Windward Half Marathon & 5K
- Date Sun 22nd March 2026
- Time 6:00AM HST
- Location Kailua, Hawaii
- Price $48.70 - $85.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Windward Half Marathon & 5K on Sunday, March 22, 2026, set against the stunning backdrop of the Ko'olau Mountains at Kailua District Park in Honolulu. This vibrant event offers two exciting race distances: the challenging half marathon starting at 6:00 a.m. and the spirited 5K kicking off just five minutes later at 6:05 a.m. Runners will enjoy a well-marked course with five aid stations for the half marathon and one for the 5K, ensuring everyone stays hydrated and energized throughout the race.
Packet pick-up is conveniently scheduled for Saturday, March 21, from 1 PM to 3 PM at Aloha Friday Wheelworks, with additional options available on race day starting at 5 AM. With limited parking at Kailua District Park and ample additional spaces nearby, participants can easily access the event. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while soaking in the beauty of Kailua—mark your calendars for a day filled with fitness, fun, and fantastic views!
Packet pick-up is conveniently scheduled for Saturday, March 21, from 1 PM to 3 PM at Aloha Friday Wheelworks, with additional options available on race day starting at 5 AM. With limited parking at Kailua District Park and ample additional spaces nearby, participants can easily access the event. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while soaking in the beauty of Kailua—mark your calendars for a day filled with fitness, fun, and fantastic views!
Organiser's Description
THE WINDWARD HALF MARATHON & 5K WILL BE HELD AT KAILUA DISTRICT PARK THIS YEAR, ADJACENT TO THE KAILUA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL. THE COURSE FOLLOWS THE USUAL ROUTE, WITH THE BEAUTIFUL KO`OLAU MOUNTAINS AS THE BACKDROP.
PACKET PICK UP:
1. SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 1-3 PM, AT ALOHA FRIDAY WHEELWORKS, 326 KUULEI RD, KAILUA. THE SHOP FACES THE MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT IN THE BACK, ACCESSIBLE FROM BOTH MALUNIU AVE. AND AULIKE ST.
2. SUNDAY, RACE DAY PICK-UP STARTING AT 5AM.
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ONSITE REGISTRATION AT SATURDAY PACKET PICK-UP AND SUNDAY, MARCH 22 IS CASH ONLY, UNLESS YOU REGISTER ONLINE.
START TIMES: HALF MARATHON - 6:00 A.M., 5K - 6:05 A.M.
TIMING: YOUR TIMING CHIP IS ON YOUR BIB NUMBER. YOUR BIB NUMBER MUST BE VISIBLE FROM THE FRONT. NO FINISH TIME WITHOUT IT.
PRE-RACE INSTRUCTIONS: PRE-RACE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE HALF MARATHON AND FOR THE 5K WILL BE GIVEN AT APPROXIMATELY 5:45 A.M. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT YOU HEAD TO THE START LINE FOR THE CORRECT RACE.
COURSE: START IN FRONT OF KAILUA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL. THE HALF MARATHON GOES TOWARDS KAILUA ROAD. THE 5K GOES IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION TOWARD KAINUI DR. THERE WILL BE POLICE AND COURSE MARSHALS ALL ALONG THE COURSE. THERE ARE 5 AID STATIONS ON THE HALF MARATHON COURSE AND 1 AID STATION ON THE 5K COURSE. THE COURSE CLOSES AT 10:00 A.M. ANY PARTICIPANTS STILL ON THE COURSE MUST MOVE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY AND MAY FINISH THE RACE BUT MUST OBEY TRAFFIC LAWS. THE FINISH LINE WILL CLOSE AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 A.M. OR WHEN THE LAST FINISHER COMES IN, WHICHEVER IS FIRST.
