2 swimming events in Battle Creek, Michigan

We're back with The 2026 Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon! This is a sprint triathlon/duathlon that showcases the City of Battle Creek and its amenities. Willard Beach Park will be the site for this high quality multi sport event. There is a sprint distance triathlon and a sprint distance duathlon. Relay teams of all types are also encouraged to participate. Swim 500 meters, Bike 12.4 miles (20K), Run 3.1 miles (5K). This is one of the best courses around for a sprint distance triathlon, duathlon, or relay.

This year the Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon is offering both 2 and 3-person relays. Each team member will be able to register and pay individually as well, so no need to worry about who is footing the bill! Grab your fastest friends, your swim team teammates, and your cycling pals and put together a winning relay team!

Returning this year, ages 18 and under can participate in our "Super Sprint" option which consists of a 400 meter swim, 10K bike, and 3K run.

Each registration includes a t-shirt, finisher's medal, and post-race meal from our awesome food truck!

ABOUT THIS EVENT:

Hampton Aquatics proudly presents the 99th Goguac Lake Swim which will take place at Goguac Lake (Willard Beach). Participants will swim 1.15 miles in open water, with times being recorded for overall and age bracket winners. Proceeds from the event will go towards sponsorships for adaptive swimming.

LOCATION:

Goguac Lake: Capital Avenue SW at George “B”

Place Willard Beach, Battle Creek, MI US 49015

RACE TIMES:

• Packet Pickup - 6:45 am to 7:45 am @ Willard Beach

• 200 Yd Short Course - 8:00 am (Only for kids 16 years and under)

• 1.15 Mile - 8:30 am

• 750 M - 8:30 am

REGISTRATION:

• Early registration: By July 21, 2026 (shirt guaranteed)

• Online registration closes August 7, 2026 (11:59 pm)

• Late/Same Day Registrations will be allowed. $5.00 INCREASE PRICING FOR EACH

COST:

• 1.15 Mile Swim: $45

• 750M Swim: $35

• 200 Yard Short Course: $25

TEE SHIRTS:

To be guaranteed a T-Shirt, participants must register by July 21st (11:59 pm).