August 22 – 30: Duke’s Oceanfest 2015. The annual event is held at venue sites throughout Waikiki, featuring Longboard Surfing, Paddleboard Racing, Swimming, Tandem Surfing, Surf Polo, Beach Volleyball, and more. Held each summer in Waikiki in honor of Hawaiian Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, who is remembered as the greatest waterman who ever lived, and Hawai`i’s ambassador of Aloha. Queen’s Surf in Waikiki, 2699 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. For information and venues visit www.dukesoceanfest.com.