Save Money At Aloha Stadium Flea Market

Published by aloha at 8:26 pm under Places

Let's face it, taking a trip to Hawaii can be expensive. So while you're visiting paradise, doesn't it make sense to take advantage of some of the easier ways to save a few bucks?

The Aloha Stadium flea market has always been one of our favorite places to shop.

It's centrally located for those who live on Oahu. And just an easy car or bus ride for tourists staying in Waikiki. It's open every Saturday and Sunday (when there's not a football game), and on Wednesdays. The vendors are usually there pretty early in the morning, so if you can get there by about 8am, you can beat the heat later on in the day. The swap meet closes at around 3pm every day, but some vendors start packing around 1:30 or 2 ... especially if it's slow ... sometimes a good opportunity to barter the prices even lower.

There are a wide variety of things that you can get from aloha stadium flea market including: fresh fruit, art, souvenirs, beach towels, clothes, and even such unique items as post card coconuts.

If you're a tourist visiting Hawaii, definitely hit the flea market before you buy any trinkets from Waikiki locations such as the International Market Place. Often you will find EXACTLY the same items, but for many times 1/2 to 1/3 of the cost.

Aloha Stadium flea market

Aloha Stadium flea market

When we lived there, the main thing we visited the swap meet for was t-shirts and sweatshirts ... both for ourselves, and to send back to the mainland as gifts. Seriously, where else are you going to be able to get 8 t-shirts for $20? Shhh, don't tell any of my friends/family about it, but this is really fun around Christmas time. People in the mainland are thrilled to death when you send them an article of clothing that says Hawaii on it ... and they never have to know that you only paid $2.50 for it ;-)

One of the other cool things you can at Aloha Stadium can be seen right up there in the header image of this blog. There are some amazing artists in a few of those booths (often the same ones you'll find on the street down in Waikiki). You can a banner with your name, or pretty much any word you want, for as little as $1-$3 per letter. It's a great unique memento ... and it's really amazing to watch as the artist paints the banner ... the one above is about 10x that size as it hangs on our walls, and probably took the guy between 5 and 10 minutes to paint.

After stocking up on clothes and art, a great last stop before you head back home, or to your hotel, is at one of the little shave ice stands ... another uniquely Hawaiian tradition.

I hope you enjoy yourself if you decide to take my advice and swing by the stadium.

Todd

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12 Responses to “Save Money At Aloha Stadium Flea Market”

  1. # Teeth Whitening Coston 27 Aug 2009 at 9:36 pm

    I’ve been to two of the islands on my honeymoon. The scenery was breath-taking but so were the prices. It’s unfortunate that such a paradise has to have a reputation as a tourist trap. I’d definitely get to that flea market for gifts and souvenirs. By the way, the sunrise pictures below tempt me to return there for another vacation. Those are worthy of framing and hanging on the wall in my living room. Thanks for the insider tips for tourists.

  2. # Demion 30 Aug 2009 at 9:40 am

    Been to Hawaii a number of times before but never to a flea market over there. This is great because you are right, trips to Hawaii are not cheap! Thanks for sharing I will definitely look one of these up next time i’m on a vacation in Oahu.

  3. # Best Registry Cleaneron 01 Sep 2009 at 6:00 pm

    Haven’t been to the flea market but it’s a good idea. I come to Hawaii a lot on surf trips now. LOVE the place!

  4. # ukbusinessdirectoryon 02 Sep 2009 at 12:54 pm

    I have visited many times at the aloha market it is the good markets for purchasing cheap but the good things thanx

  5. # Scissoron 03 Sep 2009 at 12:07 pm

    Finally i found the best place for my honeymoon by help of ur post thx to share information

  6. # Markon 19 Sep 2009 at 5:31 am

    Great blog. It makes me miss living in Hawaii. The flea market always has some interesting booths and things to see. The items there are always cheaper than anything in Waikiki too! Great tip.

  7. # zenostoreon 29 Sep 2009 at 11:24 am

    I’d definitely get to that flea market for gifts and souvenirs. By the way, the sunrise pictures below tempt me to return there for another vacation. Those are worthy of framing and hanging on the wall in my living room. Thanks for the insider tips for tourists.

  8. # 411 WebConnect Canadaon 01 Oct 2009 at 5:38 pm

    I have been to the market is the best place for souvenirs and gifts, very friendly and affordable

  9. # miniclipon 11 Oct 2009 at 7:46 am

    I just love Hawaii. I cannot wait to visit this place soon. The article you wrote is something we can definitely use. i’ll keep them in mind.

  10. # Delhion 16 Nov 2009 at 6:26 pm

    8 Tees for $20 is cheap, and I live India so I know what cheap is…
    Nice article btw, I’ll follow you here…

  11. # Inspirationalon 03 Dec 2009 at 11:04 am

    This is great because you are right, trips to Hawaii are not cheap! Thanks for sharing I will definitely look one of these up next time

  12. # Kaion 10 Jan 2010 at 1:01 am

    even with free hotel stay, it still costs me a lot to be there. Thanks for money saving ideas!

    -Kai Lo