Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Dec. 26, 2024–Jan. 1, 2025
Meet the Warrior volleyball team, see a rising superstar, volunteer at a garden workday, watch mesmerizing magic and more.
Photo: Courtesy of Hawai‘i Athletics
The First Serve: Warrior Volleyball ‘25 Kickoff
Monday, Dec. 30, 6 p.m.
Celebrate the start of the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa’s men’s volleyball season at this preview event. Watch the team scrimmage against the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds, listen to a talk story session, meet the players and get autographs.
Family-friendly, free, register by Saturday, Dec. 28, SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center, 1355 Lower Campus Road, hawaiiathletics.com, @hawaiiathletics
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Photo: Courtesy of Blue Note Hawai‘i
Iam Tongi
Friday, Dec. 27, through Tuesday, Dec. 31
Hurry because there are only a few tickets left for this local crooner and American Idol champion’s four-night residency in Waikīkī. Catch one of his shows at the intimate supper club while sipping a mai tai or martini.
$85–$95, plus $10 food & beverage minimum, Blue Note Hawai‘i, Outrigger Waikīkī Beach Resort, 2335 Kalākaua Ave., bluenotejazz.com, @bluenotehawaii
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Photo: Courtesy of Waimea Valley
Volunteer at Waimea Valley
Saturday, Dec. 28, 9 to 11:30 a.m.
End the year by giving back at this North Shore cultural site and botanical garden. At ‘Ohana Volunteer Day, all ages will work together to beautify, upkeep and tend to the grounds. Your reward? Spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying the valley and check out the waterfall free of charge.
Family-friendly, free, 59-864 Kamehameha Highway., waimeavalley.net, @waimeavalleyoahu
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Hawai‘i Magic Festival
Saturday, Dec. 28, 6 to 9 p.m.
You’ll be saying, “How’d they do that?” all night long at the 10th annual showcase hosted by the International Brotherhood of Magicians’ Hawai‘i Chapter. Watch more than a dozen local up-and-coming and established magicians perform their slight-of-hand tricks, mind-blowing acts and enchanting effects.
Family-friendly, $20 adult pre-sale, $10 keiki pre-sale (ages 2 to 12), $25 cash at the door, Farrington High School, 1564 N. King St., eventbrite.com
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Comedy Show: Drew Lynch
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m.
Laugh your way into the new year with this comedian who came to fame on season 10 of NBC’s America’s Got Talent. He’s a master at giving a unique take on pop culture and the latest news headlines. And if you aren’t already following him on social media for daily chuckles, here’s your sign.
$39–$79, Hawai‘i Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel St., hawaiitheatre.com, @hawaiitheatre
