09/22/2026
Aloha OFCC ʻOhana!
Come march with the Oʻahu Filipino Community Council (OFCC) as we proudly represent our Miss O‘ahu Filipina 2026, Miss Hawai‘i Filipina 2026, and organization pride in the 2026 Aloha Festivals Floral Parade on Saturday, September 26!
We invite Unit Organizations, members, families, friends, and supporters to join us for one of Hawaiʻi’s most beloved annual traditions. Let’s fill the parade route with Filipino pride, community spirit, and aloha!
PARADE DETAILS
Meeting Point: Ala Moana Beach Park, along the interior roadway near the Kamakeʻe Street exit
Marching Lineup & Vehicle Decorating: 8:00 a.m.
Parade Begins: 9:00 a.m.
Route: Ala Moana Boulevard through Waikīkī along Kalākaua Avenue
End Point: Kapiʻolani Park, near the Queen Kapiʻolani statue and Monsarrat Avenue
We would especially appreciate your help decorating our vehicles before we line up!
WHAT TO WEAR
Let’s show our OFCC colors of BLUE & WHITE! You are also welcome to wear your own organization shirt, blue or white attire, or aloha wear. We will also have OFCC shirts available in limited quantity to wear or purchase for $20.
Most importantly, please wear comfortable walking shoes and lightweight clothing appropriate for the warm weather.
PARKING & FREE SHUTTLE
Parking near the starting area will be limited because of road closures. We encourage participants to park near the end of the parade route and take the complimentary shuttle to Ala Moana Beach Park.
Shuttle Pickup: Monsarrat Avenue & Pākī Avenue
Departures: 7:00, 7:30 & 8:00 a.m.
Look for the Polynesian Adventure Tours motorcoach. Seating is first-come, first-served.
ROAD CLOSURES & PARKING RESTRICTIONS
Please allow plenty of extra travel time. Road closures begin as early as 5:00 a.m., with additional closures beginning around Ala Moana at 8:00 a.m. and throughout Waikīkī beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Parking restrictions will also be in effect at the Waikīkī Shell, Monsarrat Avenue, Ala Moana Park Drive, Kalākaua Avenue, and surrounding streets. We strongly encourage arriving early.
DURING THE PARADE
Please follow the directions of parade officials and route marshals and maintain approximately one light-pole length between OFCC and the unit ahead of us. All units must continue moving throughout the parade route.
At the end of the parade, stay to the right at the fork on Kalākaua Avenue after crossing Kapahulu Avenue, then continue across Kapiʻolani Park near the Queen Kapiʻolani statue toward the pickup area on Monsarrat Avenue.
JOIN US!
Please confirm your participation and send us the full names of everyone attending with your organization by Thursday, September 24, at 6:00 p.m.
Whether you’re representing one of our Unit Organizations or simply want to walk alongside OFCC, we would love to have you with us!
Let’s come together, wear our blue and white, wave our flags, and proudly represent the Filipino community of Oʻahu along the streets of Honolulu and Waikīkī.
Mahalo nui loa, and we’ll see you at the parade!
