The Honolulu Marathon's Start to Park 10K is the perfect way to experience the incredible start line of the HNL Marathon without committing to the full 26.2 miles. You get the insane fireworks display at the beginning (this was nuts - they were still going off 10 minutes into my race!), the awesome run through Honolulu, and the finish line right in Kapiolani Park where the Marathon finishes. And for the first time this year, it was timed!

Expo and medal were really good - expo had plenty of space, easy access, and a lot of interesting vendors. The medal was outstanding (pic below) cool design, good size, weight, coloring. Definitely a worthy reward.

Scenery - I mean, come on. OK, some of this race (and the Marathon) are run in the dark due to the early start. But seeing the sun come up while running through Waikiki (or immediately after the race depending on your finish) was just awesome.

No complaints - the HNL Marathon crew knows how to put on a great event and adding the 10K to the overall event was a good move. If you can't (yet) commit to the full Honolulu Marathon, the 10K is a great option.