Build progressively
Increase race distance throughout the training season.
2026 MARATHONREADINESS SERIESAND 5K FUN RUNSRegister nowROAD TO 26.2 2026 MARATHON READINESS SERIES
Four progressive Oʻahu road races designed to build your pacing, fueling, endurance, and confidence for marathon day.
AUGUST 9, 2026 • KAPIʻOLANI PARK • HONOLULU
RACE DAY STARTS IN
MADE FOR THE LOCAL RUNNING COMMUNITY
There is no single right way to become marathon-ready. These races give you welcoming, well-timed opportunities to learn what works for you—across familiar Oʻahu roads, alongside runners at every stage of the journey.
Increase race distance throughout the training season.
Practice your pacing, nutrition, hydration, and gear.
Notice your progress and celebrate every finish.
THE 2026 LINEUP
Choose one race or join us for the series. Every start is a chance to learn, connect, and move closer to your goal.
First run in 1978 and named for Hawaiʻi running pioneer Norman Tamanaha, this rolling local classic opens the series on familiar Honolulu Marathon roads.
A flat, fast multi-loop West Oʻahu course—ideal for practicing your Honolulu Marathon pacing.
A scenic and challenging half marathon through Kailua, Lanikai, Kalaheo, Mokapu, and the Kāneʻohe Bay area.
The series finale follows Honolulu Marathon roads over Diamond Head, out to Wailupe Circle, and back to the iconic marathon finish line.

CHOOSE YOUR STARTING LINE
Commit to all four races or choose the events and distances that fit your season.
One registration for all four main events, from the opening 15K through two half marathons.
Choose the races and 5K or main-distance entries that work for your goals and calendar.
Compare individual races ↓The series is run by Shaka Racing and owned by Mid-Pacific Road Runners Club. Registration platform fees may apply where shown.
THIS STARTING LINE IS FOR YOU
New to distance running or a familiar face at the start line, you’re part of the series.
Learn the rhythm of race day with a clear progression.
Enjoy a well-organized goal and good miles with good people.
Use each race to sharpen your strategy and measure progress.
Show up together, support one another, and share the finish.

RUN LOCAL. RUN TOGETHER.
From early mornings at Kapiʻolani Park to the roads around Diamond Head, this series is grounded in the places and people that make running on Oʻahu special.
GOOD TO KNOW
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Yes. Each race has its own Movemint registration page, or you can register for all four events with the $270 series pass.
YOUR NEXT MILE STARTS HERE
Whatever brings you to the start line, we’ll be glad to see you. Join Hawaiʻi’s local running community for the 2026 Marathon Readiness Series.