Planning an event in Waikiki usually means choosing between a generic hotel banquet room and a restaurant that clears a few tables for your group. Neither feels great. Skybox Taphouse offers something different — a 275-seat open-air sports bar and restaurant on the third floor of International Market Place with two full bars, 20+ TVs, karaoke, and a full kitchen. It's a venue that actually has energy, not just space.
What Kind of Events Work Here
Skybox hosts a wide range of private and semi-private events. The venue and vibe work particularly well for:
- Birthday parties — casual, fun, with food, drinks, karaoke, and game-day atmosphere
- Corporate mixers and team outings — happy hour pricing, group menus, and an environment that doesn't feel like a conference room
- Watch parties — Super Bowl, UFC, March Madness, NFL playoffs, or any big game with a group
- Bachelor and bachelorette parties — karaoke, cocktails, and a full night out without bar-hopping
- Holiday parties — end-of-year gatherings, team celebrations, client events
- Reunions and group meetups — military groups, alumni events, family gatherings
The open-air layout on the Grand Lanai gives you the feel of a private venue with Waikiki views, without the stiffness of a formal event space.
The Venue
Skybox seats 275 guests total, with both indoor and outdoor areas. The venue has two full-size bars, 20+ TVs with state-of-the-art AV, and a karaoke setup that runs every night from 9 PM to 2 AM. For private events, the AV system and screen configuration can be customized — if you need to show a slideshow, a game, or just want your group's playlist on the sound system, the team can set it up.
The location itself is easy for guests to find — third floor of International Market Place on Kalakaua Avenue, right in the heart of Waikiki. Parking is available in the building, and it's walkable from most Waikiki hotels.
Food and Drink Packages
Skybox offers custom menus for private events built from the full kitchen menu. The shareables and appetizers work well for cocktail-style events — Upper-Cut wings, Triple Play nachos, Monster Pretzel, cheese curds, calamari, and sliders are all easy to serve and eat while mingling. For seated events, the full menu including pizzas, burgers, tacos, quesadillas, and entrées is available.
On the drink side, the team can set up custom drink packages — open bar, drink tickets, or tab limits depending on your budget and preference. The full bar includes house-brewed beers, local Hawaiian drafts, 11 signature cocktails, wine, and spirit-free options. Pitchers and towers are efficient for groups.
For brunch events or morning parties, the breakfast menu and $55 mimosa towers (two whole bottles of champagne with juices) are available.
Karaoke and Entertainment
Karaoke is available every night and can be incorporated into any private event. It's one of Skybox's biggest draws — and for parties, it's the kind of activity that gets people talking and laughing without any awkward icebreaker games. Wednesday trivia nights can also be customized for group events if you want a team competition element.
How to Book
For private event inquiries — availability, pricing, custom menus, and buyout options — visit the private events and catering page or call 808-378-8542. The team works with you to build a package that fits your group size, budget, and vision. Whether it's 20 people for a birthday or a full venue buyout for a corporate event, Skybox can accommodate it.
For smaller groups that don't need a full private event setup, you can always reserve a table for 6+ and just show up. The atmosphere does the rest.
Getting There
Skybox Taphouse is at 2330 Kalakaua Ave #302, third floor of International Market Place in Waikiki. Open daily 11 AM to 2 AM. Event inquiries can be made by phone at 808-378-8542 or through the contact form.