Honolulu Mid-Autumn Festival & Parade
Experience the vibrant Honolulu Mid-Autumn Festival & Parade, a celebration of Chinese culture, harvest, and family reunion. Enjoy a day filled with delicious food from local vendors, engaging keiki activities, and captivating live entertainment. Don't miss the highlight: a spectacular parade featuring lion and dragon dances, and the creative lantern making contest with cash prizes.
What to Expect
Traditional Mid-Autumn Festival with parade and lantern contest
Event Details
Duration
12 hours
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Chinatown
Timed Entry
No
Featured Performers
- Hsing Chung Lion & Dragon Dance Team
- Highlands Middle School Drama Club
- Miss Chinatown Hawaii
- Halla Huhm Korean Dance Studio
- Mun Lun School
- Sing Yung Dragon & Lion Dance
- Royal Hawaiian Band
- Peony Dance Group
- Stargazers of Hawaii
- Gee Yung Chinese Martial Arts Dragon & Lion Dance Sports Association
- Hawaii Lion Dance Association
- Chinese Lion Dance Association
- Yeung Dak Physical Culture Association
Organizer
Chinatown 808
Food & Drink
Food trucks and beverage vendors available
Local Insight & Ratings
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Families, cultural enthusiasts, community members
Vibe
Festive, cultural, community-oriented
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $
- Pets: No pets allowed
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early to secure a good viewing spot for the parade, especially along Maunakea Street.
- Check the official website for the most up-to-date entertainment schedule to plan your day.
- Consider participating in the lantern making contest; review the rules and submission guidelines beforehand.
- Explore the Harvest Moon Altar on the second floor for a deeper understanding of the festival's traditions.
- Bring cash for vendors, as not all may accept card payments.
Special Events & Promotions
- Lantern Making Contest with cash prizes
- Parade at 6:30 pm
- Harvest Moon Altar display
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the parade route and where is a good place to watch it?
The parade stages near Hawaii National Bank at King and Smith St., heads mauka on Maunakea St. to Beretania, and ends at Sun Yat Sen Mall. Maunakea Street between King and Beretania is recommended for viewing.
What time does the parade start?
The parade begins at 6:30 pm. Marching units should report to Hawaii National Bank by 5:45 pm for staging.
How do I enter the lantern making contest?
Submissions are accepted between 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM, with judging at 4:00 PM. You can find submission details and register online via the provided links. Winners are announced at 4:45 PM.
Where is the stargazing going to be set up?
Stargazing activities will be located on the 2nd floor, near the dragon boat display.
How are the lanterns made?
Instructions on how to build a traditional Mid-Autumn lantern can be found on their website: [Building a Lantern - Chinatown808](https://chinatown808.com/events/honolulu-mid-autumn-festival/building-a-lantern/)
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We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.