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.
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polynesian Voyaging Society Pae ‘Āina Statewide Sail | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Oʻahu: Diamond Head Park closure dates March-April 2025 | $5.00 | Diamond Head State Monument, Diamond Head Rd between Makapu’u and 18th Avenues, Honolulu, HI 96815 | |
| Girl Scout cookie in-person sales thru March | $6.00 | multiple locations | |
| When and where to watch whales for free in Hawaiʻi | FREE | multiple locations | |
| 2025 Hawaii Triennial contemporary visual art exhibitions | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Oʻahu: FREE Kilohana Hula Show (Mon-Wed) in Waikīkī | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | FREE | Kuhio Beach Pa Hula, 2441 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 |
| Oʻahu: free guided lunchtime tours at HT25 HUB in Honolulu | 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | FREE | Oʻahu: Davies Pacific Center, 173 Merchant St, Honolulu, HI 96813 |
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polynesian Voyaging Society Pae ‘Āina Statewide Sail | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Online: behind-the-scenes look at the restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris | 12:00 pm | FREE | Online |
| Oʻahu: Diamond Head Park closure dates March-April 2025 | $5.00 | Diamond Head State Monument, Diamond Head Rd between Makapu’u and 18th Avenues, Honolulu, HI 96815 | |
| Big Isle: Walk with a Doc programs (Wed & Sun) | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Girl Scout cookie in-person sales thru March | $6.00 | multiple locations | |
| When and where to watch whales for free in Hawaiʻi | FREE | multiple locations | |
| 2025 Hawaii Triennial contemporary visual art exhibitions | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace | 8:00 am to 3:00 pm | $2.00 | Aloha Stadium |
| Oʻahu: FREE Kilohana Hula Show (Mon-Wed) in Waikīkī | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | FREE | Kuhio Beach Pa Hula, 2441 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 |
| Oʻahu: beginner tai chi (age 50+) in Pearl City | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | FREE | Pearl City Public Library, 1138 Waimano Home Rd, Pearl City, HI 96782, |
| Oʻahu: free guided lunchtime tours at HT25 HUB in Honolulu | 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | FREE | Oʻahu: Davies Pacific Center, 173 Merchant St, Honolulu, HI 96813 |
| Oʻahu: free hula show "The Return of Kapaemahu" Wednesday in Waikīkī | 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm | FREE | Kuhio Beach Pa Hula, 2441 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 |
Thursday, March 13, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polynesian Voyaging Society Pae ‘Āina Statewide Sail | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Oʻahu: Diamond Head Park closure dates March-April 2025 | $5.00 | Diamond Head State Monument, Diamond Head Rd between Makapu’u and 18th Avenues, Honolulu, HI 96815 | |
| Girl Scout cookie in-person sales thru March | $6.00 | multiple locations | |
| When and where to watch whales for free in Hawaiʻi | FREE | multiple locations | |
| 2025 Hawaii Triennial contemporary visual art exhibitions | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Oʻahu: 2nd Thursday small kine beach cleanup in Kahuku (registration required) | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm | FREE | James Campbell Wildlife Refuge, 56 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731 (Kam Hwy & Plantation Rd) |
| Oʻahu: Free HT25 Artist Gallery Talk at Leeward Community College | 10:00 am to 11:30 am | FREE | Leeward Community College, 96-045 Ala Ike, Pearl City, Hawaii 96782 |
| Oʻahu: free guided lunchtime tours at HT25 HUB in Honolulu | 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | FREE | Oʻahu: Davies Pacific Center, 173 Merchant St, Honolulu, HI 96813 |
| Oʻahu: FREE Kamaʻāina admission to Waimea Valley every Thursday in Haleʻiwa | 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm | FREE | Oʻahu: Waimea Valley (Haleʻiwa) |
Friday, March 14, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polynesian Voyaging Society Pae ‘Āina Statewide Sail | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Hōkūleʻa 50th Birthday TV Specials | FREE | Online | |
| Oʻahu: Diamond Head Park closure dates March-April 2025 | $5.00 | Diamond Head State Monument, Diamond Head Rd between Makapu’u and 18th Avenues, Honolulu, HI 96815 | |
| Girl Scout cookie in-person sales thru March | $6.00 | multiple locations | |
| When and where to watch whales for free in Hawaiʻi | FREE | multiple locations | |
| 2025 Hawaii Triennial contemporary visual art exhibitions | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Oʻahu: free guided lunchtime tours at HT25 HUB in Honolulu | 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | FREE | Oʻahu: Davies Pacific Center, 173 Merchant St, Honolulu, HI 96813 |
| Lānaʻi: All skill levels play chess alternate Fridays | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm | FREE | Lanai Public Library, 555 Fraser Ave, Lanai City, HI 96763 |
| Big Isle: Food Truck Friday in Kona | 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm | FREE | HPM Building Supply, 74-5511 Luhia St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 |
| Oʻahu: Hōkūleʻa’s 50th Birthday at Bishop After-Hours | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | $15.00 | Bishop Museum (Oʻahu) |
Saturday, March 15, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polynesian Voyaging Society Pae ‘Āina Statewide Sail | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Oʻahu: 3rd Saturday craft fair at Koko Marina Center | 10:00 am to 2:30 pm | FREE | Koko Marina Center, 7192 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825 |
| Oʻahu: Walk with a Doc every Saturday in Kalihi & Waipahu | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Girl Scout cookie in-person sales thru March | $6.00 | multiple locations | |
| When and where to watch whales for free in Hawaiʻi | FREE | multiple locations | |
| 2025 Hawaii Triennial contemporary visual art exhibitions | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Maui Swap Meet every Saturday in Kahului | 7:00 am to 1:00 pm | FREE | University of Hawaiʻi – Maui College, 310 West Kaahumanu Ave, Kahului, HI 96732 |
| Oʻahu: Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace | 8:00 am to 3:00 pm | $2.00 | Aloha Stadium |
| Big Isle: Walk with a Doc program 3rd Saturday in Waimea | 8:00 am | FREE | Pukalani Stables, 67-139 Pukalani Road, Kamuela, HI 96743 |
| Oʻahu: Art on the Zoo Fence in Waikīkī | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | FREE | Art on the Zoo Fence, 2760 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 |
| Big Isle: 3rd Saturday Cardboard Shred Day in Captain Cook | 9:00 am to 2:00 pm | FREE | Ma’ona Community Garden, 84-5097 Keala O Keawe Rd, Captain Cook, HI 96704 |
| Oʻahu: free guided lunchtime tours at HT25 HUB in Honolulu | 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | FREE | Oʻahu: Davies Pacific Center, 173 Merchant St, Honolulu, HI 96813 |
| Oʻahu: free Kūhiō Beach Hula show Satruday in Waikīkī | 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm | FREE | Kuhio Beach Pa Hula, 2441 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 |
