[1] It was created in 1964 as the site of a resort complex, but was subsequently converted to a park.

[3] The park on Magic Island is a popular spot where people gather for picnics, frisbee, socializing, and occasional festival or drama performances.

Because it was a preferred location among homeless squatters, overnight camping was recently banned in the park.

Each year, the Ala Moana Center puts on a fireworks show over Magic Island for the Fourth of July that draws numerous spectators to the surrounding parks.

In conjunction with the show, the Ala Moana Center ropes off a portion of its parking lot for a Fourth of July concert featuring many local bands.