Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in December 2024
Check out a collection of Hawai‘i Quilts from the National AIDS Memorial and keep holiday cheer alive by volunteering at the Kaimukī Christmas Parade and the Honolulu Zoo.
Mimosas & Marys Daytime Drag and Variety Show
Sunday, Dec. 1, 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Mimosas & Marys is a monthly drag show starring singer and comedian Candi Shell, accompanied by a revolving slate of talented performers in the variety, drag and comedy scenes. This month’s theme is “Mele Kalikimaka,” so don’t forget to bring your Santa gear and holiday cheer.
$5 door cover, Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 134 Kapahulu Ave., hulas.com, @hulaswaikiki
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Hawai‘i Quilts from the National AIDS Memorial
Sunday, Dec. 1, 5 to 8 p.m.
Dec. 1 is World AIDS Day, recognizing the mission of HIV/AIDS awareness and harm reduction. Join the community for the opening night of a new exhibition at Capitol Modern, where Hawai‘i Quilts from the National AIDS Memorial will be on display in Honolulu for the first time in over 20 years. If you can’t make opening night, you can still stop by Capitol Modern to view the free exhibition throughout December.
Free, Capitol Modern, 250 S. Hotel St., capitolmodern.org, @capitolmodern
Photo: Courtesy of Blazing Saddles Hawai‘i
Blazing Saddles Hawai‘i
Tuesday, Dec. 3 and 17, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Time to break out those cowboy boots. Join Hawai‘i’s diverse community for line dancing, the two-step and all manner of country-western dancing. Lessons are available for eager beginners.
Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse Ballroom, 404 Kapahulu Ave., blazingsaddleshi.org
Musical Bingo at Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar
Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11, 18 and 25, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
You’ve played bingo—now imagine swapping the numbers for songs! Grab a drink at Wang Chung’s, sing your heart out, and win some prizes at this team-up event between Wang Chung’s and Because Hawai‘i.
Free, Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar, 2424 Koa Ave., wangchungs.com, @wangchungs
Photo: Courtesy of Kaimukī Business & Professional Association
Volunteer with Gay For Good at the Kaimukī Christmas Parade
Thursday, Dec. 5, 4 to 8 p.m.
Ensure that this year’s 2024 Kaimukī Christmas Parade stays merry and bright for all. Volunteers will register parade participants, stage parade groups in the correct order and guide participants along the proper parade route. Bring a water bottle and comfortable shoes. Safety vests will be provided for visibility. RSVP for a volunteer spot online.
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Hula’s Catamaran Saturdays
Saturdays, Dec. 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2 to 5 p.m.
Mingle at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, then head down to Waikīkī Beach before 3 p.m. to set sail on a 90-minute catamaran ride along the shoreline. Cash-only beers and Mai Tais are available onboard, and if the weather is right, you can hop into the water to cool off. While walk-ins are available, you can pre-purchase a ticket to secure your spot.
$30, Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 134 Kapahulu Ave., hulas.com, @hulaswaikiki
Gay For Good Decorates the Honolulu Zoo for the Holidays
Sunday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m. to noon
Volunteer with Gay For Good O‘ahu and help deck out the Honolulu Zoo for the holidays. Gay For Good is looking for donations for paper mâché projects, specifically: used clean towels, phone books, brown bags, baskets, large boxes with no staples, wrapping paper and flour. Bring a water bottle, closed-toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. RSVP for a volunteer spot online.
Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave., gayforgood.org, @gayforgood
Photo: Courtesy of The Aloha Bears
Aloha Bears Booze Cruise
Sunday, Dec. 8, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Aloha Bears set sail for their monthly Sunday outing. Enjoy cocktails at Tapa’s Waikīkī, climb aboard a one-hour catamaran cruise with an open bar, then disembark at Bacchus Waikīkī for lunch and drinks. The cruise and lunch at Bacchus are included with each ticket, and members of The Aloha Bears can enjoy another drink at Tapa’s with each ticket.
$45, Tapa’s Waikīkī, 407 Seaside Ave., thealohabears.org, @thealohabears
Hawai‘i LGBTQ+ Commission Public Meeting
Monday, Dec. 9, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
The Hawai‘i LGBTQ+ Commission endeavors to identify, research, plan and advocate for the needs of the LGBTQ+ community. Every second Monday of the month, you can join the Commission’s public meeting in person or on Zoom to participate in the dialogue. The meeting agenda will be posted at least one week before the meeting.
humanservices.hawaii.gov, see calendar for meeting information
Dive-in Theater Drag Singalong
Saturday, Dec. 21, 6 to 9 p.m.
Join the queens every third Saturday of the month at Romer Waikīkī for an all-ages, poolside, singalong, dance-along drag show. Make your way poolside at 6 p.m. for food and drinks, then catch the show at 7 p.m.
Free, Romer Waikīkī at The Ambassador, 2040 Kūhiō Ave., romerhotels.com, @romerwaikiki
Photo: Courtesy of Magic Hour Hawai‘i
Queer Community Mixer
Wednesday, Dec. 18, 6 to 8 p.m.
Looking to make some new friends, get some networking in and find out what’s going on in the community? Grab a drink and hang out at this safe and inclusive mixer.
$13.70, Magic Hour Hawai‘i, 1407 Kalākaua Ave., magichourhawaii.com, @magichourhawaii
Aloha Bears Bearaoke
Thursday, Dec. 19, 8 to 10 p.m.
Hang out with The Aloha Bears and strum those vocal chords with karaoke and drinks at In Between, with no song fees for members of The Aloha Bears and their guests. In Between will be offering select shot specials.
In Between, 2155 Lau‘ula St, thealohabears.org, @thealohabears
To find more Honolulu Pride events and support Honolulu’s LGBTQIA+ community, visit the Hawai‘i LGBT Legacy Foundation website and community calendar.
