This is the best event calendar in the Hawaiian Islands if you are looking for free and cheap things to do without spending a lot of money. We include virtual and in-person events, outdoor things to do, and any other permissible activities. Every day, we search the Islands for community festivals, art shows, craft fairs, movie screenings and film festivals, live music, comedy shows, theater, performing arts, literary events, hobby shows of all kinds, family events, sporting events, recreation on the water, shopping discounts, consignment and used goods sales, exercise events, and more. Anything and everything as long as its free or cheap and fun. Tip: To see less or more in the calendar below, you can choose to View Events By Day or By month. To see events on a specific date, select By Day, and then select 'Choose a Date'. Stay healthy. Stay positive. Be kind. Be patient.
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“Go Try PlayWrite” monthly playwriting contest with cash prize
“Go Try PlayWrite” monthly playwriting contest with cash prizeEvery 1 monthsKumu Kahua Theatre was founded in 1971 by a group of graduate students at the University of Hawaiʻi, with the original goal of producing locally written experimental works. Bamboo Ridge Press was founded in 1978 ... Read More » | Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » | Oʻahu: FREE Kamaʻāina admission to Waimea Valley every Thursday in Haleʻiwa 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: FREE Kamaʻāina admission to Waimea Valley every Thursday in HaleʻiwaWeekly on ThursdayEvery Thursday between NOON and 3:00 PM, before the Haleʻiwa Farmers Market begins in Pikake Pavilion, Hawaiʻi residents and military with ID can receive FREE admission to Waimea Valley. Enjoy a beautiful afternoon stroll before ... Read More » Oʻahu: HPD Citizen Patrol at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Oʻahu: HPD Citizen Patrol at Ala Wai Small Boat HarborEvery 2 weeks on ThursdayHonolulu Police Departent (HPD) District 6 Community Policing Team invites you and your neighbors/friends in the area to join them for some fresh air and good conversation during a Citizen Patrol Walk around the Ala ... Read More » | Oʻahu: twice monthly street food extravaganza in Waipahu
Oʻahu: twice monthly street food extravaganza in WaipahuEvery 1 months on the 1st FridayWhat the Truck?! at Waikele Center is a local food extravaganza on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. Food truck and pop-up vendors offer up some of the best street foods on the West ... Read More » Big Isle: Food Truck Friday in Kona 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Big Isle: Food Truck Friday in KonaWeekly on FridayFood Truck Friday is your one stop spot to feed the entire family. Barbecue, Pizza, Thai food, Mexican food, local coffee, to die for desserts, Seafood, local grinds. You name it; they have it. Plus ... Read More » Big Isle: 1st Friday Art After Dark in Hōlualoa 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Big Isle: 1st Friday Art After Dark in HōlualoaEvery 1 months on the 1st FridayOn the first Friday of every month, Hualoa Village comes together for a monthly block party after dark. Join the art galleries and boutiques for live music, gourmet “grab and go” food, and a chance ... Read More » | Kauaʻi: 1st Saturday volunteer to restore Buddhist temple site in Kalaheo 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Kauaʻi: 1st Saturday volunteer to restore Buddhist temple site in KalaheoEvery 1 months on the 1st SaturdayLawai International Center (LIC) in Hanapepe Valley is one of the oldest Buddhist temple sites in the country. The archaeological and cultural treasure was built in 1904 by Japanese immigrants t replicate an ancient pilgrimage ... Read More » Maui: 1st Saturday at natural bird habitat in Kihei 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Maui: 1st Saturday at natural bird habitat in KiheiEvery 1 months on the 1st SaturdayKeālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) is a sanctuary for many species that are native and endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. Home to the endangered ae‘o (Hawaiian stilt) and ‘alae ke‘oke‘o (Hawaiian coot), the NWR ... Read More » Maui Swap Meet every Saturday in Kahului 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
