4th of July Celebration 2026
SATURDAY, JULY 4
4–9:35 p.m.
Gates open at 4 p.m.
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM
It's the biggest party of the year! Join us for a celebration of America's birthday with TWO stages of entertainment, FIREWORKS and tons of other festivities!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS*
4:00 p.m. Event begins. Free activities and food/beverage options open
4:30 p.m. TYLER BRADEN on main stage Ward Field
6:00 p.m. Pacific Fleet Band on Aloha Area Stage
6:15 p.m. ALLEN STONE on main stage Ward Field
7:00 p.m. Free activities begin cutting off lines
7:30 p.m. Air Force Band of the Pacific on Aloha Area Stage
8:00 p.m. NEON TREES on main stage Ward Field
9:20 p.m. FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR
10:00 p.m. After Party at Kona Winds Complex with STOMPIN’ THUNDER
*Schedule of events subject to change without notice.
FREE ACTIVITIES (open 4–7:30 p.m.)
- Petting Zoo
- Glitter Tattoos
- Flower Lei Making
- Polynesian Tattoo Stamps
- Floral Clip Making
- Ti-leaf Bracelet Making
CAR SHOW & SHINE - sponsored by Circuit Hawaii
4 - 7 p.m. on the asphalt of North Road near Ward Field
See some of the coolest custom rides on the island! Do you have a vehicle you'd like to show off? Click here to enter.
Free Play area with games/activities provided by MWR
AFTER PARTY at KONA WINDS COMPLEX
The night doesn't end after the fireworks!
Head over to the Kona Winds Complex and party to the sounds of STOMPIN' THUNDER
10 p.m. NO COVER, open to 18 and older
Dance into the night to the best in country western music and other hits
MOUTH WATERING FOOD AND BEVERAGES available for purchase: more information coming soon!
- Tradewinds (Burgers and Hot Dogs)
- NOTE: Credit/debit cards will be accepted. This is a cashless event; a limited amount of vendors may accept cash.
A big MAHALO to all of our sponsors, whose support helped make this event possible:
- USAA
- Navy Federal Credit Union
- Hotel La Croix
- Telemynd
- Stolen Stuff Hawaii
- Navy Exchange
*No official endorsement intended
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
EVENT LAYOUT CHANGES
This year’s event has a new layout – which means more space, more fun and a more cohesive event. All activities and events will be enclosed in an expanded event area and all patrons will proceed through an entry control point (ECP) with bag checks to access event activities. Please see below for the event map with ECP locations, and prohibited items list
For the safety and security of all guests, bags are subject to inspection upon entry. To expedite this process, please have all water bottles emptied and open and chairs removed from bags. All abandoned items will be discarded.
Allowed:
- Small purses, bags and clutches 5” x 7” x 2”
- Clear bags not to exceed 12”x12”x 6”
- Diaper bags and medically necessary bags- contents subject to inspection and security discretion
Prohibited:
- Backpacks
- Large Bags, suitcases, luggage. Etc.
- Outside Food & Beverages- Exceptions made for water bottles (with WATER) 40 oz and smaller
- Professional Cameras and Audio Devices
- Weapons- firearms or blades of any kind
- Glass, Coolers, or Grills
- Animals (Pets, ESAs, etc.)- Service animals will be allowed per ADA Guidelines
- Umbrellas, Tents, and Sunshades
- Chairs taller than 32”- must be removed from bag prior to entry
*** Wagons and strollers cannot be used to “save space” and must be folded when not in use.
BASE ACCESS
This event is open to all DoW eligible patrons with a DoW ID (active duty, dependents, retirees, and DoW civilians) or other patrons with authorized base access in accordance with the current FPCON level policies.
PARKING
Parking is available throughout the base, with main lots to include but not limited to: Avenue D, Parking lot D, Bravo and Mike Pier lots. Please park within marked stalls and follow all posted signage, as applicable.
Please note that the intersection of North Rd and Pearl Harbor Blvd will be closed to all vehicular traffic in support of the event on 4 July. Please use Nimitz, O Malley or Makalapa gates to access the appropriate side of the installation in which you wish to park.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Q: How can I pay for food & drinks?
A: Payment will generally be via debit/credit cards. While there may be a few vendors that accept cash, patrons should generally expect this to be cashless event.
Q: Will there be ATM’s
A: The closest ATMS will be located at McDonald's and the NEX Fleet Store. However, patrons should be reminded that only a few vendors will be accepting cash payments.
Q: Can I bring food & drink?
A: Outside Food and drink is not allowed inside the event. Food will be available for purchase in the Bloch Arena Parking Lot, NEX Fleet Store, McDonalds and NEX retail trailer. Drinks will be available in Bloch Arena Parking Lot, Ward Field, Merry Point and near the Fleet Store. Please see our full list of prohibited items.
Q: What if I have kids, can I bring their diaper bag and food & drinks?
A: Diaper bags are permitted for formula, bottles, snacks, water, and changing supplies for infants ONLY. Please note that the bags will be searched at entranceS.
Q: Are strollers permitted?
A: Strollers are permitted throughout the event sites.
Q: I want to see the concert. Can I bring my kids to the concert area?
A: You are welcome to bring your family to the concert area. Please note however, that it is a concert so it may be crowded, have high volume levels, and attendees will be in a "party" mood.
Q: Are pets allowed?
A: No, pets are not allowed at the event, with the exception of qualified service animals (in accordance with ADA guidelines).
Q: Can I bring a tent or grill to the event?
A: No, tents and grills are on the prohibited items list. Please see our full list of prohibited items.
Q: Will there be shuttle buses?
A: No shuttle bus will be available.
Q: What items are prohibited from the event?
A: Any items found on the above Prohibited Items List will not be allowed into the event area. They can be returned to your vehicle, or left at the ECP. Any items left at the ECP are not the responsibility of MWR or Security, and will be discarded.
EVENT MAP COMING SOON!
