The Airlie Beach Festival of Sport is a weekend of sport to suit all ages and ability. Events include the 11th annual Airlie Beach Triathlon (750 metre swim / 20 kilometre cycle / five kilometre run), Kidzpower Junior Triathlon, Open Water Swim (750 metre / 1500 metre) and Team Sprint (600 metre), Beach Volleyball and Sport Expo.
The Airlie Beach Triathlon includes a Business Teams Challenge and High School Team Challenge. Cash and random draw prizes total close to AUD20,000 which makes this race the best value sprint distance race on the coast. It has also been voted the best race for its scenic course, professionalism, hospitable and welcoming locals and it involves many community groups.