Maui Swap Meet every Saturday in KahuluiWeekly on SaturdayMaui Swap Meet in Kahului is a large flea market with an amazing variety of STUFF for sale by Maui residents, including T-shirts, jewelry, flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables, hand-painted shirts and dresses, and more. ... Read More » Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » | ||
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 6:30 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on SundayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in Waikīkī 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in WaikīkīWeekly on Sunday and Saturday"Art on the Zoo Fence" is one of Hawaii’s lasting treasures. The outdoor art venue in Waikīkī has been displaying art since 1953. Resident Hawai'i artists meet every Saturday and Sunday to display and sell ... Read More » | Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » Oʻahu: beginner tai chi (age 50+) in Pearl City 9:30 am to 10:30 am
Oʻahu: beginner tai chi (age 50+) in Pearl CityEvery 1 months on the 2nd WednesdayTai Chi is a form of martial arts and low impact exercise for Older Adults 50+. Medical clearance by a physician is recommended. Wear comfortable clothing and covered-toe shoes. Bring bottled water or water in ... Read More » | Oʻahu: FREE Kamaʻāina admission to Waimea Valley every Thursday in Haleʻiwa 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: FREE Kamaʻāina admission to Waimea Valley every Thursday in HaleʻiwaWeekly on ThursdayEvery Thursday between NOON and 3:00 PM, before the Haleʻiwa Farmers Market begins in Pikake Pavilion, Hawaiʻi residents and military with ID can receive FREE admission to Waimea Valley. Enjoy a beautiful afternoon stroll before ... Read More » | Lānaʻi: All skill levels play chess alternate Fridays 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Lānaʻi: All skill levels play chess alternate FridaysEvery 2 weeks on FridayHave you ever played chess? Do you want to learn? Are you an avid player and want to help others learn how to play? Whatever your level of chess play, come and enjoy the game, ... Read More » Big Isle: Food Truck Friday in Kona 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Big Isle: Food Truck Friday in KonaWeekly on FridayFood Truck Friday is your one stop spot to feed the entire family. Barbecue, Pizza, Thai food, Mexican food, local coffee, to die for desserts, Seafood, local grinds. You name it; they have it. Plus ... Read More » | Maui Swap Meet every Saturday in Kahului 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
Maui Swap Meet every Saturday in KahuluiWeekly on SaturdayMaui Swap Meet in Kahului is a large flea market with an amazing variety of STUFF for sale by Maui residents, including T-shirts, jewelry, flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables, hand-painted shirts and dresses, and more. ... Read More » Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in Waikīkī 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in WaikīkīWeekly on Sunday and Saturday"Art on the Zoo Fence" is one of Hawaii’s lasting treasures. The outdoor art venue in Waikīkī has been displaying art since 1953. Resident Hawai'i artists meet every Saturday and Sunday to display and sell ... Read More » O'ahu: 2nd Saturday Kanikapila ʻUkulele Jam Session at Bishop 10:00 am to 11:00 am
O'ahu: 2nd Saturday Kanikapila ʻUkulele Jam Session at BishopEvery 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayBernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, often referred to as "the Bishop" is the largest museum in the state of Hawaii. Her primary purpose is to represent and serve the interests of Native Hawaiians. The permanent exhibits take ... Read More » | ||
Kauaʻi: Tour Buddhist shrines 2nd & 4th Sunday in Kalaheo
