The ‘Aloha State’ allows almost no gambling whatsoever with only social betting at home permitted. Hawaii does not allow for a state lottery or charitable gaming either, making even a church game of bingo illegal.
Because of the strict rules and a clear lack of gaming on the islands, ‘Vegas Night’ parties have become extremely popular throughout urban areas. And, to demonstrate how seriously Hawaii takes their anti-gaming laws, they have made it illegal for passing cruise ships to gamble in their waters.