EVENTS

Thought about expanding your plant collection? Come get a free plant and more!

The Makahiki Festival is a day of ceremony, celebration, friendly competition, and culture. Featuring the Te Moana Nui Games, a traditional Polynesian sports competition, along with vendors and more!

In honor of Veterans Day, Waimea Valley offers FREE admission to all active and retired military personnel. Mahalo for your service!

Join us in honoring the legacy of King David Kalākaua on his birthday, November 16! Known as the “Merrie Monarch,” King Kalākaua was a passionate advocate for Hawaiian culture, music, and hula.

Kamaʻāina can enjoy FREE admission to the valley.

Celebrate Lā Kūʻokoʻa, Hawaiian Independence Day at Waimea Valley! Honoring the 1843 recognition of Hawaiʻi’s sovereignty, this special day celebrates Hawaiian identity, pride, and deep aloha ʻāina (love for the land).

Join us in honoring the spirit and resilience of the Hawaiian lāhui with FREE admission for kamaʻāina!

Kamaʻāina can enjoy HALF-PRICE admission to the valley.

Kamaʻāina can enjoy HALF-PRICE admission to the valley.

The Waimea Valley Kipahele Tour features an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the history and wonders of this culturally significant ahupua‘a land division.

Discover Waimea Valley on a self-guided adventure and earn a free cultural ambassador pin when you complete the challenge!

Every Wednesday, kamaʻāina keiki under 12 enter the valley for FREE.

Experience hula from renowned hālau every month. Included in your Waimea Valley admission!

The 3rd Sunday of every month, treat your family to a day at Waimea Valley with 50% off general admission for kama'āina and military families.

Every week, there are opportunities to volunteer: from Mālama Mala and Hanai ʻāina Days to ʻOhana Volunteer Days and Special Events.

Every Saturday, from 8 am to 12 pm in the Nursery, shop a selection of curated plants. Kamaʻāina Exclusive: 20% Off Plants Throughout December 2025.