The ʻEat Ponoʻ North Shore 5k/10K Swim is Hawaii's first and only endurance swim race from Sunset Beach to Waimea Bay.
Only one week after the North Shore Challenge 2.3-mile Swim, come trained and ready to participate in the final open water swim event of the summer along the fabled North Shore of Oʻahu.
The 10K swim will start at Waimea Bay at 7am with swimmers going North to the turnaround at Sunset Beach!
The 5K swim will start at Sunset Beach at 8:30am with swimmers following the coastline to Waimea Bay.
Note: this event is made possible, in part, by the support of the "Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation" please visit their website at: http://www.dukefoundation.org/ and support this awesome organization.
Event details and schedule
Please visit www.northshore5kswim.com or www.northshoreswimseries.com/races for all the race details.
The 24th Freedom Run to Raise Awareness of Epilepsy
5K & 10K Timed Run or a 1-mile Untimed Walk, Stroll, Skip, or Roll
💜Join Us for the Freedom Run/Walk – A Celebration of Strength, Hope & Seizure Freedom!
The Epilepsy Foundation of Hawai‘i’s annual Freedom Run/Walk brings together families, friends, and community members to raise awareness and support those impacted by epilepsy.
Freedom means freedom from stigma and fear around seizures — and we’re running (and walking!) together for a more informed, inclusive Hawai‘i.
📍 Event Details
🗓️ Sunday, August 2, 2026
📍 Kailua High School — 451 Ulumanu Dr., Kailua, O‘ahu
🕠 Check-in: 5:30 AM
⏰ Start Time: 7:00 AM sharp
🏁 Choose Your Distance
🏃 10K & 5K Timed Run (chip-timed by Timeline Hawai‘i)
💵 $50 (includes race shirt for adults while supplies last 👕)
👧🧒 Youth 5K & 10K Timed Run (Ages 8–17)
💵 $25 (includes youth race shirt while supplies last 👕)
🚶♀️ 1-Mile Awareness Walk (untimed)
✅ FREE • Open to all ages • Walk, stroll, skip, or roll—everyone is welcome!
🎽 Includes a regular bib (not chip-timed)
👕 Optional event shirt: $15 (while supplies last)
🎁 Perks & Prizes
👧🧒 Keiki Deal: First 100 keiki registrants get a special gift for participating
🎟️ Early Bird Prize: Register by [date] for a chance to win a $200+ gift basket
🧢 Race Day Bonus: First arrivals get a custom embroidered visor
🍧 Cool Down Treat: Registered 5K/10K runners & volunteers enjoy a refreshing shave ice after the race!
🐾 New in 2026: “Bark for Epilepsy” Bandana
Want your pup to join the fun (in spirit)?
🐾 “Bark for Epilepsy” Bandana (Purple Paws Pack) add-on: $15 (limited quantity)
Friendly note for pet lovers: Our host location is a school campus and has a no-pets policy on site. If you bring your furry friend, please keep them leashed and enjoy the designated nearby cheering area. Mahalo for helping us follow campus rules while keeping the spirit of the event fun and welcoming. 💜
🌟 On-Site Fun
🏆 Platinum Partner: Hawai‘i Pacific Neuroscience (HPN)
🎮 Visit sponsor booths for games + health education
🐾 Pet Oasis: Learn about pet seizures & safety (sponsored by Enchanted Lake Pets)
✨ Costume contests: Most Purple 💜 • Best Superhero 🦸 • Best Dressed Pet 🐶 • and more!
💥 Fundraising Incentives
Want to help even more? Fundraise and earn prizes! 🎯
💼 Raise $150: Waist Pack
🚿 Raise $300: [Prize]
🎒 Raise $1,000+: Hydration Backpack
🏅 Awards
🏁 Top Runners (10K/5K — chip timed)
💪 Top Individual Fundraisers
👯 Largest / Most Spirited Team
💜 Most Purple
🐾 Most Creatively Dressed Pet
🦸 Best Superhero Costume
💜 Why It Matters
The Epilepsy Foundation of Hawai‘i (EFH) is the only local nonprofit dedicated solely to epilepsy in Hawai‘i—serving an estimated 14,000 people, including about 2,000 children.
🚑 Seizures are among the top three medical emergencies in schools.
✅ All proceeds stay in Hawai‘i and support local programs, including:
📘 Seizure First Aid training • 🗣️ community education • 🎨 group art & support groups • 👨👩👧 ‘ohana outings • 🤝 referral & advocacy services • 🎤 annual community education conference
EFH’s mission: Improving the lives of people affected by epilepsy through education, advocacy, research and connection.
✅ Register Today
Click Sign Up to register as an individual, join a team, or start a team.
Mahalo for being part of our Freedom Run ‘ohana—let’s run for awareness, inclusion, and freedom from stigma. 💜
The pinnacle of the Hawaii bike racing season, the Dick Evans Memorial Road Race follows a route similar to the original Around Oahu Race. Its distance, 110 miles, is the basis for the Iron Man distance Triathlon. This race is held annual in memorial to Hawaii cycling great Dick Evans. 1987 DEMRR
Race starts at Kalama Valley Shopping Center and proceeds at a neutral, controlled pace through Waikiki, Downtown, Pearl City, and Waipahu. Neutral zone ends as the race proceeds onto Kunia road. Route follows the main highway to Haleiwa, along the North Shore and back to the start via Kaneohe, Waimanalo, and Hawaii Kai. There is a moving police enclosure for the main peloton. Cyclists that fall out of the peloton must obey all traffic rules and regulations. Aid Stations are provided at the top of the Kunia Road climb, in Kahuku, Temple Valley, and at Olomana. Riders of all levels are welcome. A support vehicle is not guaranteed to be able to transport those unable to complete the course. LIMITED mechanical, wheel, and sag wagon support is provided.
This is a limited Race so please register early
Awards:
Perpetual 1st place Trophy for Mens and Womens
Individual awards for Top 3 per category
Perpetual Best Team finish award for the Top 4 Men and Top 2 Women from each team based on placing/points (Must show team name on BikeReg)
Registration
Open Now through Friday, August 21st on BikeReg.com
Entry Fee: $200
All riders must have a USAC Race License, either annual or one-day.
Packet Pickup
Saturday August 22nd at Boca Bike Shop, 330 Cooke St, Honolulu, HI 96813, 1pm - 3pm.
Race Day
5:00 A.M. - 5:25 Rider check-in and late packet pickup.
5:30 A.M. - Rider Meeting
5:45 A.M. - Race Start
Race Finish - Drinks, snacks and Restroom at the Kalama Valley Park (Please no Alcohal in park)
4:30 P.M. - Award Ceremony & Post Race Festivities