Hawaii Christmas Parades and Events 2024
Hawaii transforms into a tropical winter wonderland during December, celebrating the season with a variety of festive Christmas parades across its islands. From illuminated floats and holiday concerts to lighted boat parades and community gatherings, each event reflects the unique charm and aloha spirit of the islands. Whether you’re a local or visiting paradise for the holidays, these parades offer the perfect opportunity to embrace the magic of Christmas with vibrant music, traditional hula, and dazzling decorations. Here’s a guide to the must-see Christmas parades in Hawaii this December, sorted by date to help you plan your holiday festivities.
Here’s a chronological list of notable Christmas Parades across the islands:
December 7, 2024 (Saturday):
- Waimea Twilight Christmas Parade
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Waimea, Big Island
Details: Celebrating its 64th year, this twilight parade features illuminated floats and festive cheer. - Kaneohe Christmas Parade
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Kaneohe, Oahu
Details: Marking 60 years, the parade showcases local bands, hula dancers, and festive floats.
December 8, 2024 (Sunday):
- Kailua Kalikimaka: Kokua Kailua Monthly Stroll, Holiday Concert & Lighted Boat Parade
Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Stroll), 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Concert), 6:00 PM (Boat Parade)
Location: Kailua Village, Big Island
Details: Enjoy a holiday stroll with vendor booths, a concert at Emma’s Square, and a lighted boat parade along the Kona pier.
December 14, 2024 (Saturday):
- Kailua-Kona Community Christmas Parade
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Kailua-Kona, Big Island
Details: A colorful spectacle traveling along Ali‘i Drive, featuring local bands and festive floats.
December 15, 2024 (Sunday):
- Waipahu Christmas Parade
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Waipahu, Oahu
Details: A community parade celebrating the holiday season with local participants.
December 21, 2024 (Saturday):
- Waimea Light Parade
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Waimea, Kauai
Details: A festive parade featuring illuminated floats and holiday cheer.
Please note that event details are subject to change. It’s advisable to check the official event websites or local news outlets closer to the dates for the most current information.