Hawaiʻi | Pacific Historic Parks

Hawaiʻi Events

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and rich history of Hawaiʻi with Pacific Historic Parks. Our events in Hawaiʻi offer a unique exploration of the island's heritage, from traditional Hawaiian customs to pivotal historical moments. Experience the spirit of Aloha through a variety of educational and interactive activities.

🟠Honouliuli Digital Storytelling
Tue, Sep 15
Honouliuli Digital Storytelling
⚪106th Birthday of Pearl harbor Survivor David Russell
Tue, Sep 15
106th Birthday of David Russell
🟠Film Screening (Maui): Voices Behind Barbed Wire
Sat, Sep 12
Nisei Veterans Memorial Center
⚪PHP Founder's Day
Fri, Sep 11
PHP Founder's Day
⚪Patriot Day
Fri, Sep 11
Patriot Day
⚪Labor Day
Mon, Sep 07
Labor Day
⚪NPS Day of Service
Fri, Sep 04
NPS Day of Service
⚪VJ Day-End of WWII
Wed, Sep 02
Japanese sign Instrument of Surrender
🟠Moloka'i Screening Voices Behind Barbed Wire
Sat, Aug 29
Mitchell Pauole Community Center
🔵Sadako Crane Folding Day
Sat, Aug 29
USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center
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⚪Marine Corps Reserve Birthday
Sat, Aug 29
Marine Corps Reserve Birthday
⚪National Park Service Birthday
Tue, Aug 25
National Park Service Birthday
🟠Voices Behind Barbed Wire Screening
Sun, Aug 23
Pearl Harbor National Memorial Theater
Details
⚪Hawai'i Statehood Day
Fri, Aug 21
Hawai'i Statehood Day
🟠Lanai Screening Voices Behind Barbed Wire
Thu, Aug 20
Lanai Public and School Library
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🟠Honouliuli Virtual Panel Presentation
Tue, Aug 18
Virtual Panel
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🟣American Memorial Park Established (1978)
Tue, Aug 18
American Memorial Park Established (1978)
🔴War in the Pacific National Historical Park Established
Tue, Aug 18
War in the Pacific National Historical Park

