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IRONMAN Wisconsin is a tremendous (and free!) spectator event. The finish line on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is packed with jubilant finishers, proud loved ones and a festive atmosphere. This year, IRONMAN Wisconsin celebrates its 20th anniversary — “a rare milestone in the world of endurance events,” according to event officials. The race typically attracts more than 2,500 participants, each endeavoring to swim 2.4 miles, bike 112 miles and run 26.2 miles. Turn this into a full weekend event by also cheering on racers in the IRONMAN 70.3, which takes place Sept. 10 and halves all the distances without sacrificing any of the camaraderie. The IRONKIDS fun run is at 5 p.m., Sept. 10, at MLK Jr. Boulevard; find registration info at visitmadison.com.

press release: Reaching a milestone doesn’t happen every day. It takes strength, patience, and above all else, the drive to push through 140.6 miles to the finish line. In 2022, we’re honoring the 20th edition of IRONMAN Wisconsin on September 11, 2022, a rare and exciting milestone in the world of endurance events.

As many athletes know, the IRONMAN Wisconsin journey is a rite of passage in the triathlon community. The legendary run up the helix as athletes head towards T1, the spectator lined bike course, the run under the bright lights of the illustrious Camp Randall Stadium, all culminating in an unrivaled finish line at the footsteps of the state capitol. Year after year, IRONMAN Wisconsin brings out the best in those with the pursuit of excellence and delivers an experience that will fundamentally change you. Experience your capitol moment in 2022.

Best place to watch the race:

SWIM: A panoramic view of the swim (starting from Law Park) can be found from the Monona Terrace or on the waterfront along Capitol City Trail.

BIKE: The bike course passes through downtown Madison twice. There is a free spectator shuttle bus to the Verona Loop. The pick-up and drop-off is located near the Monona Terrace on Wilson Street and Carroll Street. These shuttles will run continuously from 8 AM to 4 PM.

RUN: Grab dinner and a drink and cheer on your athlete as they run the two loop course through downtown Madison. Great viewing areas throughout downtown!

Also viewable on Facebook, YouTube and Twitch.

The weekend also includes:

Ironman Village open 10 am-5 pm on 9/8-9, 9 am-3 pm on 9/10, 7 am-3 pm on 9/11 and 7 am-2 pm, 9/12, at Monona Terrace.

IRONMAN 70.3 Wisconsin offers slots to the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship, on Sept. 10, appoximately 7 am-4 pm.

IRONKIDS fun run: Saturday, September 10, 2022 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 $20.00 includes a T-shirt, medal, goodie bag and racing bib. One parent can run with their child for free on any distance. Find registration info here.

Awards ceremony 9:30 am, 9/12, Monona Terrace.