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 2025
Browse this extensive list of festivals and events happening across Oʻahu in September 2025.
Tours & Activities to Try This September
Various September 2025
- Blue Note Hawaii September Line-Up
- Come From Away at Diamond Head Theatre (12-28 Sep)
- Honolulu Tech Week (8-14 Sep)
- Oʻahu Markets Schedule
- Royal Hawaiian Band Performances
- Smother at Kumu Kahua Theatre (28 Aug-28 Sep)
Mon 1 September 2025
Fri 5 September 2025
- First Friday at Capitol Modern
- First Friday Hawaiʻi in Chinatown
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- What the Truck?! Event at Waikele Center
Sat 6 September 2025
- Aloha Festivals: Opening Ceremony
- First Saturday at Ward Village
- Hale ‘Aina Celebration presented by First Hawaiian Bank x Mastercard: A Night in Morocco
- Honolulu Intertribal Powwow
- University of Hawaiʻi Men’s Football: Hawaiʻi vs. Sam Houston
- Waikīkī Street Jam Kalākaua Ave. Street Party from 4-10pm
Fri 12 September 2025
- Bishop Museum After Hours
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Full Moon Market at Residence Inn Kapolei
- Hawaii Market Expo
- Koʻolau Night Market
Sat 13 September 2025
- Autumn Gift Fair
- Butterfly Tea at The Veranda
- Full Moon Market at Residence Inn Kapolei
- Hawaii Market Expo
- Megabon 2025
- University of Hawaiʻi Men’s Football: Hawaiʻi vs. Portland State
- Waikīkī Artfest at Kapiʻolani Park
Sun 14 September 2025
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
Wed 17 September 2025
Fri 19 September 2025
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Paula Fuga: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin
- The Hawaiʻi Comedy Festival
- What the Truck?! Event at Waikele Center
Sat 20 September 2025
- Aloha Card Show
- Aloha Festivals: Waikīkī Hoʻolauleʻa Kalākaua Ave. Street Party from 6-10pm
- Autumn Matsuri
- Craft Fair & Sidewalk Sale
- Great Hawaiian Rubber Duckie Race
- Ikaika 5 & 10K
- Made with Aloha Gift Fair
- The Hawaiʻi Comedy Festival
- University of Hawaiʻi Men’s Football: Hawaiʻi vs. Fresno State
Sun 21 September 2025
Fri 26 September 2025
- Free Waikīkī Friday Night Fireworks Show
- Teddy Swims at Waikīkī Shell
- What the Truck?! Event at Pearl City High School
Sat 27 September 2025
- Candlelight: Tribute to Bruno Mars at Palikū Theatre
- Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi at Palikū Theatre
- Honolulu Maker’s Market
- Koko Marina Makers Market
- Sunset on the Beach Free Movie Night: IF
- Teddy Swims at Waikīkī Shell
- The Best of Hawaii’s Best Kitchens 2025
- World Tourism Day
Sun 28 September 2025
TBC September 2025
- 2025 Hawai‘i Tourism Conference (TBC 22-24 Sep)
- Comic Con Honolulu (postponed to 2026)
- Honolulu on Tap
- Mālama Hawaiʻi Market
- Oʻahu Surf Film Festival
- Rooftop Stargazing at Royal Hawaiian Center
- Sunset on the Beach Free Movie Nights
- University of Hawaiʻi Women’s Volleyball
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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