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The Island News report details the traffic disruptions expected on Oahu for the upcoming Honolulu Marathon on December 14, 2025. Major road closures and detours will be in effect throughout Downtown, Kakaako, Ala Moana, Waikiki, Diamond Head, Kahala, Aina Haina, Niu Valley, and East Honolulu, starting as early as 12:30 a.m. and lasting until the afternoon. Several bus routes will also be affected. The article provides specific closure times and locations, advising motorists to expect delays. Contact information is provided for questions regarding traffic closures. The Island News has reported that the Great Aloha Run may have permanently ended. This article was authored by Island News Digital Content Producer Kayli Pascal-Martinez.

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Honolulu Marathon to Cause Major Traffic Disruptions on Oahu

HONOLULU (Island News) – The 2025 Honolulu Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, December 14th, will bring significant traffic disruptions across Oahu. Motorists should expect road closures, detours, and delays throughout the day in Downtown, Kakaako, Ala Moana, Waikiki, Diamond Head, Kahala, Aina Haina, Niu Valley, and East Honolulu.

Road closures and traffic controls will begin as early as 12:30 a.m. in certain areas, with roadways reopening as runners clear each section of the course. Tow-away zones will be in effect from midnight until 5 p.m.

Key closures include:

  • Ala Moana Boulevard: Detoured from Atkinson Drive to Ward Ave from 12:30 a.m. to approximately 8 a.m.
  • Kalanianaole Highway: Restricted access (makai side) from Ainakoa St. to Hawaii Kai Drive from 3:30 a.m. Mauka side will be contra-flowed for two-way traffic.
  • Kilauea Avenue: Eastbound lanes from 18th Ave to Waialae Ave closed from 4 a.m. until runners clear. Westbound lanes contra-flowed.

Access to areas like Kahala Towers, Kahala Hotel and Resort, and Waialae Country Club will be permitted via Aukai Ave and Pueo St. when safe, starting around 11:30 a.m.

Several bus routes will also be canceled or detoured. Riders can contact TheBUS at 808-848-5555 or visit thebus.org for detailed information.

Motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly and expect significant delays. For specific questions about traffic closures, email info@honolulumarathon.org or call 808-221-9534 on race day for traffic-only inquiries.

In other news from Island News, after 41 years, Honolulu’s Great Aloha Run may have crossed the finish line, permanently.

By Kayli Pascal-Martinez, Digital Content Producer, Island News

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