PARKING: LIMITED PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT KAILUA DISTRICT PARK. ADDITIONAL AMPLE PARKING IS LOCATED AT KAILUA LIBRARY AND ALONG SIDE STREETS. THERE IS PARKING BEHIND LONGS AND YOU CAN WALK ACROSS THE OPEN FIELD. THERE ARE TWO METERED PUBLIC PARKING LOTS IN KAILUA: ONE IS OFF MALUNIU AT THE KAILUA BUSINESS CENTER, THE OTHER IS A PARKING STRUCTURE OFF AULIKE BEHIND MCDONALDS.
RESTROOMS: RESTROOMS AND PORT-A-POTTIES ARE LOCATED AT KAILUA DISTRICT PARK. THERE ARE ALSO PUBLIC RESTROOMS ON THE HALF MARATHON COURSE AT ENCHANTED LAKE COMMUNITY PARK.
PACKET PICK UP:
1. SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 1-3 PM, AT ALOHA FRIDAY WHEELWORKS, 326 KUULEI RD, KAILUA. THE SHOP FACES THE MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT IN THE BACK, ACCESSIBLE FROM BOTH MALUNIU AVE. AND AULIKE ST.
2. SUNDAY, RACE DAY PICK-UP STARTING AT 5AM.
.
ONSITE REGISTRATION AT SATURDAY PACKET PICK-UP AND SUNDAY, MARCH 22 IS CASH ONLY, UNLESS YOU REGISTER ONLINE.
START TIMES: HALF MARATHON - 6:00 A.M., 5K - 6:05 A.M.
TIMING: YOUR TIMING CHIP IS ON YOUR BIB NUMBER. YOUR BIB NUMBER MUST BE VISIBLE FROM THE FRONT. NO FINISH TIME WITHOUT IT.
PRE-RACE INSTRUCTIONS: PRE-RACE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE HALF MARATHON AND FOR THE 5K WILL BE GIVEN AT APPROXIMATELY 5:45 A.M. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT YOU HEAD TO THE START LINE FOR THE CORRECT RACE.
COURSE: START IN FRONT OF KAILUA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL. THE HALF MARATHON GOES TOWARDS KAILUA ROAD. THE 5K GOES IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION TOWARD KAINUI DR. THERE WILL BE POLICE AND COURSE MARSHALS ALL ALONG THE COURSE. THERE ARE 5 AID STATIONS ON THE HALF MARATHON COURSE AND 1 AID STATION ON THE 5K COURSE. THE COURSE CLOSES AT 10:00 A.M. ANY PARTICIPANTS STILL ON THE COURSE MUST MOVE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY AND MAY FINISH THE RACE BUT MUST OBEY TRAFFIC LAWS. THE FINISH LINE WILL CLOSE AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 A.M. OR WHEN THE LAST FINISHER COMES IN, WHICHEVER IS FIRST.
PARKING: LIMITED PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT KAILUA DISTRICT PARK. ADDITIONAL AMPLE PARKING IS LOCATED AT KAILUA LIBRARY AND ALONG SIDE STREETS. THERE IS PARKING BEHIND LONGS AND YOU CAN WALK ACROSS THE OPEN FIELD. THERE ARE TWO METERED PUBLIC PARKING LOTS IN KAILUA: ONE IS OFF MALUNIU AT THE KAILUA BUSINESS CENTER, THE OTHER IS A PARKING STRUCTURE OFF AULIKE BEHIND MCDONALDS.
RESTROOMS: RESTROOMS AND PORT-A-POTTIES ARE LOCATED AT KAILUA DISTRICT PARK. THERE ARE ALSO PUBLIC RESTROOMS ON THE HALF MARATHON COURSE AT ENCHANTED LAKE COMMUNITY PARK.
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd March 2026 (6:00AM HST)
$85.80
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5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd March 2026 (6:05AM HST)
$48.70
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Half Marathon Strollers
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd March 2026 (6:00AM HST)
$85.80
Strollers are to start in the back of the pack at the start. Please use a stroller specifically made for running. -
5K Strollers
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd March 2026 (6:05AM HST)
$48.70
Strollers are to start in the back of the pack at the start. Please use a stroller specifically made for running.
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Kailua District Park, 21 South Kainalu Drive, Kailua, 96734, HI, United States
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