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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- End of Summer Gift Fair
- August 2026 JCCH Craft & Collectibles Fair
- Fleetwood Mask
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- 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
- Hawaiʻi Polo Club: Paniolo Day / Western Theme Day
- Kamaʻāina Sunday at ʻIolani Palace
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- The Oahu Pentathlon 2026
- Waikīkī ArtFest at Kapiʻolani Park
Mon 10 August 2026
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
- Koʻolau Night Market
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
Sat 15 August 2026
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest
- Ewa Carnival
- Hawai’i Heart Walk
- Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival – Keiki Kine at Kahala Mall
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- PHAMily Fun Day: End of Summer
- Craft Fair & Sidewalk Sale at Koko Marina Center
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
- Ewa Carnival
- Hawaiʻi Polo Club: India vs Hawaiʻi
- Les Misérables at Diamond Head Theatre
- Mālama ʻĀina Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
Mon 17 August 2026
Tue 18 August 2026
Wed 19 August 2026
Thu 20 August 2026
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest
- Hānai ‘Āina Forest Restoration Day at Waimea Valley
- Made in Hawai‘i Festival
Fri 21 August 2026
- Best of Hawaii Makeke 2026
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Hawaiʻi Admission Day (Hawaiʻi Statehood Day)
- Made in Hawai‘i Festival
- What the Truck?! at Waikele Center
Sat 22 August 2026
- Best of Hawaii Makeke 2026
- Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest
- Made in Hawai‘i Festival
- 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
- 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
Thu 27 August 2026
Fri 28 August 2026
Sat 29 August 2026
- 50th Annual Honolulu Intertribal Powwow
- Eye Ball 2026: Paniolo Hold ‘Em!
- Honolulu Rainbow EKIDEN 2026
- Summer Concert at Waimea Valley
- 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
- Hawaiʻi Polo Club: Al Lopaka Day / Hawaii Throwback
- Waikīkī Roughwater Swim 2026
Mon 31 August 2026
TBC August 2026
- ALA Hawaiʻi Food Show
- Battle of the Bartenders at International Market Place
- Battle of the Bao
- Bishop Museum After Hours
- Butterfly Tea at The Veranda
- First Friday at Capitol Modern
- First Saturday at Ward Village
- Hawaiʻi Chess Open
- Hawaiʻi Swim Show 2026
- Hawaiian Airlines Wahine Volleyball Classic
- Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival Waikīkī-Style
- Hilton Hawaiian Village: Summer Beer Dinners
- HoMA Events
- Honolulu Maker’s Market
- Island Pulse at Capitol Modern
- Kaiwiʻula Night Market
- Kaneohe Night Market
- Koko Marina Makers Market
- Korean Festival
- Makalauna Celebration
- Mālama Hawaiʻi Makers Market
- MCBH Kāneʻohe Bay Air Show
- Mele Haliʻa “To Recall Fondy”
- Ono Grindz & Mākeke Farmers Market at Wai Kai
- Poi Supper at ʻIolani Palace
- Sea Life Park Hawaiʻi Events
- Sunset on the Beach Free Movie Nights
- The Ewa Carnival
- Tiki in Waikīkī
- University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Volleyball
- Wet’n’Wild Hawaii Events
- 85th Annual Nā Hula Festival
- 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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