I will officiate a wedding ANYWHERE ON OAHU! Below is a list I have curated of beaches around Oahu with notation of if a use permit is required for that beach location. I provide links to videos I have taken at beaches when available. Keep in mind most beaches are busy on weekends but you can have the beach practically to yourself on weekdays.
Choosing a location for your ceremony can be overwhelming because there are so many amazing options available. I am happy to provide specific location suggestions to couples based on the couple’s ideas of their ideal background after their deposit to have me officiate the ceremony has been paid.
Beaches and Parks Around Oahu
🌊The state of Hawaii requires a use permit at some, but not all beaches. I note which beaches require a use permit on this page as well as my rate to officiate a wedding at each beach. An additional fee of $50 is charged for ceremonies on beaches and parks that require a use permit and I will obtain the use permit for your ceremony.
Nimitz Beach
West Oahu – Ewa Beach, Kapolei
My rate is $200 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Pu’uloa Beach
Pu’uloa Beach (Ewa Beach)
https://youtu.be/LvaCLqNrL_8 https://youtu.be/lV6XcW0YO6g https://youtu.be/3rdnbiuN2X0 https://youtu.be/eo-rzXfLWcI https://youtu.be/AIIBVeIPlCU https://youtu.be/F5FXxEv2NCM https://youtu.be/hm2D2886IyY https://youtu.be/yPFN-MXvTNo
Oneula Beach
Oneula Beach(Ewa Beach)
Only recommended on weekdays. Crowded on weekends. No bathrooms at this beach.
https://youtu.be/I9ijdPe5Vjw
Iroquois Point Beach
Iroquois Point Beach (Ewa Beach) Private beach, permit required from homeowners association.
https://youtu.be/oXGNNPOcHIk
https://youtu.be/cEM2CwCGH2U
Kapapapuhi Point Park
Kapapapuhi Point Park (Ewa Beach)
This is a neighborhood park that is located on the West Loch of Pearl Harbor. There are walking paths around the park, fishing piers, picnic tables and pavilions. It is a nice spot for a picnic, to go walking, and for a wedding! There are many colorful bougainvillea bushes, palm trees, and unique looking trees that make nice backdrops for photos along with the panoramic view of Honolulu and Pearl Harbor. The park is open 7am-7pm daily with ample free parking and bathrooms.
Pohakupuna Beach Club (Ewa Beach)
This is a private event venue with secluded beach located in a residential section of Ewa Beach.
https://youtu.be/pYfEkhVH3As
Lanai Love Garden at my Kapolei Office
Lanai Love Garden (Kapolei)
I offer a simple wedding ceremony in my office Lanai Love Garden located in Kapolei. This is a video of my Love Garden.
https://youtu.be/s2P71T-2P6U
White Planes Beach (Kapolei) Permit Required and Military ID required
This is a military operated beach. No military id is required for access to the beach but to have a wedding or other gathering a military id is required to acquire the event use permit.
Eizenhower Beach (Kapolei)
This beach is no longer accessible without hiking after access road closed.
Nimitz Beach
Nimitz Beach aka Kalaeloa Beach (Kapolei)
Only recommended on weekdays. Crowded on weekends. No bathrooms at this beach.
https://youtu.be/p_WQYNuKsBI https://youtu.be/8dGTgp-54pM https://youtu.be/SWvTHUoNsE4 https://youtu.be/YQ8ArzA6jv4
https://youtube.com/shorts/O0gBql7M_GY https://youtube.com/shorts/p_WQYNuKsBI
Rainbow from Nimitz Beach https://youtu.be/voKRmbVQen0
Nimitz Dunes Beach https://youtu.be/LqC6_EBhTTs
Nimitz Beach Secret Cove
Nimitz Beach Secret Cove (Kapolei)
This is a hidden gem with stunning coastal views and a secluded beach cove. Walking on uneven rocks to access the hidden cove is required. Not accessible during high tide. This is a popular spot for locals on weekends.
https://youtu.be/HZMuxE3CxX4 https://youtu.be/OmuBXmas7qI https://youtu.be/AvQkv5buk4c https://youtu.be/EbOgMWQjVbc
Barbers Point Beach Park
Barbers Point Beach Park (Kapolei)
This beach park is in the industrial area known as Campbell Industrial Park. This is a hidden gem amongst a lot of scrap yards and industrial businesses. The park is located next to Germaine’s Luau and is walking distance to the Barber’s Point Lighthouse. This beach is normally is used by fisherman and is normally not crowded. The bathrooms and showers are not operational.
https://youtu.be/zGCNVJIhed0 https://youtu.be/sf_3KFCPKfU https://youtu.be/8fCQoCajPUU
Four Seasons Resort at Ko’olina
Ko’Olina Resort Beaches including Secret Beach Lanikuhona (Kapolei)
Note: I am not permitted to officiate at any beach in Ko’Olina. I am only able to officiate at weddings with venues in the Ko’Olina resort properties with their permission. Check with your wedding coordinator at the resort to verify outside wedding officiants are permitted.
