Top Kailua Venues

Great Big Game Show, brought to you by The Escape Game, is a live-hosted game show experience. Two teams come on stage to face off in a battle for points and glory! Whether you’re aiming to boost your team’s collaboration or just want a fun team hangout, Great Big Game Show offers a great mix of challenge, collaboration, and connection. Have a birthday coming up? Once we open, players celebrating their birthday get their ticket for FREE - just show proof of your date of birth in store. You’ll even get a special spotlight moment during the show that'll make this birthday one-of-a-kind. Directions: Parking is free all around the Ala Moana Center! The closest garage near our storefront is on Kona Street. Questions? Contact us at Hello@GreatBigGameShow.com!

• Spaces for 80-150 Guests

• Spaces for 1,000-2,000 Guests

Located near Waikiki and Diamond Head, the Honolulu Zoo offers a tropical setting for weddings, corporate gatherings, fundraisers, and social celebrations. The property features expansive lawns, lush gardens, and distinctive animal habitats that create memorable backdrops for receptions, dinners, and group experiences. Flexible outdoor spaces accommodate both intimate occasions and larger events, while optional zoo experiences add an engaging element for guests. Combining island scenery, natural surroundings, and a convenient Honolulu location, the Zoo provides a unique backdrop for events that feel relaxed, welcoming, and distinctly Hawaiian.

• Spaces for 100-1,000 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 5 Total Spaces

At Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, you’re at the center of all that makes Waikiki so iconic. Our resort is framed by Diamond Head and the renowned ‘Queens’ surf break. Whether you’re basking in our sun-kissed sands at sunrise, soothing your soul in the glow of our firepits at sunset, or catching it all from private lanais, let us share our island passions with you. Surrender to the rhythm of activity and music at our Queensbreak rooftop deck, one of Honolulu’s largest outdoor experiential spaces. Relax on the family-friendly pool deck, lounge in cabanas, or imbibe in a Mai tai at our adults only pool. Enjoy a Hawaiian feast, island songs, hula arts and storytelling at our Paina Waikiki Luau. This combination of diversity, natural beauty and Aloha Spirit creates a special experience found only in Hawai’i. And if you’re dreaming of a Hawaii wedding, your special day means the world to us; we’ll infuse every moment with island magic.

• Spaces for 150-230 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Celebrate the most significant day of your life in stunning Waikiki at the base of stunning Diamond Head, affectionately referred to by locals as Leahi. One of Hawaii's most well-known emblems, Diamond Head was designated a national landmark in 1968. We take great pride in using our namesake as the setting for each exceptional event we offer. We have floor to ceiling sliding glass doors that effortlessly frame Diamond Head and can accommodate up to 150 guests sitting. Any tropical event benefits from the mood-setting blues and grays. The Leahi Enough leads out to our large Lanai, which has room for 50 more people and is ideal for wedding ceremonies or a laid-back outdoor reception. Our gourmet food is served with spectacular views. Every meal, from the breakfast buffet to the plated dinner, is locally sourced and influenced by Pacific and Hawaiian cuisine. With our extensive selection of alternatives, you may create unique menus that will satisfy every palate.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms

The Royal Hawaiian Golf Club offers a remarkable and relaxing location for your wedding day with its lush greens and picturesque views of the surrounding mountains. The Royal Hawaiian Golf Club banquet hall in Kailua is a beautiful venue that takes you back in time to the glamour and sophistication of the 1990s country club. With its classic architecture, elegant décor and lush gardens, this banquet hall is the ideal setting for a truly memorable celebration. The Ali'i ballroom can accommodate up to 200 guests, making it the perfect space for a celebration or wedding. The ballroom is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, granting breathtaking views of the majestic Ko'olau Mountain Range. Royal Hawaiian Golf Club first opened doors in 1993, making it the first course co-designed by renowned architects Peter and Perry Dye and recently redesigned by golf hall-of-famer Greg Norman. Nestled between the majestic Mount Olomana and Ko'olau Mountains, this course is an awe-inspiring experience with Oahu's most magnificent views. Plan your event at Royal Hawaiian Golf Club today, and experience one of Hawaii's lucky finds for yourself!

