WRAP UP THE YEAR WITH HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS AT WARD VILLAGE
Discover jolly entertainment, one-of-a-kind gifts and activities for all ages during the season of giving
HONOLULU, HI — ‘Tis the season to be jolly at Ward Village®, the award-winning destination in the heart of Honolulu to live, shop, dine and explore. Kamaʻāina and visitors alike can experience the magic of the holidays as the neighborhood transforms into a winter wonderland with a variety of activities and entertainment, special shopping events, sweet treats and more.
“Ward Village is the place to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, spend quality time with family and friends and feel festive,” said Taylor Herring, General Manager of Ward Village. “We look forward to helping the community find joy and holiday cheer this season.”
Ward Village's 2023 holiday activities include:
Merry Entertainment
Strolling Musicians (Saturdays & Sundays, starting Dec. 2-3)
Join for some holly jolly fun as strolling musicians fill Ward Village with the festive sounds of your favorite holiday songs from 2 to 4 p.m. every weekend in December. Learn more here.
Elf Scavenger Hunt (Dec. 1 - Dec. 15)
Make it a festive family-affair for a chance to win a $100 gift card to your favorite store or restaurant. Discover hidden toy elves throughout Ward Village, snap photos, and share them on your social media using #ElvesAtWardVillage. Ten winners will be announced on Instagram during the weekend of December 15. Additional Elf Scavenger Hunt rules may be found here.
Aloha Friday Night Holiday Music Series (Fridays, Dec. 1 - 29)
Watch your favorite holiday tunes come to life with a holiday-themed light show at the South Shore Market courtyard. Local artists such as Alx Kawakami, Evan Khay, Kawika Kahiapo, and more will perform live music every Friday in December from 5 to 7 p.m. View the complete lineup here.
Holiday Light Show (Dec. 1, 8, 9, 15, 22 & 29)
Enjoy a festive display of holiday-themed lights and animation at the South Shore Market Courtyard from 6 to 9 p.m.
Holiday Celebration (Dec. 9)
Experience a charming festive celebration at the South Shore Market Courtyard from 5 to 7 p.m., featuring a holiday light show, hot cocoa, treats, cookie decorating, activities and more. All offerings are complimentary while supplies last. Find out more here.
A Holiday Workshop Wonderland
Explore a range of complimentary holiday-themed workshop designed for hands-on creativity, offering the opportunity to craft handmade memories this holiday season.
Ornament Making & Cupcake Decorating (Dec. 2)
Visit Rock Candy Hawai‘i at South Shore Market to learn about crystals and craft a holiday ornament, while supplies last. Every participant will receive a complimentary gift card to use in 2024.
Add a touch of frosty charm to your holidays with Sugarlina’s snowman cupcake decorating workshop at Ward Centre, while supplies last.
Handmade Holiday Cards & Ornament Making (Dec. 9 from 1 to 4 p.m.)
Share the ultimate keepsake and create a handmade holiday card with MORI by Art + Flea at South Shore Market.
Discover eco-friendly crafting at For Simple Sustainability in Ward Centre, and create a DIY ornament workshop using upcycled materials, while supplies last.
Intention Spray Making & Gingerbread House Building and Cookie Decorating (Dec. 16 from 1 to 4 p.m.)
At South Shore Market, join Rock Candy Hawaii to craft your travel-sized intention spray. Choose an intention from a range of essential oils and coordinating crystals and receive a gift card for 2024.
Build festive creations at Sugarlina in Ward Centre with Mini Gingerbread House and cookie decorating (RSVP required)
Manifestation Bottling (Dec. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m.)
Prepare for the year ahead and elevate your manifestations with Rock Candy Hawaii at South Shore Market. Craft a mini manifestation bottle that encapsulates your goal for 2024, complete with herbs and crystals. Every participant will receive a gift card for use in 2024.
'Tis The Season Of Giving
Gift of experience (Nov. 1- Nov. 30)
As a thank you for supporting the Ward Village community, customers who spend $200 or more at Ward Village retailers from November 1 – 30, will receive a gift of two tickets to the Honolulu Museum of Art. Find more information here.
Toys for Tots (Nov. 17 - Dec. 8)
Bring the magic of the holidays to life for local children by dropping off new, unwrapped toys at Ward Village’s donation bins marked around South Shore Market or Ward Centre. Learn more here.
