47th Annual Nā Holo Wāhine 5K & 1Mile
- Date Sun 10th May 2026
- Time 7:00AM HST
- Location Kahului, Hawaii
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 47th Annual Nā Holo Wāhine 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the beautiful University of Hawai'i - Maui College in Kahului, Maui. This vibrant event is not only a celebration of Mothers' Day but also a heartfelt fundraiser supporting the University of Hawaii Maui College scholarship fund in memory of the inspiring Kelly Watanabe.
Starting at 7 a.m., participants of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to lace up their running shoes for either the 5K or 1-mile distance. This year marks a special milestone as it will be the fifth time UHMaui College has hosted this beloved race, reflecting Kelly's deep connection with the community and her legacy as a dedicated runner and educator. Be sure to register early to secure your event t-shirt, and don’t forget to bring non-perishable food items for the Maui Food Bank during packet pick-up on Saturday, May 9, or on race day. Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit in the stunning setting of Maui!
Starting at 7 a.m., participants of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to lace up their running shoes for either the 5K or 1-mile distance. This year marks a special milestone as it will be the fifth time UHMaui College has hosted this beloved race, reflecting Kelly's deep connection with the community and her legacy as a dedicated runner and educator. Be sure to register early to secure your event t-shirt, and don’t forget to bring non-perishable food items for the Maui Food Bank during packet pick-up on Saturday, May 9, or on race day. Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit in the stunning setting of Maui!
Organiser's Description
Valley Isle Road Runners presents the 47th Annual Na Holo Wahine Fun Run/Walk. Please join us in this Mothers' Day celebration and benefit run! This event is open to everyone!
The fun run/walk will be held on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 7 a.m. at the University of Hawai'i - Maui College, 310 W. Ka'ahumanu Avenue, Kahului.
Na Holo Wahine is a fundraiser for the University of Hawaii Maui College scholarship fund, honoring the memory of Kelly Watanabe, who passed away in 2021 after a long battle with cancer. The scholarship celebrates Kellys legacy as a runner, wellness advocate, educator, and community volunteer.
A passionate lifelong runner and marathoner, Kelly completed races in all 50 states, Japan, and Canada. She was a devoted member of the Valley Isle Road Runners, serving on the board, helping behind the scenes at fun runs, and co-directing the Na Holo Wahine Fun Run/Walk. This year marks the fifth time UHMaui College has hosted the event, made possible by Kellys strong ties to the school. A graduate of the neighbor island Master of Accounting and MBA programs, Kelly went on to teach business and math, later becoming a business careers instructor in 2016 and the accounting program coordinator in 2018. Kellys contributions reached beyond academicsshe was active in the Wellness Hui, taught Zumba for the Maui Fit program, co-founded the weekly walking Moai, and served as faculty advisor to the Dance Klub led by her son.
Packet pickup is Saturday, May 9, 2026 at UH-Maui College, Noi'i Building from 12 - 2 p.m. Packet pickup will also be available on race day.
We will also be holding a community food drive for the Maui Food Bank. Please bring any non-perishable food donations for drop off at packet pick-up and on race day.
Please register early for your event t-shirt. No guarantee of a t-shirt or the correct size for registrations received after April 5, 2026. No new registrations will be accepted on race day.
VIRR member pricing:
$25 until 05/08/2026 (VIRR member discount will be automatically applied during check out)
Pricing for NON-VIRR Members:
$30 until 5/08/2026
Late registration at packet pickup: $40
PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING AN ADDITIONAL DIRECT DONATION TO THE KELLY WATANABE SCHOLARSHIP FUND BY CLICKING HERE. [https://uhfoundation.org/KellyWatanabe] THE LINK TAKES YOU TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII FOUNDATION WEBSITE, UH-MAUI COLLEGE BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM, FUND #127-0050-4. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE EMAIL SECRETARY@VIRR.COM
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED TO HELP WITH THIS EVENT! Please contact Joy at secretary@virr.com for more information and to help out. Mahalo!
The fun run/walk will be held on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 7 a.m. at the University of Hawai'i - Maui College, 310 W. Ka'ahumanu Avenue, Kahului.
Na Holo Wahine is a fundraiser for the University of Hawaii Maui College scholarship fund, honoring the memory of Kelly Watanabe, who passed away in 2021 after a long battle with cancer. The scholarship celebrates Kellys legacy as a runner, wellness advocate, educator, and community volunteer.
A passionate lifelong runner and marathoner, Kelly completed races in all 50 states, Japan, and Canada. She was a devoted member of the Valley Isle Road Runners, serving on the board, helping behind the scenes at fun runs, and co-directing the Na Holo Wahine Fun Run/Walk. This year marks the fifth time UHMaui College has hosted the event, made possible by Kellys strong ties to the school. A graduate of the neighbor island Master of Accounting and MBA programs, Kelly went on to teach business and math, later becoming a business careers instructor in 2016 and the accounting program coordinator in 2018. Kellys contributions reached beyond academicsshe was active in the Wellness Hui, taught Zumba for the Maui Fit program, co-founded the weekly walking Moai, and served as faculty advisor to the Dance Klub led by her son.
Packet pickup is Saturday, May 9, 2026 at UH-Maui College, Noi'i Building from 12 - 2 p.m. Packet pickup will also be available on race day.
We will also be holding a community food drive for the Maui Food Bank. Please bring any non-perishable food donations for drop off at packet pick-up and on race day.
Please register early for your event t-shirt. No guarantee of a t-shirt or the correct size for registrations received after April 5, 2026. No new registrations will be accepted on race day.
VIRR member pricing:
$25 until 05/08/2026 (VIRR member discount will be automatically applied during check out)
Pricing for NON-VIRR Members:
$30 until 5/08/2026
Late registration at packet pickup: $40
PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING AN ADDITIONAL DIRECT DONATION TO THE KELLY WATANABE SCHOLARSHIP FUND BY CLICKING HERE. [https://uhfoundation.org/KellyWatanabe] THE LINK TAKES YOU TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII FOUNDATION WEBSITE, UH-MAUI COLLEGE BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM, FUND #127-0050-4. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE EMAIL SECRETARY@VIRR.COM
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED TO HELP WITH THIS EVENT! Please contact Joy at secretary@virr.com for more information and to help out. Mahalo!
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