Honolulu · Weekend of 2025-12-26

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Honolulu 96814

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WEEKEND SNAPSHOT

Consistent sunshine with highs near 81°F. Expect light trade winds and a 15% chance of passing windward showers in the early mornings.

Massive traffic spikes expected around Ala Moana Center and Ward Village due to 'After-Christmas' sales and gift returns.

⚡ If You Only Do One Thing

Final Indoor Walk-Through of Honolulu City Lights

Friday, Dec 26, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

"This is the final night the interior of Honolulu Hale is open for the tree exhibition. You get the full 'Local Christmas' experience before the halls are cleared for the new year."

PRO TIP: Park at the Alapai Joint Traffic Management Center or Fasi Municipal Building basement (free after hours) to avoid street parking headaches.

📍 Top Spots

Honolulu City Lights (Final Days)

Nightly; Indoor exhibit closes Dec 26 (Friday) • Honolulu Hale Civic Center Grounds & Thomas Square

The iconic 41st annual holiday display. Note: The indoor Department Tree Exhibition inside Honolulu Hale officially closes on Friday, Dec 26, though outdoor displays remain through the weekend.

Best For: Young families and couples looking for a festive evening stroll. • Cost: Free

Tumua Tuinei: The Chee Hoo Tour

Saturday (Dec 27) 8:00 PM & Sunday (Dec 28) 7:00 PM • Neal S. Blaisdell Arena (777 Ward Ave)

Local comedian and former UH football player Tumua Tuinei brings his viral island-style sketches to a massive homecoming show at the Blaisdell Arena.

Best For: Active professionals and local comedy fans. • Cost: $40+

KCC Farmers Market

Saturday (Dec 27) 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM • Kapiʻolani Community College Parking Lot C

Oahu's premier Saturday market featuring 70+ vendors. While Ward's market is a weekly staple, KCC is the local 'gold standard' for post-holiday produce and local eats.

Best For: Foodies and families seeking fresh local produce away from the mall chaos. • Cost: Free Entry

Choose Your Mode

Mode: The Foodie

New Opening: Zucchi Pizza $20-$30

Thu-Sun, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Kewalo Basin (Kaka'ako)

Authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizza in the newly developed Kewalo waterfront space.

Tip: Perfect for a casual dinner before walking to see the lights at Thomas Square.

Mode: The Young Family

Sounds of the Ocean: Immersive Experience Museum Admission + Event Fee

Sunday (Dec 28), various times • Bishop Museum (Planetarium)

An award-winning immersive experience combining ocean imagery with sound therapy; great for restless keiki.

Tip: Check out the 'Expedition Dinosaur' exhibit while you're there.

Weekend at a Glance

Friday Night

Magical Mystery Show!

Entertainment

Saturday 8:00 AM

Fresh Market Haul @ KCC

Food

Saturday Night

Tumua Tuinei Live

Comedy

Sunday 5:30 PM

Honolulu City Lights Stroll

Tradition

⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs

Ala Moana Center Traffic Gridlock

Friday and Saturday (Dec 26-27), 10 AM – 4 PM; specifically Kapiolani Blvd and Ala Moana Blvd.

Take the back roads (Waimanu or Kawaihao St) if moving between Kaka'ako and Waikiki. Avoid the mall parking structure entirely.

📅 Plan Ahead

Date	Event	Action
Jan 1, 2026	New Year's After Party with DJ Jrama	Medium (Tickets sell out fast)

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