Lahainaluna students run one of the aid stations at the 2025 Maui Marathon. Photo courtesy Matthew Thayer

Organizers of the 56th annual Maui Marathon on Sunday are preparing for the largest field of participants to date.

Runners and walkers participating in the West Maui event can pick up their race packets at the Maui Marathon Health & Fitness Expo in the Honoapiilani Ballroom at the Westin Maui Resort & Spa from noon to 6 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. The expo is free and open to the public.

“Participation has continued to build in recent years, and this year is shaping up to be one of our strongest turnouts in a long time,” co-race director Jeremiah Savage said. “That kind of momentum reflects the special connection people have to the Maui Marathon and the experience of coming together on Maui for an event that is about health, community and shared purpose.”

The marathon offers something bigger than just a finish line, Savage added.

“It brings people together through health, perseverance and the spirit of Maui,” he said. “There is a deep sense of community here, and runners feel that. Whether you are a local resident or traveling here for the event, the experience is about challenge, beauty, and connection. It is a race, but it is also a celebration of Maui and the people who make this island so special.”

The race packets include a T-shirt, event bag, race bib with timing chip and a Speed Cup. Participants can also pick up packets on other participants’ behalf by providing a valid ID or written confirmation from the registered runner.

Runners take part in the 2025 Maui Marathon. Photo courtesy Matthew Thayer

Race day will begin with the full marathon at 5 a.m. Sunday at the start/finish line in front of the Outrigger Kaanapali Beach Resort.

The course will follow an out-and-back route with a turnaround near Papalaua Wayside State Park. The half marathon will begin at 5:30 a.m. and start and finish in Kaanapali, turning around just past Launiupoko Park. The courses do not go through Front Street.

The 10K race/walk will begin at 5:45 a.m., followed by the 5K at 5:55 a.m. Course maps are available at MauiMarathon.com.

In addition to packet pickup, the expo will feature a range of local vendors offering wellness products, fitness gear and merchandise. The event is open to runners and community members.

Complimentary self-parking is available at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa for up to 60 minutes, based on availability, for those attending the expo and packet pickup.

“Participants can expect a fun, well-supported race celebrating Maui’s beauty and the running community,” said co-race director Malia Crouse.