Independence Day 2020 will be different this year. Community celebrations have been canceled due to COVID-19. Instead, this will be a more backyard Fourth of July celebrated with family and friends.
When you stay in our Kauai vacation rentals next July 4th, here are the tropical celebrations you will see with fireworks. When 2021 dates are set, we will post them here. The moon will be full so expect brilliant colors in the evening sky against a backdrop of palm trees. You will find everything here including Hawaii fireworks and local Hawaiian entertainment.
Freedom Fest at Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF)
Free admission and entertainment by groups like The Homesteads, The Green, and Ka Ha. Everything takes place at the beach near Shenanigans restaurant. Due to increased security measures, adult visitors are asked to carry a valid identification card with photo. For more information on this event, please call (808) 335-4446.
Tip: Small bags and water bottles are allowed. All vehicles are subject to search. No outside food or beverages, coolers, tents, pets, weapons (including knives of all types), drugs, or personal fireworks are allowed.
Directions to PMRF: Guests should enter the base through the south gate entrance (Kokole Point) just before mile marker 29 off Kaumuali’i Highway. Direction signs will be posted and security will direct traffic. Free parking will be available on base and visitors are reminded that all vehicles will be subject to search.
Annual Concert in the Sky at Lihue
Kauai Hospice hosts their annual fundraiser at the Vidinha Soccer Field featuring popular Hawaii music artists. Past headliners have included Kapena and Shar Carillo. Events feature keiki games, food, and entertainment as well as Kauai’s largest 3-D fireworks show.
Tip: Purchase tickets in advance and save money! Available at all Times/Big Save Markets and Kauai Hospice Office until July 3. Advance tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for keiki (free under the age of 5). Tickets at the gate will cost $15 for adults and $7 for keiki.
Driving Directions: Vidinha Soccer Field is located in Lihue next to the Vidinha Stadium off of Highway 51 (near the airport) between Rice Street and Ahukini. Turn “mauka” towards the mountain on Halau Street.
Kekaha Fourth of July Celebration on Westside Kauai
Bring your family and friends to this West Side event that is full of Hawaii nostalgia. Enjoy food booths, cultural demonstrations, exhibits, crafts, a plantation museum, and lots of fun games for the entire family. Bring your mat or chair. No coolers. Hawaiian music artist Homestead will headline the event. Free admission and parking.
Driving Directions: Located at the park in Kekaha just off Kaumuali’i Highway and past the town of Waimea. For more information, see their Facebook page.
Have a safe Fourth of July Celebration and be sure to use a designated driver. If you are planning your own firework show at the ocean, protect our Kauai beaches by removing debris when you leave. It’s going to be a great celebration and we hope to see you!
Val says
Aloha! Is the Annual Concert in The Sky confirmed or cancelled for tomorrow? Thank you, Val
JP says
Aloha Val, unfortunately, the Kauai Hospice announced the cancellation of the event after careful consideration and discussions with their community partners. We hop it will continue next year.
Brooke says
Aloha! When you say “3D fireworks”, are they actual fireworks or a light show?
JP says
Aloha Brooke, These shows are true fireworks shows. Have fun and enjoy!
Dawn says
Any fireworks in the poppy area for the 4th?
JP says
Hi Dawn – You’ll have to pick from the three events we highlighted to see fireworks on July 4th. Unfortunately, Poipu only hosts fireworks on New Year’s Eve. Happy 4th to you and your family! Aloha from the Parrish Kauai team.
Alicia says
Hi! We would like to get tickets in advance for July 4th – The 28th Annual Concert in the Sky in Lihue. I don’t see a website to order tickets, who do we do this? Thanks!
JP says
Aloha Alicia,
We anticipate that the event organizer, Kauai Hospice, will be offering tickets for sale soon. Check back later this month for details or visit their website: http://kauaihospice.org/
Best Wishes from Parrish Kauai
Mimi Rochelle says
phone # listed is not a working number
JP says
Aloha Mimi – Thanks for letting us know. I think you are referring to the Kekaha celebration today. The sponsoring organization has removed their phone number but they do have a Facebook page and email address. I’ll give both to you. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eolamaunaleookekaha/ and email: eolamaunaleookekaha@gmail.com. Happy 4th of July from the Parrish Kauai team!
Kathy says
Any fireworks on North Shores of Kauai? St Regis?
JP says
Aloha Kathy, We hope you had a good July 4th! Unfortunately, there are no firework shows on the North Shore. Everything is centered around Lihue and the West Side. Best wishes from the Parrish Kauai team.
Janis says
We live on the mainland. The driving directions are too vague. Is there an address? Close to the airport? There is a lot of land close to the airport. Thanks in advance for directions. Janis
JP says
Mahalo for your note Janis. We reviewed and agree so we made some edits that hopefully make it clearer. Mahalo!