HONOLULU (HI Now) - Eighty years is a long time to keep showing up for Hawaiʻi, and Watanabe Floral has done it one bouquet at a time. Founded in 1946 as rose growers, the locally rooted company has grown into what many consider Hawaiʻi’s floral authority. The company has a mission built around the spirit of aloha, keeping people first, and delivering service and community excellence.
That legacy of 80 years will be celebrated Saturday, July 18, with a community celebration at the Watanabe Floral Nimitz Showroom from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. COO and CMO Monty Pereira will share how the team has stayed connected to generations of customers while continuing to bring happiness through flowers, everyday moments, and major milestones across the islands.
Guests can plan ahead for shopping perks and fun surprises throughout the day, including discounts on roses and local anthuriums. Plus in store pop ups to browse while you build your own celebration vibe. Street Eats Food Truck will be on site, adding an easy lunch stop to the outing.
There are also giveaway moments worth arriving early for. The first 100 purchases receive a free cup of Island Popper Popcorn, and the first 250 guests receive free Hawaiian Paradise Candies chocolate covered fortune cookies. For more details, visit watanabefloral.com or follow Instagram @WatanabeFloral.
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