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Honolulu after dark
Slack-key at sunset in Waikīkī, then jazz, karaoke and cocktails in Chinatown.
Nights on Oʻahu start early. The best of it is at sunset in Waikīkī, when the hotel bars bring out slack-key guitarists and hula dancers, and much of it is free with a drink.
After dark, Chinatown is where the bars, small clubs and late music are.
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EThe editorsLive music, Waikīkī to ChinatownHawaiian music at sunset on the beach, then jazz and late bars in town.8 placesHalf a dayWaikīkī & Diamond HeadHonoluluUse this list →
EThe editorsChinatown after darkFive bars within two blocks of Hotel Street, for a night out without a car.6 placesHalf a dayHonoluluUse this list →Questions people ask
Where can I hear Hawaiian music in Waikīkī?
House Without a Key at the Halekūlani, the Mai Tai Bar at the Royal Hawaiian, Kani Ka Pila Grille at the Outrigger Reef and Duke’s all have live Hawaiian music most evenings.
Is Chinatown safe at night?
The bar blocks of Hotel Street and Nuʻuanu Avenue are busy on weekend nights. Stay on lit streets, walk in a group late, and take a ride share back.
What time are the Friday fireworks?
The Hilton Hawaiian Village fireworks are on Fridays at 7:45 p.m.