On November 18, 2023, the Honolulu Night Market, presented by Hawaiian Airlines®️ Bank of Hawaii World Elite Mastercard®️, returned to the district of Our Kaka‘ako as thousands of people joined in celebration. It was another epic event full of highlights!
The Hawaiian Airlines®️ Bank of Hawaii World Elite Mastercard®️ Lounge at The Barn – Our presenting sponsor was joined by their partners at The Barn at SALT in Our Kaka‘ako. Guests had the opportunity to shop the latest trends from Hawaiian’s partner brands, taste amazing treats, and a chance to win 175,000 HawaiianMiles.
Bradda Z at The Main Stage – Joining us from the island of Kaua‘i, comedian and social media sensation Zavier Cummings (@howsdisguy) kept things lively from Auahi Street to Keawe Street, where he proceeded to make people ‘buss laugh’ throughout the evening. The stage at Coral Street highlighted our Fall Fashion Show, featuring local designer Laha‘ole Hawai‘i’s newest Lei Pīkake Holiday Collection launch, and live performances by members of the Haku Collective.
With Bradda Z on the mic, laughter filled the air.
The Haku Collective highlighted the islands’ rising stars and next generation of local musicians.
Laha‘ole Hawai‘i made their dream fashion show debut beneath the bright lights in Our Kaka‘ako.
The Waiākea Stage at Kaloko‘eli Courtyard – Professional softball star, gold medalist, and Kamehameha Schools alumna Kama Dung partnered with Hilo’s Waiākea Hawaiian Volcanic Water’s Kōkua Initiative to host a food and donation drive in support of the Hawai‘i Foodbank at the Kaloko’eli Courtyard. They were joined by Dillon Pakele & Friends, who performed at the Waiākea Stage while Kama led giveaways throughout the evening, including a skanking contest, where possibly the first ever backwards skank was performed!
Kama Dung
Local music sensation Dillon Pakele headlined an evening of music in the Kaloko‘eli Courtyard accompanied by his friends and fellow musicians.
Live on Keawe and Auahi Streets – The Food, the Shopping, the Fun – Over 80 vendors joined us as the streets were packed with people looking to try new creations, enjoy classic faves, and get a start on holiday shopping!
On behalf of Kamehameha Schools and the Kaiāulu ‘o Kaka‘ako Association (KOKA), mahalo to all who stopped by and a special shout out to our event sponsors and partners!
From our ‘ohana to yours, wishing you a happy Holiday Season, and we’ll see you soon in Our Kaka‘ako!
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