During a May visit to Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, enjoy Honolulu events such as Lei Day (May Day), Mother’s Day celebrations and Memorial Day observances.

Making lei in Hawaiʻi.
Threading Plumeria. Credit: Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority/Dana Edmunds

Things to Do in Waikīkī, Honolulu, Oʻahu in May 2025

Browse this extensive list of festivals and events happening across Oʻahu in May 2025.

Tours & Activities to Try This May

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INSIDE TIP: As May 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.

Hosting an event on Oʻahu? We’d love to feature it! Please email your event details to events@waikikibeachstays.com, and we’ll gladly add it to our listings.

Top May Experiences

A Hawaiian warrior performing in the Mauka Warriors Luau.
Location: Hawaiʻi Country Club
Duration: 3.5 Hours

Mauka Warriors Luau

  • Lūʻau dinner & show
  • Explores Polynesia’s history of wars & warriors
  • Enjoy an all-you-can-eat Hawaiʻi food buffet
  • Add-on transport from Waikīkī available
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Fresh fruit on display at a Honolulu Chinatown fruit market on the Hawaiʻi Food Tour.
Location: Honolulu's Chinatown
Duration: 2-3 Hours

Off The Beaten Path Food Tour

  • Learn about Hawaiʻi’s culinary heritage
  • Walking tour featuring non-touristy food spots
  • Visit fresh markets, fruit shops & local eateries
  • Waikīkī pick-up & drop-off available
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EVENTS CALENDAR

The Sony Open in Hawaii, a January event on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi.JANA humpback whale in Hawaiʻi.FEBNagaoka Fireworks, the finale of the annual Honolulu Festival in Waikīkī.MARWaikiki SPAM JAM festival in Waikīkī.APRMaking lei in Hawaiʻi.MAYKing Kamehameha Day lei draping ceremony.JUNThe American flag on 4th of July in Hawaiʻi.JULThe Duke Kahanamoku Statue in central Waikīkī.AUGA Paʻu Rider in the Aloha Festivals Parade in Waikīkī.SEPUniversity of Hawaiʻi Women's Volleyball game.OCTHawaii Food & Wine Festival on Oʻahu.NOVOʻahu North Shore surfer.DEC

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