Makoa 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
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Makoa 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
The event takes place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Wai Kai / One'ula Beach in Ewa Beach on Oʻahu. Courses run along the leeward shoreline and are described as flat and fast. Runners leave the Wai Kai facility, follow Keone'ula Boulevard with short turnarounds, and continue onto Kapolei Parkway and Papipi Road for the longer distances before returning to the finish near Wai Kai.
Distances
- 5K and 5K Turkey Trot 100% asphalt.
- 10K 87% asphalt, 13% packed soft surface.
- Half Marathon 94% asphalt, 6% packed soft surface.
The organizer provides measured courses (each measured at least three times), multiple aid stations averaging about one mile apart with water, electrolytes and first aid, and medical support at each start and finish area. Timing uses disposable chips and electronic preliminary results accessible via QR code on race bibs. Finishers receive custom medals and cooling towels; race shirts and post-race meals are optional add-ons. Free race photos and gear check are offered. Awards are three deep overall and by ten-year age groups from 0 to 99. The event benefits Sheep Dog Impact Assistance Hawaiʻi, a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through peer programs.
Volunteers support packet pick-up, course marshalling and meal service; some volunteer roles include perks such as free entries or fundraising credits. Parking is available in paved and gravel lots; attendees are asked to avoid single-use plastic containers to meet the venue sustainability requirements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
