Get ready for a vibrant running experience at the Luau 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, arriving Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Stockstill Park in scenic Branson, Missouri. Offering distances for every runner, this event features a 5K, 10K, and a Half Marathon, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Taney County. Typical race day conditions in early May present comfortable highs around 77°F and lows around 52°F, with a 21% chance of precipitation.

The course for all distances follows an out-and-back format. The 5K runners will complete a 0.78-mile out-and-back twice, while the 10K participants will tackle it four times. For those taking on the Half Marathon, the challenge involves six repetitions of a 2.18-mile out-and-back segment, totaling approximately 13.08 miles. Given the course structure and feedback from previous events by this organizer, runners should be prepared for aid stations primarily located near the start/finish area, and plan their hydration strategies accordingly, especially as sections of the course may offer limited shade. Half Marathoners have a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Adding to the festive atmosphere, packet pickup begins 30 minutes before the 8:00 AM CDT start time; note that on-site registration will not be available. All finishers will be awarded a commemorative medal, and runners showing the most aloha spirit in costume can vie for a special award, making this a fun-filled community event.