During a January visit to Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, enjoy Honolulu events such as Fukubukuro (lucky bag promotions), the Sony Open and a Tattoo & Art Fest.
Things to Do in Waikīkī, Honolulu, Oʻahu, in January 2026
Browse this extensive list of festivals and events happening across Oʻahu in January 2026.
Tours & Activities to Try This January
Various January 2026
- Blue Note Hawaii January Line-Up
- Muʻumuʻu Month
- New Year’s Eve Events in Oʻahu
- Oʻahu Markets Schedule
- Royal Hawaiian Band Performances
- The Eddie Big Wave Invitational (Dec-Mar)
- The Last Five Years at Diamond Head Theatre (23 Jan-8 Feb)
- Whale Season (Dec-May)
Thu 1 January 2026
- First Day Hike on Oʻahu
- Fukubukuro Events in Oʻahu
Fri 2 January 2026
Sat 3 January 2025
Sun 4 January 2026
Thu 8 January 2026
- Elvis Presley’s Birthday
Fri 9 January 2026
Mon 12 January 2026
Tue 13 January 2026
Wed 14 January 2026
Thu 15 January 2026
Top January Experiences
Waikīkī Open Bar Sunset Sail
- Catamaran departs off Waikīkī Beach
- Inclusive of champagne, wine & local beer
- Try their famous Holokai Hooch cocktail
- Max. of 49 people per group for age 21+
Waikīkī Morning Coffee Cruise
- Fantastic way to start your day!
- Cruise on Vida Mia as seen in The White Lotus
- Sweet & savory breakfast with local coffee
- 7am & 10am departures available
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Fri 16 January 2026
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Oʻahu International Tattoo & Art Fest
- Polynesian Bowl
- Sony Open in Hawaiʻi
Sat 17 January 2026
- Akahai 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
- Honolulu miniFEST at Slack Key Lounge
- Oʻahu International Tattoo & Art Fest
- ʻOnipaʻa Peace March TBC
- Sony Open in Hawaiʻi
Sun 18 January 2026
Fri 23 January 2026
Fri 30 January 2026
TBC January 2026
- Aliʻi Sunday at Kawaiahaʻo Church
- Aloha Home Market
- Bishop Museum After Hours
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade
- First Friday at Capitol Modern
- First Saturday at Ward Village
- Friends of the Library of Hawaiʻi Music & Book Sale
- Game Day Sunday at Wet’n’Wild Hawaii
- Hawaiʻi Cannabis Expo
- Hawaiʻi Pop Con
- Honolulu Maker’s Market
- Island Craft Fairs
- January 2026 Craft & Collectibles Fair
- Kaiwiʻula Night Market
- Kaneohe Night Market
- Kapolei City Lights
- Koʻolau Night Market
- Koko Marina Makers Market
- Mālama Hawaiʻi Market
- New Year’s ʻOhana Festival
- Ono Grindz & Makeke at Wai Kai
- Rooftop Stargazing at Royal Hawaiian Center
- Taste of Aloha Night Market
- TransPacific Volleyball Championships
- University of Hawaiʻi Men’s Basketball
- University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Basketball
- Waikīkī Artfest at Kapiʻolani Park
- Wet’N’Wild Hawaii Events
- What the Truck?! Event at Waikele Center
- World Surf League: Lexus Pipe Pro
INSIDE TIP: As January 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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