• Spaces for 50-825 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Total Spaces

Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa sits at 2500 Kuhio Avenue in Honolulu, one block from Waikiki Beach and steps from the Honolulu Zoo and Kalakaua Avenue. The 37-story tower offers more than 35,000 square feet of flexible event space, making it one of Oahu's larger hotel-based event destinations. The Prince Kuhio Ballroom anchors the resort's event offerings with over 8,000 square feet and the flexibility to seat up to 550 guests or accommodate 825 for a reception. On the 37th floor, Altitude@37 delivers panoramic Pacific Ocean views for more intimate gatherings of up to 50. The fourth-floor Territorial Ballroom provides 2,100 square feet suited to smaller receptions and breakout sessions. The resort's award-winning culinary team handles in-house catering for all events, from plated dinners to prix fixe wedding packages. Dedicated Wedding Specialists and Event Managers guide clients through planning from proposal to event day. The Hilton Waikiki Beach has earned recognition including Hilton's Diamond Award for Best Overall Accommodations and a Gold Key Award from Meetings and Conventions magazine.

With 6,300 square feet of column-free space and clear sightlines to the stage from every part of the club, Blue Note Hawaii is a chic, contemporary music venue. Blue Note Hawaii is the ideal location for any private event, meeting, or soiree because it has a cutting-edge PA, digital sound boards, excellent stage lighting, and a cozy historic setting. Our three-tiered venue can accommodate 326 people. To match your budget, we are pleased to develop personalized drink and menu packages. In order to provide a brand-new performance space in the center of Hawaii's most well-known beach resort location, the venue underwent a significant, multi-million dollar rehabilitation that was completed in January 2016. The 326-seat venue hosts acts every night in a cozy atmosphere. Visitors have the option to eat at the location, which features a full-service restaurant and bar that showcases Executive Chef Aaron Love's culinary skills. On-site amenities also include a modern gift shop with a designated area for musicians to hold autograph sessions following performances. Additionally, the location can be reserved for private events and large groups during concerts. Jazz legends may be found at Blue Note Hawaii, along with top local artists from the islands and musicians from other genres like reggae, rock, pop, and comedy.

• Spaces for 200-2,000 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 space at this venue

Plan your wedding in paradise. With gorgeous natural backdrops, imaginative themed events, and a menu that will leave your guests wanting more, Waikiki turns your dreams, and your special day, into a reality. Whether you choose a formal ballroom venue or a tropical outdoor scene, you can rely on us to provide delicious food and flawless service.

• Spaces for 14 Guests

Great Big Game Show Honolulu brings live-hosted, TV-style game show excitement to Ala Moana Center in Honolulu, HI. In two vibrant studios (2–14 players each), teams compete across 18 fast-paced mini-games—trivia, strategy, prop challenges, and more—with buzzer slams, lights, music, and a giant wheel. The full 75-minute experience includes check-in, briefing, and gameplay. Perfect for birthdays, family fun, team building, or date night. Ideal for ages 6+, younger guests welcome with an adult.

• Spaces for 90-850 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Ko'olau Ballrooms & Conference Center is a place of joy and celebration, tucked away on a highland plateau away from the bustle of the city. Here, magic happens frequently, amazement abounds, and people create lifelong memories. The Ko'olau Range displays the alluring beauty of the Windward side with its lofty 2,000-foot summits and stunning vertical ridges that catch the light throughout the day. A venue unlike any other in Hawaii or the rest of the globe, the Ko'olau Ballrooms & Conference Center acts as an opulent refuge beneath these imposing pinnacles. first-kissed pleasure of a wedded pair. When she turned 90, tutu grinned. the anxiety associated with attending a high schooler's first prom. the baby's laughter at her first luau. the satisfaction of a neighborhood fundraising event bringing people together for a good cause. the excitement of fresh opportunities at a corporate retreat. We are here to make your event, no matter what it is, genuinely unforgettable.

