2027 Spring Sprint Triathlon & San Diego Tri Series 5K 2027
- Date
- Sunday, May 2, 2027
- Start time
- 6:45 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Entry fee
- From $34 · goes up to $105 on Nov 28, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquabike (Swim/Bike) - Sprint | – | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $99$105 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
| Aquathlon (Swim-Run) - Sprint | – | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $99$105 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
| Duathlon - 1 Mile Run-10 Mile Bike-5K Run | 10 Mile | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $149$157 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
| Duathlon-Duo Racer (Challenged Only) | – | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $149$157 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
| Itsy Bitsy Triathlon (Ages 7-10) | – | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $60$63 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
| Mini Sprint (Ages 11+) | – | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $104$110 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
| SD Tri Series 5K Run | 5K | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $34$37 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
| Triathlon-International | – | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $241$255 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
| Triathlon Relay - Sprint (For 2 or 3 Members) | Relay | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $261$275 after Nov 21, 2026 | – |
| Triathlon-Sprint | – | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $149$157 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
| Triathlon-Sprint - Duo Racer (Challenged Only) | – | May 2, 20276:45 AM | $149$157 after Nov 28, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Aquabike (Swim/Bike) - Sprint fee goes up to $105 on Nov 28, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Aquabike (Swim/Bike) - Sprint and Aquathlon (Swim-Run) - Sprint: $99 until Nov 28, then $105 until Jan 9, then $110 until Feb 20, then $115 until Mar 20, then $121 until Apr 17, then $126 until May 1, then $136 until May 2.
- Duathlon - 1 Mile Run-10 Mile Bike-5K Run and Duathlon-Duo Racer (Challenged Only): $149 until Nov 28, then $157 until Jan 9, then $165 until Feb 20, then $173 until Mar 20, then $181 until Apr 17, then $189 until May 1, then $199 until May 2.
- Itsy Bitsy Triathlon (Ages 7-10): $60 until Nov 28, then $63 until Jan 9, then $66 until Feb 20, then $69 until Mar 20, then $72 until Apr 17, then $76 until May 1, then $86 until May 2.
- Mini Sprint (Ages 11+): $104 until Nov 28, then $110 until Jan 9, then $116 until Feb 20, then $121 until Mar 20, then $127 until Apr 17, then $132 until May 1, then $142 until May 2.
Online registration closes May 2, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $149, entry is about 148 percent above a typical 10-mile race in California, which costs $60 right now.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:01 AM, and the Aquabike (Swim/Bike) - Sprint starts at 6:45 AM. The start sits about 20 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
South Shores Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92109
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around May 2 the day usually runs from 56°F at dawn to 67°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 4% of days. Cold snaps dip to 52°F and hot years reach 70°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- South Shores Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92109Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 20 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10 Mile, Relay
- Editions
- 2027 (May 2, 2027)
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Quick answers
- When is 2027 Spring Sprint Triathlon & San Diego Tri Series 5K?
- Sunday, May 2, 2027, starting at 6:45 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $34 before processing fees, and rises to $105 on Nov 28, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes May 2, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $149, entry is about 148 percent above a typical 10-mile race in California, which costs $60 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10 Mile, Relay.
- Where does it start?
- South Shores Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92109.
From the organizers
🌟 International • Sprint • Mini Sprint 🌟 and Kids Races
🌟 Kick Off Your 2027 Tri Season at the XTERRA WETSUITS Spring Sprint! 🌟
🏆 First Race in the 2027 Triple Crown of Triathlon
Complete all 3 events in the same calendar year to earn the crown:
1️⃣ Spring Sprint
2️⃣ CVC San Diego Triathlon
3️⃣ Mission Bay Triathlon
💥 Race Distances for All Levels
Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or brand new to the sport, this is your race!
With a calm bay swim, flat bike, and fast run, it's the perfect early-season tune-up.
✅ Triathlon = Swim + Bike + Run
✅ Duathlon = Run + Bike + Run
✅ Aquabike = Swim + Bike