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Tinsel Triathlon

One of the oldest, active Sprint Triathlons in America. The Tinsel Triathlon is now powered by Hemet Rotary.

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, the Tinsel Triathlon honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Today we remember our heroes, celebrate their legacy, and give thanks for the courage that allows us to chase our dreams every day.

Whether you’re training, racing, or spending time with family and friends, take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day.

From all of us at the Tinsel Triathlon — thank you to our fallen heroes and the families who continue to carry their legacy forward. ❤️🤍💙

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to the moms who do it all — and make it look easy! 🌸🏊‍♀️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♀️

Moms are the original triathletes:
💖 Swimming through life’s challenges
💖 Biking from one responsibility to the next
💖 Running the world with strength, love, and determination

Today, we celebrate every mother, grandmother, stepmom, and mother figure who inspires us to keep moving forward — one mile, one moment, and one memory at a time.

From all of us at the Tinsel Triathlon, thank you for showing us what endurance, heart, and perseverance truly look like. ❤️

Wishing you a beautiful Mother’s Day filled with love, laughter, and maybe a little time to relax before your next race. 🌷

04/05/2026

🐣🌸 Happy Easter from the Tinsel Triathlon! 🌸🐣

Wishing our incredible athletes, families, and community a joyful Easter filled with energy, sunshine, and a little well-earned sweetness! 🐰💪

Whether you’re celebrating with loved ones or getting in a workout—just remember, around here we like to mix things up… just like our Reverse Triathlon: 🏃‍♂️➡️🚴‍♀️➡️🏊‍♂️

Run first, ride strong, and finish with a splash!

Enjoy the day and we’ll see you back out on the course soon!

03/29/2026

🎄 Ready for the next challenge?

Registration is now OPEN for the December 13, 2026 Tinsel Triathlon & 5K Race!

Whether you're chasing the podium or just getting started, we want to see you at the starting line. Don’t wait—secure your spot and start training today!

Huge congratulations to our top finisher, Ronnie Toth!
🥇 1st Place Overall – Ronnie Toth
⏱️ Total Time: 55:39

🔥 Strong splits across the board:
• Run: 20:21
• Bike: 30:40
• Swim: 3:29

An incredible performance and a great representation of the strength and dedication in our triathlon community!

02/08/2026

Tinsel Triathlon: run, bike, swim, celebrate. 🏃🚴‍♂️🏊🏆

Football: fall, get up, get tackled again. 🏈

12/26/2025

Merry Christmas from the Tinsel Triathlon! 🎄✨

To our incredible triathletes and 5K runners — your grit, determination, and holiday spirit fill our course with energy and inspiration every year. Whether you’re chasing a PR, finishing your first race, or simply soaking in the festive fun, you’re the heart of this event. 🏊🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️

To our dedicated volunteers and sponsors — thank you for the countless hours, support, smiles, and generosity that make this race possible. Your commitment keeps the magic of Tinsel alive. 🙌❤️

And to our amazing community cheerleaders — the cowbells, signs, laughter, and encouragement along the course remind every athlete that they’re part of something special. You bring the holiday joy! 🎅✨

From our Tinsel Triathlon family to yours — we wish you a season filled with joy, health, gratitude, and plenty of finish-line celebrations ahead. Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas Eve to all our incredible athletes! 🎄🏊🚴🏃

Whether you conquered the Tinsel Triathlon or sprinted through the 5K, you absolutely crushed it this year. Triathletes and runners alike brought unbelievable heart, grit, and holiday spirit to the course — and now your 2025 Tinsel Triathlon & 5K race photos are ready!

A HUGE shout-out to our amazing photographers at Cherished Memories Photography for capturing every powerful stride, every finish-line smile, and every unforgettable moment. 🙌

Here’s the link to the photo gallery:
https://cherishedmemoriesphotography65.pixieset.com/tinseltriathlon2526/

You looked unstoppable out there, and we hope you enjoyed this year’s race as much as we loved cheering you on. We can’t wait to see you back next year as we continue to grow and elevate the Tinsel Triathlon here in Hemet.

Merry Christmas, Happy New Year — and keep training strong! 🎅✨

12/19/2025

Riverside County Fifth District Supervisor Yxstian Gutierrez, City of Hemet Mayor Linda Krupa, Councilwoman Jackie Peterson, City of San Jacinto Mayor Pro Tem Clarisa Sanchez, and Councilwoman Valerie Vandever, along with City officials, proudly celebrated and thanked the Rotary Club for its incredible dedication, generosity, and lasting commitment to serving our community. The Rotary’s passion for service and community leadership continues to make a meaningful difference throughout the valley.

The event recognized several Rotary members for their outstanding contributions, honoring the time, energy, and heart they devote to strengthening our community and the Tinsel Triathlon. Special recognition was given to the Rotary Club of Hemet for its leadership in organizing the annual Tinsel Triathlon—a beloved community tradition that brings residents together while raising vital funds for local improvement projects and scholarship programs.

Through events like the Tinsel Triathlon and countless acts of service, the Rotary Club of Hemet continues to uplift the San Jacinto Valley, build strong community connections, and invest in a brighter future for generations to come.

12/15/2025

🎄🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️ 39th ANNUAL TINSEL TRIATHLON & TINSEL 5K — RACE RESULTS 🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏊‍♂️🎄

What an amazing day at the 39th Annual Tinsel Triathlon & Tinsel 5K! Huge THANK YOU to every athlete who raced, every spectator who cheered, and every volunteer and sponsor who made this event possible. Your energy, holiday spirit, and support are what keep this tradition strong year after year. 💙

🏆 REVERSE TRIATHLON
🥇 Male Winner: Ronnie Toth — 55:39
🥇 Female Winner: Isabella Accardi — 1:09:10

🏅 RELAY DIVISION
🥇 Further Faster Fit — 1:03:52

💙 CHALLENGED ATHLETE DIVISION
🥇 Beth Sanden — 1:41:54

🏃‍♂️ TINSEL 5K
🥇 Male Winner: Paul Martinez — 18:03
🏃‍♀️ Female Winner: Mariah Valadez — 24:08

👏 Congratulations to all of our finishers and division winners — your hard work and determination truly shined!

✨ We can’t wait to celebrate the 40th Annual Tinsel Triathlon with you next year!

📊 Full race results:
https://results.svetiming.com/Tinsel-Triathlon/events/2025/annual-tinsel-triathlon-5k/results

12/14/2025

🎄 TINSEL TRIATHLON – ROAD CLOSURE ALERT 🎄

TODAY, Sunday, December 14th, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, the Tinsel Triathlon & 5K will be hitting the streets of Hemet! The Hemet Police Department will be closing roads to keep participants safe — plan ahead and thank you for your patience.

Road Closures:
Cawston: Windsor St → Cloudywing Rd (Oak Tree Way & Cove at Cawston closed)
Mustang Way: Cawston → Sanderson (Rexford Dr & Morgan Hill Rd closed)
Sanderson Ave: Thornton Ave → Domenigoni Pkwy (Mustang Way & Waterside Dr closed)
Domenigoni Pkwy: Searl Pkwy → Wi******er Rd
Warren Rd: Closed at Simpson Rd

🚧 All side streets included — no access during the race. 🚧

🏃‍♂️ While roads are closed, the Tinsel Triathlon & 5K promises a festive, exciting morning of swimming, biking, and running. Thanks for supporting this annual holiday tradition!

Address

P. O. Box 2537
Hemet, CA
92546

Website

http://www.tinseltriathlon.com/

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