Specific Dates in July, 2026

July 2 (Thursday)

Royal Hawaiian Band Performance [Show] Founded in 1836 by King Kamehameha III, the Royal Hawaiian Band will be performing live. As the only band in the United States with a royal legacy, it currently serves as an agency of the City and County of Honolulu. Held on the 1st Thursday of every month.

• Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

• Location: Queen’s Court (1st Floor), International Market Place

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.rhb-music.com/

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ② Duke Kahanamoku Statue / Pink Line ⑤ Marugame Udon

July 3 (Friday)

Royal Hawaiian Band Performance [Show] Founded in 1836 by King Kamehameha III, the Royal Hawaiian Band will be performing live. As the only band in the United States with a royal legacy, it currently serves as an agency of the City and County of Honolulu.

• Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

• Location: Iolani Palace

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.rhb-music.com/

• Trolley Stops: Red Line ⑤ State Capitol / Iolani Palace (Eternal Flame Memorial) or ⑩ King Kamehameha Statue / Iolani Palace / Kawaiahaʻo Church

Independence Day (Observed) [Holiday] Commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

• Special Event: Hilton Hawaiian Village Fireworks (5 minutes starting at 8:00 PM).

July 4 (Saturday)

250th Anniversary & Independence Day Fireworks [Event] To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, a massive fireworks display will light up the night sky over Waikiki! The 10-minute fireworks show is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM.

• Time: 8:30 PM – 8:40 PM

• Launch Location: Offshore in central Waikiki, between the Halekulani and Moana Surfrider hotels

• Viewing Spots: Waikiki Beach, Magic Island, Kapiolani Park, etc.

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Ala Moana Center Events: Independence Day sales and a Concert Series (tickets required). See Website (https://www.alamoanacenter.com/ja/events/40539/) for details.

Hilton Hawaiian Village “4th of July Celebration” [Event]
Enjoy BBQ, a live band and DJ, cocktails, and draft beer against the backdrop of a beautiful beach. Plus, a spectacular fireworks display will light up Waikiki Beach starting at 8:30 PM.

• Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

• Location: Great Lawn (Hilton Hawaiian Village)

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free (Food and beverages are available for purchase at the venue)

• Website: https://www.instagram.com/p/DaEnGz4hCEb/?igsh=MTlwbm00ZnA3bHkzMQ%3D%3D

Hawaii Kai Market [Shopping Event] Featuring over 70 local vendors.

• Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

• Location: Koko Head Elementary School

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.malamahawaiimarket.com/calendar/february-hawaii-kai-market-2025

• Trolley Stop: Blue Line ⑧ Koko Marina Center

First Saturday [Shopping Event] First Saturday is moving to the Kola Shops area on Auahi Street. From 1:00 PM, enjoy a special offer from Cotti Coffee (limited quantities, while supplies last).

• Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• Location: Ward Centre Courtyard

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.wardvillage.com/explore/activities/first-saturday/

• Trolley Stops: Red Line ⑬ Ward Centre / Yellow Line ⑤ Kaka’ako Farmers Market / Pink Line ⑩ Ala Moana Center

July 5 (Sunday)

Island Crafters Market [Shopping Event] Previously a pop-up, this event is now held on the 1st and 2nd Sunday of every month! Shop from top local artists, makers, designers, collectors, and food vendors.

• Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Location: The Park on Keeaumoku

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.islandcraftfairs.org/events/icmjuly5

• Trolley Stops: Red or Yellow Line – Ala Moana Beach Park / Pink or Yellow Line – Ala Moana Center

July 10 (Friday)

로열 하와이안 밴드 공연 [쇼]

• Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

• Location: Iolani Palace

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.rhb-music.com/

• Trolley Stops: Red Line ⑤ State Capitol / Iolani Palace (Eternal Flame Memorial) or ⑩ King Kamehameha Statue / Iolani Palace / Kawaiahaʻo Church

July 11 (Saturday)

Family Day Parade (God Ohana Day) [Parade] An event held to protect the First Amendment, featuring an estimated 500 marchers, 10 vehicles, 4 floats, and a band.

• Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

• Location: Fort DeRussy Beach Park to Kalakaua Avenue

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.facebook.com/people/Gods-Ohana-Day/100064717474902/

• Service Alert: Trolley detours will be in effect due to road closures.

Malama Hawaii Makers Market [Shopping Event] A Hawaii-based pop-up marketplace featuring top local artists, makers, designers, collectors, and food vendors.

• Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Location: Ala Moana Center (Mauka Wing, Mall Level 2 in front of Target)

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.malamahawaiimarket.com/calendar

• Trolley Stops: Red or Yellow Line – Ala Moana Beach Park / Pink or Yellow Line – Ala Moana Center

July 12 (Sunday)

Island Crafters Market [Shopping Event]

• Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Location: The Park on Keeaumoku

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.islandcraftfairs.org/events/icmjuly5

• Trolley Stops: Red or Yellow Line – Ala Moana Beach Park / Pink or Yellow Line – Ala Moana Center

July 17 (Friday)

로열 하와이안 밴드 공연 [쇼]

• Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

• Location: Iolani Palace

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.rhb-music.com/

• Trolley Stops: Red Line ⑤ State Capitol / Iolani Palace (Eternal Flame Memorial) or ⑩ King Kamehameha Statue / Iolani Palace / Kawaiahaʻo Church

July 18 (Saturday)

808 Craft & Gift Fair at Koko Marina Center [Shopping Event] Featuring over 70 local vendors.

• Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM

• Location: Koko Marina Center

• Audience: Family-friendly

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://kokomarinacenter.com/events/kmc-craft-fair-sidewalk-sale-farmers-market/

• Trolley Stop: Blue Line ⑧ Koko Marina Center

July 19 (Sunday)

Wiki Wiki One-Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show [Shopping Event] An exhibition and sale of vintage and antique goods, including popular items like Aloha shirts and vintage Pyrex kitchenware.

• Time: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

• Location: Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall

• Admission: Ticket purchase required

• Website & Tickets: https://www.ukulele.com/wikiwiki.html

• Trolley Stop: Red Line ④ Honolulu Museum of Art

July 23 (Thursday) – July 25 (Saturday)

2026 Queen Liliuokalani Keiki Hula Competition [Hula Event] The Kalihi-Palama Culture & Arts Society presents the 51st anniversary of the world’s longest-running Keiki Hula event. Over 600 young dancers (ages 6 to 12) will compete, representing 25 hula hālau from Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Hawaii Island, and—for the first time—Toronto, Canada. Pop-up stores will also be available.

• Time: Jul 23 & 24: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM / Jul 25: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• Location: Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall

• Admission: Ticket purchase required

• Website & Tickets: https://kpcas.org/index.html

• Trolley Stop: Red Line ④ Honolulu Museum of Art

Weekly & Daily Events

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Ala Moana Hula Performance [Show] Enjoy a free 20-minute production incorporating both Kahiko (traditional) and modern hula at the Centerstage. (Note: Performance times are subject to change).

• Time: 3:00 PM – 3:20 PM (New schedule from July 1, 2026) 

• Location: Ala Moana Center (Centerstage)

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.alamoanacenter.com/ja/events/daily-hula-show/

• Trolley Stops: Red Line ⑭ Ala Moana Beach Park / Pink Line ⑩ Ala Moana Center / Green Line ⑥ Prince Waikiki

Every Monday

Ukulele Lesson [Lesson] Learn basic chords and songs while playing Hawaii’s most famous string instrument, introduced from Portugal in the 1870s. Ukuleles are provided. Limited to the first 12 participants; recommended for ages 10 and up. No reservations accepted.

• Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Helumoa Hale Guest Services & Heritage Room (Bldg B, 1st Floor)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Waikiki Beach Walk Open Market [Farmers Market] Held on the lawn area. Support local businesses and find unique items, handmade art, and snacks perfect for souvenirs or gifts.

• Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

• Location: Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stop: ⑬ Ka La’i Waikiki Beach

Every Monday & Wednesday

Waikiki Farmers Market [Farmers Market] Local farmers, restaurants, and artists set up booths offering fresh vegetables, ready-to-eat food, and crafts. Great for finding Hawaii-made souvenirs!

• Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Location: Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ② Duke Kahanamoku Statue

Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday

O Na Lani Sunset Stories Hula Show [Show] A show expressing the rich history and sense of place of the International Market Place through Hawaiian and Polynesian song and dance. The show begins with the lighting of the Lamakū Torch Tower on Kalakaua Avenue and proceeds to the Queen’s Court stage.

• Time: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM

• Location: International Market Place (Queen’s Court, 1st Floor)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ② Duke Kahanamoku Statue / Pink Line ⑤ Marugame Udon

Every Tuesday

Hula Lesson [Lesson] Learn the art of Hawaiian dance! Practice basic hand and foot movements while learning to tell a story through your body. Recommended for ages 10 and up.

• Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove (Courtyard)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Ku Haʻaheo Live Music [Show] A free live Hawaiian music concert headlined by award-winning music duo Blaine Kia & Kalei Kahalewai (KAMANAWA). They are joined by Blaine Kia’s family and the hula group Hālau Ka Waikahe Lani Mālie.

• Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

• Location: Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stop: ⑬ Ka La’i Waikiki Beach

Kawika Trask Trio Performance [Show] Presented by Malu Nui Hawaiian Music Entertainment.

• Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove (Courtyard)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Every Tuesday & Saturday

Kuhio Beach Hula Show [Show] Enjoy authentic Hawaiian music and hula by top local hālau and performers. The show opens with the traditional blowing of the conch shell (pū kani). Note: The show will be canceled in the event of bad weather or if Kalakaua Avenue is closed for parades/block parties.

• Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

• Location: Kuhio Beach Hula Mound

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://kbhulashow.wixsite.com/official

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ② Duke Kahanamoku Statue

Every Wednesday

Lauhala Weaving Lesson [Lesson] Learn the basic techniques of weaving hala leaves into wearable Hawaiian art, such as bracelets. Limited to the first 24 participants (ages 10 and up). No reservations accepted.

• Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center (Bldg C, 2nd Floor)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Puʻuhonua Trio Performance [Show] Presented by Malu Nui Hawaiian Music Entertainment.

• Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove (Courtyard)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Every Thursday

Keiki Hula Lesson (Children’s Hula) [Lesson] A hula lesson designed for children ages 5 to 10. Learn the basic movements of hula to Hawaiian music.

• Time: Starts at 11:30 AM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove (Courtyard)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Hoʻoulai Trio Performance [Show] Presented by Malu Nui Hawaiian Music Entertainment.

• Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove (Courtyard)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Every Friday

Lei Making Class [Lesson] Learn the preparation and techniques required to make a beautiful fresh orchid lei. Limited to the first 24 participants (ages 10 and up). No reservations accepted.

• Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center (Bldg C, 2nd Floor)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Malu Nui Production [Show] Presented by Malu Nui Hawaiian Music Entertainment.

• Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove (Courtyard)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Hilton Hawaiian Village Fireworks [Show] A spectacular fireworks display launched from the lagoon every Friday night. Highly recommended for those staying near the Hilton Hawaiian Village or Ilikai Hotel. Note: Please ensure you travel in groups and avoid walking in dark areas on your way back.

• Time: Summer (Approx. Jun-Sep) 8:00 PM – 8:05 PM / Winter (Approx. Oct-May) 7:45 PM – 7:50 PM

• Viewing Spots: A 6-8 minute walk to Kahanamoku Beach or the Lagoon.

Every Saturday

KCC Farmers Market [Farmers Market]

• Time: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM

• Location: Kapiolani Community College

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://hfbf.org/farmers-markets/kcc/

• Trolley Stop: Green Line ⑤ KCC Farmers Market (Saturday only stop)

Kaka’ako Farmers Market [Farmers Market]

• Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Location: 919 & 1011 Ala Moana Blvd

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.farmloversmarkets.com/our-markets

• Trolley Stop: Yellow Line ⑤ Kaka’ako Farmers Market (Saturday only stop)

Hula Kahiko Performance [Show] Experience classical hula (Kahiko) performed in traditional attire, accompanied by chanting and percussion instruments. Local hālau hula perform repertoires passed down from the 1800s and earlier.

• Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

• Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove (Courtyard)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: All Lines ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Every Saturday & Sunday

Art on the Zoo Fence Artists from all over Hawaii gather every weekend to display and sell their original artwork along the Honolulu Zoo fence.

• Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

• Location: Honolulu Zoo (Outside Fence)

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://artonthezoofencehi.com/

• Trolley Stops: Red/Pink Line ③ The Twin Fin / Blue/Green Line ③ Honolulu Zoo / Waikiki Beach

Every Sunday

Aloha Home Market [Farmers Market]

• Time: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

• Location: Jefferson Elementary School

• Admission: Free

• Website: https://www.facebook.com/alohamarketatwaikiki/

• Trolley Stops: Red/Pink Line ③ The Twin Fin / Blue/Green Line ③ Honolulu Zoo / Waikiki Beach

Ala Moana Keiki Hula Show [Show] Enjoy the Ala Moana Center Keiki Hula Show at Centerstage. This special performance showcases how the traditions of hula are being passed down to Hawaii’s children. (Note: Performance times are subject to change).

• Time: 3:00 PM – 3:20 PM

• Location: Ala Moana Center (Centerstage)

• Admission: Free

• Trolley Stops: Red Line ⑭ Ala Moana Beach Park / Pink Line ⑩ Ala Moana Center

Disclaimer: Event details, times, and locations are subject to change or cancellation without notice.