The only wedding services allowed to use the beaches at all Ko’Olina Lagoons or at the secret beach are the wedding planners, wedding coordinators and wedding officiates at the Ko’Olina Resort properties. No outside officiates or photographers are permitted on the premises. The beaches of Ko’Olina were man-made by the developers of the Ko’Olina Resort and they are able to restrict who has access for commercial activities. This includes Lanikuhonua’s Secret Beach located between Lanikuhonua (Paradise Cove) Beach on the north and Sacred Beach at Lanikuhonua in Ko Olina on the south. This spot is a hidden gem and is worth visiting if you are staying at or visiting the Ko’Olina resort area. Their is a path to the hidden beach from the main beach next to the Four Seasons Resort in Lagoon One. This is a video I took leading from the main beach to the secret beach
https://youtu.be/mp7H6okB_oI
Kahe Point Beach Park
Kahe Point Beach Park (Kapolei)
This is located next to Hawaiian Electric Park across from the Hawaiian Electric Power Plant. HECO pumps in sea water to use to cool their generators and then they pump the warm water back out to sea. The warm water attracts many fish and this is a popular location to go snorkeling. The shore break can make it challenging to get into and out of the water. This is a spot for strong swimmers only. There is a parking lot, picnic tables, bathrooms, and many locations that make great backdrops for a wedding ceremony from rock cliffs to the beach. FYI many locals refer to this beach as Electric Beach.
https://youtu.be/7rVD49NQPL0 https://youtu.be/dmpt3vvRdGA https://youtu.be/316E9R4EQV4 https://youtu.be/oNgQzHn6Xbk https://youtu.be/3IB8dD2mNlY
Hawaiian Electric Beach
Hawaiian Electric Beach (Kapolei)
Another name for Kahe Point Beach Park is Hawaiian Electric Beach or locals refer to it as Electric Beach. It is located across from the Hawaiian Electric Power Plant. There is a small strip of beach area. HECO pumps in sea water to use to cool their generators and then they pump the warm water back out to sea. The warm water attracts many fish and this is a popular location to go snorkeling. The shore break can make it challenging to get into and out of the water. This is a spot for strong swimmers only. There is a parking lot, picnic tables, bathrooms, and many locations that make great backdrops for a wedding ceremony from rock cliffs to the beach.
https://youtu.be/mirgC420iKU
Tracks Beach
Tracks Beach (Kapolei) Park Permit required.
https://youtu.be/mirgC420iKU https://youtu.be/mzWQlm-r6i8 https://youtu.be/oNBtwTDg9Ns
Manners Beach (Kapolei)
West Oahu – Nanakuli, Ma’ili
My rate is $275 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Nanakuli Beach Park (Nanakuli) Permit required.
Lualualei Beach Park
Lualualei Beach Park (Nanakuli)
This is a locals neighborhood beach park. There isn’t a large beach but it has beautiful coastal views and palm trees. There is a bathroom, showers and parking lot. Please note there are homeless encampments at the far ends of the beach park but there is a large area of the beach park open and a great spot for an intimate wedding or photos.
https://youtu.be/Ng-kc6pw5ys
Zablan Beach
Zablan Beach (Nanakuli)
This neighborhood beach is not usually crowded during the week but it is on the weekends. Parking lot, bathrooms, and showers.
https://youtu.be/sZ6eHSk7UiY
Depot Beach Park (Nanakuli)
This beach is heavily used on the weekends but during the week it is a great option for a beach wedding!
https://youtu.be/UjbdApXsdzE
Ulehawa Beach Park (Nanakuli)
This beach has a lot of homeless living at it and is not recommended.
Maili Point Beach (Maili)
Maili Beach Park (Maili) Permit required.
This beach is heavily used on the weekends but during the week it is a great option for a beach or tide pool wedding!
https://youtu.be/Al7eaJTQWWI
Mauna Lahilahi Beach
West Oahu – Waianae, Makaha, Yokohama Bay
My rate is $330 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Mauna Lahilahi Beach
Mauna Lahilahi Beach (Waianae)
This has a beautiful view of the bay. There are locations on the beach for a ceremony or it is a short walk on a trail to the rocks lookout where you can have privacy and exchange your views while surrounded by spectacular coastal views of West Oahu from the mountain to the ocean. No public bathrooms or showers. Street parking only.
https://youtu.be/VF5Ys3h4PeY
Pokai Bay Beach (Waianae)
This sheltered bay is popular for stand up paddlers, canoe paddlers and swimmers. This is a beach frequented by locals and is not normally crowded. There are beautiful views of the ocean and mountains. Bathrooms and showers at this beach. There is also another stretch of beach outside the Bay to the left of the parking lot.
https://youtu.be/n6CNJrHnIZ8
https://youtu.be/umC_O0Ywisg
Kea’au Beach Park (Waianae)
This park is busy on the weekends but is a nice option for weekday ceremonies. There isn’t much of a beach but there are some amazing tide pools with arches and tubes. The tide pools and spectacular scenery would make an amazing backdrop for a ceremony on the tide pools!
https://youtu.be/EwiRaaGCV-U
Makua Beach
Makua Beach (Waianae)
This is a hidden gem on the West side of Oahu with beach as far as you can see and hardly a person on it! The view of the ocean coastline and mountains from this beach is dramatic and spectacular. No bathrooms at this beach. Parking lot at this beach.
https://youtu.be/m5g8TfkNXHM https://youtu.be/ynz9SgIiJ_E https://youtu.be/KcPfbVSgXYg
Makua Beach Tide Pools https://youtu.be/VsU5ncCwrgY
A Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle on Makua Beach https://youtu.be/kwLDP7ucaTU
Keawa’ula Bay
Keawa’ula Beach at Keawa’ula Bay aka Yokohama Bay (Waialua)
This beach is located at the very end of the road on West Oahu. This bay is a remote beach enjoyed by locals mostly on the weekends. It is also known as Yokohama Bay. There are bathrooms and showers at the beach park. Where the road ends inside the beach park just past the parking lot there is a dirt road that leads into the wildlife preserve area of Keana Point which requires a four-wheel drive vehicle and is an area of the park that is more popular with hikers and fisherman.
