Please see attached document for all host requirements and Proposal Bid Questions which should be included in official bid. If you have any questions, please message me on Playeasy or send me an email- brian.damico@usatriathlon.org

USA Triathlon invites potential host organizations to bid on hosting the Multisport National Championships Festival in 2026 and beyond with the goal of being in a city for 2 years and then returning to the same city, 6-8 years later.  

The comprehensive host requirements are contained here in. The local organizing committee (LOC) chosen as host is responsible for creating and fostering relationships, guidance on permits, recruitment of volunteers, and overall support. It is important to not that USA Triathlon will operate the event with their team of staff members.  

This event will welcome over 7,000 visitors (3,000 athletes and over 4,500 spectators based on historical numbers) from all fifty states for four days of multisport racing. The economic impact of bringing this event to your community will be significant based on average household income of athletes, family, and friends that travel alongside those competing and overnight hotel stays. 

USA Triathlon Multisport National Championships Festival 2026+ Beyond 

USA Triathlon is proud to serve as the National Governing Body for triathlon, as well as duathlon, aquathlon, aquabike, winter triathlon, off-road triathlon and paratriathlon in the United States. Founded in 1982, USA Triathlon sanctions more than 4,300 events and connects with more than 400,000 members each year, making it the largest multisport organization in the world. In addition to its work at the grassroots level with athletes, coaches, and race directors — as well as the USA Triathlon Foundation — USA Triathlon provides leadership and support to elite athletes competing at international events, including World Triathlon World Championships, Pan American Games and the Olympic and Paralympic Games. USA Triathlon is a proud member of World Triathlon and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC).

USA Triathlon Multisport National Championships Festival 2026+ Beyond

All Ages Multi Sport Championship