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Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon

Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon

Laule'a Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course on O'ahu with coastal views and a growing field.

Race Date

Jul 11, 2026

Location

Ewa Beach, HI

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Location
Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
409

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Laule'a Half Marathon, held in the Hoakalei community on O'ahu, presents a flat and fast course designed for personal bests. This event, now in its fourth year, draws participants from across the United States, with recent editions seeing around 234 finishers.

The route winds through the Wai Kai recreation area and adjacent neighborhoods, offering glimpses of Ernie Els' signature golf course and O'ahu's Leeward Coast. While the course is primarily paved road, some runners have noted that sections can be less scenic than anticipated, with occasional views of industrial areas alongside brief ocean vistas.

Despite mixed reviews on scenery and production, the race is growing and offers a unique opportunity to race in Hawaii. The typical winning time hovers around 83 minutes, indicating a competitive field, and the event aims to create lasting memories for participants.

Race-provided description

From the heart of O’ahu’s highly sought after Hoakalei community and Wai Kai, the west side’s newest recreation facility, Aloha Racing brings our 4th annual Laule’a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon!  Along with its sister event in January, Akahai, these flat & fast courses include spectacular views of Ernie Els’ signature golf course (home of the LPGA LOTTE Championship), as well as O’ahu’s breathtaking Leeward Coast at Nimitz Beach.  Athletes will be embraced by the beauty of the island, creating memories to last a lifetime.

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Coastal

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

3.1 Miles6.2 Miles

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size12/15

~204.5 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty3/20

3% returning runners

Course & details5/15

6 timing sources

National draw8/10

runners from 23 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:22:56

Weather0/10

typical high 87°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

74°

Afternoon (High)

87°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.0"

Precipitation

16 mph

Wind

65%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 409 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

409

Median time

2:13:23

Latest turnout

234

States

30

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:20p50 median ≈ 2:103:45

Turnout by year

20242025

'24'25
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon?

The Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon is held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, starting at 5:45 AM.

Where does the Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon take place?

It takes place in Ewa Beach, Hawaii.

What distances does the Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles.

Is the Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon?

HalfRuns has finish records for 409 runners who have completed the Laule'a 5K, 10K & Half Marathon.

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