Kahului Holiday Run and Keiki Dash
Participants can take part in a relaxed 5K run or watch young runners complete a half-mile course. The event features a special dash for young children with no bib numbers or timing pressure. Attendees can also support the local community by bringing non-perishable goods to donate.
What to Expect
Untimed holiday 5K and keiki dash supporting the Maui Food Bank.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Kahului
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Valley Isle Road Runners
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children and casual runners
Vibe
Relaxed and community-minded
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free to VIRR members (discount automatically applied during checkout); non-members $35 until 11/13/2026 and $40 until 12/18/2026. – Get tickets
- Hours: Day-of registration starts at 7:30am; Half Mile Keiki Dash at 8:00am; 5K-ish Run at 8:05am.
Tips & Advice
- Register by November 13 to get the lower non-member rate, because the price goes up after that date.
- Bring a non-perishable food item for the Maui Food Bank, since donations are collected at the race.
- If you haven't registered online, arrive in time for day-of registration, which opens just half an hour before the Keiki Dash.
- Have your little runners ready at the start first, because the Keiki Dash goes off before the 5K-ish run.
- Run at whatever pace suits you, since neither race is timed and there are no awards for either one.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free entry for Valley Isle Road Runners members, with the discount applied automatically at checkout.
- Lower non-member rate when you register by November 13.
- Maui Food Bank drive collecting non-perishable donations at the race.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can run the Keiki Dash?
It's a half-mile race for keiki 8 years and under. There are no bib numbers or run times.
Is the 5K timed?
No. Neither race is timed, and there are no awards for either one. The 5K is billed as a 5K-ish run.
What should I bring?
A non-perishable food item. Donations are collected for the Maui Food Bank.
Can I sign up on race day?
Yes. Day-of registration opens half an hour before the Keiki Dash.
Which race goes first?
The Half Mile Keiki Dash goes first. The 5K-ish Run starts five minutes later.
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