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The Great Pumpkin Festival

📍 5286 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Honolulu, HI 96821🗓 October 17 – October 17, 2026🏷 From $10/person

A single-day community event and school fundraiser in the upscale Aina Haina neighborhood. Free mini pumpkin included with $10 ticket. Limited to one Saturday only, so planning is essential.

The Great Pumpkin Festival in Honolulu, HI

What you get for the price

Included with admission

Pumpkin patch accessFree mini pumpkin (included with ticket)Petting zooCharacter meet-and-greetsLive entertainmentContestsGamesFace paintingPhoto ops

Pumpkin Keiki Zone ticket $10/person; children 2 and under free. Additional scrip available for face painting and games.

Rough cost for a family of four: about $40.00 in admission alone at the posted starting rate, before pumpkins, food, parking or any add-on listed above. Most families end up well north of that once they are through the gate.

Our take

The Great Pumpkin Festival is not a farm — it is a one-day community event and school fundraiser hosted by Holy Nativity School in the upscale Aina Haina neighborhood on Oahu’s windward slope. It is the 14th Annual event.

For locals or visitors with a flexible schedule on Saturday, October 17, it is a walkable, low-cost alternative to the larger Aloun Farms operation on the leeward side. For anyone with a set visiting window or a need for a multi-day pumpkin patch experience, it is not an option.

One day only

The event runs from 9:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday, October 17, 2026. No extensions, no makeup dates. If that Saturday does not work for your schedule, this is not viable. Plan accordingly.

What $10 gets you

Admission is $10 per person (children 2 and under free). The ticket includes:

  • Access to the pumpkin patch (a limited area, not a field u-pick)
  • One free mini pumpkin per person
  • Big Bumboocha Petting Zoo
  • Character meet-and-greets
  • Live entertainment all day (local performers and a silent disco)
  • Access to games and other activities

Face painting and other activities may be available for additional scrip or payment — the details are not itemized.

Food and the festival vibe

Hanapa’a Market operates a food booth offering fresh poke bowls and musubi — expect higher prices than typical local restaurants. The event emphasizes a community festival atmosphere rather than farm-style activities.

Timing and crowds

The event runs six hours. Morning (9am–11am) will have shorter lines and less crowding than afternoon. If you arrive by 9am, you maximize the window for activities and entertainment.

The Aina Haina neighborhood is residential, so parking may require street parking or early arrival. Bring sunscreen and a hat for Oahu’s October sun. The petting zoo and live entertainment are the main draws if you are traveling with young children.

Planning your visit

Best time to go

Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:00am–3:00pm. This is a one-day-only event, so flexibility is limited. The morning (9am–11am) will have the shortest lines and fullest activity schedule.

How long to budget

Two to three hours. The event runs six hours total, but families with young children typically spend 2–3 hours experiencing activities, getting face painting, and eating.

Crowds

Single-day event attracting local families. Morning hours (before 11am) will be noticeably quieter than afternoon.

Parking

Not published. The Aina Haina neighborhood is residential; arrive early to find street or event parking.

What to bring

  • Cash and cards. Food vendors (Hanapa'a Market) accept multiple payment methods.
  • Sunscreen and a hat. Oahu's October sun is intense.
  • Layers or a light jacket. The site is outdoors and can cool in evening hours, though October is warm.
  • A camera for photo ops and entertainment.

How to spend less here

  • $10 admission per person includes access to the pumpkin patch and one free mini pumpkin. Children 2 and under are free.
  • Face painting and games may require additional scrip or payment — the record mentions 'scrip available' but does not itemize costs.
  • Hanapa'a Market (food vendor) offers fresh poke bowls and musubi — lunch costs accordingly.
  • Arriving early (by 9am) ensures the shortest lines for popular activities.

Who it suits

Good for

  • Families with kids age 2–8, given the character meet-and-greets, games, face painting, and petting zoo
  • Anyone who wants a community festival vibe rather than a farm atmosphere
  • Visitors looking for live entertainment, local performers, and a silent disco experience
  • School groups and large families, as the event is open to all-day attendance

Skip it if

You need flexibility about dates or want a multi-day outing. The event is single-day only, so if October 17 does not work, you must choose a different farm. Also skip if you want an extended u-pick experience — the pumpkin patch here is limited to a one-time selection with the entry ticket.

Common questions

When is the Great Pumpkin Festival in 2026?

Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9:00am to 3:00pm, at Holy Nativity School in the Aina Haina neighborhood. It is a one-day event only.

How much is admission?

$10 per person. Children 2 and under are free. Admission includes access to the pumpkin patch and one free mini pumpkin.

What activities are included with admission?

Pumpkin patch access, one free mini pumpkin, petting zoo (Big Bumboocha Petting Zoo), character meet-and-greets, live entertainment all day, and access to games. Face painting and additional scrip-based activities may be extra.

Is this a u-pick farm?

No. The pumpkin patch is a limited public-selection area, not a field u-pick. Admission includes one free mini pumpkin; additional pumpkins would need to be purchased if available.

When is The Great Pumpkin Festival open in 2026?

October 17 – October 17, 2026. Saturday only. Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

How much does The Great Pumpkin Festival cost?

Admission starts at $10 per person. Pumpkin Keiki Zone ticket $10/person; children 2 and under free. Additional scrip available for face painting and games.

Where is The Great Pumpkin Festival?

5286 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Honolulu, HI 96821, in Honolulu County. It is one of 5 patches we track in Hawaii.

How The Great Pumpkin Festival compares in Hawaii

We track 5 patches in Hawaii. At $10 a head this one sits above the regional median of $6.

Its season runs about 1 days against a regional average of 13, so it is a shorter window than most of its neighbours — miss it and the nearest alternatives will still be open.

Other patches near Honolulu

There are 2 other patches we track in Honolulu County. All Hawaii patches →

Quick facts

SeasonOctober 17 – October 17, 2026
Days openSaturday only
Hours9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
AdmissionFrom $10
CountyHonolulu County
RegionHawaii

Sources

holynativityschool.org

Checked August 2026.