eagle in the Sun Triathlon has introduced thousands to their first triathlon.
- Anniversary: Now entering its 16th year, the race is a favorite for new and experienced athletes alike and welcomes relay teams in addition to individual competitors.
- Race Details: Eagle in the Sun Triathlon begins with a 400-meter swim in a 50-meter pool. Participants then ride on a mostly flat 12-mile out-and-back bike on the Border Highway and run 5K on the Playa Drain Trail.
- Participant Benefits: First 600 participants guaranteed to receive a moisture-wicking race shirt, athlete bag, water bottle and swim cap. All participants will receive post-race snacks and drinks, an interactive race day Expo, chip timing, and more! Finisher medals for all participants!
GET READY TO TRI!
- Race Date: Get ready, get set, be ready to Tri in 2026!
- Social Media: Make plans for the race, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for informative lead-up events and support on race day.
- Maps: For maps, go to https://www.eagleinthesuntriathlon.com/
IN-PERSON EVENTS:
- Categories: INDIVIDUAL - 400m swim - 12mi bike - 3mi run
- AQUABIKE: 400m swim - 12mi bike
- BIKE-RUN: 12mi bike - 3mi run
- RUN/WALK: 3mi run
- Relay Options: 3-Person Relay and 2-Person Relay
RACE INFO:
- SWAG: Participants will receive a race shirt, water bottle, finisher medal, run bibs and bike numbers, an athlete bag and more!
- PACKET PICKUP:
- FRIDAY, September 18th, 4pm - 7pm - Location El Paso Swim and Tennis Club (2510 N. Saint Vrain, EPTX 79902)
- SATURDAY, September 19th, 10am - 1pm - Location to be announced.
- Packet Requirements: Every athlete must pick up his or her own race packet. Packet pick-up will require photo proof of identity (driver’s license, passport, etc.) and USAT Membership Card.
For more details and registration, visit Eagle in the Sun Triathlon.
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