Keiki Sunday Mālama Kai – World Reef Day
Sunday, June 1, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Sea Life Park
Celebrate World Reef Day at Sea Life Park with a fun-filled, culturally rich experience! Enjoy one FREE Keiki Admission (ages 4-12) with a paid adult ticket, while children 3 and under always enter free with a paying adult. Don’t miss an exciting lineup featuring live keiki hula performances by Halau Hula ‘O Puka’ikapuaokalani, kapa demonstrations by Pukoa Studios, and free face painting from Storybook Entertainment. Enjoy surprise character visits, live local music, a free souvenir photo booth, and more! Participate in daily animal habitat talks, interactive games, and hands-on activities, plus explore arts & crafts and connect with local nonprofits. Savor delicious food and drinks from local vendors, including a refreshing shaved ice truck. It’s a perfect, family-friendly event packed with entertainment, culture, and discovery! Come for the fun, stay for the memories, and celebrate Hawaii’s vibrant marine life.
Visit sealifeparkhawaii.com for more details.
First Friday Art Walk
Friday, June 6, 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Downtown Honolulu
Come join us this Friday for an evening art walk in Chinatown Honolulu. This is a popular fun event that takes place every 1st Friday of each month. It is free to join and surrounding businesses will open their doors to those walking the streets. Surrounding merchants and art galleries will provide wine and pupus for those who stop in. The event ends at 9pm but the fun will last later into the night.
Learn more at firstfridayhawaii.com.
Nuuanu Congregational Church Craft Fair
Saturday, June 7, 9:00am – 1:00pm
Nuuanu Congregational Church
Join us on June 7th at the Nuuanu Congregational Church, 2651 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, for a community fair supporting the church and its Boy Scouts Troop. Enjoy a variety of food, snacks, crafts, jewelry, toys, collectibles, and more. Admission is free, and parking is available at no cost. The event will take place rain or shine, and all sales are final.
For more information on this event and others like it go to 808craftandgiftfairs.com.
Pan-Pacific Festival
Friday, June 13 – Sunday, June 15
Multiple Venues from Ala Moana to Waikīkī
The 42nd Annual Pan-Pacific Festival will take place from June 13-15, 2025, in Honolulu, celebrating Hawaii’s cultural diversity with performances, food, and traditions from across the Pacific. The festival features a mix of local and international acts, including Japanese performers, hula halau, and taiko musicians. Highlights include the Pan-Pacific Ho‘olaule‘a, showcasing diverse talent, and the grand finale, the Pan-Pacific Parade along Kalakaua Avenue in Waikīkī. Attendees can also enjoy a variety of culinary delights, from Japanese festival dishes to local favorites. Volunteers are welcome to assist throughout the event. This festival, rooted in Hawaiian cultural exchange, fosters unity and celebrates global community.
For more information, visit panpacificfestival.org.
King Kamehameha Lei Draping
Friday, June 13, 2:30pm – 5:00pm
King Kamehameha Statue at Aliʻiōlani Hale
Celebrate Kamehameha Day in honor of the legacy of King Kamehameha the Great, the father of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Join the public ceremony from 2:30pm to 5pm, featuring lei draping, cultural protocols, hula, and music. Established in 1871 by King Kamehameha V, this holiday commemorates unity and strength, first celebrated on June 11, 1872. Immerse yourself in the traditions and history that continue to bring Hawaiʻi together in pride and aloha. Don’t miss this enriching celebration!
For more information, visit honolulumoca.org.
Keiki Petting Zoo and Dive’n’Movie Night
Saturday, June 21, 11:30am – 3:00pm
Wet’n’Wild
Join us for an unforgettable Sunday at Wet’n’Wild, where excitement meets family fun. From 11:30am to 3:00pm, explore our mini petting zoo and enjoy pony rides. Get up close with alpacas, mini-horses, donkeys, rabbits, chickens, goats, and more—the perfect treat for animal lovers of all ages. After some farmyard fun, dive into our thrilling water rides. Feel the rush on the Shaka, Volcanic Wedgee, Tornado, or unwind on the Lazy River. This signature event is included with your park admission, making it an ideal day out for the whole family. With extended park hours until 8:00pm, cap off your day at Dive’n’Movie Night. Enjoy a familyfriendly film, “Paddington in Peru”, with showtimes at 12pm and 5pm.
For more information visit wetnwildhawaii.com.
“Scales” An HYOC Opera Show
Friday, June 27
This summer, the Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus (HYOC) proudly presents “SCALES,” its ninth commissioned youth opera, debuting on June 27, 2025. Crafted by HYOC alumna Dr. Tonia Ko, this original work is based on a story by Native Hawaiian writer Acacia Awai. Set on the island of Maui, “SCALES” delves into the mystical world of Moʻo—legendary dragons endowed with unique powers. The production showcases the talents of students in all roles, from ensemble to solo performances, offering them a platform to develop their artistic skills. This culturally rich opera provides a remarkable opportunity for young artists to immerse themselves in Hawaii’s storied traditions. Audiences can expect a visually stunning performance that blends powerful storytelling with mesmerizing music, transporting them into a world of myth and magic. Don’t miss this chance to witness the next generation of opera stars bring this breathtaking tale to life.
For more information, please visit hyoc2.weebly.com.
Sunset on the Beach Free Movie Night: Despicable Me
Sunday, June 28, 4:30pm – 10:00pm
Queen’s Beach
Join the fun at Queen’s Beach in Waikiki on Saturday, June 28 for a Free Movie Night featuring Despicable Me 4! Hosted by Southwest Airlines and the Waikiki Improvement Association, this all-ages event includes live music, games, food, and more starting at 4:30pm, with the movie at sunset (7:35pm). Bring your beach towel and enjoy an unforgettable evening by the sea!
For more information, visit southwestairlineshawaii.com.
