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Waikiki’s 22nd Annual Spam Jam is back this Saturday featuring 75+ Spam dishes, 25 restaurants, and flavors from around the world! We hit up Hula Grill for their LOADED Spam wonton nachos and insane Spam pâté banh mi. Both signature dishes will be available at the event on April 25th. Join in on the fun + experience spam like you’ve NEVER seen before.
One of Hawaiʻi's most beloved, and most delicious — street festivals is back this Saturday. Joining me now is Toby Tamaye, Marketing Director for the Waikiki SPAM JAM.
Experience a unique fusion of Hawai'i and Italy as IL Gelato Hawaii takes on Spam Jam, showcasing creative gelato flavors inspired by local cuisine.
HONOLULU (KHON2) — If you’re living in or visiting Hawaiʻi and are looking for weekend plans that will satisfy any kind of craving you have, then Waikīkī has you covered. The Waikīkī SPAM JAM® Festival will be returning Saturday, April 25, and will turn Kalākaua Avenue into one of Hawaiʻi’s biggest street parties.
Waikīkī is gearing up for one of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic food festivals as the annual Waikīkī Spam Jam returns, transforming Kalākaua Avenue into a lively street celebration filled with creative Spam-inspired dishes, local vendors and live entertainment.
Satisfy your canned meat craving at this beloved annual block party that takes over Kalākaua Avenue. Snack on creative dishes highlighting Spam, such as Wagyu Spam Skewers and Spam & Egg “Burrata” Malasadas, jam to live entertainment on three stages, browse pop-up shops selling apparel and accessories and watch a Spam-themed drone show over Waikīkī Beach. The event is a fundraiser for the Hawai‘i Foodbank, Waikīkī Community Center and the Visitor Aloha Society of Hawai‘i.
Duke’s Waikiki serves Spam katsu sandwiches at the Waikiki Spam Jam on Kalakaua Ave. on Saturday, April 25, from 4 to 10 p.m.
Waikiki Shokudo brings a Japanese twist to Hawai'i's iconic Spam Jam food festival, celebrating local flavors and cultural fusion. Don't miss out!
The 2026 Waikīkī Spam Jam Festival returns this year with more than 40 food and retail booths. The event features food vendors with a creative line-up of dishes featuring Spam, including nachos, manapua and gelato. There will also be a Spam-themed drone show and limited-edition OluKai slippers.
Kirin Restaurant, an original SPAM JAM participant, returns April 25 serving SPAM spring rolls, manapua and pork hash at Hawaii's largest food festival.
Experience the vibrant food scene of Hawaii at Waikiki Spam Jam! Celebrate unique flavors, local businesses, and the love for Spam in this anticipated festival.
Waikiki is gearing up for one of its most anticipated food festivals of the year, bringing together thousands to celebrate Hawaii’s unique culinary culture and love for Spam.
WAIKIKI, Hawaii (Island News) -- Taste and celebrate what makes spam a fan favorite in Hawaii when Waikiki Spam Jam Festival returns on Saturday, April 25. Spam lovers can find all kinds of dishes along Kalakaua Avenue during the festival from 4 to 10 p.m. After filling your appetite for spam from all the food vendors, the festival also features retail booths, arts and crafts, keiki activities, a special appearance by the Spammy mascot and a drone show.
One of Hawaii’s most iconic street festivals returns to Waikiki in spring. The 2026 Waikiki Spam Jam Festival is set for Saturday, April 25. Spam Jam is one of the longest-running street events in the state. Attendees can expect to see Spam dishes from some of Waikiki’s top restaurants and celebrate all things Spam.
One of the main attractions is the SPAM Teriyaki Jr. Jack, a menu item exclusive to Hawaii and Guam.
This year, Hula Grill is spotlighting two flavors of SPAM. The first is a bold take on their Kalua Pig Won Ton Nachos featuring classic SPAM... The second dish brings a Filipino-inspired twist to a local comfort favorite—SPAM Saimin.
The 10-minute immersive show is the festival’s newest addition and will light up the night sky at 9 p.m. …officials recommend you grab a spot anywhere on or near Waikiki Beach from the Duke Kahanamoku Statue to Kapahulu Ave.
Basalt and the Spam crew stop in to get us all ready for this weekend’s Waikiki Spam Jam. The food, the music, the merch, the fun…it’s gonna be awesome!
Waikiki Spam Jam returns April 26 with 30 food booths, live entertainment, and unique SPAM dishes! Don’t miss out on this flavor-packed festival.
El Cielo, the Hale Aina Award-winning newcomer led by chef Masa Arnaldo Gushiken, is ready to wow the crowds at the Waikiki SPAM JAM 2025
Satisfy your Spam cravings, shop for collectible merchandise, see a drone show and more at this annual block party on Saturday, April 26.
It’s no surprise that Hawai‘i is home to the annual Waikīkī Spam Jam Festival. After all, we eat more Spam per capita than any other U.S. state — over seven million cans a year! … Every year, the Waikīkī SPAM Jam turns Kalākaua Avenue into a lively street party…
It’s that time of the year when tens of thousands of people descend on Waikīkī to celebrate a certain luncheon meat that first gained favor during the Second World War, both for its availability and affordability. So just what is this globally recognizable and still enjoyable food staple? Spam, of course.
HONOLULU (Island News) – USA Today named the Waikiki SPAM JAM as one of the Top Ten Best Cultural Festivals. The Waikiki SPAM JAM is one of the longest-running festivals in Hawaii and celebrates all things SPAM-related, while also giving back to the community.
KOHN2 | Living808 | Apr 25, 2024 …the streets of Waikiki will come alive with the vibrant celebration of the 20th Waikiki SPAM JAM. This beloved annual street festival is renowned for its dedication to Hawaii’s favorite canned meat, SPAM, and will feature a fun lineup of events…
KOHN2 | Living808 | Apr 24, 2024 - Shawn, from the acclaimed Maui Brewing Co., shared his excitement about participating in such an iconic event. Maui Brewing Co. will showcase the same dish that quickly sold-out last year; the Deep-Fried SPAM Bomb…
HONOLULU (HI Now) - The 20th annual Waikiki SPAM JAM is on Saturday, April 27 from 4p-10p. It’s free and open to the public with more than 30 restaurants participating and three stages of entertainment.
KOHN2 | Living808 | Apr 23, 2024 - STRIPSTEAK Waikiki, serving elevated steakhouse cuisine by Michael Mina, is delighted to announce new, inventive items on its happy hour and dinner menus.