WARD VILLAGE® ANNOUNCES ANNUAL HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
Events and activations celebrate families, community giving, and local entertainment
HONOLULU, HI – Throughout the months of November and December, Ward Village® welcomes kamaʻāina and visitors to celebrate the holidays with a variety of events and activities in its award-winning 60-acre master planned community in the heart of Honolulu. This year sees the return of beloved traditions like the Aloha Friday Holiday Music Series, Elf Scavenger Hunt, and Senior Giving Tree in its 29th year of dedicating gifts for Hawaiʻi’s kūpuna.
“This time of year brings new opportunities to gather, celebrate, and share in the joy of the holidays at Ward Village with festivities and meaningful ways to give back to our community,” said Taylor Herring, General Manager of Ward Village. “From our ʻohana to yours, Ward Village’s team and tenants cherish the chance to provide an environment where you can create memorable experiences that reflect the spirit of the season as well as the spirit of our neighborhood.”
Ward Village’s 2025 holiday activities include:
FESTIVE FUN FOR ALL AGES
Aloha Friday Holiday Music Series (Dec. 5, 12 & 19)
Get into the rhythm of the holidays with Ward Village’s Aloha Friday Holiday Music Series. Enjoy live performances by local favorites including Alx Kawakami, Ei Nei, Kawika Kahiapo, Bobby Moderow Jr., Tiara Gomes and Kalaʻe Camarillo, set to festive lights and holiday cheer in the South Shore Market Courtyard. View the full lineup here.
First Saturday at South Shore Market (Dec. 6)
Kick off the holiday season at Ward Village’s December First Saturday. Head to the South Shore Market Courtyard to enjoy complimentary treats from Kamitoku Ramen, available starting at 1 p.m. while supplies last.
Holiday Celebration (Dec. 13)
Experience the magic of the season with an evening of festive lights, live music, hot cocoa, holiday treats, and family-friendly activities in the South Shore Market Courtyard from 5 to 7 p.m. All offerings are complimentary while supplies last.
Elf Scavenger Hunt (Dec. 1–15)
The elves are back at Ward Village! Explore the neighborhood to spot these playful holiday visitors hidden in shops, courtyards and festive displays. Capture your finds, share them on social media with #ElvesAtWardVillage and enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card to your favorite store or restaurant. Fifteen winners will be announced on Instagram on Dec. 16. Additional rules about the scavenger hunt may be found here.
CELEBRATE THE SPIRIT OF GIVING
Gift of Experience (Nov. 1 – 30)
Shop, dine, and play at Ward Village! Customers who spend $200 or more at Ward Village retailers from Nov. 1–30 will receive two complimentary tickets to Consolidated Theatres at Ward. Receipts can be validated during business hours at Paul Brown Salons and Crazy Shirts in Ward Centre or House of Mana Up in South Shore Market, while supplies last. Learn more here.
Toys for Tots (Nov. 17 – Dec. 8)
Help spread holiday cheer to our islands’ keiki by donating new, unwrapped toys at collection bins located within South Shore Market and Ward Centre. Find out how you can donate here.
Senior Giving Tree (Nov. 17 - Dec. 8)
The Senior Giving Tree returns to Ward Village, continuing a 29-year tradition of brightening the holidays for kūpuna across Hawai‘i. Visit Logos Bookstore, Whole Foods Market or T.J. Maxx to select an ornament featuring a heartfelt “wish” from a local senior in need. Presented in partnership with Catholic Charities Hawai‘i, the program has fulfilled more than 12,000 wishes and continues to grow through the generosity of the community. View more details here.
WRAP UP YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday (Nov. 28–29)
Check off your holiday shopping list while supporting local businesses at Ward Village. Discover unique gifts, seasonal specials and thoughtful finds across the neighborhood during Black Friday and Small Business Saturday.
For tips on parking, shopping and more at Ward Village this holiday season, visit www.wardvillage.com.
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About Ward Village®
Ward Village is an award-winning Howard Hughes community in the heart of Honolulu, located between downtown and Waikīkī. Named “Best Planned Community in the United States” by Architectural Digest, the 60-acre Ward Village has evolved into a thriving mixed-use neighborhood, combining expansive open green spaces with striking architecture to deliver high-quality housing, culture and arts, and popular shopping and dining options. Honoring the distinct history of its land, Ward Village is a LEED-ND Platinum-certified master planned community, committed to responsible, sustainable development and investing in public benefits and amenities for the Honolulu community. Ward Village quickly sold out its first eight mixed-use residential towers—Waiea®, Anaha®, Ae‘o, Ke Kilohana®, ʻAʻaliʻi®, Kō‘ula®, Victoria Place®, and Ulana Ward Village®. New residential buildings in development or under construction include The Park Ward Village®, Kalae, The Launiu Ward Village®, ‘Ilima Ward Village and Melia Ward Village. For more information, visit WardVillage.com
About Howard Hughes Communities™
Howard Hughes Communities, the real estate platform of Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH), develops, owns, and operates the nation’s premier large-scale master planned communities and mixed-use developments. The company’s award-winning assets include The Woodlands®, Bridgeland® and The Woodlands Hills® in Greater Houston; Summerlin® in Las Vegas; Teravalis™ in Greater Phoenix; Ward Village® in Honolulu; and Merriweather District® in Columbia, Maryland. The Howard Hughes Communities portfolio is strategically positioned to meet and accelerate development based on market demand, resulting in one of the strongest real estate platforms in the country. Dedicated to innovative placemaking, the company is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. For additional information, visit communities.howardhughes.com
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