Everything you need for the holidays in Honolulu is in our comprehensive guide. Discover all the top festive events. From Honolulu old-timers to newcomers, our guide ensures a festive season full of wonder and delight.
One of the must-visit attractions during this time is the Honolulu City Lights, where the streets come alive with dazzling decorations and a festive atmosphere. Another highlight is the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade, showcasing a tribute to our nation's heroes with vibrant floats and community spirit. And the Waikiki Trolley Holiday Lights Tour is something you definitely don't want to miss for its unique opportunity to view the island's holiday lights from the comfort of a trolley. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Honolulu
- Kamaaina Sundays at Iolani Palace
- Ali'i Sunday at Kawaiaha'o Church
- Kalani Pe'a's Hawaiian Christmas Show
- Honolulu Symphony Orchestra: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- Waikiki Trolley Holiday Lights Tour
- Honolulu Christmas City Lights Bus Tour
- Islandwide Crafts & Food Expo
- Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace
- Honolulu Marathon
- Hawaiʻi Holiday Craft & Gift Fair
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Honolulu Events Events
Kamaaina Sundays at Iolani Palace (Honolulu) • 0.0 miles
Explore historic Hawaiian monarchy residence with cultural activities
Ali'i Sunday at Kawaiaha'o Church (Honolulu) • 0.2 miles
Celebration of Hawaiian royalty as Christians
Kalani Pe'a's Hawaiian Christmas Show (Honolulu) • 0.3 miles
Four-time GRAMMY winner Kalani Pe'a's annual Hawaiian Christmas celebration.
Honolulu Symphony Orchestra: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Honolulu) • 0.3 miles
Live orchestra accompanies the classic Grinch film
Waikiki Trolley Holiday Lights Tour (Honolulu) • 0.4 miles
Open-air trolley tour of Honolulu's festive holiday lights
Honolulu Christmas City Lights Bus Tour (Honolulu) • 0.5 miles
Double-decker bus tour of Honolulu's festive holiday lights
Islandwide Crafts & Food Expo (Honolulu) • 0.7 miles
Hawaii's longest-running family-run holiday craft fair since 1987.
Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace (Honolulu) • 0.7 miles
Honolulu's premier holiday gift and craft fair
Honolulu Marathon (Honolulu) • 1.2 miles
Iconic Honolulu Marathon with no time limit
Hawaiʻi Holiday Craft & Gift Fair (Honolulu) • 1.9 miles
Discover unique holiday crafts and gifts from local makers.
New Year's Eve Cocktail Cruise & Fireworks Show - Spirit of Aloha (Honolulu) • 2.2 miles
Midnight fireworks viewing from a catamaran
Waikiki New Year's Eve Luau Dinner & Rock-A-Hula Show (Honolulu) • 2.7 miles
Rockin' New Year's Eve celebration with luau and show
Rock-A-Hula Christmas Special (Honolulu) • 2.7 miles
Tribute performances to Elvis and Michael Jackson
Butterfly Tea at The Veranda (Honolulu) • 2.9 miles
Interactive Monarch Butterfly dome and keiki activities
Kalakaua Merrie Mile (Honolulu) • 3.8 miles
A festive one-mile race followed by a beach party.
Kaimuki Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting (Honolulu) • 4.2 miles
Annual parade and tree lighting ceremony
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