2 triathlon events in Albuquerque, New Mexico

We're back for 2026!

Kids Race Saturday, April 18, 8 am start time, will run in waves

Adults Race Sunday, April 19, 8 am start time

We're doing things a little different this year, however. With all of the construction on campus, we're not sure if and when the roads will be ready, and we don't know what condition they'll be in. We've been waiting for an update, but since we need to get registration started, we've decided to have an AQUATHON for 2026! We've decided to have the Kids race an AQUATHON as well. Since it will be April, and weather could be a factor, we will continue our "reverse" order (run, then swim). The adult run course will be shorter, but the swim will be the same. We're keeping the athena, clydesdale and team categories.

• All course maps updated and posted on Course Map page

• Adult course: 2 mile run (1 lap, new course), 400 m swim (8 lengths).

• Finishers medals for ALL participants! Brought to us by our faithful participants The Ellers!

Age group awards!

• 12 week training program available with an optional pre/post program physical fitness evaluation through the UNM Exercise Physiology Lab

• Registration COMING SOON

Please note that there are separate registrations for the Race, the Training Program and the optional physical fitness evaluation.

Run is around the University of New Mexico (UNM) Campus (Redondo), followed by swimming in the UNM Seidler Natatorium.

All proceeds benefit the UNM Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences (HESS) Youth Camp and Graduate Student Travel. No refunds. Unclaimed entries will be considered donations. Improper usage of the UNM Staff & Faculty, or UNM/CNM student pricing will result in reservation cancelation without refund.

Races and Training Program offered at Johnson Field on the University of New Mexico campus in Albuquerque, NM.

T-Shirts not guaranteed after February 14

All proceeds benefit the UNM Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences (HESS) Youth Camp and Graduate Student Travel. No refunds. Unclaimed entries will be considered donations. Improper usage of the UNM Staff & Faculty, or UNM/CNM student pricing will result in reservation cancelation without refund. UNM Staff & Faculty registrations will be processed via tuition remission.

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Event Description

Trio Rio Triathlon

May 30 | Albuquerque, NM

Presented by the City of Albuquerque Parks & Recreation Department

About

Kick off summer at the Trio Rio Triathlon, a fast, fun, and beginner-friendly reverse triathlon set in the heart of Albuquerque!

Taking place at the beautiful Rio Grande Outdoor Pool, this USAT-sanctioned event flips the traditional format: athletes will start with the run, transition to the bike, and finish strong in the pool. In addition to an individual race, a 2-3 relay will be offered.

Race Distances

· 5K Run

· 20K Bike

· 200y Swim

Whether you’re a seasoned triathlete sharpening your early-season fitness or a first-timer ready to take on a new challenge, Trio Rio offers the perfect mix of competition and community spirit.

What You’ll Receive:

· High-quality technical race shirt

· Official swim cap

· Professionally chip-timed results

· USAT-sanctioned race experience

· Safe, well-organized course

With professional timing and accurate results, you’ll know exactly how your effort stacks up, and the reverse format makes it especially approachable, finishing your race cooling off with a strong swim in the pool.

Mark your calendar for May 30 and join us for a high-energy morning of racing, camaraderie, and celebration.

Race day details coming soon, stay tuned!