Marathon Readiness Series
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2025 Marathon Readiness Series : Honolulu, HI
The BioAstin Marathon Readiness Series takes place on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Honolulu, HI 96815. The series is presented by Shaka Racing and owned by Mid Pacific Road Runner's Club. The series includes four lead-up races ahead of the Honolulu Marathon, plus a bonus non-competitive longer run to be announced.
Distances in the series:
- 15K (Boca Norman Tamanaha at Kapiolani Park)
- 20K (Runner's HI at Kalaeloa)
- Half marathon (ULOHA Kailua Half Marathon)
- Half marathon (Running Room Val Nolasco Half Marathon)
Series details, updates, and registration
Organizers list several event updates for 2025: porta potties at events, custom performance finisher shirts for the longer distances (not for the 5K), upgraded finisher medals for each event, and a new Team / Running Club category with associated perks and awards. The Kailua course returns to Kailua Beach Park and the 20K course may change within the same area.
Packet pickup dates and locations are posted for each race. Examples:
- Runners' HI 20K: Aug 29 and Aug 30 at Runners' HI stores.
- ULOHA Kailua Half Marathon: Sept 26 and Sept 27 at ULOHA locations.
- Running Room Val Nolasco Half Marathon: Nov 7 and Nov 8 at Running Room Kapahulu.
Series registration is listed as closed. Mid Pacific Road Runner's Club members receive a discount on series entries. The first 200 series registrants were to receive an exclusive series hoodie. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.