Honolulu City Lights Holiday Ride 2025 – Waikiki Christmas Trolley

Celebrate the season with a magical holiday lights ride from Waikiki to the iconic Honolulu City Lights! The Waikiki Christmas Trolley offers a festive, open-air journey where sparkling decorations, joyful music, and Hawaii’s warm holiday spirit come together for an unforgettable evening.

Hop aboard our brightly decorated Christmas trolley and enjoy a cheerful ride to Honolulu Hale, home of Oahu’s most famous holiday light displays including the dazzling 50-foot Christmas tree, Shaka Santa, Tutu Mele, and the beloved Honolulu City Lights exhibits.

Perfect for families, couples, and visitors looking to experience Hawaii’s unique holiday charm!

Experience one of Hawaii’s most beloved holiday traditions:

• 50-foot holiday tree
• Shaka Santa & Tutu Mele
• Festive Hawaiian-style Christmas displays
• Indoor tree exhibition (local artists & community designs)

For the first time ever, Honolulu City Lights now includes Thomas Square, located just across King Street from Honolulu Hale.
Enjoy a brand-new, immersive walk-through holiday experience featuring:

• ✨ 250 feet of dazzling light tunnels
• 🌲 50 beautifully illuminated trees
• 🎊 Festive motifs along Alapaʻi & Beretania Streets
• 🚂 Keiki train rides
• 🛍️ Holiday craft & food vendors
• 🎬 Occasional family movie nights & outdoor events

Ride aboard our sparkling, open-air trolley decorated with Christmas lights and garlands. Feel the cool evening breeze, enjoy holiday music, and soak in the Aloha spirit as you glide toward Honolulu’s brightest holiday landmark.

Two departures daily

• 1st Ride: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
• 2nd Ride: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Check-in 15–20 minutes early to enjoy the Photo Station.

• This is a trolley ride experience, not a guided tour.
• Guests will explore both Honolulu Hale and Thomas Square on their own.
• Only foldable or small compact strollers are allowed; please contact the office at 808-696-4414 in advance if bringing one.
• Please arrive on time; the driver will confirm the return meeting point.
• Please note that train rides and other activities at Honolulu Hale and Thomas Square are not guaranteed and may be subject to availability.
• If guests miss the return ride, they will need to arrange their own transportation.
• Traffic delays may occur during the holiday season.
• Parking is not included; guests must arrange their own parking in Waikiki.
• A minimum of 10 participants is required for operation.
• Purchasing a ticket does not guarantee immediate confirmation, as participation may be subject to availability. You will receive the booking confirmation via email

• Experience Honolulu City Lights 2025, now at TWO beautiful locations
• Festive, open-air Christmas trolley
• Holiday music, Christmas lights, and joyful atmosphere
• Free holiday photo station + treats
• One of the easiest, most fun ways to get to the Honolulu city lights from Waikiki
• A unique Hawaiian holiday memory filled with Aloha spirit