Kāhuli Leo Leʻa invites you to gather once again for the Mele Conference and Mele Hula Festival—a three-day event dedicated to the cultural stewards of mele Hawaiʻi, and a space to connect, collaborate, and uplift this vital practice!
The conference will feature intergenerational panel discussions, followed by the Mele Hula Festival, a competition honoring the composition and performance of original mele and hula.
More details to come.

NEW FESTIVAL DATE – May 9, 2026! Due to weather, the original April 11 date was postponed.

We invite artists and arts organizations to take to the streets, as we shut down Nuuanu Avenue in Chinatown and open it to pedestrian traffic for everyone to experience and enjoy the HEART of the Chinatown Arts District, including art, live music, food, creative local vendors, performances and more.

HEART is an acronym that stands for Heritage, Entertainment, Arts & Culture, Restaurants, and Theatre & Performing Arts. Together, these elements make up the core of the vibrant creative community that exists in the Bethel and Nuʻuanu Avenue district, between King Street and Beretania Avenue.

The largest celebration of Filipino culture on the island of Oʻahu

Flores de Mayo & Filipino Fiesta is a full day celebrating Filipino culture and heritage with authentic food, non-stop entertainment, activities for all ages, immersive cultural experiences, and a marketplace featuring local businesses and community organizations.

This year’s theme invites everyone to connect with Filipino heritage, discover and honor the cultural meaning behind this beloved staple, and celebrate the power of community.

Throughout Fiesta, you’ll see this theme come to life through cultural performances, educational activities, interactive games, and creative vendor offerings — all honoring the stories woven into every grain of rice.

Come and visit the many organizations and agencies featuring crafts, games, and activities at the 11th Annual Manu o Kū Festival at the 'Iolani Palace Grounds.
20 Community partners, organizations, and agencies on site to share their work through family friendly crafts, games, and activities.

Save the date for our next HEART of Honolulu Art Street Festival, Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.! We invite artists and arts organizations to take to the streets, as we shut down Nuuanu Avenue in Chinatown and open it to pedestrian traffic for everyone to experience and enjoy the HEART of the Chinatown Arts District, including art, live music, food, creative local vendors, performances and more.

HEART is an acronym that stands for Heritage, Entertainment, Arts & Culture, Restaurants, and Theatre & Performing Arts. Together, these elements make up the core of the vibrant creative community that exists in the Bethel and Nuʻuanu Avenue district, between King Street and Beretania Avenue.

The Honolulu Festival is Hawaii’s premier cultural event, promoting mutual understanding, economic cooperation and ethnic harmony between the people of Hawaii and the Pacific Rim region. Each year, the Festival attracts thousands of new and returning spectators who are looking for an experience unique to Hawaii. Through educational programs and activities sponsored by the Honolulu Festival Foundation, the Festival has been successful in showcasing the rich and vibrant blend of Asia, Pacific and Hawaiian cultures to the rest of the world. The three day extravaganza takes place every year in March from Friday through Sunday.

SUNDAY, MARCH 15 SCHEDULE

08:00 -

SISTER EVENT Honolulu Rainbow EKIDEN 2026

10:00 - 15:00

Craft Fair / Ennichi Corner / Food Corner

10:00 - 15:00

Stage Performances

10:00 - 15:00

Sake & Food Fest

10:00 - 15:00

Japan Product Bazaar

10:00 - 15:00

Japanese Film Festival

10:00 - 15:00

Maui Mikoshi (Exhibit Only)

16:00 - 20:00

Grand Parade

20:30 - 20:45

Nagaoka Hanabi (Nagaoka Fireworks)

The Honolulu Festival is Hawaii’s premier cultural event, promoting mutual understanding, economic cooperation and ethnic harmony between the people of Hawaii and the Pacific Rim region. Each year, the Festival attracts thousands of new and returning spectators who are looking for an experience unique to Hawaii. Through educational programs and activities sponsored by the Honolulu Festival Foundation, the Festival has been successful in showcasing the rich and vibrant blend of Asia, Pacific and Hawaiian cultures to the rest of the world. The three day extravaganza takes place every year in March from Friday through Sunday.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14

