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*For Invited Guests Only

*As part of the Education Program, a special time capsule will be created to celebrate the 30th Honolulu Festival.
Participation is limited to invited guests only.

*Doors Open: 11:30am
*For Invited Guests Only

More than 100 vendors exhibiting from around the world Including Hawaii and Japan. Ennichi corner will feature many activities for the young and young at heart.

*All the event schedules are subject to change without notice.

Come and enjoy dance, music and traditional arts performed by groups from Hawaii, Japan and other parts of the Pacific region.

*Show ends at different times depending on the venue.
Performance schedule and the venues are subject to change without notice.

Exhibition of Japanese sake culture, sake sampling, food on sale
*ID with photo is required for tasting
*Samples are limited
*The event details above are subject to change without notice.

Take a culinary journey through the diverse tastes of Japan and savor the unique flavors each region has to offer. Don’t miss the chance to explore this diverse selection—come and enjoy a delightful shopping experience!

A selection of wonderful Japanese movies. Please visit and enjoy.
*Free Admission!!

The Maui mikoshi contest was developed exclusively for high school students in Maui. Each year there is a competition among high schools to design a mikoshi for the Honolulu Festival. The winning Maui mikoshi is unveiled and displayed at the Hawaii Convention Center over the Festival weekend. Students selected as the overall winner visit Honolulu during the weekend of the festival and march in the Grand Parade showcasing their award winning mikoshi.

The Maui mikoshi contest was developed exclusively for high school students in Maui. Each year there is a competition among high schools to design a mikoshi for the Honolulu Festival. The winning Maui mikoshi is displayed at the Hawaii Convention Center over the Festival weekend.

The Honolulu Rainbow Ekiden will celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2026!
The race starts at Kapiʻolani Park with the majestic Diamond Head as the backdrop. Runners take on the scenic 5 km loop that climbs Diamond Head Road and turns around near the lookout point with sweeping ocean views. It’s one of Hawaiʻi’s most breathtaking courses, where participants can feel the beauty of nature with every step. Since all runners follow the same loop, teammates can cheer each other on throughout the race.

The event welcomes runners as young as 5 years old, making it perfect for families. There will also be a special Kids Race for participants 12 and under.

For the 10th anniversary, we’re excited to announce a special collaboration with Kawaii☆Kon, Hawaiʻi’s largest anime convention! The costume contest for runners will be bigger than ever, transforming the event into a unique fan-run experience where both runners and spectators can join in the fun.

Whether you’re running, cheering, or cosplaying, everyone will be smiling at the Honolulu Rainbow Ekiden. Let’s paint the skies of Hawaiʻi with rainbows at this memorable 10th anniversary event!

Official Website : Honolulu Rainbow EKIDEN

More than 100 vendors exhibiting from around the world Including Hawaii and Japan. Ennichi corner will feature many activities for the young and young at heart.

*All the event schedules are subject to change without notice.

Live music, dance and cultural performance.

*Show ends at different times depending on the venue.
*Performance schedule and the venues are subject to change without notice.

Exhibition of Japanese sake culture, sake sampling, food on sale
*ID with photo is required for tasting
*Samples are limited
*The event details above are subject to change without notice.

Take a culinary journey through the diverse tastes of Japan and savor the unique flavors each region has to offer. Don’t miss the chance to explore this diverse selection—come and enjoy a delightful shopping experience!

　A selection of wonderful Japanese movies. Please visit and enjoy.

*Free Admission!!

The Maui mikoshi contest was developed exclusively for high school students in Maui. Each year there is a competition among high schools to design a mikoshi for the Honolulu Festival. The winning Maui mikoshi is displayed at the Hawaii Convention Center over the Festival weekend.

*For about 15 minutes each dance

*For about 15 minutes each dance

People from Hawaii, Japan and other Asia-Pacific countries join this Grand Parade, the finale of the Honolulu Festival. This is a great chance to see the traditional performance of various countries here in Hawaii.

*Event schedule is subject to change without notice.

Nagaoka Hanabi (Nagaoka Fireworks) is presented by Nagaoka Fireworks Foundation.