MLT Temple is hosted by the Temple Convention & Visitors Bureau and is a USAT sanctioned event.

Race Day: Saturday April 16th

Location: Temple Lake Park (Lake Belton) - Temple, TX

Directions: From Interstate 35 in Temple, Texas take the Farm-to-Market Road 2305/Adams exit. Travel west on 2305 to the park.

Start Time: 7:00 AM (for both Sprint and Olympic races)

Entry into the race also includes: 

·         Entry into the ticketed festival area

·         One additional festival ticket for guest ($15 value)

·         Opportunity to purchase up to two more discounted festival tickets ($5 each)

·         Access to the concert

·         Access to the craft beer garden

·         MLT finisher’s shirt

·         MLT finisher’s medal

·         Athlete goodie bag

·         Delicious post-race food and on-course nutrition

·         Access to the best views of the professional race

·        VIP MLT pro athlete interaction opportunities

One of the highlights of Race Day Saturday will be the professional team racing in the afternoon.  Eight teams of two professional women and two professional men will face off in a Super Sprint Mixed Relay.  The format is fast and exciting with short, looped courses and a unique team relay twist.  The Temple Toros will play host to seven other teams representing different areas across the country. Find the full list of pro triathletes competing in Major League Triathlon here: MLT Pros

The swim course will feature a loop in the beautiful Belton Lake.  The bike course will bring athletes over the Belton Lake Dam with breathtaking views of the water.  The run course is highlighted by a scenic stretch on the road alongside the lake. 

The Festival will include: live music, craft beer, games, interactive expo areas, the best views of the exciting professional race, VIP access to the professional athletes, and more. Musical talent and participating breweries will be announced in the near future.

MLT's Host Hotel, Holiday Inn Temple-Belton, is the perfect place to stay for your visit. Several MLT weekend events will take place at our host hotel and this is the hotel that our MLT pros trust. Use code: "MLT" to receive your discounted rate of $99 + taxes. Rooms can be booked online or over the phone at 254-778-5511. 

Book your room now: MLT Temple Hotel Reservations

MLT TEMPLE EVENT SCHEDULE

Friday, April 15:

3pm-8pm      Packet Pickup (Temple Convention Center)

5pm              Host Hotel Meet and Greet with MLT Pros

6:15pm         Family Fun Run (Temple Convention Center)

7pm              Pro Athlete Panel/Meet and Greets (Temple Convention Center)

Saturday, April 16:

5:15am         Transition Open/Race Day Check in

6:45am         Transition Closed

6:55am         National Anthem

7am              Amateur Races Start

8:30 am        Expo Opens

11:30am       Race Cutoffs           

11:30am       AG Award Ceremony

12pm            MLT Ticketed Festival Opens (Food Vendors, Craft Beer, Music, Game Zone and More!)

12:30pm       Kids Fun Run (Finisher Ribbons presented by pros)

1pm              Signing Session and Pro Meet and Greet at Festival

2:30pm         MLT Pro Introduction/Team Presentation

3pm              MLT Pro Race Start

5pm              Pro Interaction at MLT Festival Begins

5pm              Opening Musical Acts Begin

5:45pm         Pro Athlete Award Ceremony

6:15pm         Headliner Concert

8pm              Festival Close

8:30pm         MLT After Party           

Sunday, April 17th

8am             Breakfast with MLT Pros at Host Hotel

10am           MLT Pro Talks/Clinics begin

12pm           MLT Weekend Finish

*Schedule is subject to change.