Honolulu, HI · Weekend of 2026-08-21
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Weekend Game
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| Honolulu, HI | Aug 21-23 |
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90F
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89F
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SUN
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89F
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Comedy and Music Festivals Take Over Honolulu
Honolulu earns a great rating this weekend as the city balances touring stand-up acts with large-scale music festivals. While scattered rain showers are forecast, the Saturday late afternoon window looks promising for outdoor plans between indoor events. From Waikiki performance art to arena music, the schedule is diverse.
Highs will hold steady near 89 degrees with overnight lows around 78. Scattered rain showers are expected daily with precipitation chances peaking at 52 percent. Saturday late afternoon offers the best outdoor window with mostly clear skies and warm temperatures.
If you only do one thing
Keith Pedro is at Blue Note Hawaii in Honolulu. Listed for Friday 6:30 PM this weekend. The listing is Friday 6:30 PM at Blue Note Hawaii; the room is the plan. It leads Lindsey Webster on stated price: this show starts at $34.10 while Lindsey Webster is listed from $45.90. It leads Lindsey Webster on stated price: this show starts at $34.10 while Lindsey Webster is listed from $45.90.
The Shortlist
Fri 5:30 PM · Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel
A performance art production by Cirque du Soleil titled Auana, hosted at the Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel.
Pro move: Arrive early as this performance is held within the hotel venue in Waikiki.
Sat 6:30 PM · Neal S Blaisdell Arena
A major music festival at the Neal S Blaisdell Arena celebrating local sounds and performers.
Pro move: The arena is a separate facility from the exhibition hall, so confirm your entrance location upon arrival.
Sat 6:30 PM · Blue Note Hawaii · $45.90-$56.67
A live R&B set by Lindsey Webster at Blue Note Hawaii, with ticket costs between $45.90 and $56.67.
Pro move: The venue typically has a food or beverage minimum for seated shows.
An alternative music performance by Alejandro Escovedo at Blue Note Hawaii on Sunday night.
Pro move: Tickets range from $45.90 to $56.67 for this late-weekend set.
Sat 9:00 AM · Neal S Blaisdell Exhibition Hall
VIP access for the Best of Hawaii Makeke at the Neal S Blaisdell Exhibition Hall, featuring live music and local highlights.
Pro move: The VIP access allows for a more tailored experience within the larger exhibition hall setting.
Choose Your Mode
Night Out
Gabriel & Dresden · A live set by Gabriel & Dresden at Hawaiian Brian's-HB Social Club offers a dedicated music atmosphere for a Saturday night.
Family Fun
Written by the Stars, Crafted by Hand: Handcraft a Valentine inspired by the Qixi Festival · A hands-on crafting event at the Hawaii State Library allows participants to create Valentines inspired by the Qixi Festival.
Weekend at a Glance
Fri 9:00 AM · Best of Hawaii Makeke VIP ACCESS (Friday) [Music]
Fri 6:30 PM · Keith Pedro [Arts]
Sun 9:00 AM · Best of Hawaii Makeke VIP ACCESS (Sunday) [Music]
Plan Ahead
Alejandro Escovedo (Consider tickets for this Tuesday night set if you miss the weekend performance.)
At the Movies
Mutiny · A man framed for his boss's murder boards a cargo ship to hunt for the real killers in this action thriller.
Insidious: Out of the Further · A young mother discovers a terrifying ability to travel into a different dimension known as The Further.
Spa Weekend · Lifelong friends try to reconnect with themselves during a weekend getaway away from their daily responsibilities.
The Magic Faraway Tree · Children in the countryside discover a magical tree that transports them to fantastical lands.
Streaming This Weekend
#1 The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare: Season 1 [Netflix] · A true crime examination of a high-profile college campus tragedy.
#2 My Life With the Walter Boys: Season 3 [Netflix] · The latest chapter in this family drama series continues the story of life at the Walter ranch.
#3 The Bombing of Pan Am 103: Limited Series [Netflix] · A limited series detailing the investigation into a significant aviation disaster.
#4 Raw: 2026 - August 3, 2026 [Netflix] · Live professional wrestling action from the beginning of August.
Have a safe and enjoyable weekend exploring the best of Honolulu's entertainment.
The rhythm of the islands is best heard live.
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