Waikīkī-Kapahulu Public Library

Address

400 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-733-8488

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About

Welcome to the Waikīkī-Kapahulu Public Library! Designed by Cyril Lemmon and Associates, we opened on July 11, 1952, at the Diamond Head end of the Ala Wai Canal. Known for its cathedral-like windows, our library serves “snow birds” during the winter from the mainland, Canada, and other visitors worldwide.


Upcoming events at this branch

allegro keiki

Join us Saturday, August 9th for a fun and musical time at Waikīkī-Kapahulu Library! Catering to younger children and families in particular, Allegro Keiki is an experience created and shared by members of the Oʻahu Kai String Quartet. Performing songs both popular children’s songs, and pieces by well-known composers like Beethoven or Mozart, Allegro Keiki has music the whole family can enjoy. Toys will be provided.

 

These instrumentalists have been frequent performers with the Hawai’i Symphony Orchestra, and other local organizations focusing on education and local arts. Driven by a passion for making instrumental and classical music both accessible and fun, Allegro Keiki offers interactive programs that spark joy and curiosity in little listeners. By blending both familiar and new songs with expressive movement, these events provide an inspiring and unforgettable introduction to instrumental music for children and their families.

For more information on Allegro Keiki, including clips of past performances, visit their Instagram page at: @allegrokeiki

 

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

Ruth Pukahi Storytime

Join us for Kids Club. Fun with Ms. Pukahi for story time, book talks, learn something new, and craft activities for the whole family.

Appropriate for elementary school ages, PreK to 5th grade.

Registration is recommended. Register at the link below.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

assorted lego blocks of various colors

We love LEGO! Join us and build something for us to display around the library.

LEGOs will be out all day long for our building hands.

We also have a box of Duplo for little hands, ages 1.5+

Fun for ALL ages!

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Open book with a castle on top

Join us at Waikīkī-Kapahulu Library for our Sort of Traditional StoryTime! Our YA Librarian Kylee, comes to us from Kaimuki Public Library where she became well-known for her StoryTime. Thus, despite her current focus in the Young Adult sphere, she is kindly reprising her renowned storytime. There will be books, songs, bubbles and coloring!

 

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Join us for Family Craft Time! Parents, Grandparents, and or caregivers together with your sweet young ones have an opportunity to do something fun and different together. Come with nothing, leave with something special to display or give away as a gift.  Best part is working together and making new memories.

Appropriate for families of all ages.

Registration is recommended. Register at the link below.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Picture of two pale pink yarn skeins next to craft needles.

Join this crafters’ circle to connect with fiber-loving community members. If you enjoy crochet, knitting, macramé, needlepoint, embroidery, felting and more, this club is for you! Enjoy the opportunity to work on your own project, receive and lend assistance, and nurture your creativity while building community!

This club will set up on the rug near the Children’s Fiction area, so it’s easier to keep an eye on any little ones that join you on your excursion.

Facilitated by lovely volunteer Andrea, this will be a weekly club starting June 5th.

 

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Open book

“After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world.”
— Phillip Pullman

Just because you know how to read, does not mean that the magic of having others read to you is lessened! YA Librarian Kylee will read a chapter (or so) of a book each week and then do a related craft. It’s like Story time but for middle school and high school students.

 

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity, should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more in advance of the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Ruth Pukahi Storytime

Join us for Kids Club. Fun with Ms. Pukahi for story time, book talks, learn something new, and craft activities for the whole family.

Appropriate for elementary school ages, PreK to 5th grade. * This week will be hosted by our Librarian Kylee *

Registration is recommended. Register at the link below.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

assorted lego blocks of various colors

We love LEGO! Join us and build something for us to display around the library.

LEGOs will be out all day long for our building hands.

We also have a box of Duplo for little hands, ages 1.5+

Fun for ALL ages!

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Open book with a castle on top

Join us at Waikīkī-Kapahulu Library for our Sort of Traditional StoryTime! Our YA Librarian Kylee, comes to us from Kaimuki Public Library where she became well-known for her StoryTime. Thus, despite her current focus in the Young Adult sphere, she is kindly reprising her renowned storytime. There will be books, songs, bubbles and coloring!

 

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

Hours

Date Time
Monday CLOSED - CLOSED
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 18
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 1
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 10
Magazines 38
Newspapers 4
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store Yes
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

ALERT | In holiday observance of Statehood Day, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, August 15, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Labor Day, all public libraries will be closed August 30 to September 1, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Veterans Day, all public libraries will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Thanksgiving Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Christmas Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of New Year's Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.