Na Heihei A Ola - Waimea Town Celebration Fun Run
- Date Sat 21st February 2026
- Time 6:30AM HST
- Location Waimea, Hawaii
- Price $32.80 - $54.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 49th Annual Waimea Town Celebration Fun Run, Na Heihei A Ola, taking place on Saturday, February 21st, 2026, in the beautiful Waimea, Kauai. This exciting event offers five race distances, ensuring there's something for everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual participant. All races kick off at the stunning Pa'ula'ula State Historic Site, with check-in beginning at 5:30 AM and the first race starting at 7:00 AM.
Join the vibrant community spirit as we come together to promote wellness and sustainability! This year, instead of traditional free event t-shirts, participants can bring their own shirts or choose from a limited selection for live screen printing, adding a unique touch to your race experience. After crossing the finish line, be sure to stick around for the award ceremony and a delightful pa'ina celebration. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the scenic beauty of Kauai while supporting youth sports and health programs. Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and let’s make this event a day to remember!
Join the vibrant community spirit as we come together to promote wellness and sustainability! This year, instead of traditional free event t-shirts, participants can bring their own shirts or choose from a limited selection for live screen printing, adding a unique touch to your race experience. After crossing the finish line, be sure to stick around for the award ceremony and a delightful pa'ina celebration. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the scenic beauty of Kauai while supporting youth sports and health programs. Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and let’s make this event a day to remember!
Organiser's Description
Join us on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST, 2026 for the 49th Annual Waimea Town Celebration Fun Run: Na Heihei a Ola. We have 5 races to choose from and we can't wait to see you all there!
*PLEASE READ: FOR ALL VISITORS- THIS EVENT IS IN WAIMEA ON THE ISLAND OF KAUA'I. PLEASE CONFIRM YOU ARE VISITING THE CORRECT ISLAND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT. MAHALO! (AIRPORT= LIH -LIHUE)
AS AN ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON WELLNESS AND SUSTAINABILITY, WE ARE ALWAYS TAKING STEPS TO REDUCE OUR WASTE AND ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT. WITH THAT IN MIND, WE WILL NO LONGER HAVE FREE EVENT T-SHIRT GIVEAWAYS WITH REGISTRATION. IN LIEU OF EVENT SHIRTS WE WILL HAVE A SCREEN PRINTING STATION WITH LIMITED FREE SHIRTS AVAILABLE, OR YOU CAN BRING YOUR OWN SHIRT, BAG, PAREO, ETC. TO HAVE PRINTED LIVE! MAHALO FOR SUPPORTING OUR FUNDRAISING GOALS SO WE CAN CONTINUE TO PROVIDE YOUTH SPORTS AND HEALTH PROGRAMS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!
PACKET PICKUP: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH from 4-9pm at the WTC Ho'olaule'a
REGISTRATION CLOSES: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH *_no race-day registration_
RACE DAY: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST, CHECK IN BEGINS AT 5:30AM AND CLOSES AT 6:30AM WITH LAST BUS, RACE START AT 7AM (ALL DISTANCES)
ROUTE INFO - all distances begin at Pa'ula'ula State Historic Site. Check in will be at the Waimea Plantation Cottages, with parking available across the Cottages entrance at the ball park, as well as on the highway by the Cottages. _No parking allowed at Pa'ula'ula. _We will bus runners to the starting line during check-in. Last bus will leave at 6:30am. All distances end back at the Plantation Cottages. Please plan to stay for our award ceremony and pa'ina after. (If you are currently registered for the road 5k/10k and would like to switch to the Beach route for that amazing sunrise experience, please reach out asap)
Be sure to bring a shirt or other item you'd like to have screen printed to commemorate the event, or choose from the selection available. We will collect them at check-in and print them throughout the morning.
We will post info on our instagrams @iwikua and @makana_training_center so be sure to follow us there for updates. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions and we look forward to seeing all the returning and new faces!
