USA Triathlon is seeking bids to hosts its Multisport National Championships Festival in 2022 and beyond. The NGB aims for the host to commit to hosting two consecutive years with the goal of returning six-to-eight years later. This event will welcome more than 7,000 visitors (3,000 athletes and over 4,500 spectators based on historical numbers) from all fifty states

Here are the details.

Deadline to Bid: April 30, 2024 (2026-27 timelines); August 30, 2024 (2028-29 timeline)

Time of Year: Between April and October

Venue Requirements: Adequate space for swim start/finish, transition area, finish line, athlete recovery area, spectator viewing, parking and race expo. Venue should not be more than 20 minutes’ drive from hotels. No split transition area.

Number of attendees: 3,000 athletes and over 4,500 spectators

Hotel requirements: Should be able to service athletes plus staff, friends, family, spectators, and sponsors. Meeting space fitting up to 1,500 for awards ceremony.

Rate: $90-$300/night

Rights Fee: $60,000 ($30,000 per year)

Projected Economic Impact: $3,261,000

For the complete RFP, click here.

For more information, email Brian D'Amico, director of events, at brian.damico@usatriathlon.org.