Friday, November 25: 
Kailua Kalikimaka Village Tree Lighting.  Village Holiday festivities kick off with a traditional lighting of the Kailua Village Christmas tree. Meet friends and family, and bring the kids to Emma’s Square, across from Hulihe`e Palace. 5:45 p.m. For more information, visit www.historickailuavillage.com.

Friday, November 25:
Waikiki Holiday Parade.  Since 1998, the Waikiki Holiday Parade commemorates Pearl Harbor Survivors and the anniversary of the attacks. Thousands of spectators, residents and visitors gather on the Friday after Thanksgiving to watch this non-competitive parade, which hosts local bands, marching bands from the mainland, Pearl Harbor Survivors, service bands, military units, local officials, dignitaries and entertainers. Kalakaua Avenue, between Kuhio Avenue and the Honolulu Zoo.  Parade begins at 7 p.m. For information call (800) 331-8579 or visit www.waikikiholidayparade.com.