Kauaʻi: Tour Buddhist shrines 2nd & 4th Sunday in KalaheoEvery 1 months on the 2nd SundayThe Lawai International Center is on 32 acres in the Lawai Valley. It was once the site of a Hawaiian heiau, a Taoist temple, a Shinto shrine, and a Shingon Buddhist temple. On the site ... Read More » Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 6:30 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on SundayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in Waikīkī 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in WaikīkīWeekly on Sunday and Saturday"Art on the Zoo Fence" is one of Hawaii’s lasting treasures. The outdoor art venue in Waikīkī has been displaying art since 1953. Resident Hawai'i artists meet every Saturday and Sunday to display and sell ... Read More » | Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » | Oʻahu: FREE Kamaʻāina admission to Waimea Valley every Thursday in Haleʻiwa 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: FREE Kamaʻāina admission to Waimea Valley every Thursday in HaleʻiwaWeekly on ThursdayEvery Thursday between NOON and 3:00 PM, before the Haleʻiwa Farmers Market begins in Pikake Pavilion, Hawaiʻi residents and military with ID can receive FREE admission to Waimea Valley. Enjoy a beautiful afternoon stroll before ... Read More » Oʻahu: HPD Citizen Patrol at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Oʻahu: HPD Citizen Patrol at Ala Wai Small Boat HarborEvery 2 weeks on ThursdayHonolulu Police Departent (HPD) District 6 Community Policing Team invites you and your neighbors/friends in the area to join them for some fresh air and good conversation during a Citizen Patrol Walk around the Ala ... Read More » | Hawaii state holiday: Good Friday
Hawaii state holiday: Good FridayFriday, April 18, 2025 Hawaiʻi State Government offices and facilities observe the following state holidays, while federal offices and facilities are open. If the holiday falls on Saturday, the holiday is observed on Friday. And, if the holiday falls ... Read More » Big Isle: Food Truck Friday in Kona 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Big Isle: Food Truck Friday in KonaWeekly on FridayFood Truck Friday is your one stop spot to feed the entire family. Barbecue, Pizza, Thai food, Mexican food, local coffee, to die for desserts, Seafood, local grinds. You name it; they have it. Plus ... Read More » Oʻahu: 3rd Friday in historic Kaimukī (E of Mānoa) 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Oʻahu: 3rd Friday in historic Kaimukī (E of Mānoa)Every 1 months on the 3rd FridayLocated east of Manoa and Mauka of Diamond Head, the historic Kaimuki neighborhood is long known for its family-owned businesses, traditional and progressive shops, farmers markets, eateries, theatre, bakeries and restaurants. Every Third Friday stop ... Read More » | Oʻahu: 3rd Saturday craft fair at Koko Marina Center 10:00 am to 2:30 pm
Oʻahu: 3rd Saturday craft fair at Koko Marina CenterEvery 1 months on the 3rd SaturdayThe Craft Fair and Sidewalk Sale showcases over 70 local vendors. #supportlocal! Lots of free parking. More info: Events - Koko Marina Center You might also like: Contemporary Hawaiian Arts: Galleries, Craft Markets, Festivals (hawaiionthecheap.com) Read More » O'ahu Festival on Kalākaua Ave 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
O'ahu Festival on Kalākaua AveSaturday, April 19, 2025 The bustling neighborhood of Waikīkī is home to frequent parades and street festivals throughout the year, including the ʻOhana Block Party Festivals. For these street festivals, Kalākaua Avenue is lined with local food vendors selling ... Read More » Free entrance day in Hawaii National Parks (National Park Week)
Free entrance day in Hawaii National Parks (National Park Week)Saturday, April 19, 2025 Several days each year, all National Park Service (NPS) sites that charge an entrance fee offer free admission to everyone. The other 400 National Parks across the country are free all the time. The fee-free ... Read More » Maui Swap Meet every Saturday in Kahului 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
Maui Swap Meet every Saturday in KahuluiWeekly on SaturdayMaui Swap Meet in Kahului is a large flea market with an amazing variety of STUFF for sale by Maui residents, including T-shirts, jewelry, flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables, hand-painted shirts and dresses, and more. ... Read More » | ||