Pearl City, Waikele, Waipahu, Mililani
My rate is $250 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach or park use permit fee if a permit is required)
Ala Moana Beach Park
Downtown Honolulu, Waikiki Locations
My rate is $275 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Ala Moana Beach Park
Ala Moana Beach Park (Waikiki)
Just outside of Waikiki across from Ala Moana Shopping Center is Ala Moana Beach Park. It is heavily used by locals on weekends, especially those who live downtown. During the weekdays it can be a great escape for tourists from the crowds of Waikiki without having to travel far. There are beautiful coastal views and lots to do in the park. The beach is wider in some areas than others and is rocky sand. It is a nice backdrop for a wedding or photos. Parking, bathrooms, showers, and concession stands at this beach.
https://youtu.be/DFFZHgPZgP4
Magic Island
Magic Island (Waikiki)
This is just outside of Waikiki across from the Ala Moana Shopping Center and is a man-made peninsula inside of Ala Moana Beach Park. This location offers views of Diamond Head, Ala Wai Harbor, surfers in action, Waikiki, Honolulu, the west coast of Oahu, and the Ko’olau Mountains. Most of Magic Island is a grassy park area with trees and picnic tables. There is a beach at the very tip of Magic Island. Each side of the peninsula offers a different amazing view!
https://youtu.be/iByTm_0vKTg https://youtu.be/77iDnlYVRzw https://youtu.be/W8v3vz4b9uo https://youtu.be/aUYoS8Hs9HI https://youtu.be/x4V0i7RoFJs https://youtu.be/qQpR-7maoR4
https://youtu.be/j79-PFfuPho https://youtu.be/Bi6kOAQKrII
https://youtu.be/fhRwlBO6dIo
Magic Island Harbor Beach
Harbor Beach at Magic Island https://youtu.be/zacZ7t-GkZo
Magic Island Tiny Beach
Tiny Beach at Magic Island
https://youtu.be/DImV-UOm8SM https://youtu.be/QJO1XI69z_k
Waikiki Beach
Waikiki Beach – Permit required at ALL locations.
Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon
Diamond Head End in front of Aston Waikiki https://youtu.be/eymvymyBadI
Kuhio Beach https://youtu.be/WEUhV-afe6s
At Duke Kahanamoku Statue https://youtu.be/iPkv9J1YAqs
Queens Beach
San Souci Beach
Waikiki Beach
Kapiolani Park Grassy Area with Diamond Head in the Background (Waikiki) Permit required.
Kapiolani Park Secluded Banyan Tree Nook (Waikiki) Permit required.
https://youtu.be/aSSOzLj0W94
Fountain with Diamond Head in Background (Waikiki) Permit required.
https://youtu.be/-d_G93-Xf44
Hale Koa Beach Front Lawn and Fort DeRussey Park (Waikiki) Permit required. Hale Koa is a military hotel located on Waikiki Beach next to the Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort. On the other side of the hotel is Fort DeRussey Park, a military park with a museum. This area has beautiful garden areas which make great backdrops for a wedding!
Makalei Beach Park
Makalei Beach Park (Waikiki)
This is a small beach located in front of Diamond Head. There is no parking. Park at Kapiolani Park and walk up sidewalk in front of Diamond Head. There are picnic tables and a park area. No bathrooms.
https://youtu.be/zA2zDPuZPfU
Leahi Beach Park
Leahi Beach Park (Waikiki)
Leahi is the Hawaiian word for Diamond Head and this beach park is directly in front of Diamond Head. There is not much of a beach but it is not normally a crowded park so it gives privacy. There is no parking at this park. Park at Kapiolani Park and walk up sidewalk to this park.
https://youtu.be/GeeM4D7IZPE
https://youtu.be/a7xmzL53nKQ
Kaka’ako Waterfront Park Coastline Promenade
Kaka’ako Waterfront Park (Honolulu) is a beautiful park with a paved walking path through rolling grass hills to a coastline promenade with fantastic views along the Honolulu coastline with a view of Diamond Head from one end of the park and Aloha Tower in the other end of the park.
Kaka’ako Waterfront Park View From Scenic Lookout Mound
There is also a scenic lookout mound at Kaka’ako Waterfront Park that gives a 360 degree view of the entire park and ocean coastline as well as the city line. There are many great locations to have a wedding ceremony and photos. Bathrooms, showers, and parking lot. Please note the gates for the parking lot are locked at 7pm.
https://youtu.be/wxw4FJIYznU
https://youtu.be/IiR7erZcRR8
Puu Ualakaa State Park (Tantalus Lookout)
Puu Ualakaa State Park aka Tantalus Lookout (Honolulu) Permit required.
Spectacular view above the city of Honolulu.
