Oʻahu dance clubs (Honolulu and Waikīkī)

Honolulu's top dance clubs: The District on Kapiʻolani Boulevard across from Ala Moana Center (Honolulu Magazine readers' 2026 best club for dancing), Scarlet Honolulu in Chinatown (two floors, drag shows, top LGBTQ+ club), and Addiction Nightclub at The Modern Honolulu. In Waikīkī, Moose McGillycuddy's on Lewers Street mixes live bands and DJs.

• The District: 1349 Kapiʻolani Blvd., below The Republik concert hall, across from Ala Moana Center. Honolulu Magazine readers' Best Club for Dancing 2026.
• Scarlet Honolulu: 80 S. Pauahi St., Chinatown, across from Hawaiʻi Theatre. Friday and Saturday 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., about $20 cover; drag shows at 9 p.m. on the Pineapple Stage. Readers' Best LGBTQIA+ Bar/Club 2026.
• Addiction Nightclub: at The Modern Honolulu hotel near the Ala Wai Harbor; DJ nights with a dress code (no slippers or overly casual wear after 10 p.m.); crowd mostly mid-20s to mid-30s.
• Moose McGillycuddy's: Lewers Street, Waikīkī; casual, with live music and DJ nights.
• Sky Waikiki: rooftop bar on the 19th floor at International Market Place; dressy, with a weekend cover after 9 p.m.; busiest about 6 to 10 p.m.
• The Dragon Upstairs in Chinatown also has DJ and karaoke nights (see the live music entry).
• Music nights, covers and hours change often; check the venue's website or social media before you go.

Sources: Honolulu Magazine: Best of HONOLULU 2026, entertainment · Out x Out: Scarlet Honolulu · AlohaCalendar: Waikīkī nightlife guide 2026

Last checked Oct. 31, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.