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LavaKids Aquathonn & Keiki Dash

Sat, Apr 3, 2027, 8:30 AM HST

Location
Waikoloa, HI
69-425 Waikōloa Beach Drive, 96738
Type
SWIMRUN
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A supportive swim/run event for young athletes in a protected lagoon, benefiting youth sports development on Hawaii Island.

  • For a Cause

The LavaKids Aquathon is a youth swim/run event held in a protected lagoon at the Hilton Waikoloa Beach Resort. Designed for ages 7-14 with varying distances, it also includes a Keiki Dash for children aged 6 and under. This event serves as a fundraiser for LavaKids, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to supporting youth development in sports across Hawaii Island communities. It's a wonderful opportunity for young athletes to participate while contributing to a meaningful cause.

What to expect

  • A fun swim/run experience for kids in a calm, protected lagoon.
  • Age-specific courses: 100m swim/1k run for 7-10 year olds, 200m swim/2k run for 11-14 year olds.
  • A special 1k Keiki Dash for children aged 6 and under.

Standout details

  • Protected lagoon setting
  • Supports youth sports development
  • Multiple age-group distances
  • Keiki Dash for young children

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Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1K

    Sat, Apr 3, 8:30 AM HST · From $22.20

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 2:26 AM HST · Closes Apr 2, 2027, 10:00 AM HST

  • 1.1K

    Sat, Apr 3, 8:30 AM HST · From $69.90

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 2:26 AM HST · Closes Apr 2, 2027, 10:00 AM HST

  • 1.1K

    Sat, Apr 3, 8:30 AM HST · From $38.10

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 2:26 AM HST · Closes Apr 2, 2027, 10:00 AM HST

+ 2 more options
  • 2.2K

    Sat, Apr 3, 8:30 AM HST · From $69.90

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 2:26 AM HST · Closes Apr 2, 2027, 10:00 AM HST

  • 2.2 Miles

    Sat, Apr 3, 8:30 AM HST · From $38.10

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 2:26 AM HST · Closes Apr 2, 2027, 10:00 AM HST

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From the organizer

LavaKids Aquathon is a swim/run event on the Saturday before the Lavaman Triathlon. It takes place in a protected lagoon at the Hilton Waikoloa Beach Resort.

Short course for ages 7-10: 100 meter swim, 1k run.

Long course for ages 11 - 14: 200 meter swim, 2k run.

Keiki Dash is a 1k run for kids 6 and under.

Lavakids is an 501c3 nonprofit organization. All event revenue goes to support youth development in sport in the local communities of Hawaii Island.

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