Wollongong Triathlon Festival is returning in 2024, bigger and better than ever, with something for everyone from elites to novices, runners and spectators across two days of sporting action.

Wollongong Harbour and Lang Park precinct will come to life across 20-21 April, with thousands of athletes and spectators to flood the shores.

The festival is organised by Elite Energy Events, which also hosts the event annually, however this year there are some exciting new additions thanks to Kembla Joggers, Wollongong Track Club, AusTriathlon and World Triathlon.

Kembla Joggers’ famous fun runs ‘Fitness 5’ and ‘Kerryn McCann 10’ form part of the triathlon festival in 2024, racing on Saturday 21st April alongside a newly added 2km distance for the little ones or for those after something more casual. In addition, this year’s festival sees the introduction of Wollongong Ocean Swims, hosting a 400m, 1km & 2km distance directed by ‘MMJ Aquathon’ owner Robert Battocchio.

Elite Energy Events CEO Mark (Emo) Emerton said: “We are excited to welcome fun runs and ocean swims as standalone events within the festival. Families have always enjoyed our wellbeing hub and TriKidz events, however it’s wonderful to have additional options for everyone to enjoy regardless of their age or capability.”

2024 marks the beginning of an exciting three-year deal for triathlon in Wollongong, as World Elites flock to the city for the Triathlon World Cup. Around 200 international athletes will race a Sprint distance triathlon along Wollongong’s foreshore on Saturday 21st, following the Australian Championships for Junior Mens & Womens Sprint, and Para & Intellectual Impairment athletes.

Following Saturday’s jam-packed schedule for runners, swimmers and spectators, the annual Peoplecare Triathlon will take place on 21 April with a swim, bike and run challenge for athletes of all levels. The weekend’s events promise to unite fitness enthusiasts, eager novices, thrill-seekers, and families alike in a celebration of health, wellness & community spirit.

Wollongong City Lord Mayor Councillor Gordon Bradbery AM said the council was pleased to have hosted the triathlon festival in the city for more than 12 years and was excited to see it grow into an international event attracting some of the world’s most elite triathletes to Wollongong.

“Whether you’re a participant or a supporter, events like this are important as they provide an opportunity to demonstrate the importance of exercise, movement and being in the outdoors on everyone’s wellbeing,’’ he said.

“We often talk about Wollongong being a liveable city. What makes it this is our access to outdoor spaces for sport and recreation, great events to get involved in whether as a participant or from the sidelines and having access to international events like this on our doorstep.

“I’d encourage everyone to note the dates of the upcoming triathlon in their diary and make sure they find the time over the weekend to pop down to Wollongong’s foreshore to soak up the fun and action of this terrific event.’’

Whether you're an ocean swimmer, seasoned runner, casual jogger, triathlete (or want-to-be), Peoplecare Triathlon Festival will have something for everyone! And if you’re more of a cheerleader than a racer, make sure to bring the family down to watch on as world elites race the shores on Saturday 20 April.

Wollongong Triathlon Festival isn’t just about the sport; it’s about providing a welcome space for people of all ages and abilities to have a crack and bask in a sense of community. Parties involved are excited to see local sporting and events organisers band together to create a uniquely inclusive and world-class event for Wollongong.

For more information on the weekend’s events, click here.

Wollongong Triathlon Festival is proudly supported by Peoplecare Health Insurance, Wollongong City Council, Destination NSW and Destination Wollongong.