Shopping in Waikiki gets a lot more fun when a lion dance winds past the storefronts, and that’s the draw of Lunar New Year at Royal Hawaiian Center in Honolulu. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. In 2026 the free programming ran Sunday through Saturday, February 15 to 28, 2026.
What to expect
The center-wide lion dance on Lunar New Year day is the main event; in 2026 it ran from 5 to 8 pm on Tuesday, February 17, starting in The Royal Grove. On weekends, acrobatic lion dance and Chinese folk dance performances take the stage.
A calligrapher writes good-luck fortunes for guests, and shoppers can pick up a Lucky Lai See (Cantonese for red envelope) gift with purchase.
Good to know
- Last held: Sunday through Saturday, February 15 to 28, 2026
- Admission: free
- Venue: Royal Hawaiian Center (The Royal Grove), 2201 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
- Organizer: Royal Hawaiian Center
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Lunar New Year at Royal Hawaiian Center in 2027?
The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. In 2026 it ran Sunday through Saturday, February 15 to 28, 2026, with the big lion dance on Lunar New Year day.
Is Lunar New Year at Royal Hawaiian Center free?
Yes. The Lunar New Year programming at the Waikiki shopping center is free.
What happens at Royal Hawaiian Center for Lunar New Year?
Expect a center-wide lion dance, weekend acrobatic lion dance and folk dance shows, and a calligrapher writing good-luck fortunes.
Source: Royal Hawaiian Center Celebrates Lunar New Year 2026, Lunar New Year Celebrations 2026 (Royal Hawaiian Center)
How Do I Get to Royal Hawaiian Center (The Royal Grove)?
Royal Hawaiian Center (The Royal Grove) is at 2201 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
How to Get Here
The organizer hasn't published transit details yet. Tap Transit directions for live routes and times to Royal Hawaiian Center (The Royal Grove).
Where to Park
Parking near big Lunar New Year events fills early and some streets close. Arrive early, or take transit if you can.
Map
Royal Hawaiian Center (The Royal Grove), 2201 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
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