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    Neal S Blaisdell Center

    3.8 (230 reviews)
    Closed 7:45 am - 4:30 pm

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    Pierce the veil concert
    Lauree T.

    Went here for a pierce the veil concert and it was AMAZING!! Been an avid blaisdell goer for concerts like pitbull and I am so grateful we have this venue to host big artists. Even though the show was sold out everything moved very fast and the production was amazing. There was no issues and the medics were also very tentative to my friend and helped her a lot.

    Emil C.

    This was the venue used for the Hapalua Half Marathon race expo in 2026. It was easy to find near the intersection of Kapiolani Blvd and Ward Ave. If you want to walk, the distance from Waikiki is about 2 miles. If not, you can take either the #2 or #13 bus. The venue was clean, spacious, and more than adequate to handle the size of the race expo. However, it was definitely showing its age.

    Maxine P.

    Have enjoyed our experiences at the Blaisdale Center. First of all it's easy to park, which is close to the concert hall. There are drink and food venders outside for pre show snacks. Seats are easy to find and comfortable. We've never had bad seats there for viewing the different shows whether it was a musical or performance by a bad or musician. The only fault I can find is they need more bathroom stalls for women.

    Kaipolani B.

    May 1, 2026 The evening began with beauty-- with music that seemed to rise and breathe, wrapping the room in story and spirit. Kamalehua - The Sheltering Tree unfolded like a living memory, each note carrying emotion, each lyric rooted in something deeper than words. Inside the Blaisdell Concert Hall, I felt both present and carried-- drawn into a world shaped by voice, culture, and care. And yet, there was another kind of feeling-- a definite chill that settled in, unexpected, lingering in the balcony air where I sat. It pulled me slowly out of the moment, made distance where there had been connection. So I left at intermission-- not because the performance lacked beauty, but because my body could not stay where my heart wanted to be. Still, I carry what I witnessed: fragments of song, echoes of meaning, and the reminder that even a brief encounter with art can leave something lasting behind. NOTE: BUT, my personal experience was unfortunately cut short. I was seated in the balcony (Row H, the front row), and the AC was blowing cold!!! The temperature there was extremely cold--uncomfortable. I wasn't prepared for it, which made it difficult to stay focused and fully enjoy the performance. I ended up leaving during intermission, which was disappointing given how much I was enjoying the opera itself.

    Lisa P.

    Went to many events - latest one was Lifesurge. It was well organized. Good air conditioning. Busier than I expected but still got a good seat. Enjoyed the Benham brothers talk on their success.

    Fairly organized shopping area
    Mel N.

    I attended Foodie Con 2024 and was so happy I did! I got to taste so many different places I did not know about on the island! It was crowded, but not so crowded that you were being pushed everywhere. People are very nice and accommodating! But lots of things that I probably didn't need lol! But enjoy the fair and probably will be back again next year. Would have really loved a map of the listing of vendors and where they were located!

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    Jackie K.

    Went to the Hawai'i Market Expo / trade show at the NBC. Long lines were kept organized with bordered and poled walk in ribbons barriers. Area was clean outside and inside. Lots of parking available but at a price $8.00. Security all over the event outside and inside.

    Irene M.

    What a difference a year makes!! A year ago my review was for my COVID vaccine!! Now I'm here for Foodie Con gathering all vendors food and food related lovers unite together in one roof with no restrictions for all to feast and support local. Here with my bestie we ate at Island Sausage she loved it so much had four this day lol!, French Macarons from Nature Macarons, Strawberry Lemonade and Matcha Lemonade at I "heart" Buns, Vegan Tofu Katsu at Peace Cafe, I spun the wheel and got a tote from Costco while she purchased a bamboo cutting board and did a load of shopping it was a retail therapy day and beyond. Normalcy is something we did take for granted and supporting local here is a great feeling, thank you to everyone that made it so much fun!! Thank you!

    Lorrie G.

    AMERICA! My husband bought us tickets so yes I'll go! Little did I know pitbull was performing same night one door over! Ahhhh it's ok I still enjoyed myself. Sitting next to someone who smelled like a brewery. He was toasted before America came on. I had water my husband.had a cup of beer. Overall the concert hall was alright. Seats are like the old theater seats. 1 thing I would tell them to improve is the temperature. As more people entered you can feel the cold air getting warm, warmer and just not cool enough. It got better towards the end of the night 4 stars for it was ok but I think I would've enjoyed pitbull!!! Lol

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    Cindy B.

