Kauai Events in March

Events & Festivals on the Island of Kauai

Tori C. Derrick

02-18-2026

Tori C. Derrick

President & certified Hawaii travel expert with 15+ years of experience in Hawaii tourism.

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March 2026 Events and Festivities on Kauaʻi

March on the Garden Isle of Kauaʻi is a time of cultural celebration and natural beauty. Prince Kuhīō Day holds special significance here as the prince’s birthplace, while whale watching season reaches its final weeks. The E Kanikapila Kākou concert series continues to deliver world-class Hawaiian music in an intimate setting.

Here are our picks for the best events and festivals on Kauaʻi in March 2026.

Prince Kuhīō Day Celebration

Prince Kuhīō Day holds special significance on Kauaʻi, as Prince Jonah Kuhīō Kalanianaʻole was born in Koloa on Kauaʻi’s south shore. The island celebrates with cultural events, lei draping ceremonies at the Prince Kuhīō birthplace monument, Hawaiian music, and community gatherings. It’s a meaningful day that connects visitors to Hawaiʻi’s royal heritage.

When: March 26, 2026
Where: Prince Kuhīō Park, Koloa & various locations

E Kanikapila Kākou Concert Series (Continues)

The Monday-night Hawaiian music concert series presented by the Garden Island Arts Council continues through March 23, 2026, featuring intimate performances by top Hawaiian musicians. This free, family-friendly series is a wonderful way to experience authentic Hawaiian music in a relaxed setting. For 2026 the series has relocated to the Kauaʻi Community College Performing Arts Center in Puhi while the Outrigger Kauaʻi Beach Resort completes ballroom renovations.

When: Mondays through March 23, 2026
Where: Kauaʻi Community College Performing Arts Center, Puhi
More Info: Garden Island Arts Council — E Kanikapila Kākou 2026

Whale Watching Season

March is the final month of peak whale watching on Kauaʻi. Humpback whales are still abundant in the waters around the island, making it a last opportunity to spot these magnificent creatures before they begin their northern migration. The south shore and Nā Pali Coast offer some of the best viewing opportunities.

When: Through March 2026
Where: South Shore, Nā Pali Coast

March 2026 on Kauaʻi is highlighted by the Prince Kuhīō Day celebrations — especially meaningful on the prince’s home island — and the final weeks of whale watching season. The E Kanikapila Kākou concert series continues to deliver unforgettable Hawaiian music evenings.

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These diverse events reflect the multifaceted nature of Kauaʻi itself — a place where natural beauty, rich cultural traditions, and a vibrant arts scene come together. Whether you're drawn to Hawaiian music, Prince Kuhiō Day ceremonies, or a last chance at whale watching, Kauaʻi in March 2026 offers a full calendar for visitors and kamaʻāina alike.

Tori C. Derrick

Published by: Tori C. Derrick

President & certified Hawai'i travel expert with 15+ years of experience in Hawai'i tourism.

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