North Hawaii Hospice presents our annual Floating Lantern Ceremony
at the Fairmont Orchid on Sunday, October 4th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a meaningful ceremony to honor and remember loved ones who have passed. There will be lantern decorating, music, hula, taiko drumming, Hawaiian chanting, and a sunset lantern release into Pauoa Bay.
Click the Reserve Lanterns buttonabove to reserve lanterns before the event for a suggested donation of $25 per lantern.
Online reservations will continue through October 4, 2026.
Reserved lanterns may be picked up at North Hawaii Hospice on Saturday, September 26, 2026, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
OR
You may pick up your Reserved Lantern(s) at the event. Look for the Reserved Lanterntent, which is separate from the Registration Tent.
All ages are welcome at this free community event. You do not need a lantern to attend.
We look forward to seeing you at this beautiful event as we honor and remember those who have gone before us.
North Hawaii Hospice presents our annual Floating Lantern Ceremony
at the Fairmont Orchid on Sunday, October 4th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a meaningful ceremony to honor and remember loved ones who have passed. There will be lantern decorating, music, hula, taiko drumming, Hawaiian chanting, and a sunset lantern release into Pauoa Bay.
Click the Reserve Lanterns buttonabove to reserve lanterns before the event for a suggested donation of $25 per lantern.
Online reservations will continue through October 4, 2026.
Reserved lanterns may be picked up at North Hawaii Hospice on Saturday, September 26, 2026, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
OR
You may pick up your Reserved Lantern(s) at the event. Look for the Reserved Lanterntent, which is separate from the Registration Tent.
All ages are welcome at this free community event. You do not need a lantern to attend.
We look forward to seeing you at this beautiful event as we honor and remember those who have gone before us.
Helpful Tips
Bring a photo of the loved one(s) you are honoring to display on our magnetic memory board.
Volunteers will distribute waivers and parking validation stickers.
Bring your own water bottles to fill at complimentary water stations.
Dining and beverage options at the Fairmont Orchid are listed below,
Getting There
Fairmont Orchid
1 N Kaniku Dr
Waimea, Hawaii 96743
United States
To make your arrival at the event as smooth as possible, we encourage carpooling. The Fairmont has generously offered complimentary valet and self-parking for all attendees.
For those who need it, there is a large, designated section at the southwest end of the parking lot (by the event entrance) for handicapped parking. Please note that valet parking, while available, is not the closest to the event. If you choose this option, gratuity would be appreciated for the hardworking Fairmont staff.
Lanterns are commonly used around the world in ceremonies to inspire remembrance, hope and good fortune.
Lanterns are retrieved at the end of the release, the bases are saved, and the lantern papers are disposed of in a respectful manner.
Dining Options at the Fairmont Orchid
Fairmont Orchid on-property food options open during the event:
Kahakai Taco Truck (by the beach shack) - 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Browns Deli – 6:30 am to 5:00 pm - No reservations taken
Hale Kai (Pool Restaurant) - 11:00 am to 9:00 pm – No reservations taken
Luana Lounge – 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm – No reservations taken
Browns Beach House – 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm – Reservations encouraged
Binchotan – 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Reservations encouraged