Kawaikui Beach Park
East Oahu Locations Aina Hina, Hawaii Kai
My rate is $330 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Waialae Beach Park
Waialae Beach Park and Kahala Beach (east of Waikiki) Permit required.
A popular location for weddings because of its proximity to Waikiki, Waialae Beach Park on Kahala Beach is less crowded and the views are tranquil and breathtaking. As you enter the park there is a bridge that leads to a grove of coconut palms. There are two sections to the beach area, a tiny island with palm trees off shore, and amazing coastal views. This is a popular spot for kite surfers and can be windy. There are bathrooms, showers, and limited parking. You usually have to wait for a parking spot inside the park. Not recommended for weddings on the weekend when it is the most busy.
https://youtu.be/d0VwJzJUvZw https://youtu.be/Qwtr12K4hzg https://youtu.be/vR_8GN43gHU
Kawaikui Beach Park
Kawaikui Beach Park– (located East of Waikiki in Aina Hina)
This is a beach frequented by locals, especially on weekends. It is a nice location for a weekday wedding ceremony.
https://youtu.be/tpmNKw3awZ0
Sunrise at Waimanalo Beach
Windward Oahu
Kailua and Waimanalo Bay Beaches are
PERMIT REQUIRED FOR WEDDINGS
🌊Every beach on Waimanalo Bay from Makapu’u to Point to Kapoho Point requires a beach use permit from the state of Hawaii to have a wedding at those beaches. To obtain a use permit a $1M Liability Event Insurance Policy and an application for permit plus fee must be submitted to the state of Hawaii. For an additional fee of $100 I will provide the use permit for couples who choose a beach which require a use permit. If you want a sunrise ceremony this is the area of the island that sees the sun rise.
My rate for this area is $375 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Lani Kai Beach
Lani Kai Beaches Permit required.
A spectacular backdrop but beware street parking will no longer be allowed along any street in Lanikai on weekends due to heavy traffic through Lani Kai on Saturdays and Sundays. You can access Lani Kai Beaches by parking at Kailua Beach Park and walking 10-20 minutes to one of the Lani Kai beaches.
Kailua Beach
Kailua Beach Park Permit required.
With its spectacular views, powder soft sand and gentle surf for swimming and wave board riding this is a popular beach, especially on the weekends. There are bathrooms, showers, and two parking lot areas. The parking fills up early on the weekends as people park in the parking lot for Kailua Beach Park and Lani Kai Beaches on weekends.
Kailua Secret Beach
Kailua Secret Beach Permit required.
Located down the beach from Kailua Beach but without the crowd.
https://youtu.be/Ly_fjpQg5sc https://youtu.be/jmHpquyHGmQ https://youtu.be/cysLSpDCHiE https://youtu.be/cnw30Nq09OI
Kalama Beach Park
Kalama Beach Park Permit required.
Down the coastline from Kailua beach. Weekdays this beach is not usually crowded but it can be on the weekends and holidays. This is a fantastic location for sunrise weddings. Bathrooms, showers and a small parking lot.
https://youtu.be/2gYvbygoZqs https://youtu.be/U6tME2Jp9B4 https://youtu.be/2T1o11Yxxn8
Kai One Beach
Kai One Beach Permit required.
Kai One Beach also known as Greenwalls is a hidden gem in Kailua that offers a spectacular panoramic view! The sand is powder soft white sand and the waves break off shore and gently lap the waterline. This is a beautiful backdrop for a picnic or a wedding! There are no bathrooms or showers.
https://youtu.be/7tukulAfdsI
Castles Beach Permit required.
Bellows Field Beach Park Permit required.
https://youtu.be/Ijz2Gix1zsA https://youtube.com/shorts/rxtnB54w8SI
Waimanalo Bay Beach Park
Waimanalo Bay Beach Park Permit required.
The perfect beach for sunrise and daytime weddings because of the palm tree lined beach with white powder soft sand, the bright blue ocean with calm lapping waves, the view of the two islands off in the distance, and impressive mountain range that frames the background.
https://youtu.be/nxpC5y1DY3M
https://youtu.be/7H0k7sSCebE
https://youtu.be/cEYWLaIpK5s
https://youtu.be/RFDW-FSxZEI
Sherwoods Beach
Sherwoods Beach Permit required.
The powder soft white sand beach is lined with iron wood trees and there is a spectacular view of the coastline. There are bathrooms, showers, and parking lot.
https://youtu.be/Vj7ODptFk90 https://youtu.be/RDwdBUXThrI https://youtu.be/DOxZGzdxpxo
Waimanalo Beach
Waimanalo Beach Permit required.
The powder soft white sand beach is lined with iron wood trees and there is a spectacular view of the coastline. There are bathrooms, showers, and two parking lots.
https://youtu.be/z_znuuQRmvI
Kaiona Beach Park Permit required.
Makapuu Lookout
Makapuu Beach and Makapuu Lookout Permit required.
Makapuu Lookout offers a spectacular coastal view above Makapuu Beach.
https://youtu.be/RLHzzpLYTjE
Windward – Kaneohe
My rate is $275 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden Kahua Nui Mauka
Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden (Kaneohe) Permit required.
This 40 year old garden is located in a valley in Kaneohe filled with tropical plants, trees and flowers. There are several different garden areas for ceremonies, some require hiking. There are scenic lookout points inside the garden offering panoramic views of Kaneohe Bay.
