King of the Hill Triathlon - Kinsale

What to Expect

The King of the Hill Triathlon in Kinsale is a popular annual event organised by Cork Triathlon Club. The 2026 race is on Saturday 18 July and features a 750m swim at Dock Beach, followed by an undulating 23km bike ride through the Kinsale countryside, and a 5.5km run finishing in Kinsale town. The race takes its name from the undulating terrain around the historic town.

Good to Know

• Saturday 18 July 2026
• Swim 750m (Dock Beach, Kinsale), bike 23km, run 5.5km
• Organised by Cork Triathlon Club
• Kinsale Chamber of Tourism and local businesses support the event

Getting There

Kinsale is approximately 28km south of Cork city on the R600. Dock Beach is at the lower end of Kinsale Harbour.