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 6:30 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on SundayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in Waikīkī 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in WaikīkīWeekly on Sunday and Saturday"Art on the Zoo Fence" is one of Hawaii’s lasting treasures. The outdoor art venue in Waikīkī has been displaying art since 1953. Resident Hawai'i artists meet every Saturday and Sunday to display and sell ... Read More » | Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » | Maui County: free career services in Kihei 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Maui County: free career services in KiheiEvery 1 months on the 4th ThursdayGoodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 4th Thursday of each month from 9:00am to 1:00pm, specialists from the ... Read More » Oʻahu: FREE Kamaʻāina admission to Waimea Valley every Thursday in Haleʻiwa 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: FREE Kamaʻāina admission to Waimea Valley every Thursday in HaleʻiwaWeekly on ThursdayEvery Thursday between NOON and 3:00 PM, before the Haleʻiwa Farmers Market begins in Pikake Pavilion, Hawaiʻi residents and military with ID can receive FREE admission to Waimea Valley. Enjoy a beautiful afternoon stroll before ... Read More » | Lānaʻi: All skill levels play chess alternate Fridays 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Lānaʻi: All skill levels play chess alternate FridaysEvery 2 weeks on FridayHave you ever played chess? Do you want to learn? Are you an avid player and want to help others learn how to play? Whatever your level of chess play, come and enjoy the game, ... Read More » Big Isle: Food Truck Friday in Kona 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Big Isle: Food Truck Friday in KonaWeekly on FridayFood Truck Friday is your one stop spot to feed the entire family. Barbecue, Pizza, Thai food, Mexican food, local coffee, to die for desserts, Seafood, local grinds. You name it; they have it. Plus ... Read More » | Oʻahu: 4th Saturday Community Work Day on North Shore 8:30 am to 12:00 pm
Oʻahu: 4th Saturday Community Work Day on North ShoreEvery 1 months on the 4th SaturdayRemove invasive plants, restore native species and plant traditional Hawaiian crops in and around Waialeʻe Lako Pono, a North Shore wetland ecosystem near Sunset Beach. Help restore "lako pono" (holistic abunance) to the ahupuaʻa of ... Read More » Maui Swap Meet every Saturday in Kahului 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
Maui Swap Meet every Saturday in KahuluiWeekly on SaturdayMaui Swap Meet in Kahului is a large flea market with an amazing variety of STUFF for sale by Maui residents, including T-shirts, jewelry, flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables, hand-painted shirts and dresses, and more. ... Read More » Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in Waikīkī 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in WaikīkīWeekly on Sunday and Saturday"Art on the Zoo Fence" is one of Hawaii’s lasting treasures. The outdoor art venue in Waikīkī has been displaying art since 1953. Resident Hawai'i artists meet every Saturday and Sunday to display and sell ... Read More » | ||
Maui: Kaʻehu cleanup 4th Sunday in Waiheʻe-Waiʻehu 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Maui: Kaʻehu cleanup 4th Sunday in Waiheʻe-WaiʻehuEvery 1 months on the 4th SundaySHARKastics has been spearheading cleanups at Ka'ehu on the 4th Sunday of every month sine 2012. This bay and coastline are important for many species! To date, they've removed over 29 tons of marine debris. ... Read More » Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 6:30 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on SundayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in Waikīkī 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in WaikīkīWeekly on Sunday and Saturday"Art on the Zoo Fence" is one of Hawaii’s lasting treasures. The outdoor art venue in Waikīkī has been displaying art since 1953. Resident Hawai'i artists meet every Saturday and Sunday to display and sell ... Read More » | Molokaʻi: monthly E Hoʻomanaʻo celebrates Hawaii history 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Molokaʻi: monthly E Hoʻomanaʻo celebrates Hawaii historyEvery 1 monthsCoordinated by Mercy Ritte of ʻĀina Momona, the E Hoʻomanaʻo program series on the last Tuesday of each month remembers and celebrates the lives of aliʻi and other historical Hawaiian figures. Join this presentation of ... Read More » | Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & MarketplaceWeekly on Wednesday and SaturdayThe Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is Hawaii's largest outdoor market featuring hundreds of vendors, crafters, and artists from all over the world. You can find discounts on a wide selection of high-quality products from clothing, ... Read More » |
