Holiday Events at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach

Celebrate Golden Week

Experience Golden Week in Waikiki Beach with a vibrant series of cultural events and island-inspired activities that showcase the spirit and aloha of Oʻahu.

Events & Activities

Golden Week Experiences
Hula at Kuhio Stage

May Day Celebration

Kick off Golden Week with a May Day Celebration featuring live Hawaiian music by award-winning trio, Ei Nei.

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Ti Leaf Lei Making

A meaningful way to observe Kenpō Kinenbi (Constitutional Memorial Day) by thoughtfully blending Hawaiian and Japanese traditions and celebrating shared values of harmony, respect, and community. 

View of trees and waters while hiking Mānoa Falls

Visit Manoa Valley

Celebrate Midori no Hi (Greenery Day) with a guided journey into the heart of Mānoa Valley led by a cultural specialist.

View of someone holding a Lauhala Koifish

Lauhala Carp Making

Celebrate Children’s Day (Kodomo no Hi) with an island-inspired twist on a beloved tradition blending Japanese and Hawaiian cultures in a creative and meaningful way.

Spa Facial Mist

B+HARI Brain Wellness Workshop

Experience a complimentary 90-minute class that restores clarity, adaptability, and cognitive edge in a fast-moving world.

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MOKE Driving Experience

Discover the island in a stylish MOKE, from self-guided culinary adventures to unforgettable scenic beach drives.

Room Offers & Packages
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Resort Credit

Elevate your Golden Week escape with a $200 resort credit when reserving five nights or more in an ocean-view one-bedroom suite. Resort credit can be used for gourmet dining, spa indulgence, in-room dining, exclusive experiences and more.

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Family Suite

Enhance your family’s Golden Week experience in our 2- and 3-bedroom ocean-view suites. Reserve four nights or more and enjoy exceptional rates along with a $300 resort credit and complimentary breakfast for up to two adults per bedroom and complimentary breakfast for up to two children per reservation.

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Stay Here, Live Here

Transform your Golden Week stay into a luxury residential lifestyle. Reserve 4+ nights in a multi-bedroom suite and allow our concierge to furnish your in-residence gourmet kitchen with foods, beverages, and other provisions of your choice of up to $200 in value.

Spa

Golden Glow Facial

Celebrate Golden Week with an exclusive facial that blends soothing aromatherapy with targeted techniques. Finish with a Knesko gold mask to deeply hydrate, firm, and brighten for a visibly glowing complexion. Available April 27-May 17.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa draws inspiration from the island's natural elements and traditional healing methods.
Spa

Golden Getaway Massage

Slip effortlessly into a state of calm with this deeply nurturing full-body massage. Flowing strokes with light-to-moderate pressure are paired with aromatic essences and Knesko gold serum to soften skin and ease everyday tension, leaving the body relaxed and renewed. Available April 27-May 17

Hot stones from Hawaii’s volcanoes. Rain-beaded leaves from the Oahu rainforest. An energizing lomilomi massage. The spa at this Waikiki beach resort draws from local offerings and traditions to heal, reawaken and revitalize the body and spirit. Déc...
Dining

The Golden Mango

Toast to Golden Week with The Golden Mango, a refreshing mocktail and cocktail crafted to capture the sun‑kissed, tropical flavors of Hawaiʻi, available exclusively at Solera and Quiora from April 28-May 9.

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Dining

Kakigori at Solera

Indulge in a complimentary Kakigori Shave Ice created by Michelin‑starred Chef Yoichi Ishizaki of Ginza, Tokyo, with the purchase of any two entrées. Limit 2 complimentary kakigori per table and available from April 28 through May 9.

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