During an October visit to Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, enjoy Honolulu events such as Halloween season, UH Women’s Volleyball and the Honolulu Pride Parade.
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.
- Waikiki Night Marchers Ghost Tour
- Ghosts of Old Honolulu Walking Tour
- Honolulu Night Marchers Ghost Tour
Various October 2025
- Blue Note Hawaii October Line-Up
- Halloween Events in Oʻahu
- Honolulu Pride Events in Oʻahu
- Oʻahu Markets Schedule
- Oktoberfest Events in Oʻahu
- Royal Hawaiian Band Performances
Fri 3 October 2025
- First Friday Hawaiʻi in Chinatown
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- What the Truck?! Event at Waikele Center
Sat 4 October 2025
Sun 5 October 2025
Mon 6 October 2025
- Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival)
Fri 10 October 2025
- Bishop Museum After Hours
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Koʻolau Night Market
- The Joy of Sake
Sat 11 October 2025
- Butterfly Tea at The Veranda
- Fall Gift Fair
- Kolohe Kai – What Aloha Means
- October 2025 Craft & Collectibles Fair
- Over The Edge For Special Olympics Hawaiʻi
- University of Hawaiʻi Men’s Football: Hawaiʻi vs. Utah State
Sun 12 October 2025
Wed 15 October 2025
Top October Experiences
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
Pearl Harbor & Honolulu City Tour
- 5-star rated with over 3,000 reviews
- Honolulu sightseeing by air-conditioned coach
- Visit Pearl Harbor historic sites
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See ʻIolani Palace & King Kamehameha statue
Fri 17 October 2025
Sat 18 October 2025
- 2025 Honolulu Pride Parade
- Craft Fair & Sidewalk Sale
- Made with Aloha Gift Fair
- Mind, Body & Spirit Celebration
- Waikīkī Artfest at Kapiʻolani Park
Sun 19 October 2025
Fri 24 October 2025
Sat 25 October 2025
- Honolulu Maker’s Market
- Koko Marina Makers Market
- Let’s Make a Difference Day: WOW Waikīkī Beach Clean-Up
Thu 30 October 2025
Fri 31 October 2025
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Halloween Events in Oʻahu
- Hawaiʻi Food & Wine Festival – Oʻahu
- Hawaiʻi Holiday Craft & Gift Fair
TBC October 2025
- 2025 Filipino Cultural Summit
- Hawaiʻi International Film Festival
- Island Craft Fairs
- Mālama Hawaiʻi Market
- Pumpkin Festival at Aloun Farms
- Rooftop Stargazing at Royal Hawaiian Center
- Sneaker Con 2025
- Taste of the Grand Lānai
- The Great Pumpkin Festival
- The Hawaii Burlesque Festival
- University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Basketball
- University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Volleyball
- 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.
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