The Kauai Marathon
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Event details
The Kauai Marathon & Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, September 6, 2026, in Koloa, Hawaii. Race categories include Marathon and Half Marathon, with kamaaina and active military divisions for both distances. The weekend also includes a Fun Run and a Keiki (children's) Run on Saturday and a Wilcox Health Sports & Fitness Expo with presentations and vendors.
Distances
- Marathon - 26.2 mi
- Half Marathon - 13.1 mi
Course and race weekend features
The course runs along scenic beaches, through jungle sections, and near coastal cliffs. Reviews and event information note hilly sections on the route and multiple aid stations; one source mentions water and aid stations about every 2-3 miles. Volunteers, local performers, and course entertainment such as hula and drumming are part of the event atmosphere. Packet pickup, an expo, and race-day support are listed as race activities.
Community and logistics
The event reports community impact figures: the youth running program has reached 2,209 keiki in 12 years, the event has generated over $52 million in economic impact over 16 years, and more than $280,000 has been distributed to Kauai non-profit groups. Organizer statistics for race day include 9,500 pounds of ice and 1,600 gallons of water provided on the course. Sponsors named include Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, Hawaii Tourism Authority, Wilcox Health, and Kauai Coffee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