• Spaces for 50 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Waterfront
• 1 space at this venue

Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden is a 400-acre public botanical garden in Kāneʻohe, on the windward side of Oʻahu, built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1982 and managed by the City and County of Honolulu. Its name means "to make a place of peace and tranquility," and the garden lives up to it: a 32-acre lake, Loko Waimaluhia, sits beneath the dramatic Ko'olau mountain ridgeline, surrounded by plantings gathered from tropical regions worldwide — the Philippines, Malaysia, tropical America, India, Sri Lanka, Melanesia, Polynesia, and Africa. The garden hosts outdoor wedding ceremonies for up to 50 guests, with permits available through the Department of Parks and Recreation. Ceremonies are held Monday through Saturday during garden hours. The setting pairs lush tropical foliage with sweeping mountain views for a distinctly Hawaiian backdrop that no ballroom can replicate.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

Your wedding is a celebration of your love that you will cherish forever, so preparing it should be enjoyable, thrilling, and happy. Our professional, certified wedding planner at Haiku Gardens is solely focused on making your special day one you'll never forget. We make arranging your special day simple, whether you reside on the island or across the sea. We're available to you to respond to your inquiries, share our original ideas, handle logistics, and provide broad planning followed by specific implementation. Our multiple-award-winning restaurant, Haleiwa Joes Seafood Grill, hosts all wedding receptions. Haleiwa Joes is renowned throughout the islands for delivering wonderful meals that are inspired by its beauty and the wealth that surrounds it. It is situated overlooking the beautiful, tropical scenery of Haiku Gardens. The Ko'olau mountains serve as the perfect background for your wedding reception, which is arranged in a Hawaiian-style interior. We are available for exclusive lunch receptions Monday through Saturday from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm for 20 to 175 people (on Saturdays and special dates, there is a 50 guest minimum). We'll open the restaurant especially for your event, so live music or a DJ is also welcomed! For more specific information on timing and accomodation, kindly check the link below.

• Spaces for 65-300 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

Kealohi Point Banquet Halls occupies a storied peninsula within He'eia State Park on the windward coast of O'ahu, where the Ko'olau Mountains rise above Kāne'ohe Bay. The site carries deep cultural significance in Hawaiian tradition, and its name — meaning "the point of shimmering light" — reflects both the setting and the Bay's characteristic glow. The venue offers three rental packages suited to a range of group sizes. The Hibiscus and Plumeria packages each accommodate up to 300 guests and include use of the banquet hall, kitchen, tables and chairs, and the open-air Hula/Ceremony Mound — an outdoor ceremonial space set against the Bay. The Hibiscus package also includes a private cottage. The Puakenikeni package centers on the cottage with kitchen, tables and chairs, and Mound access, and seats up to 65 guests. The banquet hall features exposed dark wood beams and open-air trade wind ventilation, with views of Kāne'ohe Bay. Event areas are closed to the public during rentals, providing privacy for weddings, celebrations, and private gatherings.

• Spaces for 20 Guests

Paradise Bay Resort sits on the waterfront of Kāne'ohe Bay on Oahu's windward coast, about 30 minutes from Waikiki and Honolulu. The boutique resort offers a quieter alternative to busier beachfront properties, with a bayfront setting framed by the Ko'olau Mountains and the calm waters of the bay. Suites and cottages range from studios to two-bedroom configurations, many with direct bay views, giving guest groups a private and residential feel. Complimentary kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkeling gear; three floating docks; an outdoor pool and hot tub; and weekday yoga sessions on the water make the resort well-suited for groups seeking an active, nature-focused retreat. A conference room accommodates intimate meetings, and the resort team can arrange special occasion services — including birthdays and anniversaries — for guests wishing to celebrate during their stay.

• Spaces for 50-800 Guests
• 4 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Historic Space
• 4 Total Spaces

Sea Life Park Hawaii has welcomed guests to Oʻahu's southeastern shore since 1964, combining marine conservation, education, and distinctive event venues on one breathtaking coastal property. Set at the foot of the Koʻolau Mountains near Makapuʻu Point, the park overlooks Mānana (Rabbit) Island and the historic Makapuʻu Lighthouse — a backdrop that makes it one of Hawaiʻi's most visually striking settings for private events. The park offers multiple outdoor venues suited for weddings, corporate events, birthday celebrations, and private parties. The Meadows, the largest space, features 28,000 square feet of open grounds with a production-scale stage, grass lawn, roofed pavilion, and a thatched-roof bar — accommodating up to 600 guests for seated dinners and 800 for concerts or standing events. The Beachboy Lanai provides an indoor-outdoor terrace setting with year-round breezes and views of the sea lion habitat and Dolphin Lagoon. The Seaside Gardens and St. Catalina Seaside Chapel offer intimate ceremony settings perched against sweeping Pacific panoramas. In-house catering and alcohol service are available, and park admission and interactive marine encounters — including dolphin and sea lion experiences — can be incorporated into event packages.

