Upington Summer Triathlon 2026

South Africa flag Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa

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Upington Summer Triathlon 2026 www.entryninja.com
Date 31 Oct, 2026
Races 7 distances
Entry fee $8.96 – $20.92
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Upington Summer Triathlon 2026

About the event

The Upington Summer Triathlon, powered by Upington Volkswagen, is set to bring excitement and fun back to the banks of the Orange River on October 31, 2026. This unique event offers something for everyone, with options ranging from individual participation in standard or half distances to family-friendly kiddies races starting at 9:45 am. The triathlon takes place amidst picturesque vineyards and under a clear South African sky, making it an unforgettable experience.
Participants will enjoy the camaraderie of fellow competitors as they tackle swimming in the cool river waters, biking through scenic countryside trails, and running along vibrant streets lined with cheering spectators. For those looking to extend their stay, Waterfront Guest House offers convenient accommodation right next to the venue.
The day culminates not only with thrilling competition but also a lively atmosphere filled with braaivleis, cold beer, and colorful merchandise available for purchase. Early registrants can secure one of the limited goodie bags by paying in advance; unpaid entries will be removed after seven days. Make sure to join the WhatsApp group at https://chat.whatsapp.com/JDgeaKU53aXAo49cJ3ntPP to stay updated on all race details and registration information.
With its family-oriented approach, high-quality merchandise, and picturesque setting, this triathlon promises a memorable day for athletes of all ages. Don't miss out on the adventure in Upington!

Races offered

31Oct

UST Challenge Individual

Multisports

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UST Challenge Individual
Status
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Entry fee
$20.92
31Oct

UST Challenge Teams Relay

Multisports

Distance
UST Challenge Teams Relay
Status
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Entry fee
$17.93
31Oct

UST Half Individual

Multisports

Distance
UST Half Individual
Status
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Entry fee
$17.93
31Oct

UST Half Teams Relay

Multisports

Distance
UST Half Teams Relay
Status
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Entry fee
$14.94
31Oct

UST Junior Individual

Multisports

Distance
UST Junior Individual
Status
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Entry fee
$14.94
31Oct

UST Junior Teams Relay

Multisports

Distance
UST Junior Teams Relay
Status
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Entry fee
$11.95
31Oct

UST Kiddies

Multisports

Distance
UST Kiddies
Status
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Entry fee
$8.96

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for October in Upington.

Temperature15.3° / 31.2°
Feels like11.6° / 26.3°
Sunshine hours11h 47m
Rainfall0.2 mm
Snowfall—
Wind13.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity27.2%
Max UV indexModerate (4.8)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsHard and dry surface
Sunrise05:57
Sunset18:43

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