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Here's what's happening around town this week. As always, check back daily for updates and additions.

Kailua Farmers Market
Every Thursday, 5:00–7:30 PM
Kailua Town Center parking lot
Fresh produce, local vendors, prepared foods, and live music. One of the best weekly traditions on the Windward side — arrive early for the best selection.

Kailua Independence Day Parade
Friday, July 4 — 10:00 AM start
Kainalu Drive
The 77th Annual Kailua Independence Day Parade steps off at 10:00 AM. One of the longest-running community parades in Hawaii, it's a Kailua tradition that draws thousands of residents and families. Stake out your spot on Kainalu Drive early.

Kailua Beach Fireworks
Friday, July 4 — After dark
Kailua Beach Park
Kailua has hosted its spectacular Independence Day fireworks show at Kailua Beach for more than 65 years. Arrive early, bring a blanket, and enjoy one of Oahu's most beautiful oceanfront celebrations.

Kailua Neighborhood Board Meeting
Check the City and County of Honolulu website for the July schedule and agenda at honolulu.gov.

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Kailua Today — Wednesday, September 30, 2026

This Week in Kailua Here's what's happening around town this week. * Kailua Farmers Market by the Hawaiʻi Farm Bureau — Thursday, October 1, 4:00–7:00 p.m. Find the market at the Kailua Town Center parking lot by Longs/CVS and UFC Gym. Shop island-

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Kailua in the News — September 28, 2026

A roundup of recent stories about Kailua and Windward Oʻahu from Hawaii news sources. New DMV Kiosk Opens at Kailua Foodland Renewing your vehicle registration just got a lot easier for Windward residents. The City and County of Honolulu has opened a new self-service DMV kiosk at Foodland in

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This Week in Kailua — October 1, 2026

Here's what's happening around Kailua this week. Kailua Farmers Market Thursday, October 1 | 4:00–7:00 PM 609 Kailua Road, Kailua Town Center Hosted weekly by the Hawaii Farm Bureau, the Kailua Farmers Market is a beloved community gathering bringing together local farmers, food producers,

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A Brief History of Kailua

Kailua: Two Seas, A Thousand Years The name says it all. Kailua — "two seas" in Hawaiian — takes its name from the two currents that meet in Kailua Bay, and the two ancient fishponds, Kawainui and Ka'elepulu, that once defined this landscape. It is a place shaped

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