It's Not Too Late - Enjoy Festive Season in Hawaii

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September Events

DISCOVER BIG ISLAND FESTIVITIES
AND TAKE PART IN THE FUN


Queen Lili’uokalani Canoe Race

Aug 31-Sep 4, 2023 – Kailua-Kona

The Kai Opua Canoe Club has been hosting these races annually since 1971. It is the world’s largest long distance canoe race, following a historic course between Kamakahonu Beach in Kailua Bay and Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park. Other races take place during the day, such as double-hull canoe races, relays, and more. There will be other activities surrounding the events, including the Historic Kailua Villa Cultural Walk; booths with arts, crafts and food; a Torchlight Parade; and the Queen Lili’uokalani Canoe Race Lu’au.

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Queen Lili’uokalani Birthday Celebration

Sep 10, 2023 @ 10am-3pm – Lili’uokalani Gardens, Hilo

Celebrating the birthday of Queen Lili’uokalani, enjoy a “Mass Hula”, flower drop, Hawaiian games, tea ceremony, local musicians, and more.

 

Kona Pride Festival

Sep 15-17, 2023 – Kailua-Kona

Join the LGBTQ community and allies in celebrating equality, diversity, love and community. Enjoy entertainment, activities, vendors, and food & drink!

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Fee-Free Days

Sep 23rd 2023 – Volcanoes National Park

The park will be free to enter on September 23rd to celebrate National Public Lands Day.

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