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Discover Oahu's Vibrant March 2026 Events and Festivals
March 2026 on Oahu brings a fantastic lineup of cultural festivals and community celebrations. The milestone 30th Honolulu Festival headlines the month, while Prince Kuhio Day and St. Patrick's Day add to the festive atmosphere. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, there's something for everyone to enjoy this March.
30th Annual Honolulu Festival
The Honolulu Festival is Hawaii's premier cultural event, promoting understanding, economic cooperation, and ethnic harmony between the people of Hawaii and the Pacific Rim region. The 2026 edition marks the 30th anniversary and features an exciting lineup including the Grand Parade through Waikiki, the spectacular Nagaoka Fireworks finale lighting up the Waikiki night sky, a Sake & Food Fest, and more than 100 cultural booths from Japan and Hawaii.
When: March 13–15, 2026
Where: Hawaii Convention Center & Waikiki
More Info: Honolulu Festival
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Waikiki celebrates St. Patrick's Day with a festive parade along Kalakaua Avenue. The parade features marching bands, Irish dance groups, and colorful floats, followed by celebrations at local restaurants and bars throughout Waikiki. It's one of the most spirited parades of the year.
When: March 17, 2026
Where: Kalakaua Avenue, Waikiki
Prince Kuhio Day is a state holiday honoring Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole, Hawaii’s first delegate to the U.S. Congress. Celebrations include cultural events, lei draping ceremonies, and community gatherings. The holiday recognizes Prince Kuhio’s contributions to the Hawaiian people and his dedication to preserving Hawaiian rights and culture.
When: March 26, 2026
Where: Various locations, Honolulu
First Friday Chinatown Art Walk
The First Friday art walk in Chinatown Honolulu is a monthly evening event where art galleries, shops, restaurants, and bars open their doors with food and wine. The March edition features new gallery exhibitions, live music, and a vibrant street atmosphere that showcases Honolulu’s creative community.
When: First Friday of March 2026
Where: Chinatown, Honolulu
Embrace the Aloha Spirit This March
March 2026 on Oahu brings a fantastic lineup of cultural festivals and community celebrations. The milestone 30th Honolulu Festival headlines the month, while Prince Kuhio Day and St. Patrick’s Day add to the festive atmosphere. It’s an excellent time to experience the island’s multicultural character.
Dry conditions on Oʻahu today, with breezy wind in exposed areas. Drier weather continues through Wednesday as moisture clears out.
A medium-sized northwest swell will bring elevated surf to north and west-facing shores tonight through Sunday morning—conditions may briefly reach advisory levels. East-facing shores stay rough through the weekend. Winds remain breezy through Sunday, easing slightly Monday and Tuesday before picking up again Wednesday. A Small Craft Advisory is active through Monday morning for most coastal waters due to wind and sea state. Scattered showers arrive Thursday into Friday.
South and west shore beaches work well through Sunday for calmer conditions. North shore is worth watching tonight and Sunday morning if you're drawn to bigger waves.
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Skies are drying out across Maui today through Wednesday as moisture clears. Winds will be noticeably breezy, especially in exposed and terrain-favored spots.
North and west-facing shores will see elevated surf tonight into Sunday morning as a medium-sized northwest swell moves in—conditions may briefly reach advisory levels. East-facing shores stay rough through the weekend. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect through Monday morning for coastal waters due to wind and sea conditions. Winds ease slightly late Monday and Tuesday, then strengthen again Wednesday. The next chance of scattered showers arrives Thursday through Friday.
If you're heading to the beach, south and west shores are your best bet through Sunday. North shore is worth watching tonight and Sunday morning if you're into bigger waves.
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Mostly clear and dry today on the Big Island, with noticeably breezy winds in exposed areas and terrain-favored spots. That breeze continues through Sunday.
North and west-facing shores will see elevated surf tonight into Sunday morning as a medium-sized northwest swell arrives—conditions may briefly reach advisory levels. East-facing shores stay rough through the weekend. South shores stay small. A Small Craft Advisory covers most coastal waters through Monday morning due to wind and sea conditions. Winds ease slightly late Monday and Tuesday, then pick up again Wednesday. Scattered showers arrive statewide Thursday to Friday.
Head to the south and west shores for beach and snorkeling through Sunday. If bigger waves interest you, the north shore has surf to watch tonight into Sunday morning.
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Drier air is moving in through Wednesday. Winds will be noticeably breezy, especially in exposed areas.
Tonight into Sunday morning, a medium-sized northwest swell will push elevated surf onto the north and west shores—conditions may briefly reach advisory levels. East-facing shores stay rough through the weekend. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect through Monday morning for coastal waters due to wind and sea state. Winds ease slightly late Monday and Tuesday, then pick up again Wednesday. Scattered showers arrive Thursday or Friday.
Hit the south and west shores for swimming and snorkeling through Sunday. If you want to watch big waves, the north shore is worth a look tonight into Sunday morning.
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