Things to Do on O‘ahu in April 2025
Celebrate Scottish culture, see a rousing musical about Tina Turner’s rise to fame, nom on fair food and Spam creations and more.
Photo: Jamie McOuat
FESTIVAL
Hawaiian Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Saturday, April 5, and Sunday, April 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Celebrate Scottish culture with traditional music; dance and food; swordplay demonstrations; and the main event, the Highland Games, which is open to novice and veteran athletes alike.
Free admission, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, 324 Kapahulu Ave., hawaiianscottishassociation.com
Photo: Manuel Harlan
MUSICAL
Tina – The Tina Turner Musical
April 22–27
See how Tina Turner faced adversity to become the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll in this spirited musical featuring her greatest hits.
From $50, Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., broadwayinhawaii.com, @broadwayinhawaii
Photo: Courtesy of ‘Iolani School
FESTIVAL
‘Iolani Fair
Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26, noon–10 p.m.
Look forward to out-of-this-world food, games, rides and general store goodies at this year’s Cosmic Craze-themed fair. Proceeds will benefit student travel opportunities.
Free admission, ‘Iolani School, 563 Kamoku St., iolanifair.org, @iolani_school
Photo: Courtesy of Waikīkī Spam Jam
FESTIVAL
Waikīkī Spam Jam
Saturday, April 26, 4–10 p.m.
Spam tacos, mochi balls, gelato and more await at this block party dedicated to Hawai‘i’s favorite canned meat. Don’t miss the dine-in specials at participating restaurants from April 19–May 4.
Free admission, Waikīkī, spamjamhawaii.com, @waikikispamjam
CONCERT
Boyz II Men
Saturday, April 26, 7 p.m.
Known for ’90s hits like “End of the Road” and “I’ll Make Love to You,” the legendary boy band is credited with bringing R&B back with a cappella vocal harmonies.
From $49.50, Waikīkī Shell, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., blaisdellcenter.com, @boyziimen
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FESTIVAL
30th “I Love Kailua” Town Party
Sunday, April 27, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Show love for Kailua at its biggest block party, put together by the Lani-Kailua Outdoor Circle. It will have more than 75 vendors, live entertainment, sidewalk sales, logo merch and free health screenings.
Free admission, Kailua Road, lkoc.org, @lanikailuaoutdoorcircle