Kahua Nui Mauka https://youtu.be/PRLwSzqRxoM https://youtu.be/SDCjW5KA9Rc
Kilonani Scenic Lookout https://youtu.be/5ERgwHLKXos
Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden Fresh Water Lake
Ho’omaluhia Fresh Water Lake (Kaneohe) Permit required.
(I charge an additional $75 for the lake due to the hiking required.)
There is a 32-acre fresh water lake that requires a 10 minute hike and it can be muddy if it has rained recently. (Not recommended for anyone mobility challenged. )The lake offers several location options around it each offering a unique backdrop for a wedding. The lake is stocked with fish and there are ducks and other water fowl. The area is lush with wildlife and beautiful nature!
https://youtu.be/H4srgRerfHw https://youtu.be/19ppeGd6qGo
Kaneohe Beach Park
Kaneohe Beach Park (Kaneohe)
This is a neighborhood canoe launch park that offers spectacular views of Kaneohe Bay. There isn’t an actual sand beach. The bay is mostly calm with very small waves that gently lap against where the water meets the land. The park is a small area of grass with a parking lot, a playground and a bathroom. It is a pretty spot for an intimate wedding or photos.
https://youtu.be/ZBuJb_2A4rU
Kaneohe Boat Launch Park
Kaneohe Boat Launch Park (Kaneohe)
There is a boat launch in Kaneohe with a shoreline area that is perfect for an intimate wedding ceremony. It offers an amazing shoreline view Kaneohe Bay and the Ko’olau Mountains.
https://youtu.be/ETGmMh51HvM
Pyramid Rock Beach
Pyramid Rock Beach (Kaneohe)
This is a private military beach located on KBMC base in Kaneohe. Military id required to get access onto base and you must also sponsor me on.
https://youtube.com/shorts/jqkfZMRfJMg
Beach Next to Air BnB in Hau’ula
Windward – upper Kaneohe, Kaaawa, Hauula
My rate is $330 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Laenani Park (Kaneohe) This is a very small community park on the ocean. There are only five parking stalls and no other places to park. Although the views are beautiful this is not a good location for a wedding due to the limited parking.
He’eia State Park
He’eia State Park (Kaneohe) Permit required.
This venue has and outdoor stage and a banquet hall for receptions as well. There are cottages for the wedding couple to get ready in on premisis. The grounds are lush with tropical plants and flowers. The coastal and mountain views make an incredible backdrop for the ceremony. There is a short trail down to Ancient Fish Ponds and a path around the ponds.
https://youtu.be/HrZRxIOUJAM
https://youtu.be/nDaQmsKB9LM
https://youtu.be/u6GMCnYkMH8
He’eia Pier
He’eia Pier (Kaneohe)
He’eia Pier is locate in Kaneohe on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. Locals like to fish off the pier or go out on their boat from the pier. The pier gives a spectacular panoramic coastal view of Windward Oahu. There is a snack bar that sells ice cream, soft drinks and plate lunches as well as other snacks. Pontoon boat cruises and fishing tours leave from this harbor and can be hired as a wedding venue. There are public bathrooms located in the parking lot next to the snack bar.
https://youtu.be/TJEHd5m15OA
Kahaluu Beach (Kaneohe)
Waiahole Beach Park
Waiahole Beach Park (Kaneohe)
Kualoa Ranch Paliku Gardens
Kualoa Ranch Paliku Gardens (Kaneohe) Private venue.
This is a working cattle ranch that also operates tours and adventures on the very large property. This ranch is the backdrop in many movies that have been filmed in Hawaii including Jurassic Park. The ranch is located across the street from a beach. Paliku Gardens offers a private ceremony location with breathtaking views of the ocean, Chinaman’s Hat island, and the Ko’olau Mountains while being surrounded by beautiful tropical trees and flowers. They offer elopement and destination wedding packages.
https://youtu.be/croasp27Nz0 https://youtu.be/JrAvrmZaD2w
Kualoa Ranch Moli’i Gardens
Kualoa Ranch Moli’i Gardens (Kaneohe) Private venue.
Kualoa Ranch has a second garden on a private ocean front property not far from the main ranch. Moli’i Gardens offers a private ceremony location with a private ocean side cove surrounded by beautiful tropical trees and flowers. There are bungalows for the wedding party to get ready in and a covered pavilion for the reception. Kualoa Ranch offers elopement and destination wedding packages.
https://youtu.be/ynUQkCf7nDk https://youtu.be/R6x0ePGsrtk
Kualoa Regional Beach Park
Kualoa Regional Beach Park and Campgrounds (Kaneohe) Permit required.
This beach park has a breathtaking view of Chinaman’s Hat island and coastal views of Windward Oahu with the Ko’olau Mountains behind the beach park. This is a large beach park with several parking lot areas each with bathrooms and showers.
https://youtu.be/9S9x9pDu6s0
https://youtu.be/kFIL2k8qMb8
https://youtu.be/B237zJzKGjE
Kanenelu Beach
Kanenelu Beach (Kaaawa)
Swanzy Beach Park
Swanzy Beach Park (Kaaawa)
Kahana Bay Beach Park
Kahana Bay Beach Park (Hauula)
This bay is cradled between the mountains opening to the ocean which make for an amazing backdrop for the ceremony and in photos. There beach is a long stretch along the curve of the bay with a main parking lot area, a side parking lot just after you cross the bridge over the stream and there is a boat launch with another parking lot.
https://youtu.be/xOnilpcJnsM
https://youtu.be/lqymg2ZHhvg
Huilua Fish Pond at Kahana Bay
Huilua Fish Pond at Kahana Bay (Hauula)
https://youtu.be/AAQ_K6biZ-Y
https://youtu.be/l5ob8Jl5vlI
Punaluu Beach (Hau’ula) Permit required.
