Honiara

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                       Connected, Cultural, Coastal

Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, is often the starting point for any journey across the archipelago — and for event organisers, it’s the most connected and logistically manageable destination in the country. But don’t be fooled by its practicality: beyond the government buildings and main roads, Honiara is rich with culture, creativity, and coastal charm.

Set along the northern coast of Guadalcanal, Honiara offers the kind of flexibility that makes it ideal for conferences, cultural showcases, expos, and diplomatic gatherings. Its infrastructure — from the Honiara International Airport to mid-range hotels, conference centres, and universities — allows you to plan larger events without sacrificing cultural authenticity or natural beauty.

What’s especially exciting about events in Honiara is the access to the wider region’s creative and cultural talent. You can bring in panpipe musicians, bamboo bands, dance groups, and artisans from all over the Solomon Islands. And with several national institutions headquartered here, it’s easy to build events that incorporate heritage exhibitions, academic panels, or government partnerships.

The city has a growing scene of venues that can be adapted to suit many types of gatherings. Solomon Kitano Mendana Hotel and the Heritage Park Hotel both offer indoor and outdoor spaces suitable for weddings, corporate seminars, or international forums. There’s also the National Art Gallery Grounds, which provide a shaded, oceanfront space ideal for outdoor festivals, markets, and concerts.

Accessibility is Honiara’s strongest feature. Daily flights connect it to Brisbane, Port Moresby, and regional airports within the Solomons. Road access in and around the city is good, and most venues are within 15 minutes of the airport. Power, internet, and accommodation are reliable by local standards, and experienced local event suppliers — from caterers to sound technicians — are based here.

While the city itself is bustling, you don’t have to go far to find quiet. Botanic Gardens, central churches, or nearby beaches like Bonegi offer calm settings that can be built into your event — perfect for breakout sessions, wellness pauses, or post-conference wind-downs.

Honiara is best suited to regional meetings, international workshops, business forums, cultural exchange programmes, and urban celebrations. It’s also a practical choice for events that bring in guests from overseas or multiple provinces, as it provides a stable hub from which to branch out.

Importantly, events here have strong potential to align with national development and cultural strategies. Whether it’s promoting women’s leadership, supporting climate action, or celebrating Indigenous arts, your event can have a lasting footprint — especially when it includes collaboration with government ministries, NGOs, or youth networks.

Honiara is not just the administrative capital of the Solomons — it’s where cultures meet, stories are told, and networks are built. If you want to host something with structure and style, while keeping the island identity intact, this is the place to do it.