Cash admission at the door

43rd Annual Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival
“Waikīkī Style”

Waikīkī Aquarium
Saturday, August 23rd
From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Mark your calendars and come shell-ebrate the 43rd anniversary of the Hawaiian Slack Key Festival – Waikīkī Style! Since 1982 when the festival began, incredible musicians have graced the stage filling the air with exceptional music and keeping the 190+ year old art form alive and cherished! 

Bring your ʻohana to the Waikīkī Aquarium on Saturday, August 23, 2025 for a night to remember. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and ends at 9:00 p.m. No alcohol, outside food, or beverage will be permitted. Admission is cash only at the door. Proceeds will benefit the Aquarium and its mission to inspire and promote understanding, appreciation, and conservation of Pacific marine life! 

Sponsored by Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority with support from Outrigger Hotels and Resorts