IRONMAN California is back, and Sacramento is ready to cheer on thousands of athletes as they push their limits to finish the 140.6-mile race. Whether you’re supporting your favorite athlete or just looking to soak in the excitement, the race offers several prime spots to be a part of the action and refuel as the day goes on.
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First Things First ... Make a Poster!
No triathlon is complete without creative posters from enthusiastic supporters. Be sure to swing by IRONMAN Village (located on Capitol Mall between 3rd & 4th Street) and get crafty by making a poster at the Sign-Making Station, presented by Downtown Commons, to cheer on your favorite athlete with.
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For the Swim
For early risers eager to catch the start of the race, the swim portion begins with athletes diving into the American River. Head to Tiscornia Park to watch as they take on the 2.4-mile swim, then make your way to the Tower Bridge and River Walk Trail to cheer them on as they exit the water.
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For the Bike Course
After the swim, athletes gear up for the 112-mile bike course. Silt Wine Company is hosting an IRONMAN California watch party giving you a front-row seat to catch all the action with breakfast burritos and tacos from Dos Gringos Taco Truck, an array of wines for purchase, and great music. For more information and to register for Silt Wine Company’s IRONMAN watch party, visit: www.siltwineco.com/ironman. Other great spots to cheer on athletes during this leg of the race include Franquette, a cozy café and wine bar, and Drake’s: The Barn, a two-acre beer garden in West Sacramento.
Silt Wine Company | Enter at 32555 Jefferson Blvd.
Franquette | 965 Bridge St. Suite 100
Drake’s: The Barn | 985 Riverfront St.
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For the First Lap of the Run Course
As athletes transition into the marathon, the run course offers multiple places to watch and encourage your favorite athlete as they push toward the finish line. For those who may have cheered on athletes during the bike portion of the race at Franquette and Drake’s: The Barn, you can stay right there as athletes will pass by both of these locations again as they run. The Old Sacramento Waterfront is another great place to watch athletes complete the first lap of the run course as it offers fantastic views of the Sacramento River. Tiscorna Park is perfect for families or groups looking to set up for a longer period and enjoy the outdoors as they support their athletes.
Franquette | 965 Bridge St. Suite 100
Drake’s: The Barn | 985 Riverfront St.
The Delta King | 1000 Front St.
Tiscorna Park | 195 Jibboom St.
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For the Final Lap of the Run Course & Finish Line
For the final lap of the run course, athletes need all the support they can get, and Sacramento offers plenty of great spots to cheer them on as they push toward the finish line. Be sure to head to Steamers in Old Sacramento for a mid-day coffee break before watching your athlete cross the finish line on Capitol Mall.
Steamers | 101 K St.