    I just want to give a HUGE shout out to the ladies directing traffic in the women's restroom! They keep the line going and flowing. There is no guessing if the stall is in use or if you're about to miss the end of intermission. THANK YOUUUUUUUUU!!

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    Ross T.

    They had a function for Great Aloha Run and A seniors fair which was very interesting and informative with lots of company selling running shoe to hydration products pretty much everything a runner could be looking for. They also had some items for seniors needing Medicare information and some health products. They have an Area area at that time the Greatest Circus was going on. The convention center was for the Great Aloha Run and Senior fair. The concert hall did not have anything going on good thing or parking would have been a problem. The ponds outside is brackish water so there were some large ulua and parrot fish and mullets and a huge barracuda and lots of tilapia.

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    Mahalo Trixie! Best seats. And awesome positive attitude! And excellent customer service. Your aura and aloha glows!!!

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    Where is good handicapped parking at Blaisdell?

    All Handicap Stalls are located first level of the parking structure towards the middle section.

    Places to eat nearby?

    Asahi Grill, Jack in the Box, McDonald's, Akira's Japanese, Morio's Sushi

    Best place to park? other than Blaisdell Center, next Friday night

    At the parking garage on the Diamond Head side of the building, used for both the Center and Concert Hall, last time it was $8:00 for event parking.

    Parking is it only cash?

    I am not 100% sure it's cash only. I am sure I saw a few people handing a card to pay one time... I bring cash though. Rates went up so it's now $8 for event parking.

    Where is the best place to drop off and pick up a handicapped person?

    The best place would usually be by the roundabout, located by the Exhibition Hall on Ward Ave - closest to the main Box Office.… 

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    SideBar

    (25 reviews)

    Great venue! Rusty was a pleasure to deal with when booking. Lots of parking and overflow is across…read morethe street and free! It was almost perfect! The bar is a plus because we didn't have to bring alcoholic drinks, and everyone was happy with the good prices! Four stars because we did not care for the bartendress. She was the only staff on hand and could improve on her people skills. She may have been a good bartendress... I do not know! Mahalo, Rusty! This won't stop us from coming back.

    We've attended as well as hosted parties at SideBar and it has to be one of the best places to hold…read morea party that has 75-150 people. Personally I think 100 people is the perfect count for this place - not too crowded but not empty. Rusty who is the POC for hosting parties there is always responsive, flexible and kind. The staff is also very accommodating and helpful. The first time we booked was back in 2023 and it was when they were first opening up as a venue. Prices were super reasonable in 2023. We booked another party in 2025 and prices were still very reasonable. We decided to cater through them for our party. I was a tad skeptical but was proven wrong. For a party of roughly 75, we ordered just one pan of each thing and it was more than enough. We had the fried noodles, fried rice, short rib, smoke meat, chicken wings., lumpia and fried ahi. The food was Ono!! It was so good that we thought about catering from them even if we don't have a party there. I think his name was Clyde or Klein who cooks the food - bolohead guy. I think the only take away is that you have to keep the doors closed for AC which makes sense but if you have a jumper outside it's hard to see and the kids will keep going in and out. Overall, a super great venue to hold parties with great staff.

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    Makaloa Ballroom and Events Center

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    The manager has been constantly lying under my post, saying that there wasn't drugs found! YES…read moreTHERE WAS.! We also had kids at our event! Which was 100% not accept! Yes, we were intoxicated, but enough to comprehend that this place would never be rented by us again! This place is 100% needs to be shut down and I will do everything in my Will to make sure that this happens! This place is an illegal After Hours drinking spot. Look them up on TikTok to see what I am talking about and how their staff acts! After having a conversation with the management, he then fired his staff on the spot because of what has been going on! Stop lying! Because I am not going anywhere! This was 100% unacceptable and you did nothing to make it right that night! The sound system went off, the AC was shut off and we stayed in a freaking hot ass room! The back room where we went to speak to the staff about this. Where we were told to speak to the staff about this had people high off of their mind passed out.! super sad environment! This place is not for families to rent! We have to send the management back his contract for him to know what was on there! He had no idea that the set up was from 8 to 11. When we got upstairs, we were told to set up and they would clean after we left to go home and get ready.. we set up in a dirty place! Super SAD! Nothing about this place screamed professional! NOTHING!