Kaluanui Beach (Hau’ula)
Makao Beach (Hau’ula)
Beach next to Air BnB in Hau’ula
Kapaka Beach (Hau’ula)
Kapalaoa Beach (Hau’ula)
Hau’ula Beach Park (Hau’ula) Permit required.
Kaipapa’u Point Beach (Hau’ula)
Kokololio Beach Park
Kokololio Beach Park (Hau’ula) Permit required.
There are Norfolk Pines that line the divide between the park and the beach. This coastal area is normally very breezy. There is a spot in the treeline that offers a bit of a wind break and is a great spot for a wedding ceremony. This beach park is good sized with two sections of parking lot each with bathrooms and showers.
https://youtu.be/h75msZKrk9g https://youtu.be/c_C7XXu5y1A
Kokololio Beach Park
North Shore ~ Laie, Kahuku
🌊Many beaches in the Laie and Kahuku area require a beach use permit from the state of Hawaii to have a wedding at those beaches. To obtain a use permit a $1M Liability Event Insurance Policy and an application for permit plus fee must be submitted to the state of Hawaii. For an additional fee of $100 I will provide the use permit for couples who choose a beach which require a use permit.
My rate is $375 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
La’ielohelohe Beach Park (Laie)
Pounders Beach (Laie)
Clissold’s Beach (Laie)
La’ie State Wayside (Laie) Permit required.
Temple Beach Park (Laie)
Hukilau Beach Park (Laie)
Malaekahana State Recreation Area on La’ie Bay (Laie) (hike required) Permit required.
Moku’Auia Beach (Laie)
Malaekahana Beach (Laie) Permit required.
Kahuku Golf Course Beach (Kahuku) Permit required.
Kahuku Beach (Kahuku)
Hanaka’ilio Beach (Kahuku) Permit required.
Kahuku Point (Kahuku)
Keiki Beach (Kahuku) Permit required.
Turtle Beach (Kahuku) Permit required.
Kuilima Point at Turtle Bay Resort and Waikalae Beach (Kahuku)
Turtle Bay Pillbox (Kahuku) (hiking required) Permit required.
Kawela Bay Beach Park
Kawela Bay Beach Park (Kahuku) Permit required.
Located near Turtle Bay Resort on the North Shore of Oahu. This curved bay beach is secluded and lined with palm trees and ironwood trees. Although the beach is located off the main road it is hidden and is not usually crowded. The reef in the bay diffuses the waves as it enters the bay and the water in the bay is normally calm even when the surf is large elsewhere on the North Shore. There are no bathrooms or showers. Located on Kamehameha Hwy across from Kuilima Farm Stand.
Pahipahi Alua Beach (Kahuku) Permit required.
Waialee Beach (Kahuku)
This is a small roadside beach with a parking lot area. No bathrooms or showers.
https://youtu.be/mNj-mMsSii8
Velzyland Beach (Kahuku)
Kaunala Beach (Kahuku)
North Shore ~ Waialua
My rate is $375 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Aweoweo Beach Park (Waialua)
Polo Beach (Waialua)
A beautiful beach fronting the polo grounds. No bathrooms or showers. Parking on the side of the road.
https://youtu.be/iGeDO4i4uF0
LOST Survivors Beach (Waialua)
This is the beach that the survivors camp scenes of the TV show LOST was filmed at 2004-2010. No bathrooms or showers. Parking on the side of the road.
https://youtu.be/jXDOb7_M7WM
Mokuleia Beach Park (Waialua) Permit required.
This beach is a popular spot for wind surfers and kite surfers because it is always breezy. There is a fantastic coastal view of the North Shore and the mountains. There are showers but only portapotty for restrooms.
https://youtu.be/9iMOm-8VU7g https://youtu.be/LY0V766lems https://youtu.be/jkv01X2aMAs
Kealia Beach (Waialua)
Mokulea Army Beach
Mokuleia Army Beach (Waialua) Permit required.
Down the road from Mokuleia Beach Park is this little known beach. The name “Army Beach” was given because of a military recreation center that was on the beach from 1970 to 1989 which you can only see the foundation of today. The beach is just across Dillingham Airfield and at the beginning of Ka’ena Point State Park.
https://youtu.be/4d99Ox0__j0
https://youtu.be/C8HJYHDL6KQ
https://youtu.be/Bg_zGQeDzxM
Sunset at Mokuleia Army Beach towards Ka’ena Point State Park
Ka’ena Point State Park (Wailua)
Ka‘ena Point Mokuleia Section is the North Shore access section of the Ka‘ena Point Natural Area Reserve at O‘ahu’s most northwestern point. Dolphins and whales (in season) can often be seen off shore in the early morning. There is a parking lot area at the trail head. There are many locations that would make a great backdrop for a wedding ceremony. Beware and use caution around nesting sea birds and turtles to not disturb or harm them.
https://youtu.be/c5gLx7EdRIw
https://youtu.be/bQdfptGDSQs
Haleiwa Ali’i Beach Park
North Shore Locations from Kaiaka Point to Sunset Point
🌊Most beaches from Kaiaka Point (just past Haleiwa Beach Park) to Sunset Point (just past Sunset Beach) require a beach use permit from the state of Hawaii to have a wedding at those beaches. To obtain a use permit a $1M Liability Event Insurance Policy and an application for permit plus fee must be submitted to the state of Hawaii. For an additional fee of $100 I will provide the use permit for couples who choose a beach which requires a use permit.
