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.
Sunday, December 21, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Isle: Walk with a Doc programs (Wed & Sun) | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Makahiki: Hawaiian New Year signals the rainy season | |||
| 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 |
| Oʻahu: 3rd Sunday Lā ʻohana days kamaʻāina discount admission in Waimea | 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | Discounted |
Monday, December 22, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makahiki: Hawaiian New Year signals the rainy season | |||
| Big Isle: Free guided nature walk through the rain forest in Volcano | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | FREE | Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785 |
| 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 |
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makahiki: Hawaiian New Year signals the rainy season | |||
| 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 |
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Isle: Walk with a Doc programs (Wed & Sun) | FREE | multiple locations | |
| Makahiki: Hawaiian New Year signals the rainy season | |||
| 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 |
Thursday, December 25, 2025
| Event | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday hours: What’s closed and open Christmas Day | All Hawaiian Islands | ||
| Makahiki: Hawaiian New Year signals the rainy season |