10:00 - 18:00

Craft Fair / Ennichi Corner / Food Corner

10:00 - 18:00

Stage Performances

10:00 - 18:00

Sake & Food Fest

10:00 - 18:00

Japan Product Bazaar

10:00 - 18:00

Japanese Film Festival

11:00 -

Maui Mikoshi Unveiling Ceremony

11:00 - 18:00

Maui Mikoshi (Exhibit Only)

Family-friendly festival in Honolulu’s Historic Chinatown to welcome the 2026 Lunar New Year marking the beginning of the Year of the Horse.
PARADE: Step off at 4:30 pm from the Hawai‘i State Capitol lawn and participants will march down Hotel Street, journeying through Honolulu’s Historic Chinatown to the Chinatown Festival in ‘A’ala Park & along Beretania Street.
This exciting event is perfect for all ages and offers a wonderful chance to experience and celebrate Chinese culture through performances, food, and fun. Gather with your family and friends and be part of this unforgettable Lunar New Year celebration!

Hawaii Kai Marina shines with the Festival of Lights Christmas Boat Parade, a unique chance to see Hawaii-style holiday magic.

The Hawaii Kai Festival of Lights Christmas Boat Parade features styled, festive boats and lots of Christmas cheer!

Music, entertainment and a holiday wonderland on water! 

This year’s theme is Pupukahi I Holomua, which translates to “Unite to move forward as one.”

This theme speaks to the heart of our mission—to bring the community together to reconnect and celebrate the season in fellowship.

Presented by the Hawaii Pau Riders

Presented by The Waianae Coast Rotary Club

The parade features marching bands, school and community groups, classic cars, floats, and, of course, Santa. The Fun Fair features entertainment, children’s activities, information booths, crafts, and food booths. We plan to have the blood mobile available for blood donations and a flu/covid shot clinic. It’s a great opportunity for the community to relax and enjoy the holiday activities and share community spirit.

Sponsored by Kapahulu-Moiliili Lions Club

There will be 800 marchers, 15 vehicles, 2 floats and 4 bands. It starts at Noelani School and goes to Woodlawn Drive, Kolowalu Street, East Manoa Road, Lowrey Avenue, Manoa Road and ends up at Manoa District Park

Holiday cheer will once again grace the neighboring community, bringing joy to its residents! 

Sponsored by the Pearl City Shopping Center Merchants Association and partners with Pearl City High School Project Grad, who volunteer to coordinate the festive parade.

After the parade, check out the BLEIZN FX Cruz Night Car Show featuring by invitation only…dozens of Hawaii's top Hot Rods & Classic Cars with lots of door prizes! (no purchase required). Cruz Night runs from 5pm - 8pm next to Flagship Fastlube & Union 76 on the Makai side of Pearl City Shopping Center. 

Each year, Kapolei City Lights kicks-off with Opening Night Festivities featuring a wonderful Block Party and dazzling Parade centered around Kapolei Hale! For 2025, the opening night is set for Saturday, December 6!!

Block Party

Showcasing a wide variety of local vendors, live music, and excellent eateries, the Block Party is scheduled for Saturday, December 6 around Kapolei Hale. We’ve got so much planned for this party we are taking over several streets for the event, including: Ulu‘ōhi‘a, Ala Kahawai, ‘Alohikea, and Kama‘aha Ave.

Enjoy an amazing lineup of local entertainment and events on the stage near the mauka-end of Kapolei Hale. Emceed by Councilmember Augie Tulba, this venue will offer the following scheduled performances.

The 61st Kaneohe Christmas Parade, "Hometown Heroes"! Usher in the holiday season for all of Windward Oʻahu!

Bring your ohana and beach chairs to watch hundreds of Parade Marchers including Mililani High School Band, Hula Hãlau's, Community Groups, Schools, Local Businesses, Neighborhood Organizations, Beauty Queens, and Santa Claus!

Parade starts at Mililani High School Kauinana Stadium and will travel along Kipapa Drive past Millani Shopping Center, to Moenamanu St., then onto Kuahelani Ave., and Meheula Pkwy., ending at the Town Center of Mililani.

The parade will start from Kaala Elementary at 6:30pm, going up California Avenue, and ending at North Cane Street.

The Christmas Night Market will be a family friendly night of music, crafts, and local foods! Find that one-of-a-kind gift for the holidays.