Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii · June 11, 2027
King Kamehameha Day
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King Kamehameha Day
When is King Kamehameha Day 2027?
King Kamehameha Day 2027 runs on Friday, June 11, 2027.
2027Friday, June 11, 2027Confirmed
How the dates are set: Always June 11, the state holiday set by law.
Source: dhrd.hawaii.gov
King Kamehameha Day schedule
- Morning: The Statue Lei Draping Ceremony takes place at the statue fronting Ali'iolani Hale in downtown Honolulu, where long strands of fresh flower lei are draped over it.
- Parade: The Floral Parade features decorated floats, marching bands, royal societies and Pa'u riders representing the islands of Hawaii.
- After the parade: A family-friendly celebration with entertainment, cultural activities and food.
Source: olelo.org
Getting to King Kamehameha Day
- All state and county offices are closed on June 11, and public transport may run on a modified schedule.
Source: officeholidays.com
History of King Kamehameha Day
Kamehameha Day was established in 1872 by King Kamehameha V to honor Kamehameha the Great, who united the Hawaiian Islands. Since 1901, it has been a tradition to drape lei over the statues of the king.
Source: officeholidays.com
King Kamehameha Day: questions people ask
When is King Kamehameha Day in 2027?
King Kamehameha I Day is Friday, June 11, 2027.
Is June 11 a holiday in Hawaii?
Yes. King Kamehameha I Day is a state holiday on June 11, and state and county offices are closed.
What happens at the King Kamehameha Day parade?
The Floral Parade features decorated floats, marching bands, royal societies and Pa'u riders. A family-friendly celebration follows.
Why is King Kamehameha Day celebrated?
It honors Kamehameha the Great, who united the Hawaiian Islands. The day was established in 1872.
Sources: dhrd.hawaii.gov, officeholidays.com, olelo.org
About King Kamehameha Day
Hawaii's June 11 holiday: a lei draping at the king's statue and a floral parade with pa'u riders in Honolulu.
King Kamehameha Day honors the monarch who united the Hawaiian Islands. In Honolulu, long strands of fresh lei are draped over the statue in front of Ali'iolani Hale, and a floral parade follows with floats, marching bands and pa'u riders. Celebrations also happen on the other islands. State and county offices are closed, and public transport may run on a modified schedule.
Know before you go
- State and county offices are closed on June 11.
- Public transport may run on a modified schedule.
- Downtown Honolulu is about 25 minutes by car from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
Planning the trip
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