• Spaces for 30 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Garden
• 1 Park

Koko Crater Botanical Garden is a 60-acre public garden established in 1958 within the sheltered basin of a 200-acre volcanic crater on the eastern side of O'ahu. Managed by the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Parks and Recreation as part of the Honolulu Botanical Gardens system, the garden specializes in rare and endangered dryland plants, cultivating collections from Africa, the Americas, Hawaii, and Pacifica across nine distinct sections organized by region. A two-mile self-guided loop trail winds through the crater's inner slopes, offering an immersive setting unlike any conventional indoor venue. The garden is open daily from sunrise to sunset and admission is free. Wedding ceremonies and permitted gatherings can be arranged through the city's parks department, accommodating up to 30 guests in this distinctive outdoor setting. Commercial photography and group educational programs are also available by permit.

• Spaces for 12-450 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Ballrooms

The Kahala Hotel & Resort is Oahu’s reigning luxury resort. Located on a secluded beach, this legendary hideaway in Honolulu’s plush Kahala district is a favorite with presidents, international royalty, and celebrities. From the moment you arrive, you will know you are somewhere truly special. Indulge in five-star service and timeless Hawaiian hospitality. We provide a complete resort experience. From the family getaway to the digital nomad, our tropical beach resort is built to suit your needs. With its secluded waterfront location and exceptionally appointed rooms, The Kahala Hotel & Resort is an unforgettable setting for a wedding, honeymoon or romantic escape. Set just 10 minutes away from Waikiki Beach with views of Diamond Head, in the coveted Kahala neighborhood, our luxury wedding venues will delight whatever your celebration. And, our legendary service is always on hand to take care of all the details. Discover a full list of our wedding venues, from the enchanting Waialae Ballroom for grand receptions, to the stunning panoramic ocean views at Plumeria Grove–a favorite for intimate vows. All-inclusive wedding packages are available to make the most of a Hawaiian destination wedding, with special group rates for you and your guests, exquisite catering, photography and more. Plan your perfect day at the award-winning Kahala Hotel and Resort.

• Spaces for 25 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Waterfront
• 1 space at this venue

Liliʻuokalani Botanical Garden occupies land once owned by Queen Liliʻuokalani, Hawaii's last reigning monarch, who donated it to the City and County of Honolulu for public enjoyment. Maintained by the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation, the garden is dedicated exclusively to native Hawaiian plants and features a scenic waterfall set among lush tropical greenery. The garden is open to the public daily from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is free to visit. City permits are available for weddings, photography sessions, and group gatherings, making the grounds a natural backdrop for intimate ceremonies and outdoor celebrations in Honolulu.

• Spaces for 420 Guests

Pagoda Hotel has been an enduring part of Honolulu since the 1960s, welcoming guests to a home-from-home set among tranquil Japanese-inspired gardens and world-famous koi ponds. Located in the heart of Honolulu near Ala Moana, the 199-room hotel balances its deep local heritage with a recently refreshed modern island-style design — all grounded in genuine aloha hospitality. The hotel hosts weddings, milestone celebrations, corporate gatherings, and community events, with capacity for up to 400 guests across its rooms and gardens. The koi ponds and lush gardens create a romantic, distinctly Hawaiian setting that has served as the backdrop for private celebrations for decades. Flexible meeting spaces are also available for smaller professional gatherings. Amenities include an outdoor pool, complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and the Pagoda Restaurant, which serves island-inspired breakfast daily. The hotel is fully ADA-accessible and centrally located near the Hawaii Convention Center, Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall, and Ala Moana Beach Park.