2026 - The PureKids Triathlon Series, Powered by Subway
About the Event
The 2026 - The PureKids Triathlon Series, Powered by Subway returns to Leamington, Ontario on August 9th. The event takes place at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Center in downtown Leamington. Race morning brings a comfortable temperature of around 21 degrees Celsius with moderate humidity and a light breeze that can make for slightly cooler conditions as the day progresses. This is the fourth year this race has been held, attracting hundreds of local participants each time it runs. It supports the PureKids charity which provides scholarships to underprivileged children in Leamington, making every racer’s effort count towards something meaningful locally. The course offers a variety of distances for different age groups:
PureKids (5 & Under) Tri 100m • Start: 09:00:00 • Fee: CA$56.20
PureKids 10-11 Start: 09:00:00 • Fee: CA$56.20
PureKids 12-13 Start: 09:00:00 • Fee: CA$61.59
PureKids 14-15 Start: 09:00:00 • Fee: CA$61.59
PureKids 8-9 Start: 09:00:00 • Fee: CA$56.20
PureKids Tri 6-7 Start: 09:00:00 • Fee: CA$56.20
Starting from Sherk Street and winding through the streets of Leamington, racers will face diverse terrains on both their bike and run portions. The swim takes place in an indoor pool at Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Center, ensuring safety regardless of weather conditions. The PureKids Triathlon Series offers a 100m race for kids aged five and under, followed by distances ranging from 6-7 years to 14-15 years with varying fees. Each athlete receives a medal, t-shirt, swim cap, and swag bag as part of the experience. Registration can be done online at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/115718/2026-the-purekids-triathlon-series-powered-by-subway by August 6th. The race day kit pickup will happen from 7-8:45 am on the morning of the event at 249 Sherk Street, Leamington, Ontario. Participants must be present and ready to race by 9:00 am. All necessary equipment is required including a properly fitted bicycle helmet or tricycle with training wheels for younger racers. Lifeguards will ensure safety during the swim portion of the event in the indoor pool. The typical weather on August mornings can feel like it's around 21 degrees Celsius, though humidity levels may make things slightly muggy as the day warms up a bit. Light winds might provide some relief from heat but could also slow down runners and cyclists depending on direction. This year’s PureKids Triathlon Series is more than just a race; it’s an opportunity to support local children while enjoying beautiful Leamington's summer weather with friends and family.
Races Offered
PureKids (5 & Under) Tri
Aug 09, 2026
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Distance —
12m Swim 1.6km Bike 500m Run
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Multisports
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09:00
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$56.20
PureKids 10-11
Aug 09, 2026
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Distance —
100m Swim 5km Bike 1.5km Run
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Type —
Multisports
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09:00
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$56.20
PureKids 12-13
Aug 09, 2026
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Distance —
150m Swim 7.5km Bike 2km Run
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Type —
Multisports
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09:00
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$61.59
PureKids 14-15
Aug 09, 2026
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Distance —
200m Swim 10km Bike 2km Run
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Type —
Multisports
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09:00
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$61.59
PureKids 8-9
Aug 09, 2026
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Distance —
50m Swim 2.5km Bike 1km Run
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Type —
Multisports
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09:00
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$56.20
PureKids Tri 6-7
Aug 09, 2026
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Distance —
25m Swim 1.6km Bike 500m Run
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Type —
Multisports
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09:00
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$56.20
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Leamington.
thermostatTemperature
17.5° / 25.1°
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16.9° / 25.1°
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Avg sunshine hours
11h 36m
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Avg rainfall
2.5 mm
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Avg snowfall
—
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Avg wind speed
12.4 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
High
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Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
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Max UV Index
High (7.0)
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Humidity
74.4%
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Sunrise
06:39
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Sunset
20:28
About Leamington
Learn more about the host city, Leamington.
Leamington is a municipality of about 30,000 people (2021) in Essex County, Ontario, and the southern-most city in Canada.
