Waikiki New Year's Eve Luxury Countdown Party & Buffet at the Halekulani Hotel (12/31/2024)
Experience the best 2024 New Year's Eve in Hawaii with a deluxe celebration in the heart of Waikiki at the luxurious Halekulani Hotel ballroom. Not only will you ring in the 2025 Honolulu New Year in the lap of luxury, but you will also enjoy a mouthwatering gourmet dinner buffet crafted by the island's top chefs, complimentary sparkling wine, red and white wine, and soft drinks, fun and exciting giveaways with fantastic prizes, and the best views of the Oahu New Year's Eve fireworks show from the Pool Deck overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Diamond Head. New Year's Eve Prize Giveaway List Celebrate the New Year, and you could take home a prize to start 2025 with a bang! One (1) $200 Halekulani gift card One (1) $100 Halekulani gift card Five (5) $50 Halekulani gift cards 27 bags of exclusive Halekulani coffee Five (5) beautifully crafted Halekulani teddy bears New Year's Eve Gourmet Buffet Dinner Menu On the Table • Dinner rolls, butter will be placed on each table Passed Appetizers • Salmon Mousse • Meat Ball • Mini Quiche Easy & Light • Mixed Greens Salad, Tarragon Vinaigrette, Lilikoi Sesami Vinaigrette, Thousand Island • Kamuela Tomato Mozzarella, Shaved Maui Onion, Basil, Capers, and Pesto • Crudité Platter, Bagna Cauda Dip, Guacamole, Ranch • Whole Grain Mustard Potato Salad, Bacon • Assorted Italian Cold Cuts, Mixed Olives, Cucumber Pickles • Assorted Sushi Maki, Inari, California Roll, Soy Sauce, Wasabi Seafood Bar • Nairagi - Hamachi - Sashimi, Wasabi, Soy Sauce • Shrimp Cocktail – Lemon, Cocktail Sauce From Our Bakery • Selection of Domestic Cheeses, Grapes, Chutney, Local Honey • Lavish, Baguettes • Poi Dinner Rolls Sliced Assorted Breads • House Potato Chips, Homemade Boursin Dip Chef’s Carvings • Carving Station • Roasted Prime Rib Au Jus, Creamy Horseradish Hot Items • Steamed Catch of the Day, Sesame Oil, Soy Sauce, Ginger, Shitake, Chinese Parsley Coulis • Roasted Garlic, Anchovy Pasta • Chicken Dynamite • Assorted Roasted Vegetables • Chef Shaden’s Kim Chee Fried Rice • Roasted Garlic Truffle Mashed Potatoes • Seafood Medley Toshi Koshi Station (self-serve ; 21:00 - 22:30) • Soba noodles Hot Dashi Soup • Shichimi • Green onion • Shrimp Tempura Desserts (21:00 - 22:30) • Halekulani Coconut Cake • Tiramisu Cheesecake • Strawberry Mousse Tart • Green Tea Black Sesame Opera Cake • Fresh Fruits Premium Coffee & Tea Station • Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Selection of Premium Teas • Assorted Milks and Accompaniments Bottomless Drinks (All you can drink) At Ballroom: Sparkling Wine, Red & White Wine, Beer, Soft drinks At Pool Deck: Sparkling Wine, Soft Drinks, Coffee, Tea
Days of Week
Tue
Duration
4.5 hours
Adult (ages 12+)
USD 395.00
Child (ages 2-11)
USD 215.00
Infant (ages 1 & under)
USD 0.00
Highlights
Highlight #1
Ring in 2025 in Hawail with the ultimate VIP experience at the luxurious Halekulani Hotel
Highlight #2
Countdown to 2025 with live music, a gourmet dinner buffet, and premium party favors & prizes
Highlight #3
The dinner buffet features sashimi, prime rib, locally sourced charcuterie and more
Highlight #4
Enjoy amazing views of the Waikiki fireworks spectacular from the comfort of a pool deck
Highlight #5
Conveniently available in the heart of Waikiki with ample valet and self-parking available
Outline
Schedule
Pickup / Checkin
19:45
Check-in at the Halekulani Ballroom
From the moment you arrive, you will begin the best New Year's Eve celebration in Hawaii while enjoying a delicious gourmet dinner buffet, open wine bar featuring sparkling, red, and white wine, prize giveaways, live music, and perfect views of the fireworks show as the clock strikes midnight!
20:00
Seating
20:00 - 20:30
Appetizers
The butler will serve appetizers.
20:00 - 22:00
Dinner Buffet (2 hours)
Take your pick from a wide variety of deliciously crafted dishes made by some of the top chef's in Hawaii. From a juicy hand carved prime rib, fresh sashimi, and countless types of different desserts, there is something for everyone at the New Year's Eve dinner buffet.
20:00 - 21:00
Live Hawaiian Music (1 hr)
Listed to the relaxing sound of Hawaiian music performed live. The beautiful music of ukulele and guitar are the perfect compliment to a delicious Pan-Pacific buffet. Listen and learn about Hawaii's unique culture as you watch these incredible local musicians share songs of the islands of Hawaii.
20:00 - 22:00
Picture Taking
21:00 - 22:30
Japanese New Year Soba Noodle and Desserts Service (1.5 hrs)
It is a Japanese tradition to have soba noodles at New Year's Eve since the long noodles represent longevity. The staff of the Halekulani would like to present this custom to all of their New Year's Eve guests so that they can enjoy a hot and delicious bowl of soba noodles with broth and shrimp tempura.
21:45 - 22:15
Prize Giveaway (30 mins)
As the time ticks ever closer to midnight, enjoy a quick break for some prizes! The prizes range from gift cards worth hundreds of dollars to adorable original Halekulani teddy bears only found in Hawaii.
22:30 - 23:30
Live Entertainment (1 hour)
While the dinner service winds down, sit back and enjoy more live entertainment and have the time of your life as you sip on your drink and enjoy a show.
23:30 - 23:45
Moving to Pool Deck
23:45 - 0:00
Countdown & Fireworks Viewing with Standing Cocktail Reception
With only 30 minutes left till midnight hour, make your way to the Pool Deck for the best views of the fireworks show off of the Waikiki coastline. Watch as the skies come alive as fireworks sparkle & shine over the ocean, and wish all those around you a "Hauoli Makahiki Hou" or a Happy New Year!
0:30
Closing
Checkin Times / Locations
19:45
Halekulani Ballroom reception desk located on the 2nd floor of the Halekulani Hotel
Plan Information
What's Included
- Halekulani Full Buffet Dinner
- Free Drinks in Ballroom ( Sparkling Wine, Red and White Wine, Assorted Beers, Soft Drinks)
- Free Drinks at Pool Deck ( Sparkling Wine, Soft Drinks, Hot Coffee, Hot Tea)
- Souvenir group photo (one photo per reservation)
- Prize giveaways
- Party favors
- Children under 2 years old are free (no seat/no meal)
Restrictions
- This activity is wheelchair accessible.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
What to Bring
- Elegant evening wear for the ladies and long or short sleeved collared shirt with slacks (long pants) , covered shoes is required for the gentlemen. (NO t-shirts, jeans, shorts, tank tops, or flip flops)
- A valid government-issued photo ID is required to check in at the reception desk and to consume alcohol.
Additional Info
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay a parking fee.
- Prize giveaways are not guaranteed and will be determined on the evening of the activity.
- Children under 2 years old are free (no seat/no meal)
- Please be advised that you will be seated at a table with other guests. Dining seating arrangements will be pre-assigned by the hotel. Seat assignments are not on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cancellation Policies
0%
30 days before to 12:00
After 12:00, 30 days before
100%
Participation Date