    Recently rented the venue for a team bonding lunch from noon to five pm received a contract…read moreexplaining rules of the venue was very simple Once in the venue it was very clean workers were very accommodating helping us with any problems we came across I would recommend this place honestly was a genuine experience Thank you from Me and my team at ASG

    The Pineapple Patio - Decorate your soul

    The Pineapple Patio

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    Mo'ili'ili

    I remember reading Yelp Reviews for The Pineapple Patio and thought what a trendy idea. I wanted to…read morecheck out the Pineapple Patio and had this place bookmarked. This was a year ago, I didn't get a chance to until recently. I wanted to check out Sweet Mango's showroom which happens to be at The Pineapple Patio. From what I read, they do pop up events at The Pineapple Patio. The location of The Pineapple Patio is on South King St. right after the pet hospital and Central Pacific Bank. Stay on your far left lane as South King St. is one way. Make a left when you see State Farm Insurance. What I dislike about this place is the parking lot. Parking is very limited and very tight. I had a hard time parking my vehicle and hard time getting out. Once you find parking, you hit the buzzer for your pop up business and someone will come down to open the glass door for you. Walk up the stairs and you will see all the different vendors. During my visit to The Pineapple Patio, I had to pick up my son and was in a rush. I didn't get to browse around to the other vendors. What caught my eyes were all the plant and succulent across of the Sweet Mango's showroom, I wanted to check it out but had to leave right after. I will check it out when I have more time. Sweet Mango's products and showroom is so neat and organized. I loved the pineapple design prints on most of the merchandise, it is so nice and colorful. I had to get a pineapple print Turkish towel in green for me and a towel for my mom for Mother's day. Besides Sweet Mango Hawaii, some of the Vendors at the event were Tidepool Love, Kahulale'a, Aloha Dreamboard, and The Writing Desk. I read that it is best to check Instagram/social media's Pineapple Patio page for the upcoming events. What a great idea and great place to get your shopping done!

    Checked out the Pineapple Patio at a Wedding Cafe workshop and it was impressive! Used to be the…read moreKupono learning center but now transformed into something modern and fresh. Look for the pineapple sign on the left side of King Street. There are about 10 parking stalls underneath the patio and street parking on King Street. This place is used for small start up businesses such as clothing and jewelry. It's a good place to have pop up events on the open patio or in their room. Another thing that I'm thinking about is possibly holding a bridal shower here in the future. Looks like a perfect venue to rent out and cater food at. (Not necessary to get catering, but definitely an option) They also rent out their furniture and plants that they have showcased around the patio. Super cute place and hope to be back soon!

    Paki Hale

    Paki Hale

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    Diamond Head

    Parks and Rec does a great job managing this piece of property. The grounds are safe, clean and…read moreneatly maintained. Inside, the basement has been converted to office space, the upper floors are modestly furnished with folding tables and chairs and made available to the public for meetings or gatherings.

    As a child, I remember admiring and wondering who lived in this estate that borders Kapiolani Park…read more It was once known as the Winstead House that was built around the early-1900's. The estate was huge as it included horse stables, garages for horse-drawn carriages (later for automobiles), surrounded by undulating and well-manicured landscaping. The estate once extended from the intersection of Diamond Head Road and Paki Avenue to Kapahulu Avenue, around where Jefferson Elementary now stands. Back in 1992, the house was dedicated to the City and County of Honolulu. During 2003 - 2006, the C&C did a lot of renovation to the property and had a lot of concerns about its maintenance and use. Prior to its dedication by the Winstead descendants and the C&C renovation of this property, the Diamond Head Neighborhood Board held community meetings or gatherings. This property was also used as a backdrop to some local television shows..uh, anyone remember Magnum P.I.? To date, I don't know whether or not they have been permitted to continue using the space as such. Currently, there are offices that occupy its basement area by the Parks & Recreation administrative staff. All I can say is that if I worked in this facility, it would be very difficult to get any work done. I'd be wowed by the cool, gentle breezes, sunny blue skies and close proximity of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach. But, that's what makes this property perfect for the Parks & Recreation to own and manage! #306

    Ward Village Courtyard

    Ward Village Courtyard

    (28 reviews)

