“The stars are my candles, the sun is my light, the clouds are my shade, and the translucent blue sky my stain glass windows. The sounds of the sea is a choir and the gentle wind the movement of Love, with sand beneath the feet we will marry in Gods own Cathedral.”
— Paul, Aloha Island Weddings
Hawaii beach weddings on Oahu from $350 up to $8,000, with custom arches, fresh tropical flowers and Hawaiian traditions. Find your perfect stretch of sand.
Oahu is ringed by beautiful beaches, and we will help you find your perfect stretch of sand, from the calm, palm lined shores of Waialae Beach Park and Magic Island near Waikiki to Kualoa, where green mountains rise right behind the sand. Aloha Island Weddings has planned ceremonies on many of them, from simple ceremonies for two to big family celebrations, with beach wedding packages from $350 up to $8,000.
Every setup we create is custom designed around you: a bamboo, palm, driftwood, carved koa or white trellis arch, chiffon in your colors, and an aisle of plumerias, orchids, hibiscus, stargazer lilies and native Hawaiian fern. Below you will find our beach locations, 100+ real designs from our couples’ ceremonies, Hawaiian traditions to add to your day, and planning tips.
Locations
Choose Your Oahu Beach
Waimanalo and Makapuʻu are not available for weddings right now, but their pages are full of past designs you can recreate at Waialae, Magic Island or Kualoa. Prefer grass and shade trees? See our park weddings, or compare all of our wedding packages.
Prices
Hawaii Beach Wedding Prices
Hawaii beach weddings start at $350 and go all the way up to $8,000, depending on the package, your guest count and the extras you add.
$350A simple, sweet beach ceremony with your officiant. Sweet Lover’s
$950A romantic elopement for two on the sand. Waikiki
$1,250A beach ceremony for you and up to 5 guests. Lovers in Paradise
from $3,500Flowers, photos and video for your beach day. Beach Chapel Arch
from $5,700The complete setup: arch, flowers, chairs and tiki torches. The Kahala Wedding
$5,700On the beach at the Kahala Resort (plus a $3,000 resort deposit fee).
Popular beach extras: tiki torches $250, sand ceremony $125, conch shell blowing $45, flower circle $350, wedding chair setups $100 to $500, flower aisleways $250 to $450, fire show $450, hula, harp or violin from $250. See all wedding extras.
All prices plus 4.712% Hawaii tax. Compare all wedding packages or see every price and how to pay.
Design
Beach Arch Designs & Color Themes
Ideas from real ceremonies we have designed on Oahu's beaches: white and turquoise, rose gold and pink, purple orchids, ocean blue with carved tiki men, driftwood and rustic red, and many more. Click any photo to see it full size.
See our beach design pages:
More ideas: chair designs · chair covers · flower pathways · beach designs 1 · 2 · 3 · more beach designs
Hawaiian traditions
Hawaiian Traditions for Your Beach Ceremony
A beach wedding is a beautiful place to bring in the spirit of Hawaii. Many of our couples begin with the blowing of the conch shell, give each other flower leis, light a unity tiki torch, pour a sand ceremony, or say their vows inside a flower circle or heart. A Hawaiian chant, ukulele or golden harp music and a hula dancer make the day feel truly island.
Real weddings
Real Beach Weddings on Oahu
Couples who said “I do” on Oahu's beaches with Aloha Island Weddings. See more of their days: Marsha & Patrick · Jill & James · Lauren & Johnathan · Toshi & Suzanne · Karissa & Brian · Kate & Kenny · Jennifer & David · Becky & Eric · Stace & Ken · Elizabeth & Brian · Vanessa & Chris · Shawn & Aki · Sally & Lonny · An Indian beach wedding.
Inspiration
More Beach Wedding Inspiration
Pineapple princess pathways, Hawaiian tiki gods for good luck, butterflies and starfish, and one aisle made entirely of island blooms (pink proteas, torch ginger, tiger lilies, orchids and anthuriums) with a few sweet bananas. Yes, the guests did take a bite!
Flower pathways
Flower Paths for Your Beach Aisle
A flower path turns a stretch of sand into your aisle. We lay fresh plumerias, orchids, hibiscus and tropical Hawaiian flowers from the sand to your arch in your wedding colors, from soft pinks and whites to bright yellows and purples, and we can add pineapples, bananas and tropical fruit for a playful island touch. Flower aisleways for beach weddings are $250 to $450, and you can see many more real Oahu aisles on our flower pathways page.
Planning tips
Smoothing Out the Details
Choose island flowers
Plumerias, hibiscus, wild orchids and tropical blooms are grown right here, so they are fragrant, fresh and easier on your budget than imported flowers.
Make a checklist and a budget
Even with a coordinator, a simple checklist helps you see how everything is coming together. Set a budget early and decide on your colors, flowers, cake and music.
Plan for your guests
Send save the dates early so guests can find good flights. Hotels often offer group rates, and vacation rentals can be a great value for families.
Destination weddings are a wonderful time to bond with family and friends. Plan a welcome dinner, a sunset sail, snorkeling or a surf lesson together, be flexible, and have fun planning your Hawaiian wedding!
“The stars are my candles, the sun is my light, the clouds are my shade, and the translucent blue sky my stained glass windows. The sound of the sea is a choir and the gentle wind the movement of love. With sand beneath our feet, we will marry in God's own cathedral.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a beach wedding in Hawaii cost?
Our Oahu beach weddings start at $350 for the Manoa package and go up to $8,000 for a full setup with an arch, flowers, chairs, music, photography and video. See the price list above. All prices are plus 4.712% Hawaii tax.
Which Oahu beaches can we get married on?
Our favorite beaches close to Waikiki are Waialae Beach Park in Kahala and Magic Island at Ala Moana Beach Park, and Kualoa on the windward coast offers dramatic mountain views. Waimanalo and Makapuu are not open for commercial events at this time, so their pages show weddings we have done there in the past. We will help you choose the beach that fits your style and guest count.
How far are the beaches from Waikiki?
Magic Island is just a few minutes from Waikiki, Waialae Beach Park is about 10 to 15 minutes away past Diamond Head, and Kualoa is about 45 minutes away on the windward side of the island.
What is the best time of day for a beach wedding?
Mornings are usually calm and quiet, and late afternoon gives soft golden light and the chance for sunset photos. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends at public beach parks.
Can we add Hawaiian traditions to our ceremony?
Yes. Many couples begin with the blowing of the conch shell, exchange flower leis, light a unity tiki torch, pour a sand ceremony or say their vows inside a flower circle. Ukulele, harp, a Hawaiian chant and hula can be added too.
What is included in a beach wedding?
Hawaii beach weddings start at $350 and go up to $8,000. It depends on the package you choose, from a simple ceremony for two to a full setup with an arch, flowers, chairs, music, photography and video. Compare our wedding packages to see what each one includes.
