September 25 , 2026

The Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii, together with the Dr. Sun Yat-sen Hawaii Foundation, United Chinese Society, US-China People’s Friendship Association, and Chinese Language Education Association of Hawaii, invites the community to join the 160th Anniversary Celebration of the Birth of Dr. Sun Yat-sen on Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Known as a Hawaii-educated revolutionary leader and founder of modern China, Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s connection to Hawaii and Honolulu’s Chinatown remains an important part of our community’s history.

Celebration Activities:

• 9:00–10:00 AM – Sun Yat-sen Trail Walking Tours

Free 20–30 minute walking tours of the historic “Sun Yat-sen Trail in Honolulu Chinatown.” Pre-registration is required.

Signing up for Walking Tour

• 10:00 AM – Lei-Draping Ceremony

A special ceremony at Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Park, with representatives from state and city government, Chinese societies, and community organizations. The public is invited to participate. The ceremony will continue at the historic site of Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s first public speech at Maunakea Marketplace, where a new mural will be unveiled.

• 11:30 AM – Anniversary Banquet

A banquet honoring Dr. Sun Yat-sen will be held at Hawaiʻi Dim Sum and Seafood Restaurant, 111 N. King Street. Seating is limited to 250 pre-registered guests. Winners of the 160th Anniversary Essay Contest will also be recognized and may have an opportunity to speak at the banquet.

Signing up for the Luncheon

We encourage Chamber members and the community to join us in commemorating this important milestone and celebrating Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s historic connection to Hawaii and Honolulu’s Chinatown.

For registration and additional information, please contact the Chinese Chamber of Commerce at 808-533-3181.

The Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii is pleased to present the Quad Chamber Networking and Social, an evening designed to bring together members and business leaders from Hawaii’s diverse business community for networking, fellowship, and meaningful connections.

Join us for an engaging evening featuring David Lazar, Honolulu Chief of Police, as our keynote speaker. Chief Lazar is the 13th Chief of Police of the Honolulu Police Department and brings more than 33 years of law enforcement experience, including 24 years in police management and executive leadership roles.

The evening will be emceed by Cynthia Yip, Journalist.

Date: November 18, 2026

Time: 6:00–8:00 PM

Location: Kaimuki Plaza, 3465 Waiʻalae Avenue

CCCH & YP Members: $40

Limited Capacity — RSVP Required

This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow Chamber members, young professionals, and business leaders while hearing directly from Honolulu’s Chief of Police.

Reserve your spot and join us for an evening of networking, conversation, and community connection!

Join the Narcissus Court and the Chinese Chamber Veterans on the evening of November 27, 2026 to participate in the Waikiki Holiday Parade.    This annual event first began in 1998, and commemorates the December 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, its survivors, Veterans, and other military service members. 

          The parade starts at Ft. Derussy, and travels down Kalakaua Avenue to Queen Kapiolani Park.   More than 2,000 marchers, marching bands, military units, community groups, and floats/vehicles will be in the parade.

           If any Chinese Chamber members (especially CCCH Veterans) wish to join the parade, please contact Chair, Stephen Tom (808.225-8127) by November 1, 2026.

Chinese Chamber Calendar:

September 30 2026 General Membership Meeting, Kaimuki Plaza Conference Room Suite 260

October 13 2026 Chinatown Community Foundation Golf Tournament, Hoakalei Country Club

November 18 2026 Quad Chamber Networking & Social, Kaimuki Plaza Conference Room Suite 260

Address:

8 S King St, Suite # 201

Honolulu, HI 96813

Tel: (808) 533-3181