Any plans this Fourth of July? Your Neighborhood Experts at Locations have created a family-friendly and firework-filled list of activities and events to celebrate America’s birthday. Falling on a Wednesday this year, there is still a variety of annual firework shows, parades, and performances to enjoy with your friends and family.
Waikiki
Ala Moana Beach Park
8:30 p.m.
The 27th annual fireworks spectacular, sponsored by Ala Moana Shopping Center, kicks off at the beach park at 8:30 p.m. From July 1-4, shoppers can enjoy exclusive Independence Day deals, along with live music and performances, at the shopping center.
Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor-Hickam
9 p.m.
Pearl Harbor’s 4th of July celebration offers kid-friendly activities, including a petting zoo, archery, an Xpress train, inflatables and other carnival games. Local food stands and a beer garden will be available for adults. For a detailed list of activities and events at Ward Field, click here.
Picnic on the Pier, Battleship Missouri Memorial
9 p.m.
Picnic on the pier! Enjoy the Pearl Harbor-Hickam fireworks alongside the Battleship Missouri Memorial. Guests are welcome to BYOFD (Bring Your Own Food and Drinks), chairs, and picnic blankets. Doors open at 6 p.m., and activities include keiki activities, raffle prizes and a live performance by Hawaiian Soul. For event details and to purchase tickets, click here.
Ko Olina
4th of July Dinner at Longhi's Ko Olina
6:30 - 9 p.m.
Longhi's Italian restaurant at Ko Olina is hosting a special four-course dinner with a prime view of the firework show at 8:30 p.m. For menu and reservations, click here.
Wahiawa
4th of July Spectacular, Schofield Barracks
10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Fireworks begin at 8:30 p.m., but arrive early to enjoy food, drinks, games and live performances by Anuhea and David Nail. Visit the event's Facebook Page for more information and to reserve a picnic space for $95.
North Shore
40th Annual Da Hui Paddle Race
10 a.m.
Register to participate at this year’s Da Hui Stand-up Paddle Race or pack a picnic and have a cruise day at Waimea Bay to support the paddlers crossing the finish line. Lifeguards will host free keiki races and events on the beach.
4th of July Events at Turtle Bay Resort
Noon - 9:30 p.m.
Turtle Bay Resort will host a variety of events for the whole family this Independence Day. At Kuilima Point, from noon to 4 p.m., there will be pie-eating contests, bounce houses, face painting, games and local food vendors will be on site from 2 - 8 p.m.
From 5 to 9:30 p.m., enjoy a panoramic view of the sunset and firework show at The Point - Sunset & Pool Bar, with live music by Big John Blues and Kapena. To reserve a table, click here.
Turtle Bay will also offer a VIP four-course dinner on the Pa'akai Lanai, with premier viewing of the entertainment stage and the best view of the fireworks. To reserve a table on the Lanai, click here. These events are open to the public, while spaces last. For more event details, click here.
Kailua
The Epilepsy Foundation Freedom Run
7 a.m.
The annual Freedom run/walk begins at Kailua High School and includes the Freedom 5K, 10K or 1 mile walk. Help the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy in Hawaii by joining the race or supporting runners. Register here.
72nd Kailua Independence Day Parade
10 a.m. – noon
Sponsored by the Kailua Chamber of Commerce, the Annual Kailua Independence Parade, featuring bands, military and veterans marching units, horses and more, begins at Kainalu Drive from Palapu Street and ends at Kailua Intermediate School. Find a spot early for the best view, and don’t forget to pack sunscreen and water! For a map of the parade route and more information click here.
67th Annual Kailua Beach Fireworks
8 p.m.
Festivities begin at 5:45 p.m., and include an acrobatic air show with SkyDive Hawaii, - presenting, Colonel John Bates and the Flying Leathernecks. For event details, click here.
Have a safe and fun-silled Fourth of July! And don't forget, aerial fireworks are illegal without a valid permit.
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