Onion Man Triathlon
Date
Sun, May 17, 2026, 9:00 AM PDTRace options
5 distancesTap any distance below for fee tiers and close dates.
Quick take
This 32nd annual Olympic Distance triathlon in scenic Walla Walla welcomes both new triathletes and seasoned competitors for an early-season challenge.
Best for: runners who like a competitive edge
Race options
Distances & registration
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Other options
5 options · closes May 17, 2026, 5:00 AM PDT
7d 8h 49m left**Special Teams
Closes May 16, 2026, 11:59 AM PDT · From $107.00
Athena & Clydesdale
Closes May 16, 2026, 11:59 AM PDT · From $112.30
Individual - Olympic Age Group
Closes May 17, 2026, 5:00 AM PDT · From $112.30
Olympic Relay - 3 Person
Closes May 17, 2026, 5:00 AM PDT · From $268.75
Olympic Relay -2 Person
Closes May 17, 2026, 5:00 AM PDT · From $165.30
Race feel
- Scenic
- Competitive
Scenic
CompetitiveThe 32nd Annual Onion Man Triathlon in Walla Walla, WA, offers an accessible early-season Olympic Distance race for all levels. Whether you are a beginner seeking experience or an elite athlete looking for a competitive challenge, this grass roots event welcomes you. Enjoy a 1.5K lake swim, a 40K rolling bike course through scenic areas near the Blue Mountains, and an honest 10K run. Team competitors are also invited to join this low-key, affordable event.
What to expect
- * An Olympic Distance race featuring a 1.5K lake swim, 40K rolling bike, and 10K run.
- * Post-race meal, a custom water bottle, Hammer Fizz, and a free beer in a custom pint glass from Quirk Brewing.
- * A low-key, accessible event with a 300 participant cap, held under USA Triathlon sanctioning.
Standout details
- 32nd Annual Triathlon
- Olympic Distance race
- USA Triathlon Sanctioned
- Custom water bottle & pint glass
Perks & features
- Swag Included
Swag IncludedFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
Onion Man is a grass roots, affordable, low-key, early season event in beautiful Walla Walla meant to be accessible to all triathletes. This race is for beginners looking to gain experience to elite athletes looking for a competitive, challenging race.
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Onion Man is also open to team competitors. We wish all of you a safe race and encourage you to get out there and swim hard, ride strong, run fast and most of all, enjoy yourselves! * The race will have a 300 participant cap! Register early * The 32nd Annual Onion Man Triathlon will be held on SUNDAY, May 17, 2026. The Olympic Distance race held at the base of the Blue Mountains is a 1. 5K lake swim, 40K rolling bike, and an honest 10K run. BIKE COURSE: Will be the same as the 2025 bike course: Five Mile hill, down Russell Creek Road to Berney Drive and back with a short out and back extension on Scenic Loop Road, and back to Bennington Lake. Just like last year, the bike course will not go through the Walla Walla Community College and instead will continue straight on Tausick Way and turn right onto E. Isaacs Ave. In accordance with USAT rules, bar end plugs are required on all bikes. Registration includes a custom water bottle and tube of Hammer Fizz, a post race meal, and 1 free beer from Quirk Brewing in a custom pint glass. You may also add-on an additional post-race meal for $12 and/or a beer for non-participants for $5. No day of race registration and no wait list available if race fills. No refunds, transfers and no deferrals. Onion Man Triathlon race is a USA Triathlon Sanctioned event (Event ID #353769), if you are a USAT member you will need to enter your number on the registration page. If you are not a member you will need to click on one-day license. If you are a USAT member be ready to show your valid Membership Card at packet pick up. Everyone will need to show picture ID as well. Thank you and let's race !