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
- Aloha Bricks ’26 (Lego Exhibition) at Bishop Museum (until 31 Dec)
- Blue Note Hawaii August Line-Up
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest (14-24 Aug)
- Hawaiʻi’s Woodshow 2026 (7-29 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
- Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) – World’s Largest International Maritime Exercise (Jun-Aug)
- Royal Hawaiian Band Performances
Sat 1 August 2026
- Aloha Card Show
- First Saturday at Ward Village
- Hawaiʻi Family & Sports Expo
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- Na Mele Ko Olina at Marriot Koolina Beach Club
- The Aloha Card Show 2026
Sun 2 August 2026
- 85th Annual Nā Hula Festival
- Hawaiʻi Polo Club: NYTS / Back to School Waialua Elementary Fundraiser
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- Mālama ʻĀina Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
- The Aloha Card Show 2026
Mon 3 August 2026
Thu 6 August 2026
- Hiroshima Observances
- Kona Nui Nights
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
Fri 7 August 2026
- 2026 Hawai’i International Cup Soccer Tournament
- First Friday at Capitol Modern
- First Friday Hawaiʻi in Chinatown
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks
- HoMA Nights
- Kids’ Foam Party Friday at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- What the Truck?! at Waikele Center
Sat 8 August 2026
- 30th Annual Southwest Airlines Walk in the Country
- 2026 Hawai’i International Cup Soccer Tournament
- August 2026 JCCH Craft & Collectibles Fair
- Butterfly Tea at The Veranda
- End of Summer Gift Fair
- Fleetwood Mask
- Hawai’i’s Shop Local Pop-Up
- Korean Festival
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- Mālama Hawaiʻi Makers Market: Ala Moana Center
- National SPAM® Musubi Day
- ʻOhana Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
- Rebel SoulJahz at Aloha Stadium (Parking Lot)
- 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
- Floatopia Drift at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
- Hawaiʻi Polo Club: Paniolo Day / Western Theme Day
- Hawai’i’s Shop Local Pop-Up
- Kamaʻāina Sunday at ʻIolani Palace
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- The Oahu Pentathlon 2026
- Waikīkī ArtFest at Kapiʻolani Park
Mon 10 August 2026
Tue 11 August 2026
Wed 12 August 2026
- Battle of the Bartenders at International Market Place
- 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 — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Hawaiʻi Comedy Festival: Two Scoops Funny Comedy Variety Show
- HoMA Nights
- Kaiwiʻula Night Market
- Kids’ Foam Party Friday at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
- Koʻolau Night Market
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- Mele After Hours at Bishop Museum
Sat 15 August 2026
- Craft Fair & Sidewalk Sale at Koko Marina Center
- Dive’n’Movie feat. The Last Airbender (PG)
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- Ewa Carnival
- Hawaiʻi Comedy Festival: Family Friendly Improv Comedy Show
- Hawai’i Heart Walk
- Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival – Keiki Kine at Kahala Mall
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- Makalauna Celebration
- PHAMily Fun Day: End of Summer
- The Ewa Carnival
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
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- Ewa Carnival
- Floatopia Drift at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
- Hawaiʻi Polo Club: India vs Hawaiʻi
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- Mālama ʻĀina Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
- The Ewa Carnival
- The Waimanalo Sunset Band at Waikīkī Beach Walk
Mon 17 August 2026
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Volleyball: Hawaiʻi vs Chaminade
- Waikīkī Makers Market
Tue 18 August 2026
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- Jake Shimabukuro at Blue Note Hawai’i
Wed 19 August 2026
- Battle of the Bartenders at International Market Place
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- Jake Shimabukuro at Blue Note Hawai’i
Thu 20 August 2026
- A Night In Old Havana at Vintage Books
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- “Duke” by Moses Goods
- Hānai ‘Āina Forest Restoration Day at Waimea Valley
- Made in Hawai‘i Festival
Fri 21 August 2026
- Aloha Friday Music in the Park: Jenny Yim
- Best of Hawaii Makeke 2026
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Hawaiʻi Admission Day (Hawaiʻi Statehood Day)
- HoMA Nights
- Island Neon Night at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
- Kids’ Foam Party Friday at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
- Made in Hawai‘i Festival
- What the Truck?! at Waikele Center
Sat 22 August 2026
- Battle of the Bao
- Best of Hawaii Makeke 2026
- Dive’n’Movie feat. Animal Farm (PG)
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- End of Summer Spectacular at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
- Hula’s Locker Room: Joystick
- Island Craft Fairs at Koko Marina Center
- Made in Hawai‘i Festival
- Mālama Hawaiʻi Makers Market: Ala Moana Center
- Na Mele Ko Olina at Marriot Koolina Beach Club
- ʻOhana Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
Sun 23 August 2026
- Best of Hawaii Makeke 2026
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- Floatopia Drift at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
- Hawaiʻi Polo Club: India vs Hawaiʻi
- Made in Hawai‘i Festival
- Moon Walk at Waimea Valley
- Rooftop Stargazing at Royal Hawaiian Center
Mon 24 August 2026
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest — Please check the official OceanFest schedule for current event updates.
- Waikīkī Makers Market
Wed 26 August 2026
Thu 27 August 2026
Fri 28 August 2026
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Hawaiian Airlines Wahine Volleyball Classic
- HoMA Nights
- Kids’ Foam Party Friday at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
Sat 29 August 2026
- 50th Annual Honolulu Intertribal Powwow
- Eye Ball 2026: Paniolo Hold ‘Em!
- Hawaiian Airlines Wahine Volleyball Classic
- Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival Waikīkī-Style
- Hawaiʻi Swim Show 2026
- Heiva i Sea Life Park 2026: 4th Annual Celebration of Tahitian Dance
- Honolulu Maker’s Market
- Honolulu Rainbow EKIDEN 2026
- Hula’s Heated Revelry
- Noise Cabinet with Sō Percussion at Capitol Modern
- Summer Concert at Waimea Valley
- Sunset on the Beach – A Minecraft Movie
- The Best of Hawaii’s Best Kitchens 2026
Sun 30 August 2026
- 50th Annual Honolulu Intertribal Powwow
- Aliʻi Sunday at Kawaiahaʻo Church
- Banana Fest Summer
- Dive’n’Movie Matinee feat. Aladdin (PG)
- Floatopia Drift at Wet’n’Wild Hawai’i
- Hawaiian Airlines Wahine Volleyball Classic
- Hawaiʻi Polo Club: Al Lopaka Day / Hawaii Throwback
- Hawaiʻi Swim Show 2026
- Waikīkī Roughwater Swim 2026
Mon 31 August 2026
TBC August 2026/2027
- Kaneohe Night Market
- MCBH Kāneʻohe Bay Air Show
- Poi Supper at ʻIolani Palace
- Sea Life Park Hawaiʻi Events
- Tiki in Waikīkī
- Shakespheare In Love The Play at Mānoa Valley Theatre (15 Jul-1 Aug 2027)
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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