BIRR Hilo to Volcano 50K Run/Walk/Relay
- Date Sat 9th January 2027
- Time 6:00AM HST
- Location Hilo, Hawaii
- Price $38.96 - $54.98
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the annual Hilo to Volcano 50K Run/Walk/Relay on Saturday, January 9, 2027, in the beautiful Hilo, Hawaii! This exciting event invites both solo runners and relay teams to tackle a challenging 31-mile course that ascends approximately 4000 feet, offering breathtaking views and an unforgettable experience. The race kicks off at 6:00 AM from the underground parking lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive, and concludes at the Cooper Center in Volcano.
Participants can look forward to an engaging atmosphere, with prizes awarded for top finishers in various categories, including solo runners and relay teams. Enjoy a light lunch, snacks, drinks, and medals to celebrate your accomplishments at the finish line. Please remember to bring your own water and nourishment, as there will be no aid stations along the route. Join us for a day of fun and fitness while embracing the stunning landscapes of Hawaii! Don't miss packet pickup on January 8, 2027, for a seamless race day experience. See you there!
Participants can look forward to an engaging atmosphere, with prizes awarded for top finishers in various categories, including solo runners and relay teams. Enjoy a light lunch, snacks, drinks, and medals to celebrate your accomplishments at the finish line. Please remember to bring your own water and nourishment, as there will be no aid stations along the route. Join us for a day of fun and fitness while embracing the stunning landscapes of Hawaii! Don't miss packet pickup on January 8, 2027, for a seamless race day experience. See you there!
Organiser's Description
THE ANNUAL HILO TO VOLCANO 50K RUN/WALK/RELAY IS ON SATURDAY JANUARY 9, 2027.
HILO TO VOLCANO 50K ULTRA AND TEAM RELAY IS A CHALLENGING 31 MILE RUN GAINING APPROXIMATELY 4000 FEET IN ELEVATION. IT IS CHALLENGING, AN EXCELLENT ACCOMPLISHMENTAND SUPER FUN AS A RELAY
THE START WILL BE AT THE UNDERGROUND PARKING LOT OF THE HILO HAWAIIAN HOTEL ON BANYAN DRIVE, HILO (SAME AS LAST YEAR).
SOLO RUNNERS AND RELAY TEAM RUNNERS: START IS AT 6:00 AM.
This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment. A light lunch, snacks, drinks and medals at the end.
_PRIZES FOR SOLO RUNNERS:_ Top 3 Female and Male runners overall, Top 2 Female and Male runners in each 10 year age group.
_PRIZES FOR RELAY TEAMS WITH NO MORE THAN 3 RUNNERS: _Top 2 Female, Male and Mixed relay teams up to 40 years, Top 2 Female, Male and Mixed Masters relay teams over 40 years (all members must be over 40 years old).
_PRIZES FOR FAMILY AND STUDENT RELAY TEAMS (NO LIMIT ON TEAM SIZE):_ Top 2 Family relay teams (must be from same family), Top 2 Student relay teams (must all be high school students or younger).
RACE ENDS AT 2PM.
_PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AT THE HILO HAWAIIAN DAY BEFORE RACE, JANUARY 8TH, 2027 BETWEEN 3-5:30PM AND RACE MORNING BETWEEN 5:30-5:50AM. SORRY NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION._
HILO TO VOLCANO 50K ULTRA AND TEAM RELAY IS A CHALLENGING 31 MILE RUN GAINING APPROXIMATELY 4000 FEET IN ELEVATION. IT IS CHALLENGING, AN EXCELLENT ACCOMPLISHMENTAND SUPER FUN AS A RELAY
THE START WILL BE AT THE UNDERGROUND PARKING LOT OF THE HILO HAWAIIAN HOTEL ON BANYAN DRIVE, HILO (SAME AS LAST YEAR).
SOLO RUNNERS AND RELAY TEAM RUNNERS: START IS AT 6:00 AM.
This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment. A light lunch, snacks, drinks and medals at the end.
_PRIZES FOR SOLO RUNNERS:_ Top 3 Female and Male runners overall, Top 2 Female and Male runners in each 10 year age group.
_PRIZES FOR RELAY TEAMS WITH NO MORE THAN 3 RUNNERS: _Top 2 Female, Male and Mixed relay teams up to 40 years, Top 2 Female, Male and Mixed Masters relay teams over 40 years (all members must be over 40 years old).
_PRIZES FOR FAMILY AND STUDENT RELAY TEAMS (NO LIMIT ON TEAM SIZE):_ Top 2 Family relay teams (must be from same family), Top 2 Student relay teams (must all be high school students or younger).
RACE ENDS AT 2PM.
_PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AT THE HILO HAWAIIAN DAY BEFORE RACE, JANUARY 8TH, 2027 BETWEEN 3-5:30PM AND RACE MORNING BETWEEN 5:30-5:50AM. SORRY NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION._
Races
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50K Solo (Live)
Incl. $4.98 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th January 2027 (6:00AM HST)
$54.98
The start will be at the underground parking lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive, Hilo (same as last year). Solo Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. Relay Team Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment -
50K Relay (Live)
Incl. $4.98 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th January 2027 (6:00AM HST)
$54.98
The start will be at the underground parking lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive, Hilo (same as last year). Solo Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. Relay Team Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment -
50K Relay Family (Live)
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th January 2027 (6:00AM HST)
$38.96
The start will be at the underground parking lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive, Hilo (same as last year). Solo Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. Relay Team Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment -
50K Relay Student (Live)
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th January 2027 (6:00AM HST)
$38.96
The start will be at the underground parking lot of the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on Banyan Drive, Hilo (same as last year). Solo Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. Relay Team Runners: Start is at 6:00 am. This course utilizes shoulders on Hwy 11 and finishes at the Cooper Center in Volcano. Relay teams change runners every 2 miles at the even mile markers. There are no aid stations along the course, so runners are encouraged to bring their own water and nourishment
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