Lavaman Waikoloa Sunset 5k Run/Walk 2027 — Waikoloa, HI

The Lavaman Waikoloa Sunset 5K starts at 5:15 PM, giving you flexibility if you're flying in that day or need time to settle into your hotel. This 5K run/walk takes place in Waikoloa, Hawaii on April 2, 2027, at 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Drive. The entry fee is $35. Whether you're racing or walking, you'll have a straightforward distance to work with after travel. The late afternoon start means you can use the morning to recover from your flight and prepare without rushing through an early wake-up call.
Course & Travel Notes
You'll want to fly into Waimea Kohala Airport, which is just 15 miles from the Waikoloa venue, making it a quick drive to race day. The Lavaman Waikoloa Sunset 5k Run/Walk kicks off at 5:15 PM on April 2nd, so you'll have the whole day to explore before heading to the start—and you can expect beautiful early spring weather with highs around 85°F and lows near 71°F, with only occasional rain. The venue sits right at sea level (46 ft elevation), which is pretty forgiving if you're not accustomed to higher altitudes, and you'll have plenty of daylight left after the race wraps up.
Hotels Near This Race
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for April 2.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Waikoloa, HI. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Lavaman Waikoloa Sunset 5k Run/Walk 2027 — Waikoloa, HI?
Lavaman Waikoloa Sunset 5k Run/Walk 2027 — Waikoloa, HI takes place on April 2, 2027. The race is held in Waikoloa, Hawaii.
Where is Lavaman Waikoloa Sunset 5k Run/Walk 2027 — Waikoloa, HI held?
Lavaman Waikoloa Sunset 5k Run/Walk 2027 — Waikoloa, HI is held at 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Drive in Waikoloa, Hawaii.
Where can I find hotels near Lavaman Waikoloa Sunset 5k Run/Walk 2027 — Waikoloa, HI?
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