Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: July 16–22, 2026

Photo: Courtesy of Goodwill Hawai‘i

Goodwill Goes Glam

Thursday, July 16, 5 p.m. gala dinner, 7 p.m. fashion show

Friday, July 17, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 18, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. sale

Fashionistas, get ready to flock to this annual fashion show and thrift sale benefiting Goodwill Hawai‘i. The weekend kicks off on Thursday with a fashion show produced by Valerie Joseph and continues Friday and Saturday with a second-hand sale where you can find vintage treasures, modern designer pieces, housewares and more.

$35 fashion show ticket, $100 VIP fashion show ticket, $500 gala dinner and fashion show ticket, free entry to the sale on Friday and Saturday, Blaisdell Exhibition Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Kaka‘ako, goodwillhawaii.org, @goodwill_hawaii

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Photo: Courtesy of Prince Lot Hula Festival

Prince Lot Hula Festival

Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18, 2 to 10 p.m.

Watch an impressive lineup of hula hālau and musicians at this perennial event in honor of Prince Lot Kapuāiwa, a passionate advocate of traditional Hawaiian practices. In between performances, enjoy a haku mele workshop, food vendors, culture and education booths and a mākeke craft fair. This year, there will be a 21+ lounge with a full bar and snacks for purchase, such as dry aku and smoked marlin.

Family-friendly, free, Royal Hawaiian Center, Ka Lewa Lānai, 2201 Kalākaua Ave., Waikīkī, mgfhawaii.org, @plhfhawaii

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Photo: Sergio Accastino

Midsummer Night’s Gleam

Saturday, July 18, 3 to 9 p.m.

Foster Botanical Garden transforms into a botanical oasis at twilight, enchanting and entertaining the whole family. Be dazzled by thousands of lights and lanterns illuminating the lush foliage, kid-friendly activities, performances and food vendors. Reserve your spot online; walk-ins will be limited.

Family-friendly, $5 adult, $1 child (6-17), free for kids 5 and under, 180 N. Vineyard Blvd., Downtown, honolulu.gov, @honolulubotanicalgardens

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Photo: Courtesy of Our Kaka‘ako

Honolulu Night Market

Saturday, July 18, 5 to 10 p.m.

Gather with friends at this bustling block party that takes over the streets of Kaka‘ako. Stroll through 80 local food vendors, retailers, artisans and interactive booths. Entertainment highlights include a fashion show displaying wearable works of art and live performances by Anuhea and Taimane.

Family- and pet-friendly, free, Keawe St., Auahi St., Coral St. and The Barn at Salt, Kaka‘ako, ourkakaako.com, @ourkakaako

Native Hawaiian Convention

Monday, July 20, to Wednesday, July 22

Back in Hawai‘i this year, the annual convention features keynote speakers and breakout discussions on hot topic issues, cultural workshops, networking opportunities and a shopping marketplace curated by Nā Mea Hawai‘i with exclusive releases and designer collaborations. The cultural celebration continues with the Queen Lili‘uokalani Keiki Hula Competition & Festival July 23–25.

From $225, Neal S. Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave., Kaka‘ako, hawaiiancouncil.org/convention,
@hawaiiancouncil

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Photo: Courtesy of Out of System

The Lū‘au Grass Volleyball Tournament

Sunday, July 19, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

This annual competition has become Hawai‘i’s largest outdoor volleyball event with more than 100 four-person teams ranging from teens to adults playing across 45 grass courts. Register your team now through Thursday, July 16, or cheer on the players while enjoying a live DJ and food vendors.

$175–$400 team tournament registration, free for spectators, Kailua District Park, 21 South Kainalu Drive, Kailua, vbluau.com, @7genculture

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Laura Dornbush is a regular contributor to HONOLULU Magazine. @ldornbush