Farmers Market | 4PM | Blaisdell
Shop local favorites, enjoy easy parking, and cruise the lawn for a chill midweek market vibe perfect for a picnic dinner run. learn more

Holiday Kickoff Santa Photos and Performances | 5PM | Royal Hawaiian Center
Catch festive performances and snap photos with Santa while snacking on peppermint cookies in Waikiki's most cheerful holiday kickoff. info

Todd Rundgren Live | 8PM | Hawaii Theatre
A legendary pop shapeshifter takes the stage for a night of iconic hits, smooth ballads, and the kind of genre blending magic only Rundgren can deliver. details

Sasha Marie Radio Live in Honolulu | 9PM | Chinatown
Experience Sasha Marie's soulful mixes and boundary stretching sounds as she brings her signature radio vibes to Nextdoor for her first ever Hawaiʻi show. check it out

Turkey Trot Run Walk | 7:30AM | Kapiolani Park
Earn your turkey feast by choosing from multiple festive race distances in this family friendly Thanksgiving tradition at the Honolulu Marathon finish line. info

Exotica Reborn: The WAITIKI 7 | 6PM & 8:30PM | Blue Note Hawaii
Step into a night of lush island jazz and vintage Exotica as The WAITIKI 7 brings back the golden era Waikiki sound with modern energy and masterful musicianship.
Grab your seats: 6PM | 8:30PM

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The Blessed Market | 10AM | Ala Moana
Browse 40 curated local vendors offering handmade goods and gifts perfect for your holiday weekend shopping. learn more

Thanksgiving with Anuhea at Blue Note Hawaii
Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend with Anuhea as she brings her signature blend of acoustic soul, pop, and island reggae to Blue Note. 6:30PM • 9PM

Waikiki Holiday Parade | 7PM | Waikiki
Watch Kalakaua Avenue light up with marching bands, dancers, and festive floats honoring veterans and kicking off the holiday season island style. connect here

Kalikimaka Ho‘omau Holiday Concert | 7PM | Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall
Enjoy a festive evening with the Royal Hawaiian Band and an all star lineup celebrating the season with local music and holiday cheer. info

Flowers Tour with Josh Johnson | 9:30PM | Hawaii Theatre
Catch Emmy nominated comedian Josh Johnson for a sharp night of stand up that proves why millions follow his quick wit online. details

Chinatown Shop Around | All Day | Chinatown
Celebrate eight months in the neighborhood with local makers, free leather balm on qualifying purchases, and a chance to shop small while saying hi to the crew. check it out

Taimane Holiday Matinee | 3PM | Blue Note
ʻUkulele powerhouse Taimane returns home with island soul, flamenco flair, and fresh symphony cred after stunning 25,000 fans this summer. details

Mele’s Kalikimaka Live Taping | 5PM | Hilton Hawaiian Village
Kapena, Natalie Ai Kamauʻu, Sean Naʻauao, and top winning hula hālau pack the TAPA Ballroom for a holiday TV taping with over 30 vendors at the Pop Up Makeke. check it out

Winter Craft Fair | 8:30AM Early Entry / 9AM | Hawaii Okinawan Center
Over 100 vendors, fresh andagi, a silent auction, food galore, shuttles, and even Okinawan Santa make this one of the island’s biggest Thanksgiving weekend craft fairs. learn more

Thanksgiving with Anuhea at Blue Note Hawaii
Kick back for night two of Anuhea’s holiday weekend shows. Her acoustic soul and island reggae mix set the perfect tone for an easy, feel good evening.
7PM • 9PM

Gabriel Iglesias “The 1976 Tour” | 7PM | Blaisdell Arena
Fluffy hits Honolulu with new stories, classic bits, and crowd energy that fills the arena faster than his favorite snack run. laugh here

The Clairvoyants | 8PM | Hawaii Theatre
World champion mentalists Amélie van Tass and Thommy Ten deliver jaw dropping feats of intuition that leave the crowd wondering if they can actually read thoughts. learn more

Jauz Live | 9PM | The Republik
The Godfather of Bass House hits Honolulu with festival level energy, massive drops, and tracks that defined his global rise from “Feel the Volume” to “Chains.” details

Give Thanks Market | 9AM | Kailua
Aloha Home Market brings over a hundred local makers, food vendors, and live performers together for a Kailua style treasure hunt, so swing by and shop small while you vibe big with the community. check it out

The Nutcracker | 1PM& 5:30PM | Kapiolani Blvd
Hawaii Ballet Theatre fills the stage with more than a hundred local dancers and guest artists in a holiday classic that delivers instant festive spirit. details

Let’s Paint Places | 3PM | Kailua
Sip a mai tai, paint iconic island landscapes, and learn techniques from photography inspired instructors in this relaxed garden paint session. join the class

Aroma and Sound Healing | 4:30PM | Nuuanu
Crystal bowls, essential oils, and a calming guided reset help your mind take a much needed breather in the quiet of Nuuanu. learn more

Joshua Radin | 7PM | Blue Note
Indie folk favorite Joshua Radin brings his billion stream catalog and storytelling style to an intimate show with openers Darling Tarling and Sophia Roze. info