Chicago the Musical | 7:30PM | Blaisdell
Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart battle for headlines with enough razzle dazzle to justify its 28 year run and 10,000 performances. check it out

Rob Schneider Live | 6:30PM & 9PM | Blue Note
Rob Schneider brings decades of stand up, SNL history, and cult classic film stories to Waikiki. 6:30PM & 9PM

Santa Photos and Performance | 5PM | Royal Hawaiian Center
Grab free photos with Santa and enjoy a holiday performance while your keiki collect peppermint cookies from Honolulu Cookie Company like seasoned pros. info

Jane Chen: Like a Wave We Break | 6PM | Downtown
Jane Chen shares the story behind her award winning infant health incubator and the personal grit it took to build it. details

All Ages 21+ Dating Mixer | 7PM | Chinatown
Aloha Match brings 20 plus singles together for games, icebreakers, and maybe your next almost love story. connect here

Holiday Brass | 7PM | Cathedral of St. Andrew
The Honolulu Brass Quintet fills the cathedral with festive sound from top local musicians. info

Kaimuki Christmas Parade | 6PM | Puʻu O Kaimuki
Marching groups light up Waialae Avenue and the Christmas tree atop Menehune Hill makes its yearly debut. details

Lauhala Ornament Workshop | 6PM | Kapolei
Make a lauhala Christmas ornament with guidance from cultural practitioners using hand prepped leaves. learn more

AJ Rafael & Alyssa: Our Little Christmas Tour | 6:30PM & 9PM | Blue Note
AJ Rafael brings soulful holiday vibes and YouTube famous charm to two back to back shows. 6:30PM & 9PM

H.O.M.E. for the Holidays Craft and Bake Sale | 7AM | JABSOM
Kick off your morning with baked treats, handmade crafts, jewelry, home goods, and quirky white elephant finds while supporting medical care for Oahu’s houseless community. get them cookies.

Calvary Chapel Holiday Market | 5PM | Calvary Chapel
An early evening market filled with food vendors, handmade crafts, live entertainment, the Teddy Bear Mobile, and fresh lemonade from Da Local Lemon. praise and grind.

Jiaoying Summers Live | 6:30PM & 9PM | Blue Note Hawaii
Jiaoying Summers brings her fearless immigrant wit, viral comedy energy, and globally sharp storytelling to prove why she’s one of the fastest rising comedic voices today. 6:30PM & 9PM

Aliiolani Craft Fair | 8AM | Kaimuki
Support Aliiolani Elementary while browsing handmade gifts, baked goods, giveaways, and plenty of family-friendly holiday shopping. snag some goodies

Mission Houses Holiday Craft Fair | 8:30AM | Hawaii Mission Houses
Explore Hawaii’s oldest craft fair with 40 plus artisans, historic home tours, and one-of-a-kind handcrafted holiday gifts. find something cool

Annual Poinsettia Sale | 9AM | Kawananakoa Middle School
Grab holiday crafts, Krispy Kreme treats, and vibrant poinsettias while supporting Roosevelt’s Project Grad. holiday steals

Super Saturday Hawaii | 9AM | Hawaii Convention Center
A massive pop culture festival packed with anime, manga, cosplay, KPOP, toys, games, and local artists. level up your weekend

A Pinch of SALT Holiday Market | 10AM | SALT at Kakaako
Shop local makers, enjoy festive vibes, bring your pets, and enter for a chance to win a $600 shopping spree. shop the vibes

Kaneohe Christmas Parade | 9AM | Kaneohe
Oahu’s largest community-run parade brings 2,400 performers, marching groups, and big holiday energy to the Windward side.
catch some fun

Kapolei City Lights Block Party | 5PM | Kapolei Hale
A huge night of live music, food vendors, a holiday parade, Santa photos, and a glowing 50-foot Christmas tree lighting up the west side.
soak in the lights

Wine Tasting Workshop | 6PM | Waikiki
Sharpen your palate with guided tastings, sensory exercises, and sommelier tips that turn casual sipping into skillful wine appreciation. swirl a glass.

Multi Family Garage Sale | 8AM | Niu Valley
Holiday treasure hunt vibes with bargains, collectibles, and finds that help a youth baseball team travel this summer. scoop the goods

McKinley Christmas Craft Fair | 9AM | McKinley
Shop local while supporting the band kids keeping Honolulu’s music scene alive. peep the vendors

Holiday Market | 10AM | Waimanalo
Farm vibes, local makers, live music, and all the cozy holiday energy at Yogarden. stroll the farm

Manoa Christmas Parade | 4PM | Manoa
A hometown parade with 1,100 marchers, bands, and holiday spirit winding through Mānoa’s prettiest streets. join the cheer

Pearl City Christmas Parade | 4PM | Pearl City
Floats, classic cars, school pride, Santa, and a Cruz Night car show to wrap it all up. roll with the parade

The Nutcracker | 5:30PM | Sacred Hearts
A holiday classic that brings the magic, the music, and the Christmas nostalgia. catch the ballet

Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade | 6PM | Waikiki
A powerful tribute honoring veterans with bands, performers, and a Kalakaua march ending at the Shell. honor and remember

Candlelight Concert: Joe Hisaishi | 6:30PM | Kaneohe
A dreamy night of Studio Ghibli classics glowing under candlelight at Palikū Theatre. listen to Totoro