Fri, Sep 18
⚪U.S. Air Force & Air National Guard Birthday
USAF & Air National Guard Birthday
Sep 18, 2026, 12:00 AM
USAF & Air National Guard Birthday
Happy Birthday to the U.S. Air Force and Air national Guard. Thank you to the generations of Airmen and Airwomen who have proudly served and serving our nation.
Thu, Sep 24
🟠Honouliuli: Architecture Digital Storytelling
Honouliuli: Architecture Storytelling
Sep 24, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM HST
Honouliuli: Architecture Storytelling
Architecture: Uncover how the power of architecture and design contributed to the oppression experienced by incarcerated peoples during WWII, including in other countries.
Sun, Sep 27
⚪Gold Star Mother's and Family Day
Gold Star Mother's & Family Day
Sep 27, 2026, 12:00 AM
Gold Star Mother's & Family Day
Join us in recognizing Gold Star Mothers' and Family Day as we remember and honor the strength and sacrifice of our nation's Gold Star families.
Sun, Sep 27
🟠 Honouliuli: A History Awakened
Hawaii Theatre
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Sep 27, 2026, 3:00 PM
Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Join us at the Hawaii Theatre for an unforgettable journey into a vital chapter of Hawai'i's history. More information available at: https://honouliuliawakened.com/
85th Anniversary Events
Sun, Dec 06
🔵 USS Utah Ceremony
USS Utah (BB-31) Memorial
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Dec 06, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
USS Utah (BB-31) Memorial, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA
Open to the public, visitors must have access to Ford Island (Military or Goverment ID). Livestream/Recording will be available at: www.pearlharborevents.com
85th Anniversary Events
Mon, Dec 07
🔵 National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
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Dec 07, 2026, 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Pearl Harbor National Memorial, 1 Arizona Memorial Pl, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA
Open to the public. Livestream/Recording will be available. Events will take place on the lawn of the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. Honolulu, HI.
85th Anniversary Events
Mon, Dec 07
🔵 USS Oklahoma Ceremony
USS Oklahoma (BB-37) Memorial
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Dec 07, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
USS Oklahoma (BB-37) Memorial, Langley Ave, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA
Open to the public, visitors must have access to Ford Island (Military or Government ID). Livestream/Recording will be available at: www.pearlharborevents.com
85th Anniversary Event
Tue, Dec 08
🔵 The Blackened Canteen
USS Arizona Memorial
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Dec 08, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
USS Arizona Memorial, 1 Arizona Memorial Pl, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA
Private Event. Invitation-Only. Recording will be available the following morning on Youtube.
Tue, Sep 15
🟠Honouliuli Digital Storytelling
Honouliuli Digital Storytelling
Sep 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM HST
Honouliuli Digital Storytelling
Learn more about how various modern technologies intersect to tell the incarceration story through digital repositories, virtual reality, and modeling.
Tue, Sep 15
⚪106th Birthday of Pearl harbor Survivor David Russell
106th Birthday of David Russell
Sep 15, 2026, 12:00 AM
106th Birthday of David Russell
Honoring Pearl Harbor Survivor, David Russell as he celebrates his 106th Birthday. He is the last living survivor of the USS Oklahoma.
Sat, Sep 12
🟠Film Screening (Maui): Voices Behind Barbed Wire
Nisei Veterans Memorial Center
Sep 12, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM HST
Nisei Veterans Memorial Center, 665 Kahului Beach Rd, Kahului, HI 96732, USA
Film screening of Voices Behind Barbed Wire followed by a Q&A featuring Ryan Kawamoto, film writer/director, Carole Hayashino, President Emeritus of the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i which also produced the film, and Christine Ogura, Honouliuli National Historic Site Superintendent.
Fri, Sep 11
⚪PHP Founder's Day
PHP Founder's Day
Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 AM
PHP Founder's Day
Celebrate Pacific Historic Parks Founder's Day as we honor the vision and dedication that have helped preserve and share America's pacific history for generations.
Fri, Sep 11
⚪Patriot Day
Patriot Day
Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 AM
Patriot Day
Honor the lives lost, recognize the courage of first responders, and remember the resilience and unity shown in the wake of the 2001 attacks.
Mon, Sep 07
⚪Labor Day
Labor Day
Sep 07, 2026, 12:00 AM
Labor Day
Celebrate Labor Day by honoring the dedication, hard work, and contributions of American workers who help strengthen our communities and nation.
Fri, Sep 04
⚪NPS Day of Service
NPS Day of Service
Sep 04, 2026, 12:00 AM
NPS Day of Service
Join volunteers across the country in giving back to our national parks through projects that help preserve these treasured places for future generations.
Wed, Sep 02
⚪VJ Day-End of WWII
Japanese sign Instrument of Surrender
Sep 02, 2026, 12:00 AM
Japanese sign Instrument of Surrender
On this day, Japan signed the Instrument of Surrender aboard the USS Missouri, bringing World War II to an official close.
Sat, Aug 29
🟠Moloka'i Screening Voices Behind Barbed Wire
Mitchell Pauole Community Center
Aug 29, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM HST
Mitchell Pauole Community Center, 90 Ainoa St, Kaunakakai, HI 96748, USA
Film screening of Voices Behind Barbed Wire (produced by the JCCH) followed by a Q&A session with the director and park superintendent on Saturday August 29 from 3-4:30pm at the Mitchell Pauole Center.
Sat, Aug 29
🔵Sadako Crane Folding Day
USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center
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Aug 29, 2026, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM HST
USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center, 1 Arizona Memorial Pl, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA
Join us at Pearl Harbor National Memorial from 8:30am to 11am, to fold paper cranes in honor of Sadako Sasaki's story and promote peace, remembrance, and hope.

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