Honoring Veterans Day: A Time to Reflect and Give Thanks

On this Veterans Day, we pause to honor the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of the men and women who have served in our armed forces. This day serves as a reminder of the dedication and resilience shown by veterans who have selflessly defended our nation, ensuring our safety and freedoms. At ONE Pacific Realty, we deeply appreciate the service of veterans and the contributions they continue to make in our communities.  

Veterans bring unique strengths, whether in their professional lives, community involvement, or family roles. This day is an opportunity to acknowledge those strengths, not just with words, but with actions that show our gratitude. If you know a veteran, reach out to thank them. Consider volunteering, supporting veteran-owned businesses, or contributing to organizations dedicated to veteran welfare. 

This Veterans Day, we are inspired by our heroes and committed to honoring their legacy. Thank you to all who have served—today and every day, we are grateful for you.

AVAILABLE SERVICES

• Emergency ambulance, fire, lifeguard, medical examiner and police services will be available.
• TheBus will operate on a state holiday schedule. Visit thebus.org for routes and other information.
• Skyline will operate on a holiday schedule, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visit honolulu.gov/skyline for rider information.
• Parks, botanical gardens, municipal golf courses and the Honolulu Zoo will be open.
• Refuse will be collected.
• Transfer stations, convenience centers, H-POWER and the Waimānalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill will be open. Find more info at honolulu.gov/opala.

CLOSED OR CANCELED SERVICES

• The Neal S. Blaisdell Center box office will be closed.
• The People’s Open Markets will not be held.
• All satellite city halls and driver licensing centers will be closed.
• All public libraries will be closed from Saturday, Nov. 9, to Monday, Nov. 11.

TRAFFIC AND PARKING REGULATIONS

• On-street parking will be free, excluding the meters on Kalākaua Avenue along Queen Kapi‘olani Park, metered parking lots and other streets. See the full list here.
• Parking in Lanikai will be restricted from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the three-day holiday. 
• Traffic lanes will not be coned for contraflow.