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CORONATION PARK · EDMONTON, ALBERTA

THE RETURN OF

CORONATION TRIATHLON
A LEGENDARY EDMONTON RACE · PROPOSED MAY 30, 2027

Swim. Bike. Run. A city tradition returns.

Sunday, May 30, 2027 · Edmonton, Alberta

After its last edition in 2019, one of Alberta’s longest-running triathlons is making a comeback. Join us as we bring this classic race back to the starting line.

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A celebrated Edmonton triathlon tradition

THE RACE.
THE HISTORY.
THE COMEBACK.

From first-time triathletes to experienced competitors and young athletes, Coronation Triathlon has brought Edmonton’s multisport community together for decades. The 2019 event celebrated its 35th edition—and we are exploring its return in 2027.

The Coronation Triathlon returns to the Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre, featuring a pool swim, an exhilarating bike course along closed Groat Road, and a challenging run that descends into Edmonton’s scenic river valley before climbing back to the finish.

Three disciplines. One iconic Edmonton course. The return of a classic.

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36TH

EDITION

MAY 30, 2027

THE  RETURN

EDMONTON

CORONATION PARK

ALL AGES

HISTORIC YOUTH + ADULT EVENTS

TRI 2027

A CLASSIC RACE.
CHALLENGES FOR EVERY ATHLETE.

Standard Triathlon

1,000 m swim · 26 km bike · 8 km run

The signature swim–bike–run course through the Coronation / Groat Road area.

Tri It Triathlon

500 m swim · 13 km bike · 4 km run

A shorter historical option for athletes discovering the sport.

Standard Duathlon

8 km run · 26 km bike · 4 km run

A run–bike–run option for competitors who prefer to stay on land.

Relay Teams

Standard · Duathlon · Tri It

Share the challenge with teammates. Relay categories were available at the 2018 race.

A city-centre classic

POOL SWIM.
CITY CYCLING.
RIVER VALLEY RUN.

Swim · Peter Hemingway Pool

The race uses the 50 m Peter Hemingway pool, with rolling lane starts. Swim options included 1,000 m Standard and 500 m Tri It.

2027 SWIM DETAILS PENDING

Bike · Groat Road

The route travels from the Coronation pool via 135 Street and 111 Avenue to Groat Road, down to the River Valley Road interchange, and returned north. The loop is about 6.5 km. 

HISTORIC COURSE INFO

Run · MacKinnon Ravine

The  run heads south on Groat Road and toward the MacKinnon Ravine paved trails. The Standard is 8 km, with shorter turnarounds for Tri It and Duathlon.

COURSE APPROVALS PENDING
2027 launch and registration

HELP BRING IT BACK.

2027 registration has not been announced. MultiSportsCanada is reviewing municipal permits, facility access, traffic management, race-day staffing and financial feasibility. The proposed race date is Sunday, May 30, 2027, subject to approval. A go/no-go decision is targeted for March 1, 2027.

Below is a historical reference and a status guide—not a published fee schedule or invitation to pay.

2027 REGISTRATION

Planning item

2018 precedent

2027 proposal

Current status

Next step

Standard Triathlon

Standard: 1k / 26k / 8k

Adult swim / bike / run

Under review

Confirm course & capacity

Tri It Triathlon

Tri It: 500m / 13k / 4k

Entry-level race

Under review

Confirm course & cutoff

Duathlon / Relay

Duathlon + team options

Possible additional categories

Under review

Confirm logistics & insurance

REGISTER NOW
Race weekend schedule · to be confirmed

THE COMEBACK STARTS HERE.

The schedule below describes the 2018 event format for planning context. It is not the 2027 timetable. We will confirm package pickup, transition access, swim starts, youth races and venue arrangements if the relaunch is approved.

Before race day · planning

Historically: Athlete package pickup took place at United Cycle on Friday and Saturday; a pre-race information session and optional bike check were offered. These services and locations are not yet arranged for 2027.

