A small yellow spider with a marking on its abdomen that resembles a smile sits atop a green leaf

Spooky Scavenger Hunt at Kīlauea Summit

Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

Special Event
  • Oct 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM
  • Free

Join park rangers for a spooky scavenger hunt through the bewitching forests and ʻāina (land) near the summit of Kīlauea volcano. Explore haunting facts and learn about nananana makakiʻi, the Hawaiian happyface spider that lives in trees along with other plants and animals. Costumes encouraged! 
When: Saturday, October 31 from noon to 4 p.m.  
Where: Meet at Kilauea Military Camp at the flagpole in front of the Welcome Center 

Fees

Event free, park entrance fees apply.

Location

Kilauea Military Camp at the flagpole in front of the Welcome Center

Schedule

Date:

Oct 31, 2026

Time:

12:00 PM

Duration:

4 hours

Noon to 4 p.m.

Contact Information

Park Information
808-985-6011
Contact Us

Event Type

  • Children’s Program
  • Other
  • Walk
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