The Kauai Marathon
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The Kauai Marathon & Half Marathon
The Kauai Marathon & Half Marathon is scheduled for September 6, 2026, in Koloa, Hawaii. The event includes these distances:
- 26.2 Mi
- 13.1 Mi
Race categories listed include Marathon, Half Marathon, and Kama'aina and Active Military divisions for both full and half distances. The course runs along scenic beaches, through jungle areas, and near coastal cliffs. Weekend events include a Fun Run and a Keiki (children's) Run, plus a Wilcox Health Sports & Fitness Expo and cultural course entertainment such as local dancers and musical groups. Race reviews note aid stations roughly every 2 to 3 miles and volunteer support along the route.
Community impact and logistics
The event reports operational figures such as 9,500 pounds of ice and 1,600 gallons of water used on course on race day. Age ranges recorded for participants show the youngest full marathon entrant at 16 and oldest at 78, and for the half marathon the youngest at 8 and oldest at 94. Community programs and impact numbers include reaching 2,209 keiki through the youth running program over 12 years, more than $52 million in economic impact over 16 years, and over $280,000 distributed to Kauai non-profit groups. Major sponsors named include Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, Hawaii Tourism Authority, Wilcox Health, Kauai Coffee, Alaska Airlines, and Koloa Landing Resort. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.