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Which races deserve the top spot in each state for 2026?
Hawaii has 7 active marathons this year. Races are most common in December, January, and March. Course terrain for these courses is most often mostly flat or rolling hills. Typical race day temperatures range from 62°F to 80°F.
Popular races include the Honolulu Marathon, Maui Marathon, and Kauai Marathon. 6 certified courses can be great Boston qualifier options. Races with the best Boston qualifying percentages include the Hawaii Bird Conservation Marathon — 13.4% BQ and Maui Oceanfront Marathon — 7.3% BQ.
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Maui Oceanfront MarathonMaui, HI01/17/2027 | ![]() Mostly Flat![]() 206 Finishers |
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Big Island International MarathonHilo, HI03/15/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 139 Finishers |
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Maui MarathonKaanapali, HI04/26/2026 | ![]() Mostly Flat![]() 420 Finishers |
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Kona MarathonKailua-Kona, HI07/04/2026 | ![]() Rolling Hills![]() 125 Finishers |
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Kauai MarathonPoipu, HI09/06/2026 | ![]() Very Hilly![]() 319 Finishers |
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Honolulu MarathonHonolulu, HI12/13/2026 | ![]() Mostly Flat![]() 22,745 Finishers |
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Hawaii Bird Conservation MarathonHilo, HI12/20/2026 | ![]() Downhill![]() 112 Finishers |
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