Things to do in Hawaiʻi this week: festivals, concerts, food events and culture on Oʻahu, Maui, Hawaiʻi Island and Kauaʻi. Confirm details with organizers before you go.
Oct 23, 2026 HST
Coming up in late October and November
- Statewide: The Hawaiʻi International Film Festival runs Oct. 22 through Nov. 11. The Hawaiʻi Food & Wine Festival wraps up on Oʻahu Nov. 5–8 after its Hawaiʻi Island and Maui weekends.
- Maui: Made in Maui County Festival, Nov. 6–7, Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
- Kauaʻi: Emalani Festival, Nov. 7, Kōkeʻe State Park.
- Hawaiʻi Island: Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival, Kona, Nov. 8.
Earlier updates and background
- Since 1946: Aloha Festivals, Hawaiʻi’s largest cultural celebration, every September.
- Since 1964: The Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo, the world’s premier hula competition, every spring.
- Since 1981: The Hawaiʻi International Film Festival.
