Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: July 24–30, 2025
Have lots of furry fun with the Humane Society, celebrate Shark Week, see top ballet stars, laugh at Harry Potter jokes and more.
Photo: Kelli With an Eye Photography
Keiki, Canine & Kitty Fest
Saturday, July 26, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Animal lovers are invited to support the Hawaiian Humane Society and enjoy activities for the whole family, including face painting, arts and crafts, games, food and local vendors. If you’re looking to add a furry member to your ‘ohana, pet adoptions will be available throughout the event too.
Family-friendly, free admission with pet food or supply donation, Hawaiian Humane Society’s Kosasa Family Campus at Ho‘opili, 91-1945 Fort Weaver Road, ‘Ewa Beach, hawaiianhumane.org, @hawaiianhumane
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Photo: Courtesy of Sea Life Park Hawai‘i
Manō (Shark) Week Festival
Daily through Sunday, July 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, July 27, Keiki Sunday
Coinciding with Discovery Channel’s uber popular, on-screen “Shark Week” programming, you can also geek out face-to-face with the species at Sea Life Park. Learn about sharks through hands-on activities, cultural connections and educational presentations throughout the week. At Sunday’s grand finale, enjoy shark-centric crafts, games, photo ops and educational booths, plus a BOGO admission offer: buy one adult general admission ticket, get one free child general admission ticket (ages 4 to 12 years old).
Family-friendly, $49.99 adult general admission online presale, $39.99 child general admission online presale, $29.99 adult kama‘āina admission, $24.99 child kama‘āina admission, Sea Life Park Hawai‘i, 41-202 Kalaniana‘ole Highway, Waimānalo, sealifeparkhawaii.com, @sealifepark
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Photo: Courtesy of Ballet Hawai‘i
Ballet Hawai‘i’s Reflections in Motion
Friday, July 25, 7:30 p.m.
Global dance superstars are teaming up with talented local students for this one-night-only show. Expect a collection of rare performances blending classical ballet with neoclassical works and Broadway-inspired choreography.
$50–$100, Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Kaka‘ako, ballethawaii.org, @ballethawaii
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Improv Comedy Nerd Nite
Saturday, July 26, 7:30 p.m.
You never know what is going to happen at these intimate, on-the-fly shows, but you’re guaranteed to laugh. Especially magical, this month’s show is Harry Potter-inspired and will parody the wizarding world.
Recommended for ages 16+, $10, Tiny Stage, 419 South St., Kaka‘ako, improvhi.com, @improvhi
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Lā Ho‘iho‘i Ea
Sunday, July 27, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Join in the annual celebration of Sovereignty Restoration Day, a holiday established by King Kamehameha III after British forces returned sovereignty to the Hawaiian Kingdom in 1843. Participate in hands-on cultural workshops, listen to speakers, watch dance and music performances, shop local vendors and more.
Family-friendly, free, Thomas Square, 925 S. Beretania St., Makiki, lahoihoiea.org, @lahoihoiea
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Laura Dornbush is a regular contributor to HONOLULU Magazine.
