AFL grand final

Question

Does anyone know where the AFL grand final will be shown live in Honolulu this year?

Have been to Yard House in past to watch but wondering if any other options. Thanks

Answer

Good question. Yes — there *are* a few bars on Oʻahu / Waikīkī that regularly show Australian-sports — including Australian Football League (AFL) games — though nothing is ever guaranteed until you call ahead. Based on recent info and local reports, here are likely options (and what to check when you go):

Bars in Honolulu / Waikīkī that often show AFL or other international sports

— located on Kūhiō Ave in Waikīkī. It’s listed among the top sports bars in town, with lots of TVs and a habit of airing international games when requested.
— another Waikīkī sports-bar with multiple screens. Some travellers over the years reported it showed AFL finals when requested.
— at International Market Place, it’s described as a lively bar that shows a variety of sports. There are recent traveller-comments of people asking them to show Aussie sports (including AFL / NRL) when available.
— a big sports-style bar/restaurant on Lewers Street. It has many TVs and a broad “sports bar” vibe, and some people have used it for AFL/NRL viewing in the past.

What to do before you go — increase your odds of seeing the AFL Grand Final live

Call ahead: Since AFL live broadcasts depend on having the right sports channels (e.g. FOX Sports / Fox Footy or streaming feeds), phone the bar (or message on social) a day or two before the game and ask whether they’ll have the match on, with sound.
Arrive early: The Grand Final will likely be late evening in Hawaii (because of time-difference). Bars get packed, and some may switch to other programming if regular U.S. sports events are on. Early arrival improves your spot on crowd and chance to catch the live broadcast.
Have a backup plan (streaming): Sometimes even “sports bars” in Waikīkī don’t carry the right channel — or may prioritize local/national U.S. sports. Consider also getting a streaming subscription (or having laptop/tablet + headphones ready) in case you need to watch in your hotel room or rental.
Watch the bar’s sports-calendar posts / social media: Some venues post upcoming sports events they plan to air (especially for “international finals”). If you see the Grand Final listed — go for it. If not — follow up.

My take — best bets

If I were you and coming to Honolulu for AFL Grand Final, I’d call Rivals Sports Lounge and Skybox Taphouse first — they seem most likely among the local bars to accommodate an international Aussie-rules broadcast if asked. I’d then have Giovanni Pastrami and Yard House Waikīkī as backup options. I’d also get ready to pivot to streaming if no bar can guarantee the broadcast — just in case.

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