A “bucket-list” event for triathletes will be held this weekend, when roads will be closed in and around a popular beach town.
The 43rd edition of the Noosa Triathlon, which consists of a 1.5km swim, 40km ride and 10km run, will be held at Noosa on Sunday to cap a five-day festival.
Several of the region’s main roads and car parks will be impacted by the event, which is the largest of its kind in the world.
Scroll down for a full list of closures.
The Ironman Group Oceania regional director Leanna Ali said organisers were excited to welcome triathletes and their supporters.
“Over the years, the Noosa Triathlon has become a bucket-list event for triathletes from all corners of the world, and we can’t wait to see athletes out on course across the weekend,” she said.
“From its beginnings more than 40 years ago to growing to become the largest Olympic-distance triathlon in the world, the Noosa Triathlon has a special place in Australian sporting history and we look forward to adding another chapter to it this week.
“With swims, runs, rides, kids’ events and the Special Triathlon, there is an event for everybody to be a part of, and we look forward to welcoming those who have travelled from afar, and the local community, to the event this year.”
An event spokesperson urged locals and visitors to be plan their trips around the region, because of changed traffic conditions.
“There will be a number of road closures in and around Noosa for the 2026 Noosa Triathlon between Thursday and Sunday,” they said.
“Event organisers thank the local community for their ongoing support of the event and recommend that those moving around the local area during event week plan their trip, allow extra travel time and check in on the changed traffic conditions details on the Noosa Triathlon website.”
About 8500 athletes will take part in the Garmin Noosa Triathlon and about 13,000 people will take part in events across the week. The festival is expected to inject more than $39m into the local economy.
Minister for the Environment and Tourism Andrew Powell MP said the festival, which has $1m in support from the state government, would drive visitation and support local businesses.
“The Noosa Triathlon proves the power of major events to attract visitors, fill accommodation and put Queensland destinations in the spotlight,” he said.
“Major events like the Noosa Triathlon don’t just create a great atmosphere, they give visitors a reason to stay longer, explore more of Queensland and support local businesses across the region.
Tourism Noosa CEO Sharon Raguse said it was an important event for the region.
“The Noosa Triathlon is more than a sporting event, it’s a celebration of community, connection and the spectacular natural environment that makes Noosa so special,” she said.
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“This iconic event brings athletes and visitors together from across Australia and around the world,” she said.
“Beyond the race, it’s a wonderful opportunity for visitors to explore our region, support local businesses and experience Noosa’s warm hospitality. We wish all participants a fantastic race weekend.”
The Noosa Triathlon program starts on Wednesday with a Run Swim Run at Main Beach, before Friday features a 28km social ride, 5km breakfast fun run and 1000m ocean swim.
Saturday includes Superkidz and Special Triathlon events, followed by the Noosa Bolt and Australian Open Criterium, before thousands of athletes take on the Noosa Triathlon on Sunday.
Road closures
Thursday, October 29
Noosa Parade (Noosa Heads Lions Park roundabout to Noosa Drive) 6am to 6.30am
Friday, October 30
Gyndier Drive (Cooroy-Noosa Road to Sunrise Road) 6.30am to 8.30am
Park Road (Hastings Street to Mitti Street) 7am to 9am
Saturday, October 31
Gympie Terrace, Hilton Terrace, Mill Street, Hilton Esplanade (from Robert Street to Ernest Street, local access to Yacht Club maintained) 6.30am to 10am
Witta Circuit (no access to Witta Circuit by Noosa Parade) 1.15pm to 6pm
Noosa Parade (Noosa Drive roundabout to Witta access to start, second and bay) noon to 6pm
Sunday, November 1
Noosa Parade (Noosa Drive to Witta Circuit) 4am to 3pm
Noosa Parade (Witta Circuit to Weyba Road) 4.30am to 2.30pm
Noosa Drive (shuttle bus and local traffic only) 4.30am to 11.30am
Hastings Street (Hastings Street West at Noosa Drive roundabout) 5.30am to 11.30am
Weyba Road (Mary Street to Noosa Parade) 4.30am to 2.15pm
Weyba Road (Noosa Parade to Gympie Terrace) 4.30am to 2.15pm
Weyba Road (Mary Street to Leslie Drive) 5.45am to 2.15pm
Gympie Terrace (Weyba Road to Hilton Terrace) 5am to 1.30pm
Howard Street (Gympie Terrace to Noosa Parade) 5am to 1.30pm
Eumundi Road (Gibson Road to Hilton Terrace) 5am to 1.30pm
Hilton Terrace (Eumundi Road to Ernest Street, Tewantin) 5am to 1.30pm
Hilton Esplanade (closed off at Hilton Terrace and Sydney Street) 5am to 1.30pm
Memorial Avenue, Doonella Street, Sidoni Street, Poinciana Avenue, Butler Street, Tewantin 5.30am to 1.15pm
Cooroy-Noosa Road (Butler Street to Beckmans Road) 5.30am to 1pm
Cooroy-Noosa Road (Beckmans Road to Sunrise Road) 5.30am to 1pm
Gyndier Drive (Cooroy-Noosa Road to Sunrise Road) 5.30am to noon
Sunrise Road (Gyndier Drive to Cooroy-Noosa Road) 5.30am to 1pm
Cooroy-Noosa Road (Sunrise Road to Swift Drive) 5.30am to 1pm
Monday, November 2
Noosa Parade (eastbound lane, Bells to Garth Prowd Bridge) 6.30am to 7.30am
Noosa Parade (westbound lane, Garth Prowd Bridge to Belli Street) 7.30am to 8.30am
A host of car parks will also be closed at various times during the week. See the event website for more details.
