Illustration of a christmas market scene (Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace)
Christmas Markets

Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace

Visitors can browse nearly 300 booths showcasing island-made arts, crafts, apparel, and holiday gifts. The event features festive seasonal décor and family-friendly exhibitors offering a wide variety of local food and one-of-a-kind creations.

What to Expect

Nearly 300 booths featuring Hawaiʻi-made gifts, crafts, and local food.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Special Events Hawaiʻi

Food & Drink

Vendors offer a wide variety of local foods.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Holiday shoppers and families

Vibe

Festive and local

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Neal S. Blaisdell Center
777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Honolulu, HI
96814

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: Sat., Dec. 12, 2026: 9 am - 7 pm; Sun., Dec. 13, 2026: 9 am - 5pm.
  • Parking: Parking is available at the Blaisdell Center.

Tips & Advice

  • Use the King Street gate, which is the main entrance to the Blaisdell parking structure, or follow Victoria Street straight in from the H-1.
  • Pay for in/out privileges when you park if you plan to drop off purchases at your car and come back to keep shopping.
  • Bring your holiday gift list, because nearly 300 booths of Hawaiʻi-made products make it easy to cover everyone in one trip.
  • If the structure fills up, try the metered public parking behind the municipal building, with entrances on Alapai and Beretania.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I shop for?

Nearly 300 booths sell Hawaiʻi-made arts, crafts, apparel, holiday gifts and one-of-a-kind creations.

Is there food?

Yes. Local foods are part of the marketplace, along with the gift booths.

Is it good for families?

Yes. The exhibitors are family-friendly, and the hall is decorated for the season.

Where do I park?

The Blaisdell Center has a two-level parking structure. Enter from King/Victoria Street or Kapiolani Boulevard. Metered public parking is behind the municipal building between King and Beretania, and there's a commercial lot at 439 Kamani Street.

How can I become a vendor?

Email specialeventshawaii@gmail.com with your contact information, a product description, your social media accounts and product photos.

Tags

holiday marketfamily friendlyhandmade craftsartisanal productsfestive foodholiday shoppingcommunity celebrationlocal artisansseasonal activitiesholiday tradition

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team