
HOST Park's 2027 Cold Start Warm Finish Family Fun Run/Walk & Canicross is a running race on January 9, 2027 in Kailua Kona, HI, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Open to the community, seasoned runners, health enthusiasts, dog runners, or those looking to start the new year right are welcome to participate! Partnering with Aloha Tri Sports and JTL Timing, runners will get their "cold start" with a splash of HOST Park's deep seawater while running along the Kona coastline and end with a "warm finish" as they cross the line and join the energetic celebration, complete with music and a community wellness party! The starting point is near the Mauka Research Campus gate. Makako Bay Drive will be closed to the general public for this exciting event.
Let's rock this place! While the runners and dogs hit the course, you can join the party at our Health and Wellness Fair!
Everyone is welcome to join the fun and discover local wellness programs, healthy dietary goods, and mental health resources available right here in our community. Keikis can join in the bubble party after the keiki dash, courtesy of Hawaii Keiki Museum.
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
11%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kailua Kona Ke-Ahole Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
5,952 ft
Nearest Airport
KOA
Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole · 23 mi
Time Zone
Hawaii-Aleutian Time
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HOST Park's 2027 Cold Start Warm Finish Family Fun Run/Walk & Canicross
Jan 9, 2027