Ironman Weekend

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media release: Thursday, Sept. 7 

• 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – IRONMAN Village Opens – Monona Terrace

Friday, Sept. 8 

• 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – IRONMAN Village Opens – Monona Terrace 
• 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Athlete Bike Check-In – Monona Terrace 
• 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Welcome Ceremony – Monona Terrace: Exhibition Hall 

  Saturday, Sept. 9 – IRONMAN 70.3 Race Day 

• 5:30 a.m. – 6:45 a.m. – Transition Area Open – Monona Terrace 
• 7:00 a.m. – 70.3 Race Start – Law Park 
• 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – IRONMAN Village Opens – Monona Terrace 
• 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Athlete Bike Check-In – Monona Terrace 
• 5:00 p.m. – IRONKIDS Wisconsin Fun Run – Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd 

  Sunday, Sept. 10 – IRONMAN Race Day 

• 4:00 a.m. – 1 a.m. – Shuttle from Alliant Energy Center to Corner of Fairchild & Main 
• 5:00 a.m. – 6:45 a.m. – Transition area open – Monona Terrace 
• 7:00 a.m. – Age Group Swim Start – Law Park 
• 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Shuttle from corner of Carroll Street & Wilson Street to Verona Loop 
• Approx. 3:30 p.m. – First finisher expected at the finish line   
• Approx. 12:00 a.m. – Race Ends (*17 hours after the last athlete enters the water) 

Street Closure: Expo 200 block of MLK Jr Blvd - Wed, Sept. 6 (after Wed DCFM) - Mon, Sept 11

140.6 miles of pure excitement, emotion and spirit welcome you at IRONMAN Wisconsin, part of the VinFast IRONMAN North America Series.  Experience a finish line unlike any other as you are greeted by the roar of thousands of fans at the footsteps of the state capitol, dotting the 'I' on your IRONMAN journey. ​

IRONMAN Wisconsin has become known as a rite of passage in the triathlon community. The legendary run up the helix as athletes head towards T1, the run under the bright lights of the illustrious Camp Randall Stadium, and the relentless spirit of the Badger State are iconic experiences of this historic event.  Year after year, IRONMAN Wisconsin brings out the best in those with a relentless pursuit of excellence and delivers an experience that will fundamentally change you. ​

Experience your capitol moment in 2023.

The weekend also includes the Ironman 70.3 (more info here) and The IRONKIDS Fun Run offers young athletes the opportunity to feel the excitement of competition while enjoying the outdoors and promoting healthy living. Parents, family, and friends are invited to cheer on these racers while enjoying the area and family-centered event.  We encourage kids ages 1 -17 years to participate in our IRONKIDS Fun Run. Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 5:00pm. The location is Capitol Square/MLK Jr Blvd in downtown Madison, Wisconsin. Ages 1-17 are encouraged to join us. Distances are a 1 mile, ½ mile and toddler trot 80ft.  Price of $25.00 includes a T-shirt, medal, goodie bag and racing bib. One parent can run with their child for free on any distance.