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Big Island International Marathon

Name: Big Island International Marathon
Start: 2026-03-15
End: 2026-03-15
Location: Hilo, Hawaii

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calendar_today 15 Mar, 2026

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About the Event

Experience the profound beauty and raw power of Hawai'i at the Big Island International Marathon, unfolding along the ancient coast from March 14th-15th, 2026. This unique race offers a deeply authentic journey on a two-loop, out-and-back course that starts and finishes at the iconic Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, immersing you in lush tropical scenery and Pacific breezes. More than a test of endurance, it's a cultural embrace, beginning with a vibrant expo and packet pickup steeped in local aloha spirit. Choose your challenge from the full marathon, half marathon, 10K, or 5K, each sharing a route where every step connects you to the island's volcanic legacy. Prepare for a race where the rhythmic sound of the ocean accompanies your stride, creating a personal and unforgettable running pilgrimage. Cross the finish line not just with a medal, but with the spirit of the Big Island in your heart.

Races Offered

Marathon

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

terrain

Type — Walking

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06:00

5K

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Walking

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06:15

Half Marathon

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Walking

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06:30

10K

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Walking

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07:00

2 Mile Walk

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 3.2K

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Type — Walking

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07:05

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Hilo.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 18.7° / 24.4°

wb_sunny 19.4° / 24.7°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 9.2 /

water_drop 80.9%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 18.7° / 24.4°

wb_sunny 19.4° / 24.7°

air 9.2 km/h

water_drop 80.9%

About Hilo

Hilo is a town on the Big Island of Hawaii. The county seat and largest city in Hawaii County, Hilo is the one of the best starting points to explore the eastern half of the island, including Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.