Races

The Windward Half Marathon & 5K will be held at Kailua District Park this year, adjacent to the Kailua Intermediate School.  The course follows the usual route, with the beautiful Ko`olau mountains as the backdrop.   Packet Pick Up:    1. Saturday, March 21, 1-3 pm, at ALOHA FRIDAY WHEELWORKS, 326 Kuulei Rd, Kailua.  The shop faces the municipal parking lot in the back, accessible from both Maluniu Ave. and Aulike St.     2. Sunday, Race Day pick-up starting at 5am.   .  ONSITE REGISTRATION AT SATURDAY PACKET PICK-UP AND SUNDAY, MARCH 22 IS CASH ONLY, UNLESS YOU REGISTER ONLINE.   Start times: Half Marathon - 6:00 a.m., 5K - 6:05 a.m.   Timing: Your timing chip is on your bib number. Your bib number must be visible from the front. No finish time without it.   Pre-Race Instructions: Pre-race instructions for the Half Marathon and for the 5K will be given at approximately 5:45 a.m. It is your responsibility to ensure that you head to the start line for the correct race.   Cours

ARE YOU READY TO CHASE THE SHARK? The race starts at 6:30 a.m. Check-in will begin at 5:30 a.m. in the park.  There is no separate packet pick up, so pick up your bib on race day.  Start: The Shark Chase will begin on the beach at Kailua Beach Park near the boat ramp. The start line is actually on the beach. Faster runners should move to the front and walkers towards the back to avoid collisions. Course: Out and back course.  The wave-washed course follows the shoreline to a turnaround point near the Kaneohe Marine Corps Base, then back to the start area.  The entire course is on the beach.  Shoes are optional - you will probably run through some shallow water depending on the tide and your desire to make a splash. There will be a "shark" to chase - the shark gets a head start. Can YOU catch the shark?    Finish: Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers as well as the top three in 5-year age groups.  Pot Luck & Talk story after the race! All par

Come to Kailua Beach Park for a scenic romp through Lanikai!  Bunch start at the Lanikai Monument on the hill entering Lanikai, then two counterclockwise loops of the Lanikai Bike Path with the finish near the Lanikai Boat Ramp.  Faster runners should move to the front and walkers towards the back to avoid collisions.   When you finish, enjoy free shave ice by Island Snow! Yummy and refreshing! Make it a beach day and experience beautiful Kailua Beach or world-famous Lanikai Beach! This 8K run/walk is in memory of Daniel Levey and there is a special award to first finisher in his age group.  Daniel Levey was a young man who died 23 years ago at age 19 in a hiking accident, the day after completing the Lanikai 8K in 2003. This race is held in his memory and generously supported by his parents, Dr. Joyce Cassen and Norm Levey.  Parking is available in the Boat Ramp area as well as in Kailua Beach Park. Two opportunities to get your packet: (1) the day before the race (Saturday) 1:00 to 3

The 24th Freedom Run to Raise Awareness of Epilepsy  5K & 10K Timed Run or a 1-mile Untimed Walk, Stroll, Skip, or Roll 💜Join Us for the Freedom Run/Walk – A Celebration of Strength, Hope & Seizure Freedom! The Epilepsy Foundation of Hawai‘i’s annual Freedom Run/Walk brings together families, friends, and community members to raise awareness and support those impacted by epilepsy. Freedom means freedom from stigma and fear around seizures — and we’re running (and walking!) together for a more informed, inclusive Hawai‘i.  📍 Event Details🗓️ Sunday, August 2, 2026📍 Kailua High School — 451 Ulumanu Dr., Kailua, O‘ahu🕠 Check-in: 5:30 AM⏰ Start Time: 7:00 AM sharp  🏁 Choose Your Distance🏃 10K & 5K Timed Run (chip-timed by Timeline Hawai‘i)💵 $50 (includes race shirt for adults while supplies last 👕) 👧🧒 Youth 5K & 10K Timed Run (Ages 8–17)💵 $25 (includes youth race shirt while suppl