Event Overview
The Busselton Festival of Triathlon runs in Busselton, Western Australia, across 1–3 May 2026, with racing centred on Barnard Park. The weekend includes multiple triathlon and multisport formats, from the kids-focused Busselton 5 through to the Busselton 100, plus Aquabike and a Duathlon 100. Busselton 25 and Busselton 5 race on Saturday 2 May, with Busselton 50 and the longer formats scheduled for Sunday 3 May.
What the Course Demands
Across the festival, athletes should plan for open-water starts and sustained pacing on longer bike legs, with transitions playing a meaningful role due to the multi-event, high-traffic environment. The Busselton 100 and Aquabike pair a 2km swim with an 80km ride, while the 50 and 25 shorten the bike and run demands. The Duathlon 100 adds two separate run segments around the same 80km ride.
Who This Event Suits Best
This festival suits a broad range of athletes who prefer clear structure and well-defined distances, including juniors in the Busselton 5 and developing triathletes stepping into the 25 or 50. The Busselton 100, Aquabike and Duathlon 100 are better matched to experienced competitors who can manage longer continuous efforts and execute transitions and pacing consistently over the full morning of racing.
