During a September visit to Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, enjoy Honolulu events such as the Aloha Festivals, the Hawaiʻi Comedy Festival and the Waikīkī Street Jam.
Things to Do in Waikīkī, Honolulu, Oʻahu in September 2026
Browse this extensive list of festivals and events happening across Oʻahu in September 2026.
Top September Tours
Various September 2026
- Aloha Bricks ’26 (Lego Exhibition) at Bishop Museum (until 31 Dec)
- Hawaiian History Month
- Blue Note Hawaii September Line-Up
- Fidler on the Roof (25 Sep-11 Oct)
- Hispanic Heritage Month
- Honolulu Tech Week
- Jagged Little Pill at Mānoa Valley Theatre (10-27 Sep)
- Oʻahu Markets Schedule
- Royal Hawaiian Band Performances
Wed 2 September 2026
Thu 3 September 2026
Fri 4 September 2026
- First Friday Hawaiʻi in Chinatown
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Hawaiʻi Salsa & Bachata Festival
- Josh Tatofi Artist-In-Residence at Blue Note Hawaii
- What the Truck?! at Waikele Center
Sat 5 September 2026
- Aloha Festivals: Royal Court Investiture & Opening Ceremony
- Candlelight Concert: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
- Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Bruno Mars
- Hawaiʻi Salsa & Bachata Festival
- Josh Tatofi Artist-In-Residence at Blue Note Hawaii
- Na Mele Ko Olina at Marriot Koolina Beach Club
- Okinawan Festival
- Old Pali Road 5K Run
- University of Hawaiʻi Men’s Football: Hawaiʻi vs UNLV
Sun 6 September 2026
- Hawaiʻi Polo Club: Labor Day Weekend
- Hawaiʻi Salsa & Bachata Festival
- Mālama ʻĀina Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
- Okinawan Festival
- One Day Hawaii Mineral and Gem Show/Sale
Mon 7 September 2026
- Labor Day
- Labor Day Sales
- Waikīkī Makers Market
Fri 11 September 2026
Sat 12 September 2026
- Bobby Lee: The Finally Tour 2026
- Hawaii Market Expo
- Kalo & ‘Awa Festival
- Megabon 2026
- ʻOhana Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
- September 2026 JCCH Craft & Collectibles Fair
- Waikīkī ArtFest at Kapiʻolani Park
- University of Hawaiʻi Men’s Football: Hawaiʻi vs New Mexico State
Sun 13 September 2026
Mon 14 September 2026
Top September Experiences
Island Adventure with Snorkeling
- 5-star rated with over 4,000 reviews
- Air-conditioned mini-bus tour with local guide
- Snorkel with sea turtles on the North Shore
- Small group experience with 24-28 people
The Magical Mystery Show
- Experience world-class magicians in Hawaiʻi
- Complimentary valet parking & drinks
- Children tickets include a $25 Magic Kit
- 5pm & 7:30 pm shows, all ages welcome
Thu 17 September 2026
Fri 18 September 2026
Sat 19 September 2026
- Aloha Card Show
- Aloha Festivals: Waikīkī Hoʻolaulea Kalākaua Ave. Street Party
- Craft Fair & Sidewalk Sale at Koko Marina Center
- Great Hawaiʻi Rubber Duckie Race
- Ikaika 5 & 10K
- Mid-Autumn Festival in Chinatown
- PHAMily Fun Day: Oktoberfest
- Tape B Live at Echoa Ridge
- The Aloha Card Show 2026
Sun 20 September 2026
- Aloha Card Show
- Cars & Coffee Hawaii After Dark – Holiday Edition!
- Mālama ʻĀina Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
- Rooftop Stargazing at Royal Hawaiian Center
- The Aloha Card Show 2026
Mon 21 September 2026
Fri 25 September 2026
Sat 26 September 2026
- Aloha Festivals: Floral Parade
- Honolulu Oktoberfest 2026
- Moon Walk at Waimea Valley
- Morgan Jay: The Goofy Guy Tour
- Na Mele Ko Olina at Marriot Koolina Beach Club
- ʻOhana Volunteer Day at Waimea Valley
Sun 27 September 2026
- Honolulu Century Ride
- Na Wahine O Ke Kai Canoe Race
- Tantalus 10-Mile Challenge
- World Tourism Day
Mon 28 September 2026
Wed 30 September
TBC September 2026
- Afro Aloha: DRIPNIQ Picnic Festival
- Aloha Home Market
- Autumn Matsuri
- Bishop Museum After Hours
- Butterfly Tea at The Veranda
- Canstruction® at Kahala Mall
- Comic Con Honolulu 2026
- DLNR State Parks’ Day at the Lake (Oʻahu)
- Empty Bowl Hawaiʻi
- First Friday at Capitol Modern
- First Saturday at Ward Village
- Hale ‘Aina Celebration
- Harvest Moon Festival
- HI Street Grindz Craft & Food Fest
- HoMA Events
- Home in the Islands Festival
- Honolulu Maker’s Market
- Island Craft Fair & Events
- Island Pulse at Capitol Modern
- Kailua Fall Festival
- Kaiwiʻula Night Market
- Kaneohe Night Market
- Koko Marina Makers Market
- Mālama Hawaiʻi Makers Market
- Mele Haliʻa “To Recall Fondy”
- ʻOhana Day Open House at Hawaiian Mission Houses
- Ono Grindz & Makeke at Wai Kai
- Oktoberfest at SALT at Our Kakaʻako
- Sea Life Park Hawaiʻi Events
- Sunset on the Beach Free Movie Nights
- Taste of Aloha Autumn Foodie Fest
- The Hawaiʻi Comedy Festival
- The Lotte Championship ʻOhana Festival
- Tiki’s Labor Day Weekend Pool Party
- Uloha Kailua Half Marathon
- University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Volleyball
- University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Volleyball: Outrigger Invitational
- Waikīkī Shell Events
- Waikīkī Street Jam Kalākaua Ave. Street Party from 4-10pm
- Waimanalo Country Farms: Fall Harvest
- WE Peace Day Fashion Festival
- Wednesdays in the Park Free Concert
- Wet’n’Wild Hawaii Events
INSIDE TIP: As September 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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