Kapolei City Lights Opening Night!

Get ready as Kapolei City Lights returns to Leeward O'ahu on Saturday, November 28, 2026! The City and County of Honolulu's Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and dozens of additional City and community partners are proud to invite everyone to enjoy this holiday tradition, a free, family-friendly event launching with our opening night block party and parade. Block Party Featuring dozens of local vendors, a festive holiday car showcase, live music, and plenty of local grinds, the block party is scheduled from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the streets around Kapolei Hale. We've got so much planned for this party we are taking over several streets for the event. Parade Along with the block party, opening night festivities will feature the vivacious Holiday Parade, with some dozens of participating organizations showcasing decorated vehicles, floats, parade walkers, and loads of holiday spirit. The parade has historically began at 5:30 p.m. with the Royal Hawaiian Band launching from Kapolei High School, proceeding up Fort Barrette Rd., taking a left on Kapolei Pkwy., and ending at Kama'aha Ave. Decorations Decorations, entertainment, and activities galore are also in store inside and around Kapolei Hale during the opening night festivities! Outside of the hale, several ornaments and lights will brighten the building, highlighted by a luminous 50-foot holiday tree. As you enter the hale, you'll be greeted by a variety of community tree displays from our fellow City agencies, Neighborhood Boards, and several other community organizations. Everyone is invited to spread out on their own picnic mats and enjoy additional entertainment in the open-air courtyard--perfect for relaxing under the stars and enjoying the 'ono grinds.