Registration Opens Monday, Sept. 2 for 42nd Race Weekend ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.

, Aug. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Organizers of the St. Anthony's Triathlon invite all athletes to make this Labor Day their registration day when sign up opens Monday, Sept.

2 . Registration will be available for the Olympic- and Sprint-distance races and the Meek & Mighty Triathlon. Race weekend is scheduled for April 25-27, 2025 , marking the 42 nd year for the Triathlon.

Earlier this year, the three-day event played host to nearly 4,000 athletes and thousands of fans cheering them on to the finish line. In 2024, Triathlete magazine selected the Olympic- and Sprint-distance races for its 2024 Best Races in the United States east region. "As one of the oldest triathlons in Florida , we are excited to begin our campaign for the 2025 event," said St.

Anthony's Hospital President Scott Smith . "We've hosted Olympians, world champions, professional athletes, weekend warriors and beginners. We appreciate athletes using our event as a proving ground to further their careers.

" In its first year, the Triathlon welcomed about 600 athletes to swim, bike and run along the scenic waterfront and through the picturesque neighborhoods of the city. In addition to thousands of individual athletes, the Triathlon also welcomes dozens of relay teams over the course of the event. "Our team is proud to bring this world-class event to St.

Petersburg . We already are planning to make this a special weekend for all athletes.