Although slightly controversial (what progress isn't controversial in Hawaii) , the Victoria Ward Park Makai is beautiful and a nice addition to the Ward Village community area. Beautifully landscaped and a really peaceful walk and then over the bridge to Kewalo Basin. The park and bridge is meant to be meandered, not just a straight shot to the other side. Hopeful that the main Mauka park will be open this year, which will bring many events to the area and invigorate the area. read more

ward villages - please do better and not punish responsible dog owners too. I hope you can find a happy medium for everyone since it was promised that this was going to be a dog friendly development. its disheartening to see that they pay for security guards to actually shoo people with dogs off the grass when they could probably use this towards something more efficient or better around the actual shops or theft in the parking lots during holiday seasons. I've seen other pet friendly communities add pet waste stations and more trash bins which i think would really help keep the area clean. even small patches of grass would greatly improve the area too, because the lack of it shows and some areas are really dirtier than others because of it. They also tend to throw events but these particular parks no longer allow pets. I was able to carry simba in a bag which they didn't mind, but i don't think thats fair for people with larger dogs. I hope they can at least make a one time exception when they at least do something like this because a lady tied up her dog nearby in eyes distance just to stand in line for something. It's absolutely hot right now and overheating can happen along with them being stolen. it just takes a few minutes for it to happen. Please do better and find a happy medium for everyone. read more

Update: Dogs are no longer allowed on the lawn, which is honestly a little disappointing. There is so much space for families to play and picnic on both sides of the street, but dogs can't go on any part of the grass. The smaller portion of the park closer to Ala Moana Blvd was my dog's favorite place to sniff and enjoy the sun, so I'm very sad that we'll have to now find somewhere else for her to explore. read more

Victoria Ward Park - Parks Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Sightseeing in Honolulu, Hawaii... We just wanted to cross the pedestrian bridge that spanned the six lanes of traffic over Ala Moana Boulevard. We didn't know that we would end up at Victoria Ward Park! I believe that this park moved and has changed! There was a little stream running through it. Ae'o Bird sculptures were scattered in the stream. Curved pathways were wide and smooth. Lush greenery make this space a haven between all of the condos and construction! There are tables and benches for outdoor dining. Kiosks for vendors were closed at this time. Music played through the hidden speakers in the foliage. read more

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From Victoria Ward Park the park is a lush green area with lots of trees and plants with a walkway connecting to the over pass bridge going into Kewalo Basin. From there you can access the food trucks at Kewalo basin or continue walking into Ala Moana Beach park. read more

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We can always use another park in Kaka'ako, however, this new Makai side Victoria Ward park is really small, I can walk around the entire park in two minutes. There is a water pond, a couple of hut like stands by the street, it could be use by some venders in the future. If you walk up on the pathway, it will lead to a bridge that across Ala moana Blvd. read more

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After a year of welcoming dogs and creating a warm, thriving neighborhood community, Ward Village has now banned dogs from this park. And they've deployed security guards to enforce their policy. My own dog doesn't like grass, so it wouldn't normally be that big a problem for us, but I was walking past the park with my dog on the way to the Kakaʻako Farmer's Market and this security guard was clearly eyeing us up suspiciously, like he was waiting for us to step on the grass so he could intervene. It was uncomfortable, like I was being profiled for having a dog. On our way back from the market, we saw the same security guard, standing in the middle of the grassy area on a large rock, seemingly surveilling the park for canine criminals. The park was pretty empty, especially the area around the security guard--because, like, who wants to hang out in a park with security breathing down your neck, making you feel unwelcome?? For folks who might point to the off-leash dog park a few blocks away as an alternative, I'll just say that not all dogs do well in off-leash parks. Some are afraid, some are reactive to other dogs, etc. The vast majority of parks in Hawaiʻi prohibit animals. It really would have been nice to keep this park dog-friendly--and I especially wish the security guards weren't such jerks. read more

This is a hole open in Park smack dab in the middle of Ward. It's quite popular for dogs, walkers and dog meet ups. The grass is green and lush, they keep it well-kept. There's trash cans, trees for shade. This is a popular place for people to walk their dogs. I've gone to a couple dog events at this park as well. read more

