Your Guide to 4th of July Fireworks Shows and Entertainment on O‘ahu
Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks shows happening across the island, along with food, games, live music and more holiday fun.
Photo: Jeff Hawe
Independence Day is peak summer—a long weekend of cookouts and picnics with friends and family culminating in a dazzling fireworks show over the ocean. Wondering where to set up camp with your ‘ohana for the best views? Here are the places to be to catch 4th of July fireworks.
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Photo: Courtesy of Ala Moana Center
4th of July Celebration at Ala Moana Center
Wednesday, July 1, to Sunday, July 5
All week, Ala Moana Center merchants are offering exclusive deals. On Saturday, July 4, don’t miss the live music at Centerstage featuring local bands Hui Pū and High Watah. Head to the Mauka Wing for free, family-friendly activities like glitter tattoos and cornhole games. Plus, you can make an appointment to donate to the bloodmobile at the Atkinson Trolley Depot on July 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Family-friendly, free, Ala Moana Center, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Ala Moana, alamoanacenter.com, @alamoanacenter
Hawai‘i Kai Independence Day Market & Concert
Friday, July 3, 4 to 9:30 p.m.
Kick off the holiday weekend with a stacked musical lineup: Henry Kapono & Band, Kapena, Mānoa DNA, Hawaiian Style Band, Maunalua, Kala‘e and Kalena Parish, Kailua Moon as well as Henry Kapono Foundation’s On the Rise artists. There will also be pop-up vendors, and the event is dog-friendly.
Free admission, Hawai‘i Kai Shopping Center, 377 Keahole St., Hawai‘i Kai, henrykaponofoundation.org, @henrykaponofoundation
Independence Day VIP Experience with Jacob Staron at Kapono’s at The Lounge
Friday, July 3, 5 to 8:30 p.m.
Escape the crowds at the Hawai‘i Kai Independence Day Market & Concert to Kapono’s at The Lounge, where you’ll get to meet and take photos with select featured musicians and enjoy live music by Henry Kapono Foundation’s On the Rise artist Jacob Staron.
From $35, Kapono’s at The Lounge, 377 Keahole St. Suite D3, Hawai‘i Kai, kaponosatthelounge.com, @kaponosatthelounge
Official July 3rd After Party with Tavana’s Roadhouse at Kapono’s at The Lounge
Friday, July 3, 8:30 to 11 p.m.
Still in the celebratory mood? The party continues with the high rock energy of Tavana’s Roadhouse and special guest Andy 7 Pairs.
From $25, Kapono’s at The Lounge, 377 Keahole St. Suite D3, Hawai‘i Kai, kaponosatthelounge.com, @kaponosatthelounge
Photo: Courtesy of the Prince Waikīkī
4th of July with Kapena and Anuhea at Prince Waikīkī
Friday, July 3: 4 to 6 p.m. Melaniie & JRoq, 6:30 p.m. Kapena
Saturday, July 4: 4 to 6 p.m. Sierra Lucia, 6:30 p.m. Anuhea
Enjoy two nights of island music on the Muliwai Deck with headliners Kapena and Anuhea. A special smoked barbecue menu and cocktails will be available for purchase. You’ll also have a prime view of the Friday night fireworks.
Family-friendly, $30 general admission (for those 5 years and older), 100 Holomoana St., Waikīkī, princewaikiki.com, @princewaikiki
Kailua Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Parade
Saturday, July 4, 10 a.m. to noon
Kailua will come alive with music and numerous vibrant floats designed by local businesses and organizations. The annual parade promises to be tons of fun and full of patriotic spirit.
Family-friendly, free, Kainalu Dr. between Papalu St. and Kailua Intermediate, kailuachamber.com, @kailua_chamber
4th of July Celebration on the Great Lawn at Hilton Hawaiian Village
Saturday, July 4, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Feast on barbecue specials and local favorites, like kiawe-smoked ribs with guava barbecue sauce and huli huli chicken skewers, while enjoying live music by the Jasmine Kaleihiwa Band, Ben Kama Band, DJ Mastermind and Nesian Nine. Validated self-parking will be available for $15.
Family-friendly, open to resort guests and kama‘āina, 2005 Kālia Road, Waikīkī, hiltonhawaiianvillage.com, @hiltonhawaiianvillage
Hale‘iwa 4th of July Fireworks & Community Festival
Saturday, July 4, 1 to 9 p.m.
Hale‘iwa is pulling all stops to celebrate 4th of July with a vintage car show, food, crafts and retail vendors and live music. The fireworks start at 8:20 p.m. Since more than 15,000 people came to watch in past years, it’s best to come early to snag parking and a prime viewing spot in the park.
