Oʻahu events · November 2026
Things to do on Oʻahu this month
Festivals, family days, Pride, veterans' events, and ways to give back around the island. Updated every month by your local team.
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See all eventsSat, Nov 7 · Morning (follows the tide)
First Saturday: Limu planting with Waimānalo Limu Hui
Kaiona Beach Park, Waimānalo · Kailua guide
Help restore native limu in Waimānalo Bay. Sign the annual waiver first and check the hui's posts for the start time.
Event detailsWed, Nov 11 · 10–11:30 am
Wahiawā Lions 80th Veterans Day Parade
California Ave, Wahiawā · Mililani guide
80 years of honoring veterans, with 80+ marching units down California Avenue and a community day after at Kaʻala Elementary.
More infoFri, Nov 27 · Evening
Waikīkī Holiday Parade, honoring Pearl Harbor
Fort DeRussy to Kapiʻolani Park, Waikīkī · Honolulu guide
Marching bands from across the country parade down Kalākaua Avenue to commemorate Pearl Harbor and honor those who served.
Event details
Nothing coming up for that filter in this month.
Mon, Nov 2 · 3:30–5:30 pm
808 Cleanups: Kaupō Hillside Coastal Restoration
Kalanianaʻole Hwy near mile marker 7, Waimānalo side · Hawaiʻi Kai guide
Help restore native plants on the hillside above Kaupō. RSVP is required, and sign the 808 Cleanups waiver before you go.
Event detailsMon, Nov 2 · Mondays 7–9 pm
Rainbow Chorus of Honolulu rehearsal
Unity Church of Hawaiʻi, Diamond Head · Honolulu guide
Honolulu's LGBTQIA+ community chorus meets Monday nights. Listed on the Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation calendar.
Event detailsTue, Nov 3 · 4–6 pm
808 Cleanups: Kaiwi & Wāwāmalu Restoration
Kaiwi coastline, just past Hawaiʻi Kai · Hawaiʻi Kai guide
An after-work session caring for native coastal plants along the Ka Iwi shoreline.
Event detailsWed, Nov 4 · 4–6 pm
808 Cleanups: Kalaeloa (Nimitz Beach) Restoration
Coral Sea Rd, Kalaeloa · Kapolei guide
Restoration on the west side, close to Kapolei and ʻEwa. Sign the waiver before you go.
Event detailsThu, Nov 5 · 8–10 am
808 Cleanups: Kaloko Inlet
Kaiwi coastline · Hawaiʻi Kai guide
A morning cleanup at a favorite Ka Iwi inlet, with ocean views the whole time.
Event detailsThu, Nov 5 · 7:30–9 pm
808 Cleanups fundraiser at Patagonia Honolulu
Patagonia Honolulu, 535 Ward Ave · Honolulu guide
An evening to support island cleanups (suggested $20 donation).
Event detailsNov 5–14
HTA Haleʻiwa Pro surf contest
Haleʻiwa Aliʻi Beach Park, North Shore
Pro surfing on the North Shore, free to watch from the sand. Contest days depend on the surf.
More infoFri, Nov 6 · 4–6 pm
808 Cleanups: Kukuionāpēhā (Puʻu o Kaimukī) Restoration
Ocean View Dr, Kaimukī · Honolulu guide
Help restore the native landscape on Kaimukī's hill, with town views as the reward.
Event detailsFri, Nov 6 · 9 am–1 pm
Culture in AgriCULTURE (Hawaiʻi Food & Wine Festival)
Kākoʻo ʻŌiwi, Heʻeia · Kailua guide
A farm-to-table morning in the loʻi of Heʻeia, part of the Hawaiʻi Food & Wine Festival. Ticketed.
Event detailsFri, Nov 6 · Evening
First Friday in Chinatown
Chinatown, Honolulu · Honolulu guide
Galleries, music, food and people-watching in Chinatown's monthly art night.
More infoFri, Nov 6 · Fridays 7:45 pm
Free Waikīkī fireworks
Hilton Hawaiian Village, Waikīkī · Honolulu guide
Weekly Friday-night fireworks over the water. Grab a spot on the beach early. Also Nov 13, 20 and 27.
Event detailsSat, Nov 7 · Morning (follows the tide)
First Saturday: Limu planting with Waimānalo Limu Hui
Kaiona Beach Park, Waimānalo · Kailua guide
Help restore native limu in Waimānalo Bay. Sign the annual waiver first and check the hui's posts for the start time.
Event detailsSat, Nov 7 · 8 am–noon
Arbor Day & Plant Sale at Waimea Valley
Waimea Valley (Landmark Lot), North Shore
A plant sale with a free tree giveaway. Great if you're planting a yard at a new home.
Event detailsSat, Nov 7 · 4–9 pm
Taste of Waipahu
Waipahu Depot St to Hikimoe St, Waipahu
The 20th annual street food festival, close to new homes in Koa Ridge and Hoʻopili.
More infoNov 7–15
HONOLULU Restaurant Week
Restaurants island-wide
Special menus at restaurants around the island. A tasty way to scout a neighborhood before you buy.
More infoSun, Nov 8 · 9 am–2 pm
Kamaʻāina Sunday at ʻIolani Palace
ʻIolani Palace, downtown Honolulu · Honolulu guide
Free admission for Hawaiʻi residents at the only royal palace in the U.S. Bring your Hawaiʻi ID.
