Pan Pacific Convention and FWD 80th Anniversary Fall Convention • Location: Blaisdell Concert Hall, Honolulu HI • Dates: October 6-11, 2026 • Early-Bird Competitor Rate through May 31
Pan Pacific Convention: Harmony in Hawai'i
Join us for the most exciting barbershop singing competition in the Pacific. Experience the magic of music, connection, and celebration in beautiful Hawaiʻi.
Started in 1994, the Pan Pacific Convention was conceived to bring the barbershop contest and convention experience to the choruses in New Zealand, Australia, and Hawaii – three locales where distances made traveling to contest on the mainland US challenging. From those humble beginnings, the Pan Pacific Convention has grown to be a bucket list item for many barbershoppers from across the globe. Besides the three original locations, contestants and attendees now regularly travel from Japan and the West Coast of the United States.
Besides a great contest, you’ll also find a wealth of cultural experiences at the Pan Pacific Convention in Hawaii. We encourage you to spend a few days and explore our islands: see historic sites like Pearl Harbor and Iolani Palace; hit the beach for amazing snorkeling or a surfing lesson; expand your palate and taste foods from around the world; cool off under a waterfall after a rainforest hike; learn about the hula and how to make a lei at one of our luaus; or just relax and let the cool tradewinds carry your worries away.
Of course, what would a barbershop convention be without some amazing quartets and choruses! By hosting the Pan Pacific and the Far Western District conventions simultaneously, we’re sure to have a lineup of singers you won’t want to miss. And being an open contest, we have interest from top male, female, and mixed choruses and quartets from New Zealand, Australia, Hawaii, Japan, California, Washington, Oregon, Vancouver BC, and Arizona!
PanPac and FWD Contests
We are excited to host both the PanPac and Far Western District Contests this fall at the Blaisdell Concert Hall.
Built in 1964 and named for the Mayor of Honolulu who oversaw its construction, the Blaisdell Concert Hall is the premiere performing arts theatre in Honolulu. Housing the Honolulu Symphony, Hawaii Opera Theatre and many touring Broadway productions, the 2185 seat theatre is the perfect setting for our convention.
The Pan Pacific Contest is open to men’s, women’s, & mixed quartets/choruses regardless of location. All competitors (with exception of the Youth Dream Chorus) must be registered as an active member of BHS, SAI, HI or an affiliate organization. FWD chorus and quartets that do not qualify for FWD Fall Contest may compete in the Pan Pacific Open Contest
The Far Western District Contest is open to FWD quartets and choruses which have prequalified at the FWD spring conventions. This contest will also serve as an international qualifier for both quartets and choruses.
Hilton Hawaiian Village
The Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is the official Headquarters Hotel for the convention. Located oceanfront in Waikiki, this iconic resort offers spacious rooms, tropical grounds, and exclusive group rates—just steps from the beach and minutes from the convention action.
The Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is a massive, 22-acre oceanfront destination in Honolulu featuring five towers, over 18 restaurants, and 90+ shops. Known for its premier location on Waikiki's widest beach, it offers a 5-acre saltwater lagoon, five pools, waterslides, and weekly Friday night fireworks.
A rate of $209/night + $10/day USD has been secured for the Pan Pacific Convention. This rate is before taxes and the rate will be available 3 days before and 3 day post convention. Daily Resort Charge includes: WiFi; cultural activities; morning exercise classes; outdoor movies; 20% off catamaran adventure sail & elite beach package;15% off at Reyn Spooner Shop & Spa retail;10% off Waikiki Beach activities & services; Waikiki Aquarium offer; photo session.
Youth Dream Chorus
The Sounds of Aloha Chorus and the Barbershop Harmony Society’s Far Western District are bringing together young singers ages 14–25 from New Zealand, Australia, Hawai‘i, and the West Coast of the United States and Canada to form the Pan Pacific Youth Dream Chorus (YDC).
Directed by Jonny Moroni of the Ambassadors of Harmony and coached by the internationally renowned quartet Vocal Spectrum, participants will learn, perform, and compete as part of an unforgettable barbershop experience at Pan Pacific 2026 in Honolulu.
Schedule
The convention schedule includes performances, and special events throughout the week. Check back regularly for updates as additional details are confirmed.
Tuesday, October 6
- 6:00PM HST - Bill Joor Chordatorium @ Kawaiaha'o Church
Wednesday, October 7
- 2:00PM HST - Opening Ceremony @ Blaisdell Concert Hall
- 3:00PM HST - Quartet Session 1 @ Blaisdell Concert Hall
- 7:30PM HST - Opening Reception (MaiTai Party) @ Hilton Hawaiian Village
Thursday, October 8
- 9:30AM HST - Quartet Session 2 @ Blaisdell Concert Hall
- 3:00PM HST - Quartet Session 3 @ Blaisdell Concert Hall
Friday, October 9
- 9:00AM HST - Chorus Session 1 @ Blaisdell Concert Hall
- 3:00PM HST - Chorus Session 2 @ Blaisdell Concert Hall
- 7:00PM HST - Chorus Awards
Saturday, October 10
- 1:00PM HST - Quartet Finals @ Blaisdell Concert Hall
- 3:30PM HST - Quartet Awards @ Blaisdell Concert Hall
- 7:00PM HST - Showcase/Closing Show @ Blaisdell Concert Hall
- 10:00PM HST - Afterglow @ Hilton Hawaiian Village
Sunday, October 11
- No Official PanPac Contest Events
All-Events Registration Packages, NOT including Eventbrite fees
| Dates/Rates | Adult Competitor Ages 26+ |
Youth Competitor Ages 12-25 |
Adult Non-Competitor Ages 26+ |
Youth Non-Competitor Ages 12-25 |
Non-Member Child Under 12 years |
| Early-Bird Order by May 31 |
$200.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | $50.00 | Free |
| Regular Jun 1 - Aug 31 |
$250.00 | $125.00 | |||
| Late Sep 1 - Sep 20 |
$275.00 | $150.00 | $125.00 | $75.00 | $25.00 |
| On-Site Oct 6 - Oct 10 |
$350.00 | $200 | $150.00 | $100.00 | $50.00 |
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Non-Competitor DAY PASSES will be available on-site for $80.00
ALL SEATS ARE RESERVED, with the exception of the Saturday evening show.
ADA compliant wheelchair spaces (labeled 'W') and lift-arm transfer ambulatory seats (labeled 'A') are available for those with special needs along with adjacent companion seats. Use Promo Code "ADA" to unlock those seats for selection.
You may order up to 10 tickets per transaction. For each attendee, please have the following information ready:
- First & Last Name - required. Name badges will be printed EXACTLY as entered, so please type carefully!
- Email address - required. We strongly encourage using a separate email for each attendee.
- Affiliation
- Voice Part(s)