Course & Elevation

The Honolulu Marathon begins at Ala Moana Center and loops around Oahu's coastal perimeter, featuring iconic ocean views along Waikiki Beach and the west-facing coast toward the Waianae Mountains. Runners experience the vibrant energy of Hawaii's capital city blended with scenic coastal vistas, finishing near the starting point with a relatively modest elevation profile.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 24°C

Humidity 65%

Rain Chance 25%

Warm and tropical with consistent trade winds from the northeast. December is the dry season in Honolulu, offering mostly sunny conditions with occasional passing showers. Humidity is moderate for Hawaii's standards.

🏆 Course Record

02:12:51

Mebrahtom Keflezighi (2011)

Registration

Registration Opens June

Registration Closes November

Entry Cost $180-$240

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ The Honolulu Marathon is one of the most popular marathons in the world with international representation exceeding 40%, drawing runners from over 80 countries annually.
▸ Founded in 1973 with only 167 participants, the race has grown to become the second-largest marathon in the United States by participation.
▸ The race gained massive popularity in Japan starting in the 1980s, with Japanese runners now representing approximately 30% of the total field.
▸ Honolulu Marathon finishers receive a stunning lei garland as part of the finisher celebration, celebrating Hawaiian tradition and island culture.

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