Event detailsNov 10–11
Priced into Paradise homebuyer expo
Hyatt Place at Hoʻopili, ʻEwa Beach · ʻEwa Beach guide
Free homebuyer education and resources (registration required). Nov 10, 3–9 pm and Nov 11, 9 am–3 pm.
More infoWed, Nov 11 · 10–11:30 am
Wahiawā Lions 80th Veterans Day Parade
California Ave, Wahiawā · Mililani guide
80 years of honoring veterans, with 80+ marching units down California Avenue and a community day after at Kaʻala Elementary.
More infoWed, Nov 11 · 9 am–4 pm
Veterans Day & Makahiki Festival at Waimea Valley
Waimea Valley, North Shore
Free admission for active and retired military with ID, plus the Makahiki Festival (9 am–3 pm) celebrating the Hawaiian season of peace.
Event detailsDate to be confirmed
Veterans Day ceremony at Punchbowl
National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific · Honolulu guide
A Veterans Day morning ceremony is usually held here. The 2026 time hasn't been posted yet.
More infoNov 14–15
Waikīkī ArtFest
Kapiʻolani Park · Honolulu guide
Island artists and crafters under the trees at Kapiʻolani Park. Free to browse.
More infoSun, Nov 15 · 9 am–4 pm
King Kalākaua Birthday at Waimea Valley
Waimea Valley, North Shore
Honor the Merrie Monarch with free admission for kamaʻāina (bring your Hawaiʻi ID).
Event detailsNov 20 – Dec 6
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
Diamond Head Theatre · Honolulu guide
A holiday musical for the whole ʻohana at Hawaiʻi's oldest community theater.
Event detailsSat, Nov 21 · 9 am–2 pm
Mililani Fall Food & Craft Fair
Mililani High School · Mililani guide
A favorite Central Oʻahu holiday fair, close to Schofield and Wheeler.
More infoNov 25 – Dec 6
The Book of Mormon (Broadway in Hawaiʻi)
Blaisdell Concert Hall, Honolulu · Honolulu guide
The touring Broadway hit comes to town. Best for adults.
More infoThu, Nov 26 · Morning
Turkey Trot at Kapiʻolani Park
Kapiʻolani Park, Waikīkī · Honolulu guide
Earn your Thanksgiving plate with the Honolulu Marathon Clinic's fun run.
More infoFri, Nov 27 · Evening
Waikīkī Holiday Parade, honoring Pearl Harbor
Fort DeRussy to Kapiʻolani Park, Waikīkī · Honolulu guide
Marching bands from across the country parade down Kalākaua Avenue to commemorate Pearl Harbor and honor those who served.
Event detailsSat, Nov 28 · Block party 5–9 pm
Kapolei City Lights Block Party & Parade
Around Kapolei Hale, Kapolei · Kapolei guide
This year's theme is "Paniolo Nights & Holiday Lights," with vendors, live music, local food and a parade.
More infoSat, Nov 28 · 10 am–4 pm
PHAMily Fun Day: Santa at the Hangar
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, Ford Island
Holiday fun with Santa inside a historic hangar. $5 for kamaʻāina and military with pre-registration.
Event detailsSat, Nov 28 · 9 am–4 pm
Lā Kūʻokoʻa at Waimea Valley
Waimea Valley, North Shore
Celebrate Hawaiian Independence Day, with free admission for kamaʻāina (bring your Hawaiʻi ID).
Event details
Love a beach day? Give back with 808 Cleanups.
Beach, trail and restoration days all over the island, usually 2 to 3 hours. Their cleanups show up above under Volunteer.
Updated October 31, 2026. Dates and times come from each organizer and can change, so check the event page before you go. Photos are for illustration (via Unsplash).
Every first Saturday
Give back with Waimānalo Limu Hui
Waimānalo Limu Hui is a community group restoring native limu (seaweed) in Waimānalo Bay. Volunteers weave and plant limu off Kaiona Beach Park and help care for the Pāhonu pond area.
Next: Sat, November 7 · Sat, December 5- WhereKaiona Beach Park, Waimānalo, on the Windward side.
- WhenThe first Saturday of the month, in the morning. Start times follow the tide, so check the hui's social media the week before.
- What to bringWater, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and clothes and shoes that can get wet.
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Oʻahu events FAQ
Quick answers about things to do around the island.
How often is this Oʻahu events calendar updated?
Every month. We add the next month's events at the start of each month, and events that have already happened drop off the list automatically.
Where can I find free things to do on Oʻahu?
Friday-night fireworks in Waikīkī, Kamaʻāina Sundays at ʻIolani Palace for Hawaiʻi residents, First Friday in Chinatown, surf contests on the North Shore, and community cleanups are all free. Use the Free filter on this page.
How can I volunteer on Oʻahu?
Join Waimānalo Limu Hui's limu planting on the first Saturday of the month, pick a cleanup from the 808 Cleanups calendar, or sign up for a volunteer day at Waimea Valley. Most groups ask you to sign a waiver first.
Are there LGBTQIA+ events on Oʻahu?
Yes. Honolulu Pride in October is the biggest, with a free parade through Waikīkī and a festival at the Waikīkī Shell. We're proud allies and share LGBTQIA+ events here year-round.
What events are good for military families on Oʻahu?
Veterans Day events in Wahiawā and Waimea Valley, the Waikīkī Holiday Parade honoring Pearl Harbor, and family days at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Use the Military & veterans filter.
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