Hawaii’s Community Sports Event: Honolulu Rainbow EKIDEN

Launched in March 2013 as Hawaii’s first amateur runner community relay event, rooted in its Japanese origin and cultural heritage, the Honolulu Rainbow EKIDEN has become a beloved community sports event to both participants and supporters. Due to pandemic restrictions, the event could not be held after 2019, but was successfully revived in March 2024 for its 8th edition. The event drew over 82 teams and more than 700 runners, with a total of approx.1,500 people, including family and friends, gathering at Kapiolani Park. The popular 5km course starts at Kapiolani Park, ascends Diamond Head Road, and features a turnaround point at the lookout with ocean views, allowing participants to fully experience Hawaii’s natural beauty.

Official Website : Honolulu Rainbow EKIDEN 2025

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 is 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.

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

*Free Admission!!

Experience the “Japan Snack Fair,” featuring a curated selection of approximately 82 local snacks from 17 prefectures across Japan! This fair offers a delightful way to explore Japan’s rich culinary culture, showcasing specialties like the rich and flavorful “Butter Senbei” from Hokkaido and the juicy, aromatic “White Peach Mochi” from Ehime.

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!

【Honolulu Festival　Genki Ball Tossing Event】
TIME
Saturday at :  11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm
Sunday at : 11 am, 1 pm

PLACE
Booth Hawaii Convention Center (Booth number TBA)
Donation accepted at the booth before making and tossing time at the Ala Wai Canal Promenade.

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*For about 15 minutes each dance

By appointing SERINA as the Special Supporter, JTB Hawaii aims to inspire the younger generation in Japan by showcasing the charm and values of the Honolulu Festival, for which JTB proudly sponsors.

SERINA will play a key role as a representative of the festival’s mission.

To celebrate her appointment, SERINA will perform a special mini live concert on the main stage of the Hawaii Convention Center, the festival’s central venue.

■ Admission: Honolulu Festival admission fee required
(https://www.honolulufestival.com/en/whatsnew/2024/11/29/admission-fees/)

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.