August is right around the corner. For future Oahu visitors, now is the time to start scouring the event calendar and nailing down what to get up to on the island.

Thankfully, there is quite a lot to choose from. Whether you like music, food, scenic nature, or some combination, there’s at least one event you won’t want to miss.

Here are the best events and festivals coming to Oahu this August. 

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2023 Events and Festivities

Moon Walk at Waimea Valley

Oahu’s Waimea Valley is religiously significant and stunningly beautiful, especially under glowing Hawaiian moonlight. Pair that with dinner and drinks at Wahi Aina, Kikono Bar, and Hale Kope coffee bar, and you’ve got one of the coolest experiences happening on any of the islands all month long.  

When: Thursday, August 31st, 6:30 PM - 10 PM
Where: 59-864 Kamemahema Hwy, Haleiwa (Waimea Valley)
More Info: Waimea Valley Moon Walk Tickets

41st Annual “Waikiki Style” Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival

Music lovers shouldn’t miss this iconic showcase of one of Hawaii’s most beloved and distinctive instruments. Arguably one of the finest and inarguably one of the longest-standing acoustic guitar traditions in the world, the Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival takes its many master players to the Waikiki Aquarium on August 12th. 

When: Saturday, August 12th, 5 PM - 9 PM
Where: 2777 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu (Waikiki Aquarium)
More Info: Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival Facebook 

19th Annual Korean Festival 

Korean culture runs deep in the Hawaiian community. This beautiful, dynamic outdoor festival is a perfect chance to witness and celebrate that culture. There will be live traditional music, dance, and more delicious authentic food than you can eat.

When: Saturday, August 19th, 11 AM - 8 PM
Where: 650 S King St, Honolulu (Frank F Fasi Civic Grounds)
More Info: The Korean Festival

15th Annual Hubb Keiki Fest

Kids on boogie boards and raising awareness about the ocean - what’s not to like? Plus, if you race to change out of your wetsuit, you might still have time to make it to the slack key guitar festival at 4. 

When: Saturday, August 12th, 7 AM - 3 PM
Where: Sherwood Beach, Waimanalo
More Info: Instagram and Facebook

29th Annual Made in Hawaii Festival

This is a real treat for lovers of Hawaiian foods. Hawaii Convention Center will host August’s Made in Hawaii Fair, presenting a wonderful chance to explore numerous vendors assembled in the same building. Tickets go on sale Friday, August 4th.

When: August 18th, 19th, and 20th
Where: 1801 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu (Hawaii Convention Center)
More Info: Made in Hawaii Festival

We hope you find this a helpful starting place for filling out your calendar in Oahu this August. As always, mahalo, and best wishes for your visit!

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