Proposed 2027: Confirm venue access and transition setup the afternoon before the race, facility teardown requirements, flagger staffing and traffic management. Details will be posted when agreements are in place.

Race day · historic timetable

2018 reference: Transition opened at 5:45 AM, adult starts began around 7:00 AM and Kids of Steel around 11:30 AM. The course was scheduled to close at 1:00 PM.

2027: Start waves, briefing, cutoff times and transition hours are all to be confirmed.

Answers for returning and new athletes

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW.

Not yet. MultiSportsCanada is evaluating a proposed return on Sunday, May 30, 2027. Facility arrangements, municipal approvals, route design and financial feasibility must be resolved. The target go/no-go date is March 1, 2027.

The proposed host area is Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre, including the Peter Hemingway Aquatic Centre in Edmonton. The historic start and transition were at Peter Hemingway. Final venue layout and access are awaiting confirmation.

The 2018 race offered Standard (1,000m / 26km / 8km), Tri It (500m / 13km / 4km), a Duathlon, relay categories, youth/junior racing and Kids of Steel. These are reference distances only; 2027 formats and routes are not finalized.

The 2018 bike loop used 135 Street, 111 Avenue and Groat Road, with a turnaround near River Valley Road. A 2027 course would require renewed municipal road closure and traffic management approvals; no route is confirmed.

Both Kids of Steel and relay categories featured in the 2018 program. Their return is being considered, subject to age-group rules, course safety, volunteer capacity and insurance approval.

Athletes should plan for a valid Triathlon Alberta annual or one-event membership, or other eligible provincial membership under current sanctioning rules. The 2027 conditions and costs will be confirmed before opening registration. Membership confirmation may be required at least 72 hours before the event.

Registration is not yet open and no 2027 entry fees have been set. MultiSportsCanada is reviewing fixed costs and the possibility of a Founders Club / early launch period. The historical 2018 fee table must not be used as 2027 pricing.

If the race goes ahead, published registration terms will describe event cancellation, insurance, weather / air quality, withdrawal and transfer rules. No payment should be requested until the event and all terms are approved.

The 2018 Coronation Triathlon supported KidSport Edmonton with optional fundraising and incentives. No charitable partnership or fundraising incentives are confirmed for 2027.

Community members, volunteers, sponsors and prospective athletes can contact MultiSportsCanada to express interest. Partner support and registration interest will help inform a financially responsible relaunch.

A tradition worth reviving

RACE FOR THE COMMUNITY.

In 2018, the Coronation Triathlon partnered with KidSport Edmonton to help remove financial barriers to youth participation in sport. Participants could donate or create fundraising pages, with historical incentives for fundraising milestones.

2027 opportunity: Reconnect community participation, family-friendly racing and local sport. No charity partner, donation program or fundraising incentive has yet been confirmed for the proposed return.

Rebuild a sporting tradition

Support the next chapter of Coronation Triathlon:

1. Express interest as an athlete or team.
2. Ask about sponsorship or partnership opportunities.
3. Volunteer to help make the event possible.
4. Share memories and photos from past editions.

DISCUSS COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
Volunteers, partners and city support

HELP MAKE THE RETURN POSSIBLE.

Bringing Coronation Triathlon back depends on venue partners, road closure approvals, volunteers, traffic flaggers and community sponsors. If you can lend a hand, provide support or help reconnect former athletes, we would love to hear from you.

CONTACT THE EVENT TEAM
VOLUNTEER TODAY
BE PART OF THE COMEBACK.
The return of a classic

EDMONTON. ARE YOU READY?

A race with decades of history deserves a memorable comeback. Follow MultiSportsCanada as we work toward the proposed 2027 return of Coronation Triathlon—and help us bring swim, bike and run back to Coronation Park.

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CORONATION TRIATHLON

The Return of Coronation Triathlon · A proposed 2027 MultiSportsCanada event

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Planning draft · November 2026. Based on archived 2018 event information and the proposed 2027 relaunch. Date, courses, fees, venue, sponsors and schedule remain subject to confirmation.