Best time to visit
72 things to do in Hawaii
Hurricane Season
Summer winds, similar to Asian monsoon, may bring storms, typhoons or tropical cyclones
Spring and Autumn Surf Season
Spring season in Hawaii is a good time to enjoy waves and master your surfing skills
Winter (Wet Season)
Short rains and cooler temperatures make this period less popular. But it doesn't refer to surfers
Whale Watching in Hawaii
A spectacular and moving show of whales with their calves cresting and breaching around your boat
Lahaina Noon
An interesting solar position can be observed in various locations
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing
Hawaii is one of the few places in the world where you can still catch a 50 kg yellowfin tuna
Skiing and Snowboarding Mauna Kea
It's not a joke. You really can ski and snowboard in Hawaii
Avocado
Even though avocado is not native to Hawaii, it's widely used in modern Hawaiian cuisine
Torch Lighting and Cliff Diving
A romantic and touching experience on Maui Island, unique to Hawaii
Merrie Monarch Festival
One of the most colorful cultural events in Hawaii held to honor King David Kalakaua
Ka Moloka'i Makahiki Festival
A great occasion to learn more about Hawaiian traditions and culture
Apple Bananas
Forget your supermarket bananas. Taste Hawaiian apple bananas for the first time
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
If you've ever longed for a tropical paradise, Hanauma Bay is the place of your dreams
Surinam Cherry
It doesn't look like a cherry at all, but the sour taste is somewhat close to one
Maui Film Festival
Watching a movie right on the beach under a starry tropical sky is a great festival experience
Pearl Harbor Day
The historical site of Pearl Harbor on Oahu Island, where the US was attacked by Japanese forces in 1941, has a lot to offer visitors
Ziplining
America's first zipline appeared in Hawaii and the activity still remains one of the major attractions on the islands
Great Pumpkin Festival
Don't miss this event if you want to feel the real American Halloween atmosphere
Soursop
This strange looking fruit is great for smoothies
Birdwatching
Hawaii is home to a number of rare birds and a great number of seabirds
Laniakea or Turtle Beach
A day on the beach with turtles—this is a perfect retreat Hawaiian style
Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaii
A touching Buddhist custom attracts thousands of participants in Honolulu
Winter Surf Season
Hawaii is a surfer's paradise, especially in winter when it becomes a dynamic global surfing hot spot
Kamehameha Day
Time to commemorate the birth of the legendary king who united the Hawaiian islands
Vans Triple Crown of Surfing
Hawaii's top surfing competition for the best surfers in the world. A spectacular show for visitors!
Moloka'i Hoe
A popular and authentic Polynesian sport of canoe racing with hundreds of teams participating
Kona Coffee Harvest
Try one of the world's most famous coffees and participate in its harvesting by hand
Snorkeling
Hawaii is one of the best destinations on Earth for snorkeling. The underwater life here is simply fantastic
Plumeria Blossom
Plumeria flowers have become a symbol of Hawaii. Don't miss their beautiful bloom season
Turtle Town in Maui
A beautiful snorkel location with friendly Hawaiian sea turtles and a variety of colorful tropical fish
Weeping Wall or Blue Hole
The waterfalls are so much like tears pouring down green cheeks of Mount Waialeale, one of the wettest spots on Earth
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling
Explore picturesque lagoons, tunnels, reefs, and underwater canyons of the Hawaiian Islands
Chinese New Year
Street parties throughout the islands with lots of great food, fun activities, and amazing fireworks
Ironman World Championship in Kona
Try yourself in one of the world's toughest races and prove that you really are made of steel. Notice, it's by qualification only!
Jacaranda Tree Blooming
A beautiful spectacle of Jacaranda trees blooming along the Haleakala slopes on Maui
Ohi'a'ai or Mountain Apples
Try these exotic Hawaiian fruits which are absolutely delicious
Haleakala Sunrise and Sunset
A magnificent sunrise and sunset at Haleakala summit among volcanic scenery will leave you breathless
Aloha Festivals
A dynamic celebration of Hawaiian culture and Aloha spirit
Kona Coffee Blossom or "Kona Snow"
Witness the unique "Kona snow" of Hawaii during the blooming period of coffee trees
Hawaii Food & Wine Festival
Wash the scrumptious Hawaiian dishes down with some fine vibrant wine
Moanalua Valley Trail to Haiku Stairs
This staircase has nothing in common with a Japanese poetry genre
Billabong Pro Pipeline
One of the most stunning and dangerous surfing competitions
Cherry Blossom
Japanese brought the cherry trees to Hawaii along with hanami tradition
May Day (Lei Day)
Lei is not just an accessory. This element of Hawaiian culture even has its own holiday
Memorial Day Weekend
Flower shower, floating lanterns, and other events to commemorate fallen heroes
Hawaii 4th of July Fireworks & Events
Fireworks and celebrations all over Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island
Kitesurfing and Windsurfing
A real Mecca for kitesurfers and windsurfers where surfing is a way of life
Green Sand Beach (Papakōlea)
Relax on the amazing sand of Mahana Bay, on one of the four green beaches in the world
Manta Ray Night Dive
Did you miss the feeling of winning in a lottery? Swimming with these fantastic animals will give you one!
Honolulu Christmas Lights
Christmas Lights is a beloved annual tradition in Honolulu
Christmas Lights in Hawaii
Every island deserves its own winter wonderland
Stargazing
Hawaii features plenty of breathtaking spots, with the sky filled with trillions of stars
New Year's Eve
Usher in the New Year in Hawaii with a festive vibe and some authentic bliss