5 Things You Should Know About the 2025 Rosé Soirée presented by First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard

Step into a night of enchanted sips, savory bites, and spellbinding style inspired by the world of Oz.

May 30, 2025

HONOLULU Branded Content Team,

1. Where to Park

The event on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Velocity Honolulu. The venue will be transformed into an Oz-inspired setting, adorned in vibrant shades of pink and green, creating a magical atmosphere for attendees. VIPs get the party started at 6 p.m., with general admission joining the fun at 6:30 p.m. If you’re driving, self-parking is available at the Blaisdell for $8 (enter from King Street).

Pro tip: there’s a concert at the Blaisdell happening that night, so skip the parking hunt and opt for ride-share to make your entrance as smooth as Glinda’s bubble ride.

Photo: MW Restaurant

2. Culinary Delights

Guests can indulge in a variety of savory and sweet dishes from renowned local restaurants:

MW Restaurant: Chef Wade’s Green Garlic Shrimp with Yellow Brick Jasmine Rice, and Chef Michelle Karr-Ueoka’s “Wicked Reveal” Ice Cream Sandwiches, featuring Elphaba’s Mint Chocolate Chip and Glinda’s Strawberry Shortcake flavors.
El Cielo: Seasonal Mushroom Tapas on a spoon, with marinated mushrooms, coriander seeds, and extra virgin olive oil powder (vegetarian).
Chef Chai: Roasted Butternut Squash and Lobster Bisque With Crispy Crab Dumpling, Crème Fresh and Chives
Pig and the Lady: Grass Fed Beef Tartare with mentaiko grilled cheese, rau ram, toasted rice.
and more!

3. Get Glam

VIPs, don’t miss the First Hawaiian Bank glam station—where you can choose your vibe: good witch sparkle or bad witch sass. All guests can enjoy a scent station and create their own Emerald Elixir by Mino‘aka Wellness.

Photo: Chef Chai

4. Enter a Song Contest

At this year’s Rose Soirée, guests hit new heights—literally—with the Wicked High Note Challenge. Brave contestants belted the iconic final notes of “Defying Gravity” live, dazzling the crowd and vying for ultimate vocal glory (and some magical prizes).

5. Themed Experience

Embracing a “Wicked” theme, the event promises an enchanting evening inspired by the world of Oz, complete with instagrammable décor and culinary presentations that pay homage to the beloved story.