Honolulu Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025

Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Honolulu and surrounding areas

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Honolulu celebrates Winter 2025 with island style around Waikiki and downtown, combining Christmas lights, Holiday lights, and seasonal concerts that reflect Hawaiian culture. Don’t miss Honolulu City Lights, Kalani Pe’a’s Hawaiian Christmas Show, or the Waikiki Trolley Holiday Lights Tour for music, lights and family activities by the shoreline. From markets to seasonal concerts and Santa visits with a tropical twist, Honolulu’s holiday activities and Christmas markets offer vibrant, memorable ways to celebrate the season.

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Christmas Markets

7 events
Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace • Dec 13 – Dec 14

Honolulu's premier gift fair celebrating its 10th year.

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Christmas Shows

5 events
Kalani Pe’a’s Hawaiian Christmas Show • Dec 20

Grammy-winning artist's Hawaiian Christmas show

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Other Christmas Activities

8 events
Kalihi Business Association Holiday Parade • Nov 28

Oahu's oldest holiday parade and community Pā’ina

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Editor's Picks (6)

  1. Honolulu City Lights
    Annual Honolulu City Lights celebration
  2. 'Twas the Light Before Christmas on Ice
    Immersive holiday show and indoor ice-skating rink.
  3. Kapolei City Lights Opening Night (Kapolei)
    Annual holiday celebration with themed lights and community parade.
  4. Kalani Pe’a’s Hawaiian Christmas Show
    Grammy-winning artist's Hawaiian Christmas show
  5. Honolulu Waikiki Trolley Holiday Lights Tour
    Open-air trolley tour to Honolulu City Lights
  6. Waikiki Holiday Parade
    Parade honoring Pearl Harbor Survivors along Waikiki Beach

This Week / Coming Up (4)

Holiday Kick-Off Show & Aloha Santa Arrival Wed, Nov 26
Islandwide Crafts & Food Expo Fri, Nov 28
Kalihi Business Association Holiday Parade Fri, Nov 28
Aloha Home Market Holiday Market Sun, Nov 30

Christmas Lights Near Honolulu

Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Honolulu.

Honolulu City Lights

Annual Honolulu City Lights celebration

📍 Honolulu • Dec 6

Honolulu Waikiki Trolley Holiday Lights Tour

Open-air trolley tour to Honolulu City Lights

📍 Honolulu • Nov 30

'Twas the Light Before Christmas on Ice

Immersive holiday show and indoor ice-skating rink.

📍 Honolulu • Dec 4
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Honolulu Christmas FAQ

When are the best times to visit?

Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.

Is parking available?

Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.

Are venues accessible?

Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.