Escape from Alcatraz Triathalon
We’ll never know for sure if prisoners escaped from the Rock while it was a federal prison but, on Sunday, at least 2,000 will make their successful escape.
On Sunday, June 1, 2014, some of the world’s top athletes will take over the streets and waters of San Francisco to compete in the prestigious Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. You’re invited to watch from the sidelines on the Marina Green.
Best Viewing spot: Free for Spectators – Marina Green is a great place to watch the swim start and swim. Marina Green Beach just west of St. Francis Yacht Club is a great place to watch the swim and swim exit. Marina Green is the best place to watch transition. Marina Blvd is a great place to watch a portion of the bike and run portion of the race. There will be grandstands along both sides of the finish chute to watch participants finish the race.
Features of the Race:
- 1.5 Mile swim from Alcatraz Island to shore
- 18-mile bike race
- 8-mile run
Schedule for Sunday, June 1, 2014
- 6:30 am: Festival Village Open Marina Green
Start Boat Departs for Alcatraz Pier 3- 7:30 am: Swim Start Alcatraz Island (adjacent)
- 9:30 am: First Professional Finisher Marina Green
- 11:45 am: Awards Presentation Marina Green
- 2:30 pm: Fitness Festival Closed Marina Green
20th annual Fitness Festival & Expo
– Saturday, May 31st from 11 am to 7 pm
– Sunday, June 1st from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm
Marina Green, San Francisco
FREELocated at the finish line of the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, the 20th annual Fitness Festival & Expo is free and will showcase the latest products and services from the health and fitness industry. Festival elements include 40 vendor booths, a food court, beer garden, and experiential displays all designed to entertain the 20,000 spectators who annually congregate on the Bay Area’s Marina Green to participate in the event.
