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Kama'aina Staycations, Banquets and Meetings
Kama'aina Staycation
Great Kama'aina Meetings & Parties Happen Here
Great Kama'aina Meetings & Parties Happen Here
Residents of Hawaii and Guam can enjoy a Special Kama'aina Rate, plus these benefits:
- Complimentary self parking
- Waived Resort Charge
- 10% off food at Hiking Hawaii Cafe
Proof of Hawaii or Guam residency is required.
Great Kama'aina Meetings & Parties Happen Here
Great Kama'aina Meetings & Parties Happen Here
Great Kama'aina Meetings & Parties Happen Here
From Baby's 1st Birthday to Weddings and Receptions, we have the perfect venue for you. You can choose from one of our elegant banquet rooms or our Penthouse Suite.
Kama'aina Events are Our Specialty
Weddings & Receptions
Weddings & Receptions
Weddings & Receptions
Let us open your hearts to discovering the perfect Waikiki Wedding. We have a variety of great venues for your special day. Our experienced team and delicious banquet menus allow you to relax and enjoy your family and friends.
Company Meetings
Weddings & Receptions
Weddings & Receptions
We are the perfect spot for productive Company Meetings and Training Sessions. Getaway from the office and step into one of our quiet and well-appointed meeting rooms.
Family Reunions
Weddings & Receptions
Baby's First Birthday
Perfect headquarters for your Family Reunion. Our spacious guest rooms make it easy to stretch out and relax. Plan a family gathering with our catering team. Choose from our delicious Hawaii inspired menus. Everything in one convenient location.
Baby's First Birthday
Baby's First Birthday
Baby's First Birthday
Celebrate Baby's First Birthday with us. Enjoy a selection of local delicacies from our catering menu. Combine your party with a Kama'aina staycation. The perfect way to celebrate!
Company Retreats
Baby's First Birthday
Graduation Parties
Bring your team to DoubleTree Alana for a Company Retreat. We have everything you need to put on an inspiring meeting and team building sessions. Add on a relaxing hike with the Hiking Hawaii Cafe.
Graduation Parties
Baby's First Birthday
Graduation Parties
Graduation Parties and family gatherings of all kinds are our specialty. Great local menus and our experienced team will make your event unforgettable. Combine your party with a Kama'aina staycation!
Annual Festivals and Events in Waikiki
WAIKIKI CELEBRATES ITS DIVERSITY IN WITH FESTIVALS & EVENTS
THE EVENTS LISTED BELOW ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. ACTUAL DATES TBA, CHECK ON THE WEBSITE LINKS FOR MORE INFORMATION.
May
Lantern Floating Hawai‘i
Every year on Memorial Day, thousands of people gather at Magic Island at Ala Moana Beach Park to honor ancestors and loved ones who have passed away. At sundown, more than 7,000 candlelit lanterns are set afloat on the ocean, a traditional Buddhist rite originating in Japan. The ceremony serves to honor those who have sacrificed their lives in war, pay respect to ancestors and loved ones who have passed away, and pray for a harmonious and peaceful future. The ceremony also features live entertainment by local and international musicians, as well as inspiring speeches. www.lanternfloatinghawaii.com
June
Pan-Pacific Festival
The annual Pan-Pacific Festival is a three-day international cultural celebration that features a weekend of Pacific Rim cultural performances, demonstrations, hula, food and ho‘olaule‘a (celebration). The event culminates with a colorful parade with thousands of participants in lively costumes marching down Kalākaua Avenue in Waikīkī. www.pan-pacific-festival.com
June
Annual King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade Celebrating yearly, this colorful celebration honors the reign of King Kamehameha, who was responsible for uniting the Hawaiian Islands under his rule in 1810. Prior to the parade will be the Statue Lei Draping. The parade features brightly decorated floats, energetic
Summer
Mango Jam Honolulu
Mango Jam Honolulu (MJH) is a premier family event with free, fun and award-winning entertainment for the whole family. A two-day lifestyle event featuring Hawaiʻi’s favorite summer fruit, the mango, MJH offers a multicultural mix of live entertainment, food and craft booths, a beer garden and a farmer’s market. Presented by the Mayor’s Office of Culture and the Arts, MJH fosters the authentic exchange of shared experiences between kamaʻāina (locals) and malihini (visitors). Includes a Mango Recipe Contest and Mango BBQ Cook Off while introducing additional headliners, enhanced activity tents and demonstrations and more. Families come for the entertainment, stay for the exclusive mango products and leave MJH with memories that will last a lifetime. www.mangojamhonolulu.com
August
GREAT WAIKIKI BEER FESTIVAL
The Annual Great Waikiki Beer Festival is Waikiki's only beer festival featuring more than 100 beers and selection of delicious wines. Great entertainment and food make this an unforgettable evening. Walking distance to DoubleTree by Hilton Alana Waikiki Beach.
September
Waikiki Rough Water Swim
The annual Waikiki Roughwater Swim is where swimmers from all over the world will tackle the challenging waters off Waikīkī. This open water swim measures 2.384 miles long, beginning at Sans Souci Beach between the Natatorium and the New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel and ending near the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort. www.waikikiroughwaterswim.com
September
Waikiki Ho'olaule'a
• The Annual Waikīkī Ho‘olaule‘a is Hawai‘i’s largest annual block party featuring local food, music and entertainment along Kalākaua Avenue.
September
Floral Parade
• The Annual Floral Parade in hosts a colorful procession of horseback riders, performances and floats covered with fresh, vibrant flowers.
September
Honolulu Century Ride
The Honolulu Century Ride is Hawai‘i’s oldest and largest cycling event, attracting approximately 4,000 people around the world each year. The ride begins and ends at Kapi‘olani Park and participants can choose to ride 20, 25, 40, 50, 75 or 100 miles at their own pace. Proceeds from the annual fun ride support the Hawaii Bicycling League and its efforts to promote cycling for health, recreation and transportation through advocacy, education and events. www.hbl.org
October
Moloka‘i Hoe
This annual Moloka‘i Hoe, one of the longest running annual team sporting events in Hawai‘i, second only to football. The race starts at Hale O Lono beach on Moloka‘i and goes through the Ka‘iwi Channel, ending at Duke Kahanamoku Beach in Waikīkī. The Moloka‘i Hoe perpetuates one of Hawai‘i’s and Polynesia’s most important and historic cultural traditions, while honoring outrigger canoe paddlers around the world. www.molokaihoe.com
October
HONOLULU PRIDE Parade
Rainbows over Waikiki kicks off HONOLULU PRIDE with the hanging of 160 ten-foot-tall rainbow banners through Waikīkī. Events include National Coming Out Day at the University of Phoenix Kapolei Campus, a month of artist recognition at Arts at Mark’s Garage, film screenings, fashion shows, theme parties, youth LGBTQ workshops, and trainings and tastings all leading up to a Parade on Kalākaua Avenue ending in a festival at the Waikiki Shell Diamond Head Greens. www.hawaiilgbtlegacyfoundation.com
December, typically the 2nd Sunday
Honolulu Marathon
Thousands of runners from around the world travel to O‘ahu each year to participate in the Honolulu Marathon. The 26.2-mile scenic course includes spectacular views alongside world famous Waikīkī Beach and Lēʻahi (Diamond Head). The marathon is held every year on the second Sunday of December. www.honolulumarathon.org
