Your Invitation to Hawai‘i’s Most Celebrated Night in Dining

Escape to Paradise Island at the 2026 Hale ʻAina Awards Celebration presented by First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard.

July 23, 2026

HONOLULU Branded Content Team,

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Escape to Fantasy Island at the 2026 Hale ʻAina Awards Celebration presented by First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard. Hawaiʻi’s top chefs come together for an unforgettable evening inspired by the beauty, adventure and nostalgia of the islands. Explore immersive themed experiences—from the tranquil Blue Lagoon to the adventurous Pirate’s Cove and nostalgic Fantasy Island. Enjoy award-winning cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, immersive experiences and live entertainment. Dress in your island-inspired best and join us for a night where every stop is a new discovery.

Tickets are extremely limited for this year’s event. Especially VIP tickets, which come with the exclusive opportunity to join our VIP reception one hour prior to general admission. Reserve yours now and experience the Hale ‘Aina Gala like never before.

Tickets onsale at HNLTix.com.

Event Details:

Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026
Kāhala Hotel & Resort
6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
VIP entrance at 5:30 p.m.
General Entry at 6:30 p.m.
Theme: Fantasy Island

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Chef Lineup:

Arancino at the Kāhala – Rigatoni alla Carbonara e Nduja – Deconstructed carbonara with nduja (spicy calabrian spread)
Botanico – Island Jewel Seafood Salad – chilled Mediterranean-style seafood salad with squid and shrimp
Onoya Ramen – Cold Tan Tan Ramen
Hy’s Steakhouse – Wagyu Flank Steak with Black Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Au Poivre
Taormina – Gnocchi di Patate ai Quattro Formaggi: House-Made Potato Gnocchi with Four-Cheese Sauce, Hawaiian Macadamia Nuts, Organic Honey & Crispy Apple Chips
Plumeria House – Signature Prime Rib
MW Restaurant – Dessert
Chef Zone – Salmon Ochazuke Puffed rice, tsukemono, ume, genmaicha & makami tea dashi, Mari’s Gardens Micro greens
Kapa Hale
Fig & Ginger – VIP only
And more!