Race for Rescue
- Date Thu 1st October 2026 - Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:30AM HST
- Location Honolulu, Hawaii
- Price $44.76
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Race for Rescue, taking place throughout October 2026 in the breathtaking setting of Honolulu, Hawaii! This annual 5K run, a highlight of the Oahu Search and Rescue's fundraising efforts, will be held on October 31st at Kaiwi Mauka, just outside Hawaii Kai. Participants will enjoy a stunning course that winds up into the valley and back down, providing both a challenging and picturesque run.
In addition to the in-person 5K event, a Virtual 5K option is available, allowing runners from around the world to join in anytime during the month of October. Simply choose your own location and time to complete the 5K, then upload your results online. This event not only encourages fitness and community spirit but also plays a vital role in supporting local search and rescue operations. Join us for this inspiring and scenic run, and be a part of a cause that truly makes a difference!
In addition to the in-person 5K event, a Virtual 5K option is available, allowing runners from around the world to join in anytime during the month of October. Simply choose your own location and time to complete the 5K, then upload your results online. This event not only encourages fitness and community spirit but also plays a vital role in supporting local search and rescue operations. Join us for this inspiring and scenic run, and be a part of a cause that truly makes a difference!
Organiser's Description
The Race for Rescue, Oahu Search and Rescues primary fund raising event, is a 5K run that has been held each year, in October. For 2026, the course will be held at Kaiwi Mauka, at the south eastern tip of Oahu. Located just outside of Hawaii Kai, this stunning race course, winds it's way up into the valley gaining elevation above the golf course, before looping back down hill to the start/finish line.
OSAR relies on this event to fund our organization for the next year, covering costs like insurance, technical rescue gear, and educational supplies. It's the support of our community that allows us to support our community!
This year there will be two different events:
* The RACE FOR RESCUE 5K will be held on October 31st in Hawaii Kai . Enjoy the amazing scenery while you run/walk a 5K out and back. Like last year, this course is not stroller friendly.
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* The VIRTUAL 5K can be run any time during the race window (October 1st - October 31st), anywhere in the world. You simply run/walk 5k at the location and time of your choosing, and then upload your time to the race website.
OSAR relies on this event to fund our organization for the next year, covering costs like insurance, technical rescue gear, and educational supplies. It's the support of our community that allows us to support our community!
This year there will be two different events:
* The RACE FOR RESCUE 5K will be held on October 31st in Hawaii Kai . Enjoy the amazing scenery while you run/walk a 5K out and back. Like last year, this course is not stroller friendly.
*
* The VIRTUAL 5K can be run any time during the race window (October 1st - October 31st), anywhere in the world. You simply run/walk 5k at the location and time of your choosing, and then upload your time to the race website.
Races
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Race for Rescue 5K Trail Walk/Run/Hike
Incl. $4.76 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (8:30AM HST)
$44.76
OPENS 20 JULIn person run/walk. Race will start at 8:30am. -
Virtual Race for Rescue 5K
Incl. $4.76 Fee & Race T-Shirt
$44.76
OPENS 20 JULThis is the VIRTUAL version of our race. If you sign up you can run your race anywhere in the world, during the race window (October 1st - October 25th) and then upload your results.
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