365d

24h

60m

60s

Sunday, August 16th,2026

Join us in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, for an unforgettable experience!

Enjoy warm Island hospitality and a thrilling race on a fast, flat, and scenic course. Several events also serve as world-qualifiers, giving athletes the chance to compete on the global stage. We can’t wait to welcome you!

ALL PARTPANTS REGISTERED will be to be eligible for Elves Falath Evo Tri Frame ($1700) donated by Knead A Brake!

Events

Triathlon

Duathlon

Multi-sport

Festival Information

SCHEDULE

Friday, August 14th

9:00 am until 5:00 pm race packet pickup (option #1) at Knead a Brake in Kensington

Saturday, August 15th

9:00 am until 2:00 pm race packet pickup (option #2) at Knead a Brake in Kensington
12:00 pm Knead a 5K Brake Fun Run:

Join us Saturday during kit pickup at Knead a Brake in Kensington for a fun, social 5K shakeout run to kick off your Trilobster weekend.

Whether you’re racing, supporting, or just in town for the vibes, everyone’s welcome. This is an easy-paced, no-pressure run designed to loosen the legs, calm the nerves, and connect with fellow athletes.

We’ll roll out together, keep it relaxed, and finish back at the shop for great coffee, fresh baking, and plenty of pre-race energy.

No timing, no stress—just good people and a great way to start the weekend. Heading out at 12 pm

3:00 pm until 4:00 pm race packet pickup Long Course Triathlon/Aquabike Only at the Loyalist Country Inn (195 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside PE C1N 5R1)
4:00 pm Mandatory Long Course Triathlon/Aquabike safety briefing at the Loyalist Country Inn (195 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside PE C1N 5R1)
6:00 pm until 8:00 pm race packet pickup (option #3) at the Loyalist Country Inn (195 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside PE C1N 5R1)

Sunday, August 16th

5:00 am until 10:30 am race packet pickup (option #4) at the Loyalist Country Inn (195 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside PE C1N 5R1)
5:00 am Long Course Triathlon/Aquabike race packet pickup at the Loyalist, and transition opens
6:00 am Sprint Draft Legal Triathlon/Duathlon race packet pickup at the Loyalist, and transition opens
6:15 am Race start: Long Course Triathlon/Aquabike
6:30 am Wetsuit call
7:15 am Race briefing: Sprint Draft Legal Triathlon/Duathlon
7:30 am Race start: Sprint Draft Legal Triathlon/Duathlon
7:35 am Standard Triathlon/Duathlon/Aquabike race packet pickup at the Loyalist, and transition opens
8:30 am Race briefing: Standard Triathlon/Duathlon/Aquabike
8:45 am Race start: Standard Triathlon/Duathlon/Aquabike
8:50 am Sprint Non Draft Triathlon/Duathlon, Aquathlon, and Relay race packet pickup at the Loyalist, and transition opens
9:45 am Race briefing: Sprint Non-Draft Triathlon/Duathlon, Aquathlon, and Relay
10:00 am Race start: Sprint Non-Draft Triathlon/Duathlon, Aquathlon, and Relay
10:00 am Super Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon race packet pickup at the Loyalist, and transition opens
10:50 am Race briefing: Super Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon
11:00 am Race start: Super Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon

LOCATION AND PARKING

The TriLobster Festival transition will be located on the waterfront across the street from the Loyalist Hotel. 195 Heather Moyse Dr. Summerside, PE C1N 5R1.

There will be designated athlete parking found across the street from the transition area in the Reactive Health parking area, 243 Heather Moyse Dr. Summerside PE, C1N 5R1 and at R&S Frenchy’s, 255 Heather Moyse Drive, PE C1N 5P1.

ROAD CLOSURES

Road from Heather Moyse Dr. and Water St. to just before the Ultramar (2km mark) will be closed for the Sprint Draft legal from 7:00 am-9:30 am
Road from Heather Moyse Dr. and Water St. to Water St. and First St. will be closed from 6:00 am until 1:30 pm (1 km section of course)
All other sections of the course are open to traffic

WASHROOMS

Washrooms are available at the Loyalist Hotel across the street from the transition area
Porta-potty in the west end of the transition area
Porta-potty located on run course (344 Water St.)
Porta-potty at the 10km mark of the bike course

FINISH AREA DETAILS

Coming soon!

TIMING

Timing is provided by Atlantic Chip Timing.

EVENT RULES

The 2025/2026 Provincial Competition Rules will be in effect. If you have any questions about the rules please contact us.

AID STATIONS

Water stop at 1.25km run turnaround
Water stop at 2.5km run turnaround
Water stop at 5km run turnaround
Aid station located in transition area
Water stop at 10km bike turnaround
Firetruck at Y intersection for PE-11 and PE-12 on bike course

HOTELS

Quality Inn and Suites

618 Water St E, Summerside, PE C1N 2V5

902-970-5725

The Loyalist Country Inn and Conference Centre

195 Heather Moyse Dr, Summerside, PE C1N 5R1

902-436-333

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Summerside

515 Notre Dame St, Summerside, PE C1N 1T2

(902) 918-0410

Event Maps

Please Note Course Details are subject to change!

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World Qualifier Information

World Qualifier (WQ) spots are awarded to athletes who finish within the available number of qualification spots. Unclaimed spots will be rolled down to athletes who have completed a Triathlon Canada EOI (Expression of Interest).

Athletes who earn these spots are eligible to compete in the 2027 Multisport World Championships in Edmonton, Alberta (July 16–25, 2027) or the 2027 Triathlon World Championships in Hamburg, Germany (September 8–12, 2027).

World Qualifier Events:

Neil Robertson Standard Triathlon Memorial Race (2 Spots)
Long Course Triathlon (3 Spots) *UPDATED 2026-05-05*
Standard Duathlon (2 Spots)
Sprint Triathlon (1 Spot)
Sprint draft-legal Duathlon (2 Spots)
Long Course Aquabike (3 Spots) *UPDATED 2026-06-04*
Aquathlon (1 Spot)

Attention: Athletes MUST fill out a Triathlon Canada EOI before August 16th

The EOI Form will be released by Triathlon Canada 3 weeks before August 16th

Help Make Race Day Happen

Volunteer

Earn a discount towards a future TriPEI Event

Students gain hours for Community Service Bursary

Be part of the action!

Email us at TriLobsterpei@gmail.com to learn more!

Eligibility of Bicycles

Bike Rules

The rules that apply to bikes, wheels, helmets, handlebars, etc., are different for draft legal and non-drafting races.

For non-drafting races, refer to section 5.2 of the Triathlon PEI 2025 Provincial Competition Rules for Age Group and U19 Non-Drafting Events.

For draft legal races, refer to the World Triathlon 2025 Competition Rules, Section 5.2.

SUMMARY OF EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES

In general, in a non-drafting race, the bike can have aero bars and disc wheels (if the conditions allow).

In a draft legal race, the bike must have traditional drop bars and wheels with a minimum of 12 spokes. Disc wheels, aero bars, clip-on aero bars, or short aero bars are forbidden.

SUMMARY OF EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES

Non-traditional or unusual bikes or equipment will not be allowed without prior permission from the Technical Delegate or Head Referee of the race.

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?

Email triathlonpei@gmail.com, and we will assist you

The majority of the bike course for all the bike events (except the Sprint Draft Legal Triathlon and Duathlon) takes place on open road. You are responsible for your safety.

As usual, please ride with caution!