My rate for this area is $375 plus tax to officiate a wedding at any of these locations.
(not including beach use permit fee if a permit is required)
Sunset Beach Park
Sunset Beach Park Permit required.
Sunset Beach Park has a long and wide stretch of beach with amazing scenic views on the North Shore in Pupukea. There is parking on the street on the beach side of the road and more parking at the park across the street as well as bathrooms.
https://youtu.be/ta9-Vv4Uv_k
https://youtu.be/Y7qxGN1rLM8
‘Ehukai Beach Park
Banzi Pipeline Permit required.
Rock Piles Beach
Log Cabins Beach
Ke Iki Beach
Ke Iki Beach Permit required.
Kahawai Beach Support Park
Pupukea Beach Park Permit required.
Sharks Cove
Three Tables Beach
Circle of Flowers set up before a wedding at Waimea Bay Beach Park
Waimea Bay Beach Park Permit required.
Uppers Beach Park
Kapaeloa Beach
Chun’s Beach Permit required.
Laniakea Beach (aka Turtle Beach) Permit required.
Sunset Ceremony at Papa’iloa Beach
Papa’iloa Beach Permit required.
This beach has incredible views of the coastline. It is a popular beach at sunset. Access is through a neighborhood beach access with limited on street parking. No bathrooms or showers.
https://youtu.be/HEHOUOM8GIQ https://youtu.be/P01mbGHFhGA https://youtu.be/toyfoFjF0Io https://youtu.be/pTbjfE52ONQ
Kawailoa Beach Permit required.
Pua’ena Point Beach Park Permit required.
Hale’iwa Ali’i Beach Park
Hale’iwa Ali’i Beach Park Permit required.
https://youtu.be/dJiDHHxLtRs https://youtu.be/rwRe_jOVHk8 https://youtu.be/LitVNLHz2Eo
Kaiaka Bay Beach Park.
https://youtu.be/rDj6_AwOixQ
https://youtu.be/u2xTzdNW4nk
OAHU BOTANICAL GARDENS
Botanical Gardens also make spectacular backdrops for wedding ceremonies and there are several gardens on the island of Oahu. There is a usage fee on some and some are free to use, you need to apply at the garden for a usage permit in advance.
Wahiawa Botanical Garden (Wahiawa) FREE
Call (808) 621-5463 to request a free use permit.
Foster Botanical Garden
Foster Botanical Garden (Downtown Honolulu) FEE APPLIES
There is a per person admission charge for the garden with many rare and exotic plants and trees. You have a choice of many beautiful backgrounds for your ceremony. Call (808) 768-7135 to request a use permit.
https://youtu.be/Th9-T238ifc
Lili’iuokalani Botanical Gardens
Lili’uokalani Botanical Gardens (Downtown Honolulu) FREE
has a hidden waterfall in the heart of the city. The great lawn, plants, trees, and flowers make additional great backdrops for photos after the ceremony. Use permit required from Foster Botanical Garden. There is a parking lot. Bathrooms are closed. Call (808) 768-7135 to obtain a free use permit.
https://youtu.be/ZY7l6iDCSLs
Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden Kahua Nui Mauka
Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden (Kaneohe) FREE
This 40 year old garden is located in a valley in Kaneohe filled with tropical plants, trees and flowers. There are several different garden areas for ceremonies, some require hiking. There are scenic lookout points inside the garden offering panoramic views of Kaneohe Bay. Call (808) 233-7323 to request a free use permit.
Kahua Nui Mauka https://youtu.be/PRLwSzqRxoM https://youtu.be/SDCjW5KA9Rc
Kilonani Scenic Lookout https://youtu.be/5ERgwHLKXos
Ho’omaluia Fresh Water Lake
Ho’omaluhia Fresh Water Lake (Kaneohe) Permit required.
(I charge an additional $75 for the lake due to the hiking required.)
There is a 32-acre fresh water lake that requires a 10 minute hike and it can be muddy if it has rained recently. (Not recommended for anyone mobility challenged. )The lake offers several location options around it each offering a unique backdrop for a wedding. The lake is stocked with fish and there are ducks and other water fowl. The area is lush with wildlife and beautiful nature! Call (808) 233-7323 to request a free use permit.
https://youtu.be/H4srgRerfHw https://youtu.be/19ppeGd6qGo
Lyon Arboretum (Manoa) Has garden options for ceremonies as well as offers indoor facility rentals for ceremonies or receptions. FEE APPLIES
Senator Fong’s Plantation and Gardens (Kaneohe) FEE APPLIES
Oahu venues I have officiated Weddings at you may want to consider for wedding or vow renewal.
