Hawaiian Gardens, California Overview

Hawaiian Gardens is a small city located in Los Angeles County, California, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of Hawaiian Gardens was approximately 14,800 people. The city covers an area of 0.9 square miles (2.3 square kilometers) and is situated about 17 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles.

Hawaiian Gardens was originally a fruit-growing area, but it developed into a residential community in the 1940s and 1950s. It was incorporated as a city in 1964, and since then, it has become a diverse community with a mixture of residential, commercial, and industrial areas.

One of the most notable features of Hawaiian Gardens is the Gardens Casino, which is the largest card club in the world. The casino features over 200 tables for games such as poker, blackjack, baccarat, and pai gow. The casino also includes restaurants, a sports bar, and a VIP lounge.

The city is also home to a number of parks, including Pharis F. Fedde Middle School Park, which features a playground, basketball courts, and picnic areas, and the Hermosillo Park, which has a soccer field, baseball diamond, and playground. The Hawaiian Gardens Recreation and Youth Services Department provides a variety of recreational programs and services to the community, including sports leagues, after-school programs, and summer camps.

Hawaiian Gardens is also known for its annual Hawaiian Gardens Carnival, which is held in August and features carnival rides, games, and food vendors. The event attracts visitors from all over the Los Angeles area.

The city has a diverse population, with a majority of Hispanic and Latino residents, as well as significant numbers of Asian and African American residents. The city is served by the ABC Unified School District, which includes a number of schools located within Hawaiian Gardens.