During an August visit to Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, enjoy Honolulu events such as Duke’s OceanFest, the Korean Festival and the Okinawan Festival.
Things to Do in Waikīkī, Honolulu, Oʻahu in August 2026
Browse this extensive list of festivals and events happening across Oʻahu in August 2026.
Top August Tours
Various August 2026
- Blue Note Hawaii August Line-Up
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest (14-24 Aug)
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre (31 Jul-16 Aug)
- Mixology Month at International Market Place
- Oʻahu Markets Schedule
- Obon Season Events in Oʻahu
- Royal Hawaiian Band Performances
Sat 1 August 2026
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- Na Mele Ko Olina at Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club
- The Aloha Card Show 2026
Sun 2 August 2026
Thu 6 August 2026
- Hiroshima Observances
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
Fri 7 August 2026
- 2026 Hawai’i International Cup Soccer Tournament
- First Friday Hawaiʻi in Chinatown
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
Sat 8 August 2026
- 2026 Hawai’i International Cup Soccer Tournament
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- National SPAM® Musubi Day
- The Oahu Pentathlon 2026
- Waikīkī ArtFest at Kapiʻolani Park
Sun 9 August 2026
- 2026 Hawai’i International Cup Soccer Tournament
- Aliʻi Sunday at Kawaiahaʻo Church
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- The Oahu Pentathlon 2026
- Waikīkī ArtFest at Kapiʻolani Park
Wed 12 August 2026
- Perseid Meteor Shower in Hawaiʻi
Thu 13 August 2026
- Don Ho’s Birthday
- Perseid Meteor Shower in Hawaiʻi
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
Fri 14 August 2026
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
Sat 15 August 2026
Top August Experiences
Whale Watch Cruise
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Spot for humpback whales, turtles & dolphins
- Large vessel with indoor & outdoor viewing
- A naturalist provides informative commentary
- Bring snacks or purchase snacks onboard
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Deluxe Snorkel & Wildlife Cruise
- An ocean playground experience!
- Features a water slide & more
- Includes snacks & soda (no alcohol)
- Recommended for ages 3+
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Sun 16 August 2026
Mon 17 August 2026
Tue 18 August 2026
Wed 19 August 2026
Thu 20 August 2026
Fri 21 August 2026
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Hawaiʻi Admission Day (Hawaiʻi Statehood Day)
Sat 22 August 2026
Sun 23 August 2026
Mon 24 August 2026
Fri 28 August 2026
Sat 29 August 2026
Sun 30 August 2026
- 50th Annual Honolulu Intertribal Powwow
- Aliʻi Sunday at Kawaiahaʻo Church
- Waikīkī Roughwater Swim 2026
TBC August 2026
- 30th Annual Southwest Airlines Walk in the Country
- 85th Annual Nā Hula Festival
- ALA Hawaiʻi Food Show
- August 2026 Craft & Collectibles Fair
- Battle of the Bartenders at International Market Place
- Battle of the Bao
- Bishop Museum After Hours
- Butterfly Tea at The Veranda
- Craft Fair & Sidewalk Sale at Koko Marina Center
- Diamond Head Theatre
- First Friday at Capitol Modern
- First Saturday at Ward Village
- Goodwill Goes Glam! Sale
- Hawaiʻi Chess Open
- Hawaii Polo Club: Events
- Hawaiʻi Swim Show 2026
- Hawaiian Airlines Wahine Volleyball Classic
- Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival Waikīkī-Style
- Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival – Keiki Kine at Kahala Mall
- Hilton Hawaiian Village: Summer Beer Dinners
- HoMA Events
- Honolulu Maker’s Market
- Island Craft Fair & Events
- Island Pulse at Capitol Modern
- Kaiwiʻula Night Market
- Kaneohe Night Market
- Kennedy Theatre
- Koʻolau Night Market
- Koko Marina Makers Market
- Korean Festival
- Kumu Kahua Theatre
- Made in Hawaiʻi Festival
- Makalauna Celebration
- Mālama Hawaiʻi Makers Market
- Mānoa Valley Theatre
- MCBH Kāneʻohe Bay Air Show
- Mele Haliʻa “To Recall Fondy”
- Okinawan Festival
- Ono Grindz & Mākeke Farmers Market at Wai Kai
- Poi Supper at ʻIolani Palace
- Prince Waikiki Summer Flix
- Sea Life Park Hawaiʻi Events
- Sunset on the Beach Free Movie Nights
- The Ewa Carnival
- Tiki in Waikīkī
- University of Hawaiʻi Men’s Football
- University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Volleyball
- Waikīkī Film Awards
- Waikiki Makers Market
- Waikīkī Shell Events
- Waimea Valley: Summer Concerts
- What the Truck?! at Waikele Center
- Wet’n’Wild Hawaii Events
INSIDE TIP: As August 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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