Events

August 14

Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest Opening Ceremony *CANCELLED*

Duke's OceanFest

August 22

Dukeʻs Waikīkī Ocean Mile Swim Presented by Lēʻahi Swim School

August 15-24

Volunteer Registration

Duke's OceanFest

August 15-16

Outrigger Resorts & Hotels Volleyball Challenge presented by Outrigger Canoe Club (Keiki)

Duke's OceanFest

Pacifico Longboard Classic

Duke's OceanFest

August 19 - Open Division

Hawaii Tandem Championship

Duke's OceanFest

August 20-21

Outrigger Resorts & Hotels Legends Surf Invitational

Duke's OceanFest

August 20

Raising Caneʻs Going To The Dogs SurFur ComPETition

Duke's

August 21

Outrigger Resorts & Hotels Legends Surf Reception

Duke's OceanFest

August 22

Na Koa Wounded Warrior Canoe Regatta

Duke's OceanFest

August 22-23

Outrigger Resorts & Hotels Volleyball Challenge presented by Outrigger Canoe Club (Adult)

August 22 and 23

Florence Marine Menehune Surf Fest and Longboard

August 22, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Florence Marine Keiki Kokua Surf Fest (Parent Assisted)

Duke's OceanFest

August 23

Surfboard Water Polo

August 23

Dukes Waikiki Lifeguard Waterman Challenge and Beach Guardian Workshop

Duke's OceanFest

August 24

Duke Kahanamoku’s Birthday

Duke's OceanFest
Duke's OceanFest

Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest Opening Ceremony *CANCELLED*

CANCELLED

August 14, 2026

We apologize but due to the incoming storm, Lala, this event has been cancelled.

Dukeʻs Waikīkī Ocean Mile Swim Presented by Lēʻahi Swim School

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August 22, 2026

Registration will remain open through August 20, and there will be no late fee for same-day registration on the rescheduled race date. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and flexibility as we work to safely bring the Ocean Mile Swim back to Waikīkī.  You may defer your registration to next year via RunSignUp, and those who cannot participate may pick up their race shirt at the Duke’s Waikiki shop, outside of Duke’s Restaurant between 10AM and 8PM.

Volunteer Registration

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August 15-24, 2026

Outrigger Resorts & Hotels Volleyball Challenge presented by Outrigger Canoe Club (Keiki)

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August 15-16, 2026

All registrations for play on August 15th and 16th will be moved to August 22nd and 23rd. You will be notified by the event coordinator regarding the new schedule.

Registration will be open for new registrations on a space-available basis.

Pacifico Longboard Classic

Registration Closed

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The Pacifico Longboard Challenge has been postponed until Tuesday morning. All divisions will surf Tuesday.

Hawaii Tandem Championship

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August 19 - Open Division, 2026

Tandem as been moved to Wednesday, August 19th.

$200 entry per team (12 teams cap)

1st- 4th place awards with prizes for the top 4 finishers!
Start time will be posted on or before August 18th
Registered competitors will pick up jerseys 20 minutes before heat time
*Heats and times subject to change. Please watch for updates.

Tandem surfing is an unique and visually impressive discipline of surfing, and has a rich history spanning over a century. Legendary Duke Kahanamoku is widely recognized as the father of modern tandem surfing, initially taking female tourists for rides on his board. This practice evolved into a skilled sport involving daring acrobatics on waves. The sport continues to challenge athletes and push the boundaries of what’s possible on a surfboard. Modern tandem surfing emphasizes both surfing and lifting skills, with specific scoring systems in competitions.The sport continues to challenge athletes and push the boundaries of what’s possible on a surfboard.

Outrigger Resorts & Hotels Legends Surf Invitational

Registration Here June 1, 2026

August 20-21, 2026

Legends has been moved to Thursday and Friday.  Heats will be emailed to team captains.

For additional information about entering a team please contact kirsten@dukesoceanfest.com

Raising Caneʻs Going To The Dogs SurFur ComPETition

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August 20, 2026

Celebrating 10 years of Hawaii’s only pet surfing competition! Come watch all the Pawty Wave Legends hit the waves at Baby Queens!

Email surfdogshawaii@gmail.com to register today!

Outrigger Resorts & Hotels Legends Surf Reception

By Invitation

August 21, 2026

This event is by invitation only.  Please send any inquiries to info@dukekahanamokuoceanfest.com.

Na Koa Wounded Warrior Canoe Regatta

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August 22, 2026

Outrigger Resorts & Hotels Volleyball Challenge presented by Outrigger Canoe Club (Adult)

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August 22-23, 2026

All registrations for play on August 15th and 16th will be moved to August 22nd and 23rd. You will be notified by the event coordinator regarding the new schedule.

Registration will be open for new registrations on a space-available basis.

Florence Marine Menehune Surf Fest and Longboard

Registration is Closed

August 22 and 23, 2026

Registration is closed at this time. A first-come, first-served waitlist will open at 8 am on the day of the event.

Baby Queen’s

Long and Short Board Divisions

The special surfing event aims to inspire and promote surfing among young people in Hawaii, while also paying tribute to the legacy of Duke Kahanamoku and his spirit of Aloha. It will be an exciting opportunity for many participants to make their debut in competitive surfing. Each registered participant will receive a special Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest commemorative t-shirt, and the finalists will have the chance to win awards and prizes.

If your division is closed you may put your name on the waitlist on the beach the day of the event.

Disclaimer

1. Past or current participants in HASA or NSSA events may surf in the expression session category only. 

2. Entries registered in awardable categories that are found to have participated in HASA or NSSA event will not be scored or be eligible for advancement.

*Heats and times subject to change. Please watch for updates.

Florence Marine Keiki Kokua Surf Fest (Parent Assisted)

Registration is Closed

August 22, 9:00am - 4:00pm, 2026

Registration is closed at this time. A first-come, first-served waitlist will open at 8 am on the day of the event.

Boys and Girls, Divisions 3 – 5 years, and 6 – 9 Years.  Location: Baby Queen’s

Keiki aged 3 to 9 will discover the world of surfing and immerse themselves in the atmosphere of a professional-style surf event. This parent-assisted surfing experience could be the beginning of a future world champion’s journey. Each registered participant will receive a Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest commemorative t-shirt, along with awards and prizes for the finalists.

If your division is closed you may put your name on the waitlist on the beach the day of the event.

*Heats and times subject to change. Please watch for updates.

Surfboard Water Polo

Registration Here June 1, 2026

August 23, 2026

Six-person teams will play water polo on surfboards, the same way Duke Kahanamoku, his brothers and fellow beach boys did in Waikīkī. Location: Kapahulu Breakwall.

Each registered participant receives a Duke’s OceanFest Commemorative T-Shirt.  Awards and Prizes to the Finalist.

Dukes Waikiki Lifeguard Waterman Challenge and Beach Guardian Workshop

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August 23, 2026

Please note that the Lifeguard Waterman Challenge has been canceled. However, we invite you to join us for the Hawaiian Airlines Beach Guardian Workshop today at 12:00 PM! This event is completely free and open to the public. We will be located beachside at the Waikiki Lagoons near the Kapahulu wall—just look for the Hawaiian Lifeguard Association tent.

Duke Kahanamoku’s Birthday

August 24, 2026

Events

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