Family-friendly, free, Hale‘iwa Beach Park, 62-449 Kamehameha Highway, Hale‘iwa, gonorthshore.org
Stars, Stripes & Grindz at Waikīkī Beach Walk
Saturday, July 4, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy live music, entertainment and games, including cornhole and giant Jenga, while checking out the pop-up food vendors: Joja Burgers, Cosmic Tacos, Neha’s Kitchen, Chillex Pops and Sugarless Bites.
Family-friendly, free admission, Waikīkī Beach Walk Plaza, 227 Lewers St., Waikīkī, waikikibeachwalk.com, @waikikibeachwalk
4th of July at Hukilau Marketplace
Saturday, July 4, 4 to 9 p.m.
The Polynesian Cultural Center invites you to Hukilau Marketplace for live performances by Pohaku, Kawao, Johnny Suite, and Wavvy as well as food and games. The fireworks start at 9 p.m.
Family-friendly, free admission, 55-370 Kamehameha Highway, Lā‘ie, hukilaumarketplace.com, @hukilaumarketplace
Independence Day Celebration at Schofield Barracks
Saturday, July 4, 4 to 9:30 p.m.
Spend the evening at Schofield Barracks with holiday festivities that include a parachute demonstration by the Para-Commandos of the U.S. Special Operations Command, performances by The Scooter Brown Band, Chris Young, 25th Infantry Division and 312th Army Band as well as bounce houses and games. Food and beverages will be available for sale. Stick around for the 4th of July fireworks at 9 p.m.
Family-friendly, free and open to DOD ID card holders and sponsored guests, Weyand Field, 1 Trimble Rd., Schofield Barracks, hawaii.armymwr.com, @mwrhawaii
4th of July Celebration at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
Saturday, July 4, 4 to 9:35 p.m.
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam is throwing America a birthday party with live music, food and giveaways. Check out the two entertainment stages, Car Show & Shine and free activities, including a petting zoo and lei-making. The fireworks start at 9:20 p.m.
Bring a credit or debit card since this is meant to be a cashless event. Visit the website for FAQ and a list of prohibited items.
Family-friendly, free and open to DoD ID cardholders and their sponsored guests, Ward Field, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, 850 Ticonderoga St., Pearl Harbor, jbphh.greatlifehawaii.com, @jointbasephh
Photo: Courtesy of Battleship Missouri Memorial
Picnic on the Pier – America’s 250th Celebration
Saturday, July 4, 6 to 9 p.m.
Picnic beside the USS Missouri (BYO food and drinks, limit one cooler per family) while enjoying a stunning view of the harbor and fireworks and live entertainment. Take advantage of the free tour of the battleship. The concession stand will also have food and drinks for purchase.
Family-friendly, adult admission $30 pre-sale, $40 at the door, keiki admission $15 pre-sale, $25 at the door, free round-trip shuttle service from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, Battleship Missouri Memorial, 63 Cowpens St., Pearl Harbor, ussmissouri.org, @battleshipmissouri
Photo: Courtesy of WCIT Architecture, Turtle Bay Resort
4th of July Beachside Barbecue at Turtle Bay
Saturday, July 4, 6 to 8 p.m.
Head over to Turtle Bay for a special barbecue meal that includes kiawe-grilled bone-in ribeye and fresh seasonal sides. There will also be live music by Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award-winning artists Kala‘e and Kalena, a fire knife performance and a chance to meet mini goats and horses from The Stables.
Family-friendly, The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay, 57-091 Kamehameha Highway, Kahuku, turtlebayresort.com, @ritzcarltonoahuturtlebay
Tiki’s Waikīkī 4th of July Rooftop Bash
Saturday, July 4, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Watch the sunset and the fireworks from the 21st floor of The Twin Fin with a live DJ and dancing. Cocktails and food will be available for purchase.
21+, from $46.52, Tiki’s Grill & Bar, The Twin Fin Hotel, 2570 Kalākaua Ave., Waikīkī, tikis.com, @tikisgrill
Waikīkī 4th of July Fireworks Show
Saturday, July 4, 8:30 p.m.
Presented by Southwest Airlines in partnership with the Waikīkī Improvement Association, there will be a 10-minute fireworks show at 8:30 p.m. between the Halekulani and Moana Surfrider hotels, visible from all along Waikīkī Beach and Magic Island.
Family-friendly, free, Waikīkī Beach, waikikiimprovement.com, @waikikiimprovement
4th of July Kailua Fireworks Show
Saturday, July 4
Bring picnic blankets, towels and beach chairs to sit back and relax on Kailua Beach with a superb view of the fireworks. Alexander & Baldwin has sponsored complimentary shuttles to the beach from A&B shopping centers. Catch a shuttle from the Kailua Town Parking Garage at Lau Hala Shops starting at 4:30 p.m. The shuttle will run every 30 minutes until 10:30 p.m.
Family-friendly, free, 526 Kawailoa Road, Kailua, kailuafireworks.com
Andrea Lee is the digital editor of HONOLULU Magazine.
