Tasting locally grown Hawaiian fruits—sun-ripened strawberry papayas, white pineapple, and apple bananas—is easy thanks to bustling open-air farmers markets right along Kalakaua Avenue.

Key Takeaways

  • Inside Waikiki: The Waikiki Farmers Market at Hyatt Regency Waikiki (2424 Kalākaua Ave) runs Mondays and Wednesdays 4–8 PM in the first-floor atrium; it is small, free and walkable.
  • The big one: KCC Farmers Market runs every Saturday 7:30–11 AM at Kapiʻolani Community College; a $60 annual Early Pass gets you in at 7 AM.
  • Weeknight option: The Honolulu Farmers Market sets up at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center on Wednesdays 4–7 PM, with free parking.
  • Flying home with fruit: Pineapples and coconuts are generally fine, but many other fresh fruits are restricted for mainland flights, so check USDA rules before you buy to pack.

Quick Verdict: Best Farmers Markets in and Near Waikiki

1. Hyatt Regency Waikiki Farmers Market: Hosted in the hotel’s ground-floor atrium on Mondays and Wednesdays (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM), packed with fresh tropical fruit, artisanal shortbread, and local honey.
2. KCC Farmers Market (Saturday Morning): Across from Diamond Head, this is Oahu’s largest culinary market with grilled abalone, poke bowls, and ginger ales.

Farmers Market Location Schedule Must-Buy Items
Hyatt Regency Market Hyatt Regency Ground Atrium, Kalakaua Ave Mon & Wed: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Cold coconuts, Hawaiian fruit jams, baked goods
KCC Saturday Market Kapiʻolani Community College (Diamond Head) Saturdays: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM Grilled Kona abalone, local honey, fried mochi
Honolulu Farmers Market Neal Blaisdell Center Wednesdays: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Farm-fresh greens, tropical flowers, artisan dinners

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The Waikiki Farmers Market at Hyatt Regency Waikiki

The Waikiki farmers market most visitors stumble on is held in the open-air atrium of the Hyatt Regency Waikiki at 2424 Kalākaua Avenue. The hotel lists it on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM by the first-floor waterfall; older listings mention other days, so confirm with the hotel if you are planning around it.

  • What you’ll find: a handful of vendors selling papaya, apple bananas, pineapple, chilled drinking coconuts, fresh sugarcane juice, local honey, coffee, jams, baked goods and small gifts.
  • Size: it is a compact, 20–30 minute stop — think evening snack and souvenir browse rather than a big shopping trip.
  • Cost: free to enter; prices are a little higher than at neighborhood markets.

If your room has a fridge, it is a convenient way to stock up on fruit for the next morning’s breakfast.

KCC Farmers Market: Saturday Mornings at Diamond Head

Run by the Hawaii Farm Bureau, the KCC Farmers Market at Kapiʻolani Community College (4303 Diamond Head Road) is Oʻahu’s best-known market and well worth an early Saturday. General admission is 7:30–11 AM; an annual Early Pass ($60) allows entry at 7 AM. Parking in Lot C is free but fills quickly.

  • Eat: grilled abalone from the Big Island, fresh poke, breakfast plates, mochi and pastries.
  • Drink: Oʻahu- and Kona-grown coffee, fresh coconut water and lemonade.
  • Buy: tropical fruit, local honey, flowers and specialty sauces.

From Waikiki, the Waikiki Trolley Diamond Head (Green) Line runs more often on Saturdays, with the first trolley around 7:05 AM, and TheBus Routes 2 and 2L serve the college ($3.25 adult cash fare or $3.00 for a two-hour HOLO pass as of July 2026). Combine it with a Diamond Head hike — book your entry time first — or scones at Diamond Head Market & Grill down the street.

Other Farmers Markets Near Waikiki

Market Where When (as of October 2026)
Honolulu Farmers Market Neal S. Blaisdell Center, Kapiʻolani Blvd Wednesdays 4–7 PM
Kailua Farmers Market Kailua Town Center Thursdays 4–7 PM
Mililani Farmers Market Mililani High School Sundays 8–11 AM

All three are Hawaii Farm Bureau markets with free parking. The Honolulu market is the easiest weeknight trip from Waikiki and leans toward ready-to-eat dinners. The Kailua market pairs well with a Kailua and Lanikai beach day. The old King’s Village market in Waikiki has closed, so ignore listings that still mention it.

Tips for Shopping Hawaii Farmers Markets

  • Go early: popular food stalls at KCC build long lines by 8:30 AM, and the best fruit sells first.
  • Bring small bills and a reusable bag: many vendors take cards, but cash is faster, and Honolulu restricts single-use plastic bags.
  • Ask for ripeness: vendors will pick a papaya or mango for today or for later in the week.
  • Packing fruit home: all bags leaving Hawaii for the mainland pass USDA agricultural inspection. Fresh pineapples and coconuts are allowed after inspection; papaya, bananas, lychee and most other fresh fruits must be treated at an approved facility and packed in sealed, marked boxes. Most fresh lei are fine, except those with citrus.

Where to Stay Nearby

To walk to the Hyatt market, stay on central Kalākaua Avenue; our ʻAlohilani vs Hyatt Regency Waikiki comparison covers the Hyatt and its neighbor across the street. For KCC on Saturday mornings, the Diamond Head end of Waikiki is closest, and the Queen Kapiolani Hotel is just over a mile from the college.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the farmers market in Waikiki?

The Waikiki Farmers Market at Hyatt Regency Waikiki, 2424 Kalākaua Avenue, is listed by the hotel on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM in the first-floor atrium. Schedules have changed over the years, so check with the hotel before you go.

What time does the KCC Farmers Market open?

KCC Farmers Market at Kapiʻolani Community College is open every Saturday from 7:30 to 11 AM for general admission. Holders of the $60 annual Early Pass can enter at 7 AM. Arrive early for the shortest lines and the best selection, and park free in Lot C.

How do I get from Waikiki to the KCC Farmers Market without a car?

Take the Waikiki Trolley Diamond Head (Green) Line, which runs more frequently on Saturdays starting around 7:05 AM, or TheBus Routes 2 and 2L to Kapiʻolani Community College. A rideshare from central Waikiki takes about 10 minutes. Walking from the Diamond Head end of Waikiki takes around 30 minutes.

Can I take fruit from a Hawaii farmers market back to the mainland?

Some, but not all. Fresh pineapples and coconuts are allowed through the USDA agricultural inspection at the airport, but most other fresh fruits, such as papaya, bananas and lychee, must be treated at an approved facility and packed in sealed, marked boxes. Check the USDA APHIS rules before you buy fruit to pack, and eat the rest during your trip.

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