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Victoria Ward Park makes you certainly think outside the box. This fairly decent sized lush patch of greens centrally located in the midst of major revamping of the Ward area has hung on thankfully home to many events throughout the year. My earliest memories is the Light Garden back in 2018 and really wished it was back as I was so in love with the whole concept and it's beauty. Home to many Instagrammable backdrops, Chinese lanterns hung for the lunar new year, picnic spot for the once Kaka'ako Farmers Market across the former Ward Warehouse area or just bring our pups and fam for a leisurely time. This December 2022 is home to the check in location for the Honolulu Lights Tour going on right now thru Christmas Day @holidaylightshi which me and my bestie took full advantage having to park near by at the Ward Entertainment, have a bite prior and walk conveniently to check in all within walking distance. It's never a dull moment though in various transitions it's slowly falling into place and between all the madness this adorable little park bursts in more ways than you know. Thank you! read more

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The Victoria Ward Park was created as a green space for the community of Ward Village. It replaced the Ward Farmers Market where Marukai Wholesale and REAL Gastropub were formerly located. This open park has been site to many Ward Village sponsored events such as the Light Garden by Symmetry Labs, HIFF movie premieres, Kona Nui Nights and Yoga Classes. In the past, the Ward Village Courtyard at the former IBM Building was the venue where many of these community events were held. However, since this neighborhood has been growing due to the opening of more of its newly built condominiums as well as more Ward Village's announcements of interesting events, this park is being more used to handle the larger crowds. There are no restrooms except for when events are held... portable toilets are usually set up. When free movies are shown, Ward Village will set up folding chairs based upon Eventbrite ticket reservations. For the complimentary Thursday yoga sessions, it's highly recommended that you bring your own mat at towel plus dress appropriately. Other events are generally controlled to prevent overcrowding and respect for personal space. It's an enjoyable open space to enjoy events sponsored by Ward Village under the beautiful Hawaiian skies, day or evening. read more

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VWP is designed to engage the community as the new center of Ward Village. Also known as Honolulu's Open-air gathering place. That include the Korean & Rice Festival w/c was celebrated in here on the past months. This 1.5 acre park which situated at 1020 Auhi Street is also a nestling hub for several yoga classes & Kona Nui Nights. It is right next to Ward Entertainment Center. Convenient if you're from their after watching movie at the cinema. ~ This park don't have any shade so if you noticed, no one hangs around noon time unless there's an event happening. No public restrooms available, unless again if there's an event present in here. ~ But sure enough, whoever will notice this park will enjoy those green space and just wanna hang out if shade is present. The island of Oahu is pretty blessed enough to have plentiful parks around. Indeed they provide more of it to spread the Aloha spirit vibes all around the island. ~ Mahalo & HAPPY JUANDERING fellow yelpers! read more

Victoria Ward Park - Parks Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

It's nice with all the development going on that the community has some green space available. Definitely a contrast between the green grass, palms tree, and the ocean and the partially completed structures and constructions cranes. Parking is across the street where the former ward warehouse was, I'm unsure about the development there, another mixed use project. Some of the appeal of the Victoria Ward Park is that you have a view of the Kewalo basin extending out into the ocean and sunset. It wouldn't be that nice if it was shrouded in shadows in skyscrapers. Anyway been here before for the art installation during the winter holidays with a field of sequenced lighting. I forgot what it was called. But thats probably the first event I attended there after the Ward Farmers market was demolished. But they've been ramping up events and incorporating into the whole Ward villages community extending from Ward ave to the South shore market. They still do the farmers market but it looks like a lot of it is held in the former ward warehouse lot using tents. This week's cinema in the park caught my attention because it was Spider-man: Into the Spider-verse which I though was a great animated feature. They had a tiny costume contest which winners got tickets to the HIFF festival which was one of the sponsors of the event. I'll be looking out for the next Cinema in the park which is ongoing once a month. For this event, if you brought in a receipt from a restaurant you ate at before the show you got upgraded to front row seat, so we had some Buca di Beppo. They also have been holding numerous food events like the Korean Festival last week and some fitness events too. It's fun because its central to everything in the area and there's always new additions. read more

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The great thing about living on Oahu is that public parks are plentiful and we have awesome weather year round! Victoria Ward Park is right next to the Ward Entertainment Center, where Dave & Buster's and Consolidated Theaters are located. It's really easy to miss this park if you're just driving by, but as of late Victoria Ward Park now hosts it's larger events and festivals here. It gets really hot in the daytime because there isn't any shade, but it's a fun outdoor space for events in the evening. read more