America's Race - Leon's Triathlon. June 7, 2026

Honoring Our Heroes

A Tradition of Service, Community, and Respect

• Event Focus: Our triathlon and obstacle course races honor and support Military, Veterans, and First Responders—those who have given their best for our country.
• Legacy: For over 40 years, we’ve built strong relationships rooted in dignity, respect, and American values.
• Community Spirit: With a spirit of community and a commitment to continuous improvement, we proudly give back to those who serve.

Race Schedule

• Youth Race: Saturday, June 6 at 9:00 AM, non-timed event
• Olympic & Sprint Distances: Sunday, June 7, first wave starting at 8:00 AM

Packet Pickup

• Olympic & Sprint Distances: Saturday, June 6 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Youth Race Only: Saturday, June 6 at 8:00 AM
• Documentation: Please bring a valid photo ID and your USAT membership card, if applicable.

Detailed Schedule

Saturday, June 5th

• 8:00 AM: Canine triathlon event, pending canine registration
• 8:00 AM: Packet pick-up for youth triathlon ONLY
• 9:00 AM: Youth Triathlon RACE START
• 10:00 AM: Non-timed 5k walk/run, no registration

Additional Saturday Activities

• 10:00 AM: Packet pick-up begins for Olympic and Sprint race
• 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Optional prerace course talk
• 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Open water swim – all participants

Prerace Talks and Activities

• 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM: Dare2Tri / ParaTri 101 – prerace talk
• 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM: Dare2Tri open water swim (ONLY DARE2TRI PARTICIPANTS)
• 2:00 PM: Packet pick-up closes for Olympic and Sprint race

Sunday, June 6th

• 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM: Packet pick-up (if prearranged)
• 6:00 AM: Transition opens / Body Marking
• 6:15 AM: Military procession from Hammond hotel to Wolf Lake

Race Start Schedule

• 7:00 AM: Open Ceremony begins
• 7:00 AM: Parking lot by venue closes / road closures (public)
• 7:30 AM: Transition closes
• 8:00 AM: RACE START – National Championship Olympic

Additional Race Starts

• 8:05 AM: RACE START – Olympic Males
• 8:10 AM: RACE START – Olympic Females/All Oly Relays
• 8:30 AM: RACE START – Paratriathlon
• 8:45 AM: RACE START – National Championship Sprint

Final Events

• 8:50 AM: RACE START – Sprint Males
• 9:10 AM: RACE START – Sprint Females/All Sprint Relays
• 11:30 AM: Bike course clear, roads can reopen, parking lot by venue opens
• 11:30 AM: Awards ceremony

Important Note

RACE START waves subject to change.

Location and Registration

Join us on June 7, 2026, at 2324 Calumet Ave, Hammond, IN. For more information and to register, visit America's Race - Leon's Triathlon.