Cochrane could host 2026 Ironman 70.3 Calgary if council approves

Cochrane Could Host 2026 Ironman 70.3 Calgary

Cochrane may become the new location for the 2026 Ironman 70.3 Calgary triathlon if the town council approves the proposal. Platinum Racing Events, the organizers of Ironman 70.3 Calgary, suggested relocating the event after Harmony Park became unavailable due to construction.

Event Details and Schedule

The two-day triathlon is planned for July 25–26, 2026, with setup starting on July 24. The event, in its 17th year, typically draws about 1,100 athletes from up to 26 countries, plus over 500 spectators and 300 volunteers, according to organizers.

Participants and Course

Approximately 40% of participants are expected to travel more than 300 kilometres to compete.
Last year’s event attracted competitors from 16 countries.

If the relocation is approved, the race route will include:

A 1.9-kilometre swim at Ghost Lake
A 90-kilometre cycling segment on rural roads north of Cochrane
A 21.1-kilometre run along Cochrane’s pathway network and river corridor

There will also be a relay option for two or three participants.

Additional Activities

A Kids Fun Run
Vendor booths
Athlete package pickup on July 24–25

The main race is scheduled for July 26, with the Historic Cochrane Ranche proposed as the event’s headquarters.

"The event would draw roughly 1,100 athletes from up to 26 countries, along with more than 500 spectators and 300 volunteers," organizers say.

Author’s summary: Hosting the 2026 Ironman 70.3 in Cochrane could bring international athletes and community engagement, marking a significant event for the town if approved.

CochraneNow — 2025-11-06