Chapson Diamond Head Dash 8K
- Date Sun 17th January 2027
- Time 7:00AM HST
- Location Honolulu, Hawaii
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Chapson Diamond Head Dash 8K, taking place on Sunday, January 17, 2027, in the stunning city of Honolulu! This vibrant race is the second event in the three-part Aloha Series and promises to be a fantastic way to embrace the spirit of Aloha while enjoying the breathtaking views of Diamond Head and the coastline.
Runners will kick off the race on Monsarrat Ave across from the Waikiki Shell, making their way through a scenic route that leads to Kapiolani Park. Participants can look forward to an exciting course that includes a turn onto Kalakaua Ave and a loop around Triangle Park, complete with an aid station to keep everyone energized. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a newcomer, the event offers awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as special recognition for the Stroller Division. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run in paradise and be part of the Aloha Series—sign up for the entire series at a discount or choose to participate in individual races. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Runners will kick off the race on Monsarrat Ave across from the Waikiki Shell, making their way through a scenic route that leads to Kapiolani Park. Participants can look forward to an exciting course that includes a turn onto Kalakaua Ave and a loop around Triangle Park, complete with an aid station to keep everyone energized. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a newcomer, the event offers awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as special recognition for the Stroller Division. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run in paradise and be part of the Aloha Series—sign up for the entire series at a discount or choose to participate in individual races. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
The Chapson 8K is the second race in the three-race Aloha Series.
Packet Pick-up: The day before the race, Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m, Runner's HI, Aiea, 98-199 Kamehameha Hwy c10, Aiea HI 96701
Parking: Parking is not allowed on the Mauka side of Kalakaua Ave from Paki Ave. to just past the finish line. Park in the Waikiki Shell parking lot, the Honolulu Zoo parking lot, or along the street on the Makai side of Kalakaua Ave., Monsarrat Ave., or Paki Ave.
Check-in: If you did not get your race bib at packet pick up on Saturday, pick up your bib on race day at the check-in tent near the Bandstand. If you purchased a race shirt, it will be available, too.
The Course: The start is on Monsarrat Ave across from the Waikiki Shell, proceed makai (toward the ocean) to turn left on Kalakaua Ave. going past the finish line, right onto Paki Ave. directly onto Diamond Head Road to Triangle Park (also Fort Ruger Park and Operation Red Wings Medal of Honor Park) where there will be an aid station, left on Paikau St. and left again on Diamond Head Road (circling the park in a counterclockwise direction), back over Diamond Head Road to the Finish Line at Kapiolani Park.
Awards: There will be awards for the top 3 overall male and female finishers as well as 5-year age groups. There also will be awards for the top 3 overall in the Stroller Division.
Shirt: A race series shirt may be purchased separately during your on-line registration - there is no separate shirt for each race.
SIGN UP FOR THE ENTIRE ALOHA SERIES
YOU MAY ENTER THE ENTIRE 3-RACE SERIES AT A DISCOUNT, OR YOU MAY ENTER THE INDIVIDUAL RACES.
-THE FIRST RACE IS THE BOB & RON'S MANOA 5K. THE RACE ROUTE WILL START AND FINISH AT THE MANOA VALLEY RECREATION CENTER.
-THE SECOND RACE IS THE CHAPSON DIAMOND HEAD DASH 8K WHICH STARTS AND FINISHES AT KAPIOLANI PARK.
-THE THIRD RACE IN THE SERIES IS THE JOHNNY FAERBER 10K WHICH ALSO STARTS AND FINISHES AT KAPIOLANI PARK.
Packet Pick-up: The day before the race, Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m, Runner's HI, Aiea, 98-199 Kamehameha Hwy c10, Aiea HI 96701
Parking: Parking is not allowed on the Mauka side of Kalakaua Ave from Paki Ave. to just past the finish line. Park in the Waikiki Shell parking lot, the Honolulu Zoo parking lot, or along the street on the Makai side of Kalakaua Ave., Monsarrat Ave., or Paki Ave.
Check-in: If you did not get your race bib at packet pick up on Saturday, pick up your bib on race day at the check-in tent near the Bandstand. If you purchased a race shirt, it will be available, too.
The Course: The start is on Monsarrat Ave across from the Waikiki Shell, proceed makai (toward the ocean) to turn left on Kalakaua Ave. going past the finish line, right onto Paki Ave. directly onto Diamond Head Road to Triangle Park (also Fort Ruger Park and Operation Red Wings Medal of Honor Park) where there will be an aid station, left on Paikau St. and left again on Diamond Head Road (circling the park in a counterclockwise direction), back over Diamond Head Road to the Finish Line at Kapiolani Park.
Awards: There will be awards for the top 3 overall male and female finishers as well as 5-year age groups. There also will be awards for the top 3 overall in the Stroller Division.
Shirt: A race series shirt may be purchased separately during your on-line registration - there is no separate shirt for each race.
SIGN UP FOR THE ENTIRE ALOHA SERIES
YOU MAY ENTER THE ENTIRE 3-RACE SERIES AT A DISCOUNT, OR YOU MAY ENTER THE INDIVIDUAL RACES.
-THE FIRST RACE IS THE BOB & RON'S MANOA 5K. THE RACE ROUTE WILL START AND FINISH AT THE MANOA VALLEY RECREATION CENTER.
-THE SECOND RACE IS THE CHAPSON DIAMOND HEAD DASH 8K WHICH STARTS AND FINISHES AT KAPIOLANI PARK.
-THE THIRD RACE IN THE SERIES IS THE JOHNNY FAERBER 10K WHICH ALSO STARTS AND FINISHES AT KAPIOLANI PARK.
Races
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Chapson Diamond Head Dash 8K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
Sun 17th January 2027 (7:00AM HST)
$43.40
This is the second race in the three-race Aloha Series -
Stroller Division - Chapson Diamond Head Dash 8K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Long-Sleve T-Shirt
Sun 17th January 2027 (7:00AM HST)
$43.40
This is the second race in the three-race Aloha Series
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