Wedding at Cafe Julia
Cafe Julia is located in downtown Honolulu next to Iolani Palace in a historic YWCA building. They provide a unique outdoor space for wedding ceremonies and receptions .
https://youtu.be/eOVh3NqOXmY https://youtu.be/GhAZGDootNk
Wedding at the Hale Koa Hotel
Hale Koa Hotel is a military hotel in Waikiki on the beach. Weddings can be held in front of the hotel, in several of the garden areas, in a ballroom, or outside at their gazebo.
Wedding on hotel room lanai at Hawaiian Monarch Hotel
Hawaiian Monarch Hotel – request a room with a large lanai facing the water or Diamond Head and have the ceremony on your lanai. video: https://youtu.be/5fjRVAyAOnY
Wedding in the park at Iolani Palace
Iolani Palace there is a park area to the right side of the palace that is a intimate spot to have a private ceremony. If you plan to have guests you will need to get a permit.
Kapila Gardens
Kapila Gardens in Waianae is an outdoor venue with a location for the ceremony and for the reception. video: https://youtu.be/32ry9RDOw00
Ke Iki Beach Bungalows
Ke Iki Beach Bungalows is beach front on the North Shore. Get married at the secluded beach in front of the bungalows.
Ko’olau Ballrooms Garden Venue
Ko’olau Ballrooms has a beautiful garden with water feature and trellis for the ceremony and a ballroom for the reception. The view of the Ko’olau mountains from the garden is breathtaking and makes a spectacular backdrop for the wedding.
https://youtu.be/AYrT7OgTZDs
Lanikuhonua Cultural Institute
Lanikuhonua Cultural Institute is a private event venue located in Ko’olina next to Paradise Cove with beautiful grounds, a beach front ceremony spot and tiki bar, spectacular beach side coastal views, and outdoor reception area with dance floor to celebrate after the ceremony.
https://youtu.be/G8VKDNvtUoY
Wedding at Lani Lea Chapel at the Prince Waikiki Hotel
Lani Lea Chapel at Prince Waikiki Hotel is a more formal wedding chapel setting with couches for guests to sit on during the ceremony. The view is spectacular through the floor to ceiling windows. https://youtu.be/yMv5DoqMlVA
Wedding at Loulu Palm Farm Estate
Loulu Palm Farm Estate is located on the North Shore. They have a great lawn that leads out to the beach and couples can have their ceremony ocean side and the reception under tents on the great lawn.
https://youtu.be/3RSiNUik9Fk
Male’ana Gardens
Male’ana Gardens in Kailua is a chic outdoor garden venue located next to Kailua Beach and a great location for small destination weddings. There is a tiki bar area for guests to relax before the ceremony. There is a ceremony area with seating for guests and an outdoor dining area for the reception. https://youtu.be/StqZHK9dC60
Manoa Grand Ballroom
The Moana Grand Ballroom is located just outside Waikiki and offers ballrooms for the ceremony and reception.
Neck Deep Tattoo
Neck Deep Tattoo say “I do!” Then get tattooed. Two meaningful tattoos are included in the ceremony.
https://youtu.be/9wcQJZOtwIw
https://youtu.be/RDdBRuyucp0
Oahu Veterans Center
Oahu Veterans Center is a economical location to have a ceremony and self catered reception. https://youtube.com/shorts/9VnI-fdm1UQ
Hawaii Okinawa Center
Okinawa Center has a beautiful water feature and garden area for the ceremony and a banquet hall for the reception.
https://youtu.be/79jG_CeoBBA
https://youtu.be/TzARAwDYgqk
Pearl Country Club
Pearl Country Club has an area on the golf greens with an arch for wedding ceremonies and the reception followed by a reception in one of their event rooms. https://youtu.be/zzGyESuiXnA
Backyard at Private Home
Private homes/beach houses in Waipahu, Black Point, Ewa Beach, Hauula, Kapolei, Pupukea, Nanakuli, Haleiwa. An alternative to renting a venue is rent a beach front house and have your wedding at the house or on the beach in front of the house. I recommend houses on Laniakea Beach, Ke Iki Beach, or Pupukea Beach on the North Shore.
Queen Kapiolani Hotel
Queen Kapiolani Hotel– request a room with a large lanai facing the water or Diamond Head and have the ceremony on your lanai.
Roys at Ko’olina
Roys at Ko’olina is a fine dining restaurant located overlooking Kapolei Golf Course. Ceremonies can be held on their open air lanai and the reception in a private dining room.
Sunset Ranch
Sunset Ranch – video https://youtu.be/8sDiIQYnMQM weddings are outside on the ranch surrounded by forest or pond side. Receptions are inside the barn which is renovated including chandeliers.
Kapolei Golf Club
Kapolei Golf Club has a pavilion next to the golf course lake with a beautiful course view with the hills of Makakilo in the distance.
https://youtu.be/nlIsPvKq6Y4 https://youtube.com/shorts/SdsuVTLER1A
Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial Park
Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial Park has a hall available for rental for events. There is a kitchen area, a dining room area and an outdoor area.
Waialae Country Club
Waialae Country Club is in the top 5 most elegant wedding venues I have officiated at. The dining rooms, locker rooms, and grounds are well kept and feel luxurious. The employees are friendly and helpful. The location next to the ocean has spectacular views. https://youtu.be/rSsTFJaC8O0
Waikele Country Club
Waikele Country Club the wedding ceremony is out on the green under the arch way next to the pond. The reception can then be held immediately following in the banquet hall.
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