The Hawaii Vendors journal
Plan your Hawaii wedding, from license to last dance
Planning guides, venue deep-dives, vendor spotlights, and local know-how for couples getting married in Hawaii.
How Much Does a Hawaii Wedding Cost? 2027 Oahu Budget
There is no reliable single number for a Hawaii wedding. Here is how an Oʻahu budget is built, what vendors publish, and what gets added on top of a quote.
7 min read · Nov 10, 2026
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Vendor spotlights
Michele Coelho Photography: Natural Light Wedding Photos
Michele Coelho photographs weddings and elopements in natural light across four Hawaiian islands, guiding nervous couples so they can relax and be themselves. Coverage starts at $750.
5 min read · Nov 6, 2026
Hawaii know-how
Hawaiian Wedding Traditions and How to Honor Them
What the lei exchange, a kahu’s blessing, the pū, the honi and hula mean at a Hawaiʻi wedding, and how visiting couples can include them with respect.
7 min read · Nov 3, 2026
Vendor spotlights
Oahu Wedding Catering: Styles, Costs and Questions to Ask
How wedding catering works on Oʻahu: service styles, what drives the price, venue rules, and the questions to ask before you sign.
7 min read · Oct 27, 2026
Vendor spotlights
Honolulu Bartending Company: Custom Wedding Cocktails on Oahu
Honolulu Bartending Company designs custom cocktail menus and provides bartenders and waitstaff for weddings on Oʻahu, led by founder and owner Elise Pomroy.
3 min read · Oct 23, 2026
Venues
Kualoa Ranch vs. Dillingham Ranch: Choosing an Oahu Ranch Wedding Venue
Two of Oʻahu’s best-known ranch wedding venues, compared: setting, site fees, catering, lodging, and how to decide which one fits your day.
4 min read · Oct 20, 2026
Vendor spotlights
How to Choose an Oahu Wedding Photographer
The questions to ask, what wedding photography costs on Oʻahu, and the local photographers listed on Hawaii Vendors.
4 min read · Oct 16, 2026
Planning tips
Hawaii Marriage License: Step-by-Step Guide for 2027
Everything you need to get legally married in Hawaii: how to apply, what it costs, what to bring to your license appointment, and what happens after you say “I do.”
4 min read · Oct 13, 2026
Vendor spotlights
Dynamic Hawaii Wedding DJ Team to Elevate Your Day
Looking for a Hawaii wedding DJ team that knows how to bring energy, fun, and flawless music to your big day? Frobaby Productions delivers the ultimate vibe.
4 min read · May 12, 2025
Vendor spotlights
Honolulu Wedding Planner Fred + Kate Events Delivers Unforgettable
Discover why couples trust Fred + Kate Events as their Honolulu wedding planner, delivering heartfelt, expertly coordinated weddings in paradise.
2 min read · May 10, 2025
Vendor spotlights
Magical Weddings with Hawaii wedding DJ | Bliss DJ’s Hawaii
Bliss DJ’s Hawaii brings 20 years of professional experience to your big day. Discover why they are a trusted Hawaii wedding DJ for magical celebrations.
3 min read · May 8, 2025
Vendor spotlights
Unique Mobile Bar Oahu for Weddings & Events
Discover how Aloha Taps transforms any Oahu event into an unforgettable celebration with their charming tuk tuk and professional mobile bar services.
3 min read · May 6, 2025
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