Oahu Things to Do: Oahu Events - January!

A New Year is upon us and what a great time to be in Oahu! But really, it’s always a great time to visit Oahu. As the New Year begins, there are several great events taking place on Oahu, including Festivals, Concerts, Golf Tournaments and more!

The Ambassador Hotel Waikiki is perfectly located in the heart of Waikiki, blocks from Waikiki Beach, and close to many of the best events taking place on Oahu!  Our latest Oahu Travel Blog article; 'Oahu Things to Do: Oahu Events - January'  – introduces you to the best and biggest events for you to consider attending during your visit to the island.  

Let’s get to the list!

Sony Open – Hawaii
Dates: January 6 to 12, 2020
Location: Waialae Country Club - 4997 Kahala Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
Event Website
Distance from Ambassador Hotel Waikiki: 5 Miles

Whether you are a diehard golf fan or a casual observer, the Sony Open is THE Golf Event of the year on Oahu. The Sony Open is the first major golf event of the year in the Hawaiian Islands and it all begins on January 6, 2020! This amazing event will bring 144 of the best golfers in the world to Oahu to compete for their share of $6.6 million dollars in prize money.

This PGA Event will be hosted at the beautiful Waialae Country Club located on the island of Oahu. Some of Hawaii’s best Junior Golfers will be paired with top PGA Tour pros to compete in the Hawaii Tourism Pro-Junior Challenge. See the Event Website link above for tournament times and ticket information.

New Year’s Ohana Festival 
Dates: January 12, 2020
Location: Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii - 2454 S. Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96826
Event Website
Distance from our Waikiki Hotel: 1.4 Miles

The New Year’s Ohana Festival is a fantastic celebration taking place at the Japanese Cultural Center. This year marks the 27th annual event that features amazing Japanese food, music, entertainment, cultural demonstrations, martial arts demonstrations and arts & crafts all representing the Japanese culture. The New Year’s Ohana Festival is hosted by Hawaii Tourism and Edward Enterprises.

A New Year is upon us and what a great time to be in Oahu! But really, it’s always a great time to visit Oahu. As the New Year begins, there are several great events taking place on Oahu, including Festivals, Concerts, Golf Tournaments and more!

Daniel Tosh - Concert
Dates: January 12, 2020
Location: Blaisdell Concert Hall - 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI 96814
Event Website
Distance from Ambassador Hotel Waikiki: 2 Miles

Get ready to laugh the night away! Daniel Tosh is one of the leading touring comics in the world today. Daniel's intelligent, dry and direct delivery of his view of current events, observations, relationships and more have built an incredible following of fans around the world. Tosh is also host of his incredibly popular weekly television show, 'Tosh 2.0.' See the Event Website link above for show times and ticket information.

Chinese New Year Celebration - 2020
Dates: January 17 - 18, 2020
Location: Chinatown Cultural Plaza - 100 N Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Event Website
Distance from Ambassador Hotel Waikiki: 4 Miles

This event kicks off the Chinese New Year that begins on January 25, 2020.  This event is a wonderful family friendly event including fantastic music, food, cultural performances, live entertainment, lion and dragon dances and much more. This event takes place at the Chinatown Cultural Center in the heart of Chinatown.

Air Supply - Concert
Dates: January 21 to 26, 2020
Location: Blue Note Hawaii - 2335 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Event Website
Distance from our Waikiki Hotel: .8 Miles

One of the most popular bands in the world – Air Supply is celebrating over 42 years of hits and incredible performances. The talented duo and their band will be performing for a multi-night engagement at Oahu’s Blue Note Hawaii club. Come and enjoy a night of great music including; ‘Lost in Love,’ ‘Now & Forever,’ ‘The One that I Love’ and many, many more. See the Event Website link above for show times and ticket information.

Stanley Jordan Plays Jimi Hendrix - Concert
Dates: January 27, 2020
Location: Blue Note Hawaii - 2335 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Event Website
Distance from our Waikiki Hotel: .8 Miles

Recognized as one of the best guitarists in the world, Stanley Jordan will be performing for one night only at Oahu’s Blue Note Hawaii club. Stanley will be performing his new show, "Stanley Jordan Plays Jimi." This critically acclaimed show celebrates the music of Jimi Hendrix, it is not a tribute show. Stanley says, "This is my fantasy Jimi Hendrix concert if Jimi were still alive and playing today. By re-imagining his music and channeling his persona I try to bring that fantasy to life." Come for a very special night of unforgettable music. See the Event Website link above for show times and ticket information.

Star Wars – A New Hope
Dates: January 31 and February 1, 2020
Location: Hawaii Symphony Orchestra - 3610 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816
Event Website
Distance from Ambassador Hotel Waikiki: 3 Miles

What could be better than a night of live music from the Hawaii Symphony? How about a showing of ‘Star Wars – A New Hope’ the film, along with the playing of the movie’s music score by John Williams! This will be very special 2-night engagement and a perfect night for any music lover and Star Wars fan!

We hope our Oahu Travel Blog article; 'Oahu Things to Do: Oahu Events - January'  has inspired you to plan your next visit to Oahu to enjoy some of these and other events taking place in the island paradise of Oahu!

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