HONOLULU - Get ready for a day of fun in the sun with the DLNR Division of State Parks (DSP). Keiki of all ages are invited to find their own adventure as they explore the iconic L??ahi, Diamond Head State Monument, on Kids to Parks Day, Saturday May 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Join us for a day of exploration, discovery and connection with the natural beauty of Hawai‘i. Crafts, games, sports and many other environmental education activities will be provided by community partner organizations. 

“Kids to Parks Day brings our community together in a celebration of L??ahi’s beauty and the wonder of outdoor experiences,” said Kekai Mar, DSP interpretive specialist for O?ahu. “It is inspiring to witness keiki’s connections to nature and instill a lifelong appreciation for our state parks.”

Kids to Parks Day is now in its 15th year nationally and more than a million people are expected to participate. DSP has hosted this event at L?‘ahi since 2018 in collaboration with environmental and community organizations. By coordinating a wide array of park activities conducted on a single day, Kids to Parks Day attracts new park goers and helps connect existing park enthusiasts with local organizations and government agencies to preserve our country’s public lands and waters. 

“DSP, in partnership with Pacific Historic Parks and the National Park Trust, is thrilled to invite families to celebrate Kids to Parks Day again this year. This nationwide event aims to ignite a love of the outdoors in children, fostering a deep appreciation for our public lands and inspiring the next generation of park enthusiasts and conservationists,” noted Curt Cottrell, DSP administrator. “We look forward to welcoming families to Diamond Head and creating lasting memories while cultivating a sense of responsibility for our shared natural heritage.”

There is no charge for Hawai?i residents to join this event. Visitors with park reservations are also welcome to join at no additional cost.