HONOLULU Magazine's biggest foodie event of the year is back. The Hale ‘Aina Celebration presented by First Hawaiian Bank Priority Destinations World Elite MasterCard brings together some of our best restaurant winners so you can dine on unlimited dishes and sips under the stars set against the amazing The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikīkī Beach, Lau‘ula Park.

Because of the new location, tickets are extremely limited for this year’s event. Especially VIP tickets, which come with the exclusive opportunity to enter early plus access to the Priority Access Rum and Cigar Lounge.  

Enjoy live music and salsa dancing all night with a few surprises mixed in.

Friday, Sept. 16 (Please note the date change due to the Waikiki Hoolaulea)

The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikīkī Beach, Lau‘ula Park

6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

VIP entrance at 5:30 p.m.

FIRST HAWAIIAN BANK PERK: All First Hawaiian Bank card holders, purchase a VIP Ticket for the price of General Admission. Select the First Hawaiian Bank Priority Access ticket and enter the first 6 digits from your card number into the promo code box upon check out. Must use your First Hawaiian Bank personal Mastercard credit card to purchase.

Chef Lineup

• Nature Waikiki - Beets poke with sunchoke puree and sunchoke chips
• Hy's Steakhouse - Ropa Vieja: Flank Steak, sofrito, bell pepper, manzanilla olives, capers, jasmine rice and cilantro
• Mad Bene - Fresh Mozzarella: Ho Farms tomato, basil, Tonda Iblea olive oil
• Queensbreak Waikiki: Seared island fish, kobocha puree, long beans, daikon, shiso, ume yuzu beurre blanc
• O'Kims - Spicy Pork Taco: spicy pulled pork with kimchi salsa, sesame oil powder, guacamole
• Taqueria Gallo Rosa - Octopus tostada: salsa morita macha, chicharrón, nopal escabeche (pickle cactus) and a guacamole cream
• Olay's Thai Hawai‘i - Mama Olay’s Sai Oua (Lao sausage)
• Kalele Eats - Malasada
• Minasa Hawai‘i - Ube Churro

Ticket Prices:

• General Admission Ticket $125 - dine on dishes from award winning Hale ‘Aina restaurants, sip on delicious wines and beer from our partners.
• SOLD OUT - VIP Admission Ticket $195 - enter the celebration early, starting at 5:30 p.m. and receive access to the Priority Access Rum and Cigar lounge, a unique speakeasy space with high-end rum tastings.
• First Hawaiian Bank Priority Access Ticket $125 - enter the celebration early, starting at 5:30 p.m. and receive access to the Priority Access Rum and Cigar lounge, a unique speakeasy space with high-end rum tastings. *Must use your First Hawaiian Bank Priority Destinations World Elite MasterCard at check out.
• Each ticket includes a one-year subscription to HONOLULU Magazine.

BULK TICKET PURCHASE: Purchase 10 tickets or more and each general admission ticket price is reduced to $100 each.

The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach Special Room Rate:

• Reserve two nights in a Deluxe Ocean View Room or Deluxe Ocean View Suite
• 12 p.m. early check in / 3 p.m. late check out
• (1) Complimentary breakfast for up to 4 guests per room at La Vie
• Complimentary parking for (1) vehicle per room
• Travel Dates: September 1-30, 2022
• Booking Dates: By September 30, 2022

Book online at ritzcarlton.com/Waikiki. Use promo code: Z43.

Parking:

Validated valet parking available.

FAQs

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

The Hale ‘Aina Celebration is open to guests ages 21 and over.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Valet parking is available at or arrive safely with a ride-share partner.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Questions about the event can be directed to [email protected].

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Please show us your ticket on your mobile or printed paper ticket to make the check-in process more efficient. Should you forget your paper ticket, please check-in by LAST NAME (of the ticket purchaser) at the registration tables.

What is the refund policy?

This event is rain or shine, no refunds.