Oʻahu events · October & 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, because the best way to find your neighborhood is to show up.
Updated October 12, 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).
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October 2026
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Fall Harvest Festival at Waimānalo Country Farms
Oct 12 – Nov 11 · Weekends 9 am–4 pm · weekdays 1–4 pm
Waimānalo
Running now: sunflower fields and fall fun on the Windward side. First come, first served, and the run depends on the sunflower bloom.
More info about Fall Harvest Festival at Waimānalo Country Farms
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Honolulu Pride week
Oct 14–18
Waikīkī & Honolulu
Five days of Pride, from a kick-off pau hana at International Market Place to a Sunday drag brunch. The parade and festival are free; parties and the Hawaiʻi Theatre concert are ticketed.
Event details about Honolulu Pride weekLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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Honolulu Pride Parade & Festival
Sat, Oct 17 · Parade 3 pm · Festival 5–9 pm
Magic Island → Kalākaua Ave · Waikīkī Shell
The parade steps off from Magic Island and rolls down Kalākaua Avenue to a free festival at the Waikīkī Shell with live entertainment and 70+ community booths. Proud allies, we'll see you there.
Event details about Honolulu Pride Parade & FestivalLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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Hawaiʻi International Film Festival
Oct 21 – Nov 5
Hawaiʻi Theatre (opening night) · Consolidated Kahala
Opening night is Oct 21 downtown, with screenings at Kahala Oct 22–Nov 1. A great way to catch films from Hawaiʻi, Asia and the Pacific.
Event details about Hawaiʻi International Film FestivalLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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Octo-BEAR-fest: Boos & Brews
Sat, Oct 24 · 5–9 pm
Honolulu Zoo Great Lawn
Trunk-or-treat, live music, costume contests and lawn games. Brew tickets are for 21+ with ID.
More info about Octo-BEAR-fest: Boos & BrewsLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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Keiki trick-or-treat at Royal Hawaiian Center
Sun, Oct 25 · Noon–6 pm · costume contest 3 pm
Royal Hawaiian Center, Waikīkī
Trick-or-treat at participating shops (while supplies last), plus a keiki costume contest on The Royal Grove for kids 10 and under.
Event details about Keiki trick-or-treat at Royal Hawaiian CenterLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
November 2026
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Haleʻiwa Pro (World Surf League)
Nov 5–14
Haleʻiwa, North Shore
The North Shore season kicks off. Watching from the beach is free; check surf conditions for daily calls.
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First Friday in Chinatown
Fri, Nov 6 · Evening
Chinatown, Honolulu
Galleries, music, food and people-watching in Chinatown's monthly art night.
More info about First Friday in ChinatownLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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Free Waikīkī fireworks
Fri, Nov 6 · Friday nights
Hilton Hawaiian Village, Waikīkī
Weekly Friday-night fireworks over the water. Grab a spot on the beach early. Also Nov 13, 20 and 27.
Event details about Free Waikīkī fireworksLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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First Saturday: Limu planting with Waimānalo Limu Hui
Sat, Nov 7 · Morning (follows the tide)
Kaiona Beach Park, Waimānalo
Help restore native limu in Waimānalo Bay. Sign the annual waiver first and check the hui's posts for the start time.
Event details about First Saturday: Limu planting with Waimānalo Limu HuiLiving nearby: Kailua guide
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Taste of Waipahu
Sat, Nov 7
Waipahu
A food festival celebrating one of Oʻahu's most flavorful neighborhoods. Close to new homes in Koa Ridge and Hoʻopili.
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Mālama Hawaiʻi Makers Market: Hawaiʻi Kai
Sat, Nov 7
Hawaiʻi Kai
Local makers and gifts in our home neighborhood, a fun early start on holiday shopping.
More info about Mālama Hawaiʻi Makers Market: Hawaiʻi KaiLiving nearby: Hawaiʻi Kai guide
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Honolulu Restaurant Week
Nov 7–15
Restaurants island-wide
Special menus at restaurants around the island. A tasty way to scout a neighborhood before you buy.
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Kamaʻāina Sunday at ʻIolani Palace
Sun, Nov 8
ʻIolani Palace, downtown Honolulu
Free admission for Hawaiʻi residents on a Sunday at the only royal palace in the U.S. Bring your Hawaiʻi ID.
Event details about Kamaʻāina Sunday at ʻIolani PalaceLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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Veterans Day & Makahiki Festival at Waimea Valley
Wed, Nov 11
Waimea Valley, North Shore
Honor veterans and celebrate Makahiki, the Hawaiian season of peace and harvest, in Waimea Valley.
Event details about Veterans Day & Makahiki Festival at Waimea Valley
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Wahiawā Lions Club Veterans Day Parade
Date to be confirmed
Wahiawā
A Central Oʻahu tradition for nearly 80 years, held on Veterans Day in 2025. Watch for this year's date and route.
More info about Wahiawā Lions Club Veterans Day ParadeLiving nearby: Mililani guide
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Koʻolau Night Market
Fri, Nov 13 · Evening
Windward Mall, Kāneʻohe
Food vendors and local shopping on the Windward side, close to MCB Hawaiʻi.
