Saipan | Pacific Historic Parks

Saipan Events

Discover the historical depth of Saipan with Pacific Historic Parks. Our events on this island provide a deep dive into its significant past, from World War II relics to indigenous cultural experiences. Join us in Saipan for a journey through time, where history is not just learned but vividly experienced.

Sun, Jul 26
⚪Potsdam Declaration (Allies demand for Japan to Surrender)
Potsdam Declaration
Jul 26, 2026, 12:00 AM
Potsdam Declaration
Issued on July 26, 1945, the Potsdam Declaration called for Japan's unconditional surrender and helped pave the way for the end of World War II.
Mon, Jul 27
⚪National Korean War Veterans
National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
Jul 27, 2026, 12:00 AM
National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day honors the service and sacrifice of Korean War veterans and commemorates the armistice that ended active fighting on July 27, 1953.
Thu, Jul 30
⚪Sinking of the USS Indianapolis Anniversary
Sinking of the USS Indianapolis Anniversary
Jul 30, 2026, 12:00 AM
Sinking of the USS Indianapolis Anniversary
The anniversary of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis honors the courage and sacrifice of its crew and remembers one of the most tragic naval losses in U.S. history during World War II.
Sun, Aug 02
⚪United States Coast Guard Birthday
United States Coast Guard Birthday
Aug 02, 2026, 12:00 AM
United States Coast Guard Birthday
Thu, Aug 06
⚪Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima
Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima
Aug 06, 2026, 12:00 AM
Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima
The atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6th, 1945, marked a pivotal and devastating moment in World War II.
Fri, Aug 07
⚪Campaign of Guadalcanal
Campaign of Guadalcanal
Aug 07, 2026, 12:00 AM
Campaign of Guadalcanal
The Guadalcanal Campaign was a major turning point in World War II in the Pacific, where Allied forces secured a strategic victory after months of intense land, sea, and air combat.
Sun, Aug 09
⚪Atomic Bombing of Nagasaki
Atomic Bombing of Nagasaki
Aug 09, 2026, 12:00 AM
Atomic Bombing of Nagasaki
The atomic bombing of Nagasaki on August 9th, 1945, marked one of the final turning points of World War II.
Fri, Aug 14
⚪National Navajo Code Talkers Day
National Navajo Code Talkers Day
Aug 14, 2026, 12:00 AM
National Navajo Code Talkers Day
Honoring the Navajo Marines whose unbreakable code helped secure victory in the Pacific during World War II.
Sat, Aug 15
⚪Japan Announced Surrender to the Allies
Japan Announced Surrender to the Allies
Aug 15, 2026, 12:00 AM
Japan Announced Surrender to the Allies
August 15, 1945 Japan announces its surrender to the Allies, marking the beginning of the end of World War II.
Tue, Aug 18
🟣American Memorial Park Established (1978)
American Memorial Park Established (1978)
Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 AM
American Memorial Park Established (1978)
American Memorial Park was established to honor the American and Marianas people who sacrificed during the World War II Marianas Campaign while preserving the islands' natural and cultural heritage.
Tue, Aug 18
🔴War in the Pacific National Historical Park Established
War in the Pacific National Historical Park
Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 AM
War in the Pacific National Historical Park
On August 18, 1978, War in the Pacific National Historical Park was established to preserve and honor the stories, sacrifices, and legacy of the Pacific Theater of World War II.
Fri, Aug 21
⚪Hawai'i Statehood Day
Hawai'i Statehood Day
Aug 21, 2026, 12:00 AM
Hawai'i Statehood Day
Celebrate Hawai'i Statehood Day by reflecting on the islands' rich history and the admission of Hawai'i as the 50th state on August 21, 1959
Tue, Aug 25
⚪National Park Service Birthday
National Park Service Birthday
Aug 25, 2026, 12:00 AM
National Park Service Birthday
Celebrate the National Park Service's Birthday on August 25th as we honor more than a century of preserving America's natural, cultural, and historic treasures.
Sat, Aug 29
⚪Marine Corps Reserve Birthday
Marine Corps Reserve Birthday
Aug 29, 2026, 12:00 AM
Marine Corps Reserve Birthday
Sat, Aug 29
🔵Sadako Crane Folding Day
USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center
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.
Sun, Sep 27
🟠 Honouliuli: A History Awakened
Hawaii Theatre
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
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.