Monday · From 6:30 PM

Lantern Floating Hawaiʻi

Monday, May 25, 2026

Lantern Floating Hawaiʻi is held at Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaiʻi (Nā Lei Aloha Foundation) in Honolulu, Oahu, From 6:30 PM on Monday, May 25, 2026. Bon dances are open to all — come for taiko, food booths, and the dance circle.

Food & vendors: Not a vendor-driven event — lanterns are free and first-come, one per family/group.

Parking & access: Free; no reservations. Accessible parking and a Special Needs tent at Magic Island (10 a.m.–4 p.m.); complimentary parking and shuttle from 800 Olomehani St., last shuttle back ~9 p.m.

About lantern floating

Lantern floating ceremonies set candle-lit lanterns adrift on the water in remembrance of those who have passed.

Read the full lantern floating guide

Source: Official Lantern Floating Hawaiʻi site; lanternfloatinghawaii.com/take-part. Dates and times can change — confirm with the temple before you go.