More info about Koʻolau Night MarketLiving nearby: Kailua guide
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ʻOhana Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
Sat, Nov 14
Waimea Valley, North Shore
A family-friendly volunteer day in the valley. Waimea Valley hosts more volunteer days Nov 1, 15, 19 and 28.
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Waikīkī ArtFest
Nov 14–15
Kapiʻolani Park
Island artists and crafters under the trees at Kapiʻolani Park.
More info about Waikīkī ArtFestLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
Nov 19 – Dec 6
Diamond Head Theatre
A holiday musical for the whole ʻohana at Hawaiʻi's oldest community theater.
Event details about How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The MusicalLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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Mililani High School Holiday Food & Craft Fair
Sat, Nov 21
Mililani High School
A favorite Central Oʻahu holiday fair, close to Schofield and Wheeler.
More info about Mililani High School Holiday Food & Craft FairLiving nearby: Mililani guide
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Makoa 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
Sat, Nov 21
ʻEwa Beach
Run or walk the ʻEwa plain. A good one for military families and new west-side neighbors.
More info about Makoa 5K, 10K & Half MarathonLiving nearby: ʻEwa Beach guide
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Kaiwi Coast Run & Walk
Sun, Nov 22
Ka Iwi coast
A scenic run and walk along the Ka Iwi shoreline.
More info about Kaiwi Coast Run & WalkLiving nearby: Hawaiʻi Kai guide
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Turkey Trot Fun Run
Thu, Nov 26
Honolulu
Earn your Thanksgiving plate with the Honolulu Marathon Clinic's fun run (a virtual 10K is also offered).
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Waikīkī Holiday Parade, honoring Pearl Harbor
Fri, Nov 27 · Evening
Kalākaua Ave, Waikīkī
Marching bands from across the country parade through Waikīkī to commemorate Pearl Harbor and honor those who served.
Event details about Waikīkī Holiday Parade, honoring Pearl HarborLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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Kapolei City Lights Block Party & Parade
Sat, Nov 28
Kapolei
This year's theme is "Paniolo Nights & Holiday Lights." The City Lights display stays up through Jan 3.
Event details about Kapolei City Lights Block Party & ParadeLiving nearby: Kapolei guide
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PHAMily Fun Day: Santa at the Hangar
Sat, Nov 28
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, Ford Island
Holiday fun with Santa inside a historic hangar on Ford Island, a hit with military families.
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Lā Kūʻokoʻa at Waimea Valley
Sat, Nov 28
Waimea Valley, North Shore
Celebrate Hawaiian Independence Day with culture and history in the valley.
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Aloha Home Market
Sun, Nov 29
Kailua
Home goods, décor and local makers in Kailua town. Fun if you're settling into a new place.
More info about Aloha Home MarketLiving nearby: Kailua guide
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. Snorkel gear is optional.
- Before you goSign the annual volunteer waiver online, and follow the hui's posts for each month's plan.
Fun ways to mālama with 808 Cleanups
808 Cleanups runs beach, trail, and restoration days all over the island, from Kalaeloa to the Ka Iwi coast. Most take two to three hours, and they're a great way to meet neighbors. Sign their waiver once, then pick an event.
This month's cleanups have wrapped up. New dates post often on the 808 Cleanups calendar.
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808 Cleanups: Kalaeloa (Nimitz Beach) Restoration
Wed, Oct 14 · 4–6 pm
Nimitz Beach, Kalaeloa
An after-work restoration session on the west side. Sign the 808 Cleanups waiver before you go.
Event details about 808 Cleanups: Kalaeloa (Nimitz Beach) RestorationLiving nearby: Kapolei guide
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808 Cleanups: Puʻu o Kaimukī Restoration
Fri, Oct 16 · 4–6 pm
Kukuionāpēhā (Puʻu o Kaimukī)
Help restore the native landscape on Kaimukī's hill, with town views as the reward.
Event details about 808 Cleanups: Puʻu o Kaimukī RestorationLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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808 Cleanups: Ulehawa Beach Park
Sat, Oct 17 · 8–10 am
Ulehawa Beach Park, Huliawa Canal
A morning beach and canal cleanup on the Waiʻanae Coast.
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808 Cleanups × Sierra Club: Wāwāmalu Beach Restoration
Sun, Oct 18 · 9 am–noon
Wāwāmalu, Ka Iwi coast
Restore native coastal plants along the Ka Iwi shoreline, just past Hawaiʻi Kai.
Event details about 808 Cleanups × Sierra Club: Wāwāmalu Beach RestorationLiving nearby: Hawaiʻi Kai guide
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808 Cleanups: Queen Liliʻuokalani Botanical Garden
Sun, Oct 18 · 2–4 pm
Queen Liliʻuokalani Botanical Garden, Nuʻuanu
An afternoon of garden care in one of Honolulu's quiet green spaces.
Event details about 808 Cleanups: Queen Liliʻuokalani Botanical GardenLiving nearby: Honolulu guide
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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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