Thanksgiving on Oʻahu blends tradition with island-style feasts, from buffets and prix fixe menus to scenic dinner cruises — our guide has the best ways to celebrate.
Things to Do for Thanksgiving in Waikīkī, Honolulu, Oʻahu in 2025
Browse this extensive list of Thanksgiving events, activities and celebrations across Oʻahu.
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Tours & Activities to Try This November
Thanksgiving on Oʻahu
Thanksgiving Day in Hawaiʻi takes place on Thursday, 27 November 2025.
Thanksgiving is a cherished federal holiday in the United States. It’s rooted in the tradition of giving thanks for a successful harvest and is now focused on gratitude and family and friend togetherness.
What is Thanksgiving like in Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi?
Some people like to kick off Thanksgiving morning with a Turkey Trot — a fun run held in Oʻahu communities to burn off calories before the feast begins.
While many families in Hawaiʻi gather indoors for a traditional meal, others take advantage of the beautiful weather with an outdoor Thanksgiving picnic or beachside lunch.
No matter the setting, the heart of the holiday is sharing time together and a delicious spread — roast turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce and more.
If you have access to a kitchen during your stay, consider preparing your own Thanksgiving feast. You can have groceries delivered or pre-order a fully-cooked to-go meal for easy pickup.
Prefer dining out? Oʻahu’s restaurants feature festive Thanksgiving promotions, from lavish buffets to themed prix fixe menus — or you can enjoy a scenic alternative like a dinner cruise.
Swap Turkey for a Lūʻau This Thanksgiving
For a special Thanksgiving evening, try a lūʻau. While most stay true to Hawaiian cuisine, some may add Thanksgiving flair. The following lūʻau remain open on Thanksgiving.
- Mauka Warriors Lūʻau
- Ka Moana Lūʻau
- Paradise Cove Lūʻau
- Queens Lūʻau in the Heart of Waikīkī
- Waikīkī Lūʻau with Rock-A-Hula Show
Thanksgiving Meals
Thanksgiving Buffets
TBC November 2025
- Beachhouse at the Moana Thanksgiving Buffet
- Thanksgiving Banquet at The Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu, Turtle Bay
- Thanksgiving Brunch & Dinner Buffets at Plumeria Beach House
- Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet at Orchids
- Thanksgiving Buffet at M.A.C. 24/7
- Thanksgiving Buffet at Side Street Inn Kapahulu
- Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at 100 Sails
- Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at Orchids
- Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet at The Hyatt
- Turkey Special at Duke’s Lane Market & Eatery
Thanksgiving Prix Fixe Menus
TBC November 2025
- Happy Thanksgiving! 3-Course Menu at STRIPSTEAK Waikiki
- Merriman’s Thanksgiving Day Prix Fixe
- Thanksgiving 5-Course Meal at Hoku’s
- Thanksgiving Al La Carte Menu at Arden Waikiki
- Thanksgiving Day 4-Course Menu at House Without A Key
- Thanksgiving Dine-In Specials at Side Street Inn Hopaka St
- Thanksgiving Dinner at The Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu, Turtle Bay
- Thanksgiving Feast at Quiora
- Thanksgiving Holiday Menu at Eating House 1849
- Thanksgiving Plates Available All-Day at DECK. Waikiki
- Thanksgiving Prix Fixe 3-Course Dinner at Basalt
- Tiki’s Thanksgiving Day 3-Course Menu
Thanksgiving To-Go Meals
TBC November 2025
- 53 By The Sea Thanksgiving Standard Takeaway Package
- Diamond Head Market Thanksgiving Sides & Pumpkin Crunch
- Foodland Thanksgiving Dinner From Our Chefs
- Foodland Thanksgiving Premium Turkey Dinner
- Foodland Thanksgiving Prime Rib Dinner
- Foodland Thanksgiving Turkey Breast Dinner
- Liliha Bakery Thanksgiving Bakery Items
- Popeyes Hawaii Cajun-Style Turkey
- Thanksgiving Deluxe Takeaway Package
- Thanksgiving Pre-Order Dinner Meal at DECK. Waikiki
- Thanksgiving-To-Go from Side Street Inn
- Zippys Turkey Packages To-Go
Thanksgiving Events Calendar
Wed 26 November 2025
Fri 28 November 2025
- Waikiki Holiday Parade – Commemorating Pearl Harbor
- Black Friday Deals at Ala Moana Center
- Black Friday Deals at International Market Place
- Black Friday Deals at Royal Hawaiian Center
- Black Friday Deals at Waikele Premium Outlets
Sun 30 November 2025
TBC November 2025
- 2025 Turkey Trot in Honolulu
- Friendsgiving Glowtopia at Wet’n’Wild Hawaii
- Holiday Gift Fair Black Friday Weekend
- Turtle Trot & Triathlon at Turtle Bay
INSIDE TIP: As Thanksgiving approaches, watch for more event announcements and bookmark this page for updates. Some events may require advance reservations or tickets. While we strive for accuracy, please confirm details with organizers as dates, times and pricing may change.
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