Waikiki SPAM JAM®

It’s the annual Waikiki SPAM JAM®, a cultural tradition in Hawaii, and the 2026 runner-up for USA Today’s BEST CULTURAL FESTIVAL in America.

Block Party 2027!
Saturday, April 24, 2027 from 4:00 - 10:00pm

Dine-In SPAM® Event
April 17 - May 2, 2027

Eat SPAM® and be a part of the community! Waikiki SPAM JAM® is a fundraiser for the Hawai‘i Foodbank and there will be two tents set up for canned goods and donations. The festival also donates to the Waikīkī Community Center and the Visitor Aloha Society of Hawai‘i. Learn more about our community involvement →

Waikiki SPAM JAM Online Shop Now Open!

ATTEND the Event

Come to the block party Saturday, April 24, 2027 from 4:00pm to 10:00pm and enjoy SPAM®, a local staple that is simple and delicious. It’s a favorite around the world and most especially in Hawaii where it can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Festival Map

Entertainment Lineup

Spam Jam Popup!

VENDOR Line-Up

Participating vendors will have a variety of items for sale from Waikiki SPAM JAM® Festival goods, locally crafted gifts, retail products and more!

Check out our Vendors

Our Local Crafters

DINE IN with SPAM®!

Participating restaurants will be serving unique SPAM® dishes at from April 17 to May 2 at various Waikiki restaurants. Enjoy this unique Can To Table Restaurant Week experience for a limited time.

Dine-In Spam Event

Highlights, News & Media!

Look for our exclusive design by Eden in Love!

We have partnered with local design company Eden in Love to develop unique SPAM® festival goods from tumblers, pouches and bags. These products are only sold at our street festival, Waikiki POP UP shop and online.

Videos in the Media! Scroll to watch more…

News & Media

KITV Island News - Spam Nachos & Banh Mi?! You Can't Miss this Food Fest!

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.

Hawaii News Now - Waikiki Spam Jam takes place this weekend

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.

KHON2 - IL Gelato Hawaii's creative twist on 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.

KHON2 - Waikīkī Spam Jam returns with food, fun and a mission to give back

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.

Hawaii News Now - Duke’s Waikiki serves up Spam katsu sandwiches at the 22nd annual Waikiki Spam Jam

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.

KHON2 - Waikiki Shokudo debuts at Spam Jam with Japanese twist

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!

Hawaii News Now - Kirin Restaurant brings SPAM JAM tradition to Waikiki’s largest food festival for 22nd year

Kirin Restaurant, an original SPAM JAM participant, returns April 25 serving SPAM spring rolls, manapua and pork hash at Hawaii's largest food festival.

Living808 - Preview of the Waikiki Spam Jam 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.

Hawaii News Now - Date announced for Waikiki Spam Jam Festival

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.

Living808 - Waikiki SPAM Jam: Jack in the Box

One of the main attractions is the SPAM Teriyaki Jr. Jack, a menu item exclusive to Hawaii and Guam.

Featured

KHON2 - Waikīkī SPAM® JAM Festival is this weekend: Event Guide

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.

KHON2 - Waikīkī Spam Jam returns with food, fun and a mission to give back

Honolulu Magazine - Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: April 23–29, 2026

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.

Aloha State Daily

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.

KHON2 - Thousands gather for Waikiki Spam Jam food 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.

KITV Island News - Spam Jam Festival returns to the streets of Waikiki

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.