Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in December 2025

Trivia Night at Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar

Monday, Dec. 1 and 15, 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Form a squad and rack your collective brains for a chance to win prizes and bragging rights. Trivia Night at Wang Chung’s is every first and third Monday of the month and totally free to enter.

Free, Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar, 2424 Koa Ave., Waikīkī, wangchungs.com, @wangchungs

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Photo: Courtesy of Blazing Saddles Hawai‘i

Blazing Saddles Hawai‘i

Tuesday, Dec. 2, 16, 23 and 30, 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., Waikīkī, blazingsaddleshi.org

Photo: Courtesy of Lei Pua ‘Ala

Lei Pua ‘Ala: Queer Histories of Hawai‘i Presents The Return of Kapaemahu

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Lei Pua ‘Ala’s hula show The Return of Kapaemahu chronicles the story of four voyagers of dual male and female spirit journeying to bring healing arts from Tahiti to Hawai‘i. Based on an Oscar-nominated short film, the show honors the legacy of sexual diversity in the islands and blends traditional hula with modern music. This free one-hour show will be performed every Wednesday, weather permitting.

Free, Kūhiō Beach Hula Mound, 2453 Kalākaua Ave., Waikīkī, queerhistoriesofhawaii.org, @queerhistoriesofhawaii

Musical Bingo at Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 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., Waikīkī, wangchungs.com, @wangchungs

Hula’s Catamaran Saturdays

Saturday, Dec. 6, 13, 20 and 27, 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.

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$35, Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 134 Kapahulu Ave., Waikīkī, hulas.com, @hulaswaikiki

Photo: Taylor Cullen

Mimosas & Marys Daytime Drag and Variety Show

Sunday, Dec. 7, 3 to 5 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 “SLEIGH!” Spend a festive afternoon full of holiday cheer and fiery festivities in the company of your favorite queens.

$5 door cover, Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 134 Kapahulu Ave., Waikīkī, hulas.com, @hulaswaikiki

Kūpuna Movie Mornings: Miracle on 34th Street

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 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 1947 Christmas classic Miracle on 34th Street, which follows a drunken department store Santa Claus named Kris Kringle. He claims to be the real Santa…but could he be the real deal? 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., Downtown, hawaiitheatre.com, @honolulupride

Photo: Courtesy of Katt’s Closet and Burlesque Lounge

“The Monthly” Burlesque Variety Show at Katt’s Closet and Burlesque Lounge

Saturday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m.

Every second Saturday of the month, head down to the heart of Chinatown to experience “The Monthly,” a showcase of the art of burlesque. Hosted at the historic Old Blaisdell Hotel, this burlesque variety show offers a new experience every month.

$30, Katt’s Closet and Burlesque Lounge, 1154 Fort Street Mall, Chinatown, kattscloset.com, @redlighttourshnl

Photo: Courtesy of The Aloha Bears

Aloha Bears Booze Cruise

Sunday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Aloha Bears set sail for their monthly outing every second Sunday of the month. Enjoy cocktails at Bacchus Waikīkī, climb aboard a one-hour catamaran cruise with an open bar, then disembark at Tapa’s Waikīkī for lunch and drinks. The cruise and lunch at Tapa’s are included with each ticket, and members of The Aloha Bears can enjoy another drink at Bacchus with each ticket.

$50, Bacchus Waikīkī, 408 Lewers St., Waikīkī, thealohabears.org, @thealohabears

Photo: Antonio Augusto

Kalani Pe‘a’s Hawaiian Christmas Show

Saturday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m.

Celebrate the holidays with four-time Grammy and five-time Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner Kalani Pe‘a at his annual Christmas-themed show at the Hawai‘i Theatre. Known as a pioneer in contemporary Hawaiian music, Pe‘a will bring together a host of musical guests with a memorable medley of Hawaiian and classic Christmas tunes.

BUY TICKETS

$60.50–$165.50, Hawai‘i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., Downtown, (808) 791-1303, hawaiitheatre.com, @hawaiitheatre

Alexander Pang is a regular contributor to HONOLULU Magazine.