*PLEASE READ: FOR ALL VISITORS- THIS EVENT IS IN WAIMEA ON THE ISLAND OF KAUA'I. PLEASE CONFIRM YOU ARE VISITING THE CORRECT ISLAND IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT. MAHALO! (AIRPORT= LIH -LIHUE)
AS AN ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON WELLNESS AND SUSTAINABILITY, WE ARE ALWAYS TAKING STEPS TO REDUCE OUR WASTE AND ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT. WITH THAT IN MIND, WE WILL NO LONGER HAVE FREE EVENT T-SHIRT GIVEAWAYS WITH REGISTRATION. IN LIEU OF EVENT SHIRTS WE WILL HAVE A SCREEN PRINTING STATION WITH LIMITED FREE SHIRTS AVAILABLE, OR YOU CAN BRING YOUR OWN SHIRT, BAG, PAREO, ETC. TO HAVE PRINTED LIVE! MAHALO FOR SUPPORTING OUR FUNDRAISING GOALS SO WE CAN CONTINUE TO PROVIDE YOUTH SPORTS AND HEALTH PROGRAMS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!
PACKET PICKUP: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH from 4-9pm at the WTC Ho'olaule'a
REGISTRATION CLOSES: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH *_no race-day registration_
RACE DAY: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST, CHECK IN BEGINS AT 5:30AM AND CLOSES AT 6:30AM WITH LAST BUS, RACE START AT 7AM (ALL DISTANCES)
ROUTE INFO - all distances begin at Pa'ula'ula State Historic Site. Check in will be at the Waimea Plantation Cottages, with parking available across the Cottages entrance at the ball park, as well as on the highway by the Cottages. _No parking allowed at Pa'ula'ula. _We will bus runners to the starting line during check-in. Last bus will leave at 6:30am. All distances end back at the Plantation Cottages. Please plan to stay for our award ceremony and pa'ina after. (If you are currently registered for the road 5k/10k and would like to switch to the Beach route for that amazing sunrise experience, please reach out asap)
Be sure to bring a shirt or other item you'd like to have screen printed to commemorate the event, or choose from the selection available. We will collect them at check-in and print them throughout the morning.
We will post info on our instagrams @iwikua and @makana_training_center so be sure to follow us there for updates. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions and we look forward to seeing all the returning and new faces!
Races
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2K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (6:30AM HST)
$32.80
CLOSED2K starts at Pa'ula'ula, across the Waimea bridge, and through Waimea town. Turn left into Waimea Plantation Cottages and through the finish line! -
5K Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (6:30AM HST)
$54.00
CLOSED5K route starts at Pa'ula'ula, across the Waimea bridge, and through Waimea town. Proceed along the highway toward the boat harbor house, then turn around at the flag marked point. Return back to the Waimea Plantation Cottages, turn right into the entrance, and run through the finish line! -
5K BEACH Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (6:30AM HST)
$54.00
CLOSED5K BEACH route starts at Pa'ula'ula, across the Waimea bridge, and through Waimea town along with all other runners. Turn left at Sacred Heart and run through to the beach, then along the upper path of the beach bordering the Cottages property. Continue along to the Boat Harbor, turn back and return to the Cottages property to get back onto the road by Sacred Heart. Turn left back onto the highway, then turn left into the Waimea Plantation Cottages entrance, and proceed through the finish line! -
10K Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (6:30AM HST)
$54.00
CLOSED10K route starts at Pa'ula'ula, across the Waimea bridge, and through Waimea town. Proceed along the highway toward St. Theresa School, then turn around at the flag marked point. Return back to the Waimea Plantation Cottages, turn right into the entrance, and run through the finish line! -
10K BEACH Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (6:30AM HST)
$54.00
CLOSED10K BEACH route starts at Pa'ula'ula, across the Waimea bridge, and through Waimea town along with all other runners. Turn left at Sacred Heart and run through to the beach, then along the upper path of the beach bordering the Cottages property. Continue along to the Boat Harbor, turn back and return to the Cottages. Repeat this loop for a second lap! Once complete your laps, return to the road by Sacred Heart. Turn left back onto the highway, then turn left into the Waimea Plantation Cottages entrance, and proceed through the finish line!
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9400 Kaumualii Hwy, Waimea Plantation Cottages - check in, Waimea, 96796, HI, United States
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