2027 Morro Bay Triathlon & 5K
- Date
- Sunday, November 7, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Morro Bay, California
- Entry fee
- From $130 · goes up to $170 on Dec 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic | Olympic TriathlonSwim 1,500 m · Bike 24.9 mi · Run 6.2 miOpen water swim | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $180$220 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Olympic, Kayak | –Bike 24.9 mi · Run 6.2 mi | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $180$220 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Olympic, Relay, Kayak | –Bike 24.9 mi · Run 6.2 miRelay or team | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $220$260 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Olympic, Relay, Stand Up Paddle (SUP) | –Bike 24.9 mi · Run 6.2 miRelay or team | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $220$260 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Olympic Relay Team | Olympic TriathlonSwim 1,500 m · Bike 24.9 mi · Run 6.2 miRelay or teamOpen water swim | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $220$260 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Olympic, Stand Up Paddle (SUP) | –Bike 24.9 mi · Run 6.2 mi | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $180$220 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Sprint | Sprint TriathlonSwim 750 m · Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 miOpen water swim | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $130$170 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Sprint, Kayak | –Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 mi | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $130$170 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Sprint, Relay, Kayak | –Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 miRelay or team | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $170$210 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Sprint, Relay, Stand Up Paddle (SUP) | –Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 miRelay or team | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $170$210 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Sprint Relay Team | Sprint TriathlonSwim 750 m · Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 miRelay or teamOpen water swim | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $170$210 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| Sprint, Stand Up Paddle (SUP) | –Bike 12.4 mi · Run 3.1 mi | Nov 7, 20278:00 AM | $130$170 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
| 5k Run | 5K | Nov 7, 20279:00 AM | $40$50 after Dec 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Olympic and Olympic, Kayak and Olympic, Stand Up Paddle (SUP): $180 until Dec 1, then $220 until Jan 2, then $230 until Jun 1, then $240 until Jul 5, then $250 until Sep 7, then $260 until Oct 31, then $270 until Nov 8.
- Olympic, Relay, Kayak and Olympic, Relay, Stand Up Paddle (SUP) and Olympic Relay Team: $220 until Dec 1, then $260 until Jan 2, then $270 until Jun 1, then $280 until Jul 5, then $290 until Sep 7, then $300 until Oct 31, then $310 until Nov 8.
- Sprint and Sprint, Kayak and Sprint, Stand Up Paddle (SUP): $130 until Dec 1, then $170 until Jan 2, then $180 until Jun 1, then $190 until Jul 5, then $200 until Sep 7, then $210 until Oct 31, then $220 until Nov 8.
- Sprint, Relay, Kayak and Sprint, Relay, Stand Up Paddle (SUP) and Sprint Relay Team: $170 until Dec 1, then $210 until Jan 2, then $220 until Jun 1, then $230 until Jul 5, then $240 until Sep 7, then $250 until Oct 31, then $260 until Nov 8.
Online registration closes Nov 8, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($40).
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:29 AM, and the Olympic starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 580 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
101 Coleman Dr., Morro Bay, CA 93442
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 7 the day usually runs from 45°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 10% of days. Cold snaps dip to 39°F and hot years reach 78°F.
Based on 70 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 101 Coleman Dr., Morro Bay, CA 93442Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 580 feet
- Included with entry
- MBTri T-Shirt
- Distances
- Sprint Triathlon, Olympic Triathlon, 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (Nov 7, 2027), 2026 (Nov 1, 2026), 2025 (Nov 2, 2025), 2024 (Nov 3, 2024), 2023 (Nov 5, 2023), 2022 (Nov 6, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is 2027 Morro Bay Triathlon & 5K?
- Sunday, November 7, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $130 before processing fees, and rises to $170 on Dec 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 8, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($40).
- Do athletes get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances are offered?
- Sprint Triathlon, Olympic Triathlon, 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 101 Coleman Dr., Morro Bay, CA 93442.
From the organizers
Get ready for the 16th Annual Morro Bay Triathlon!
Join us on California’s beautiful Central Coast for an unforgettable race experience featuring Olympic and Sprint distance triathlons, with traditional swim, kayak, and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) options.
Not ready for a triathlon? Join us for our 5K Run, which follows the same scenic run course as our Sprint distance triathletes.
Whether you're a seasoned triathlete, a first-time racer, or simply looking for a fun and active way to experience Morro Bay, there's an event for everyone!
Come race, challenge yourself, and enjoy the incredible coastal scenery of Morro Bay!