Tens of thousands of people are at Ala Moana Beach Park.
Many even camped overnight to get a good spot to see the state's largest fireworks show.
The fireworks set-up at Magic Island will light up the night sky, an event many have been waiting for since Saturday.
For many, celebrating the Fourth of July is waking up before the sun comes up.
For Verley Nakamiyo, it's a tradition she has been doing with her family for years.
"It was crowded and hectic, it was very hectic but we got our spot and we're happy," said Nakamiyo.
David Nguyen is visiting from Los Angeles.
He was lucky enough to join friends who woke up early to get a good spot on the beach.
"The beach is so nice here, the weather's great, this is the best place to celebrate Fourth of July," said Nguyen.
Over on the Windward side, it was no different, as many arrived Saturday morning to set-up camp at Kailua Beach Park.
"We got here 7:00 yesterday," said Justin Prestidge of Kaneohe. "It's definitely worth it, this is the best spot."
Getting the best spot and spending time with family friends has become a family tradition for many.
"We come every year, last year we actually slept over the day before," said Tabby Busboso of Kailua. "My kids enjoy it so we bring them. My Dad always brought us when we were little so I bring them."
While many camped out at beaches, many enjoyed the holiday with food booths, games and entertainment.
"For us it's one day that's set aside that we remember freedom," said Army battalion commander Ross Guieb.
Celebrating with family and friends this year is important because next Fourth of July he'll be deployed.
"Next year we'll be in Afghanistan so hopefully we're at that point celebrating victory," said Guieb with the 728th Military Police Battalion.
And it's an independence holiday two army wives will definitely remember after their husbands deployed June 30.
"We've been spending every Fourth of July together and it's our first year married and he's not here and he won't be here for our anniversary," said Ariel Robinstein.
"It means a lot more to me now since you know, we have husbands deployed and fighting for the country and everything," said Kayta Fagan, whose husband also deployed.
A spokesperson with Ala Moana Center says this year's fireworks show is supposed to bigger than last year and will last about 18-20 minutes.
You can also tune in to KUMU 94.7 to listen to music synchronized to this year's show, which begins at 8:30 p.m.
