Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in November 2024
Catch an LGBTQIA+ variety show at Hawai‘i Theatre, volunteer at the Honolulu Zoo and meet some new faces at a board game pau hana.
Mimosas & Marys Daytime Drag and Variety Show
Sunday, Nov. 3, 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 “Under the Big Top,” so step right up and enjoy the circus with burlesque performances.
$5 door cover, Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 134 Kapahulu Ave., hulas.com, @hulaswaikiki
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Rhinestones on the Red Carpet
Sunday, Nov. 3, 7 to 9 p.m.
Catch a special LGBTQIA+ variety show at Hawai‘i Theatre featuring music, drag and hula performances and even a silent auction. You can also catch a screening of the award-winning short film “I Am,” followed by a Q&A session with the film’s director Tony Dia.
$25–$75, Hawai‘i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., hawaiitheatre.com, @hawaiitheatre
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Photo: Courtesy of Blazing Saddles Hawai‘i
Blazing Saddles Hawai‘i
Tuesdays, Nov. 5, 12, 19 and 26, 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
Rainbow Support Circle
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Every first Wednesday of the month, the Rainbow Support Circle gathers to give LGBTQIA+ individuals a safe and open-minded space to share their mental health journeys and support one another. The Rainbow Support Circle is free but limited to 10 slots per month, so RSVP to secure your spot.
Free, LGBTQ+ Center Honolulu, 2270 Kalākaua Ave., hawaiilgbtlegacyfoundation.com, @honolulupride
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Musical Bingo at Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar
Wednesdays, Nov. 6, 13, 20 and 27, 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
Volunteer with Gay For Good at the Honolulu Zoo
Saturday, Nov. 9, 9:30 a.m. to noon
Volunteer with Gay For Good O‘ahu and help deck out the Honolulu Zoo for the holidays. This volunteer session will require the use of basic tools and a little muscle to move things around. After working, volunteers get to enjoy the zoo for free! 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
Queer Women Board Game Pau Hana
Saturday, Nov. 9, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
There’s no better way to spend a Saturday than with drinks, food, friends and a good board game. This quarterly board game event is free and open to the community, with an emphasis on queer women. Valet parking is available at a $10 flat rate. RSVP if you do plan to attend.
Free, Romer House Waikīkī, 415 Nāhua St., hawaiilgbtlegacyfoundation.com, @honolulupride
Photo: Courtesy of The Aloha Bears
Aloha Bears Booze Cruise
Sunday, Nov. 10, 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
Kūpuna Movie Mornings: The Wizard of Oz
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Kūpuna and film lovers are invited to join this free monthly film series for coffee, snacks and a film. This month’s movie is the world-famous technicolor classic The Wizard of Oz, in which Dorothy and her dog Toto find themselves a long way from Kansas. The lobby opens at 10:30 a.m. with complimentary coffee and pastries, and the film starts at 11:30 a.m. RSVPs are required, and while the event is free, all donations will go to support the Hawai’i Theatre Center.
Free, Hawai’i Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel St., hawaiilgbtlegacyfoundation.com, @honolulupride
Hula’s Catamaran Saturdays
Saturdays, Nov. 16, 23 and 30, 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
Dive-in Theater Drag Singalong
Saturday, Nov. 16, 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, Nov. 20, 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, Nov. 21, 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
Photos: Courtesy of Hard Rock Café
Brunch Is A Drag
Sunday, Nov. 24, noon to 2 p.m.
Leap over your Sunday morning hangover with local drag legends at Hard Rock Café. Enjoy hilarious entertainment, bingo and good food.
$30, Hard Rock Café Honolulu, 280 Beach Walk, hardrockcafe.com, @hrchonolulu
To find more Honolulu Pride events and support Honolulu’s LGBTQIA+ community, visit the Hawai‘i LGBT Legacy Foundation website and community calendar.
