During an October visit to Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, enjoy Honolulu events such as Halloween season, UH Women’s Volleyball and the Honolulu Pride Parade.

University of Hawaiʻi Women's Volleyball game.
UH Women’s Volleyball, Braelyn Akana – LBSU 11-4-2022. Credit: hawaiiathletics.com

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

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

Tours & Activities to Try This October

Ghost Tours

For those seeking a real scare, Oʻahu’s ghost tours are a must-do! From haunted sites to ancient legends, these tours offer a spine-chilling look into Hawaiʻi’s supernatural past.

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  • Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival)

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Top October Experiences

The Waimea Valley Waterfall on Oʻahu's North Shore.
Departs: Waikīkī
Duration: 8 Hours

Island Tour with Waimea Waterfall

  • Led by knowledgeable local guides
  • Stops at many of Oʻahu’s hidden gems
  • Includes Waimea botanical garden & waterfall
  • Max. of 24 people per group, all ages welcome
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Aerial of the sunken USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor.
Depart: Waikīkī
Duration: 5-9 Hours

Pearl Harbor & Honolulu City Tour

  • 5-star rated with over 3,000 reviews
  • Honolulu sightseeing by air-conditioned coach
  • Visit Pearl Harbor historic sites
  • See ʻIolani Palace & King Kamehameha statue
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TBC October 2025

  • Sneaker Con 2025
  • Taste of the Grand Lānai
  • The Great Pumpkin Festival
  • The Hawaii Burlesque Festival
  • University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Basketball
  • West Fest: Hana Hou Music Festival
  • Wet’n’Wild Hawaii Events

INSIDE TIP: As October 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.

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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