Senior Giving Tree (Nov. 17 - Dec. 10)
In partnership with Catholic Charities Hawai‘i, the Senior Giving Tree is a heartwarming holiday tradition that has fulfilled over 12,000 wishes for seniors. Visit Logos Bookstore, Whole Foods Market, or TJ Maxx to select an ornament with a meaningful “wish” for a senior in need. View more details here.
Picture Perfect Holiday Photo Ops
Seasonal Photo Opportunities (Nov. 17 - Jan. 2)
Make this holiday season unforgettable by capturing fun and festive photos in front of Ward Village's holiday-themed displays located throughout South Shore Market, Ward Entertainment Center, and Ward Centre.
Holiday Décor (Nov. 24 - Jan. 2)
Experience the festive island-style atmosphere at Ward Village, with music, holiday decor, shopping, dining and vibrant celebrations all in one place.
One-Stop Holiday Shopping & Tasty Treats
Bloom! Garden + Art Festival (Nov. 18 & 19)
Discover plant and flower displays and explore over 50 unique vendors offering a wide range of items, such as handcrafted goods, pottery, plants from local nurseries, and more, at the East Village Shops and Ward Centre from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more here.
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday (Nov 24 - Nov. 25)
Check off your shopping list while spreading holiday cheer by supporting local businesses at Ward Village. Read more here.
Holiday Lounge (every Friday through Sunday, starting from Nov. 24 - Dec. 24)
Take a break from the hustle-and-bustle of shopping, and enjoy the convenience of gift-wrapping services, watch a holiday movie, or participate in fun games, at Ward Centre, next to Noa Noa. View the lounge’s hours here.
Art + Flea Urban Market (Nov. 25 & 26; Dec. 9 & 10)
Discover the perfect gift and explore a wide variety of goods from over 100 talented local creatives, including fashion, art and vintage items at East Village Shops next to Nordstrom Rack, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Preview the event here.
First Saturday (Dec. 2)
Treat yourself to complimentary bagels with spiced date schmear from Tali’s Bagels & Schmear, starting at 1 p.m., while supplies last. Discover more here.
Gingerbread Days (Dec. 9 & 10)
Celebrate a cherished holiday staple and enjoy gingerbread-themed offerings at participating retailers, restaurants and eateries throughout the neighborhood. Visit Ward Village’s website for participating retailers and restaurants.
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 a 60-acre master planned community by Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. in the heart of Honolulu, located between downtown and Waikīkī. Honoring the distinct history of its land, Ward Village is at the forefront of sustainable community development—integrating striking architecture, culture and arts, and public open space. At full buildout, the community will include thousands of homes and approximately one million square feet of unique retail in what Architectural Digest named “Best Planned Community in the United States.”
As a result of strong demand for new housing in urban Honolulu, Ward Village quickly sold out its first seven mixed-use residential towers—Waiea®, Anaha®, Ae‘o®, Ke Kilohana®, ʻAʻaliʻi®, Kō‘ula®, and Victoria Place®—transforming the popular shopping and dining district into a thriving urban neighborhood that offers ocean views and open space, including its newest outdoor gathering place, Victoria Ward Park. New residential buildings in development or under construction include Victoria Place and Kalae®. Since launching public sales in July 2021, The Park Ward Village® has become the fastest-selling market tower in the history of Ward Village. Approved by the Hawaiʻi Community Development Authority (HCDA) in 2021, The Park Ward Village and Ulana Ward Village® will be the newest mixed-use developments to join the neighborhood.
As a LEED-ND Platinum-certified master planned community, Ward Village demonstrates its commitment to responsible, mixed-use development by investing in public benefits and amenities for Honolulu’s urban community. For more information, visit http://www.wardvillage.com/.
About Howard Hughes Holdings Inc.
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. owns, manages, and develops commercial, residential, and mixed-use real estate throughout the U.S. Its award-winning assets include the country’s preeminent portfolio of master planned communities, as well as operating properties and development opportunities including: the Seaport in New York City; Downtown Columbia® in Maryland; The Woodlands®, Bridgeland® and The Woodlands Hills® in the Greater Houston, Texas area; Summerlin® in Las Vegas; Ward Village® in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi; and Teravalis™ in the Greater Phoenix, Arizona area. The Howard Hughes 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. Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange as HHH. For additional information visit www.howardhughes.com.
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