Santa’s Arrival
Join us at Pauoa Bay on Christmas Eve as Santa makes his grand entrance aboard a traditional outrigger canoe., paddling with help from his magical friends. Enjoy live music, bites and tropical cocktails at Kahakai Bar and Cruiser. Santa and Mrs. Claus pass out gifts to the children and are available for a complimentary photo session on shore.
Location: Beach Shack
Time: December 24th: 4:00PM - 5:00PM
Other Events You May Like
Make Your Own Pasta
In our Fresh Pasta Making Class, you'll learn the secrets behind crafting pasta from scratch.
Location: Paniolo Lounge
Time: January 2nd: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Musubi & Mixology Class
Learn how to make a local's favorite beach snack and how to craft tasty tropical cocktails, with our talented chefs and expert mixologists!
Location: Binchotan
Time: December 27th: 4:00PM - 5:00PM
Hanukkah Celebration
Join us for Hanukkah Celebrations in partnership with the Chabad of Big Island.
Location: Luana Lounge
Time: December 14th: 5:30PM - 6:30PM
Make Your Own Shave Ice
Create your own Rainbow Shave Ice!
Children 12 and under and must be accompanied by an adult.
Location: Hale Kai
Time: December 22nd: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Hanukkah Candle Lighting
Celebrate Hanukkah in Hawaiʻi!
Location: Hotel Lobby
Time: December 15th: 5:45PM - 6:00PM
Sunset Aloha Toast to 2025
Join our Director of Hawaiian Culture to celebrate the final sunset of the year with a champagne toast, reflecting on and releasing 2025. Set positive intentions as we welcome 2026 and embrace the new year together.
Location: The Pointe
Time: December 31st: 5:45PM - 6:00PM
Lūʻau Under The Stars
Indulge in a decadent Hawaiian lūʻau feast at Fairmont Orchid!
Location: Turtle Pointe
Time: December 20th: 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Cupcake Decorating
Let your child's creativity blossom as they customize their very own cupcake!
Location: Orchid Court
Time: December 28th: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Frozen Treats & Sweets Hour
Cool off with an afternoon treat by the pool!
Location: Resort Pool
Time: December 20th: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
S’mores On The Shore
Roast marshmallows oceanside and enjoy complimentary s'mores at our firepits along Pauoa Bay.
Location: Kahakai Bar
Time: December 20th: 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Welcome In The Holidays – Hula Performance & Tree Lighting
Join us for a very merry holiday hula performance at Croquet Lawn.
Location: Croquet Lawn
Time: December 19th: 5:30PM - 6:30PM
Holiday Lūʻau
Celebrate the holiday season with a traditional Hawaiian Lūʻau feast! Enjoy vibrant hula performances, lively music and incredible food with your whole family.
Location: Plantation Estate
Time: December 20th: 5:30PM - 8:00PM
Sushi & Sake Class
Learn how to make your own sushi with our talented chefs, while enjoying sake flights.
Location: Binchotan
Time: December 30th: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Make Your Own Personal Pizza
Create your very own personal pizza.
Location: Binchotan
Time: December 26th: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Build Your Own Gingerbread House
Decorate and frost your gingerbread hale (house). Our Pastry team will help guide the young chef architects!
Location: Binchotan
Time: December 23rd: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Cookie Decorating
Decorate and frost Hawaiian shaped sugar cookies. Our pastry team will help guide the young chefs!
Location: Binchotan
Time: December 21st: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Holiday Opening Ceremony
Welcome the holiday season at our Ahu A Kūpuna (alter for our ancestors).
Location: Hotel Lobby
Time: December 19th: 10:00AM - 10:45AM
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