    Ala Moana

    Place is AWESOME!!! I totally forgot about this location for events too! Shoots!…read more They can hold over 300 people sitting side by side for a screening, move or even music or dancing. But they can also rearrange a sitting arrangement so there is open areas for people to stand and mingle. Then they have the lounge area. That's our favorite! The couches are enormous and the set up is immaculate! They had floor walkers and escorts who helped everyone find seats or direct them where to go. That's as a good thing. Usually m, people have to figure out what to do or where to go at these events, no?! Lol. But this was a once in a lifetime experience for us and it was AWESOME! Of course my son didn't want to watch himself on screen, but, we all loved it! He did well. In fact, they ALL DID! Every single film was done excellent! I wish we could've stayed for the whole thing, but unfortunately we had to leave early because the kids had school the next day. So we left around 9pm. Maybe next time we'll have a better chance in watching our son on screen again. Soon! For sure... Ok that's about it! OH! And the restroom! Oh my... it's an experience to have. Lol! It's amazing! One door for ALL to enter. Then as you pass the main door, your in the lobby of the restroom. Like they have in fancy theaters or auditoriums or hotels. Yup! Only difference is, there's no seats or chairs to lounge on. There's a long marble counter top with about 5 individual sinks. Each side accessible for anyone to wash up. Mirrors along the wall. And then the MENS DOOR for their restroom is on the left and the WOMENS on the right. Ever the bathroom stalls were cozy. Toilet seats were nice and comfy, not those public restroom toilets. But the hotel kine. Just without the extra fancy buttons. It's definitely somewhere anyone should go and see. Especially when they host an event there. OK NOW IM DONE! Thanks for reading! Have a good one! A hui hou MALAMA PONO and

    This Courtyard is like a chameleon!…read more It becomes an outdoor ice Skating Rink in the Hawaiian "winter"; changes into a open-air movie theater on the second Thursday of the month when the weather is warmer; and converts to a concert venue on the third Wednesday of the month during the spring, summer, and autumn. At other times, people enjoy this space as a Yoga studio/art gallery. Ward Village makes really good use of this area. Chairs are set up for the movies and concerts. A gigantic tent is erected when the weather is suggesting rain. Otherwise, the audience enjoys gentle trade winds, silhouettes of palm trees, and views of fluffy clouds, gorgeous sunsets, and sometimes... the silvery moon. There's a water feature on the far side of the courtyard, so if the sound bothers you, sit nearer to the entrance and away from the wall. Most events are free - just look for the community events online and print out your tickets! If the event you're interested in is a Brunch, the fee will be posted an you'll get a chance to try specialties of local restaurants, using a ticket system. There's ample free parking nearby and a beautiful, clean restroom on the ground floor of the "IBM Building". The co-ed sinks are a great idea for efficient use of this facility! Check it out!!!

    Oahu Veterans Center - Hall

    Oahu Veterans Center

    (33 reviews)

    ***4.5 STARS*** The…read moreother month I was invited to a so-called "retirement" party that ended up being a celebration of a blessed marriage with family and friends. This is a dear former colleague of mine where I saved the date. When I formally received the invitation I saw the venue and asked myself "Where is that?" Oahu Veterans Center (OVC) is a conveniently located venue in the Salt Lake area which has 2 large halls to host gatherings. They are adjacent to ample parking where it was super crowded that day but the grounds were marked to facilitate overflow of cars for those who arrived later. It was my first time here at OVC where I found the venue spacious, clean and the grounds well kept. I initially went to the wrong party as I didn't know there are several halls here. While standing in line I realized it was for a high school graduation party which clearly wasn't the event I was invited to. I made my way to the other hall where I saw a large banner with my friend's name. There's a kitchen that's adjoining to the hall. Food that evening was catered by Guieb Cafe. Our meal was buffet style where the kitchen sure came in handy with food being replenished periodically throughout the event. It was warm outside that day but the venue has decent air conditioning where we sat down in comfort throughout the event during dinner, slide show and hula performances. Overall, a great first time at OVC where I'd be game for a return visit. This is definitely a venue I'd consider if I wanted to host an event.

    We went there for a birthday party, we almost went to the wrong place thinking of the veteran hall…read moreoff sand island. This one is located in the salt lake area and the name is Oahu Veterans Center the other off sand island is the Disabled Veterans Center. We were surprised when we got there it has a park and large parking area. The hall is air conditioned and the hall was clean with large restrooms located outside of the hall. They brought in their own food and pupu and they had shave ice, pop corn, cotton candy, pork hash and full bar! Restroom was clean and handicap accessible.

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