Virtual Hapalua and King’s Runner Series

The Virtual Hapalua is open for entry!

Get ready for the Virtual Hapalua and King’s Runner Series, where the race comes to you!

PLEASE NOTE: Virtual King’s Runner 10k and Big Kukini Challenge entries are now SOLD OUT. You can still partake in the Virtual Hapalua race

Enter the Virtual Hapalua 2025

Take on the virtual half marathon and complete your distance however and whenever you like over two months between March 2 and May 9. Every participant receives a race shirt and medal delivered right to their door. Run your race in one go or break it up into multiple sessions—it’s entirely up to you.

Enjoy a fun and flexible way to stay active while celebrating the spirit of the Hapalua. Sign up and bring the aloha vibes to your running journey!

The 2025 Virtual Hapalua and King’s Runner 10k
In the Footsteps of the King’s Runner

Complete the Hapalua and/or The King’s Runner 10k

Which distances will be there be in the Virtual Hapalua?

• King’s Runner 10k
• Hapalua Half Marathon

When can I  submit my race evidence?
March 2 – May 9

Do I have to run the half-marathon in one day?
If you need more than one day to complete the 13.1 miles, simply add up your total time and enter that in the submission field.

Can anyone enter the Virtual events?
Yes, anyone can enter the Virtual Hapalua Festival. 

How do I run a virtual race? How do I track and upload my results?
You can run or walk your virtual race anywhere you choose!
It could be in your neighborhood, on a treadmill or on vacation!

On your chosen race day, track the run using a GPS tracker. You can use any tracker, such as Strava, Runkeeper, Garmin etc. The tracker will measure your time and distance covered. Then upload an image/screenshot of your run as proof to us.
Our team will verify your race and send your event shirt and medal. 

Do I have to run the virtual race on a particular date?
You can run your event distance anytime between March 2 – May 9.

Can I run my virtual race on a treadmill?
Yes!  Just take a photo of the treadmill dashboard showing total time and distance so you can submit evidence of your run. You can also upload a photo of yourself. We love to see where you’re running!

Can I enter more than one event distance?
Yes, you can enter both distances and complete the Big Kukini Challenge.

What is the deadline to register?
If there are still places left, You can register right up until the event closes on May 9. Just make sure to give yourself time to finish the run and upload your evidence. There are entry limits for each event so it’s better to enter early!

Can I register my family and friends to run?
Yes, you can register more than one person under your account.

Can I change my race distance after I register?
Yes, you can switch to another distance if you want. 

If I complete the virtual event, will I get the finishers medals and event shirt?
Yes, we will mail these to your home address.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes, the Hapalua Virtual Festival is a global event; we will gladly ship pretty much anywhere in the world.

Will there be age group awards?
No, since everyone will be running at different places and under different conditions, we won’t do age group awards for the virtual race.