Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in June 2025
Celebrate Pride Month with the return of the Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival, learn about gender-affirming care for keiki and more.
Photo: Tien Enga
The Golden Gays
Through July 6, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.
Inspired by The Golden Girls, the latest production from Kumu Kahua Theatre follows the fierce and free-spirited Aunty Maria Lani Tunta and her found family of queens. As the queens face their golden years, can they grasp at a second chance? Additional shows were just added for Saturday, July 5, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, July 6, at 2 p.m.
$8–$28, Kumu Kahua Theatre, 46 Merchant St., Downtown, kumukahua.org, @kumukahua
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Queen’s Surf Beach Celebration
Wednesday, June 4, 4 to 6 p.m.
Join the community for the special unveiling of a new plaque commemorating Queen’s Surf Beach as a gathering place for Hawai‘i’s diverse LGBTQIA+ Māhū community. Following remarks by the mayor and special guests, you can enjoy a picnic on the lawn, make some new friends and watch the sunset.
Free, 2777 Kalākaua Ave., Waikīkī, queerhistoriesofhawaii.org
Photo: Courtesy of Lei Pua ‘Ala
Lei Pua ‘Ala: Queer Histories of Hawai‘i Presents The Return of Kapaemahu
Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18 and 25, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Lei Pua ‘Ala’s new 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
Black Tulip Chorale
Saturday, June 7, 4 p.m.
The Black Tulip Chorale from Saint Louis, Missouri, presents an evening of music from women composers. The performance will include a lost mele from Queen Lili‘uokalani titled “Pua‘ena,” which was recently reconstructed from archival documents. This performance will also feature the exciting debut of the new Honolulu-based men’s chorus, Kāhea Ka‘iahea, dedicated to Hawaiian choral music.
Free, Kawaiaha‘o Church, 957 Punchbowl St., Downtown, blacktulipchorale.org, @blacktulipchorale
Out in Paradise: Screening and Talk Story
Tuesday, June 10, 6 to 8 p.m.
Enjoy a free screening of the film Out of Paradise, a documentary about gay life in Hawai‘i in 1993, kicking off this month’s Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival. This groundbreaking, award-winning film follows more than 30 women navigating their work, family and self-authenticity in a time and culture that rejected their sexuality. Afterwards, stick around to talk story about the film and its themes. RSVP is required.
Free, Hawai‘i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., Downtown, hawaiitheatre.com
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The 34th Honolulu AIDS Walk
Saturday, June 21, 8 a.m. to noon
Join the largest AIDS fundraiser in the state at Kapi‘olani Park, walk in solidarity in the continued fight against HIV/AIDS and donate to support the Hawai‘i State Harm Reduction Center’s programs. Registration and entertainment begins at 8 a.m., and the walk officially begins at 10 a.m. All registered participants who donate $25 will get an AIDS Walk T-shirt upon check-in.
Free, Kapi‘olani Park, 3840 Paki Ave., Waikīkī, hhhrc.org, @hhhrc_
Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival
Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival
Friday, June 27, through Sunday, June 29
This year, the venerated film festival celebrates its 36th anniversary during Pride Month. Check out the Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival for a weekend of international features, locally-made movies and food and live entertainment for attendees. Purchase tickets to screenings that pique your interest or plan for a weekend full of film and festivities with an all-access VIP pass.
$25–$85, Doris Duke Theatre, 900 S. Beretania St., Makiki, hrff.org, @hrfilmfest
Gender Journeys Day
Saturday, June 28, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This daylong conference on gender-affirming care for keiki seeks to bring together healthcare providers, educators and families to build a community that best serves gender-expansive youth. Sessions for both keiki and caregivers are provided. The conference will also offer didactic components and continuing education credits for medical and behavioral health providers.
$30–$200, John A. Burns School of Medicine, 651 Ilalo St., Kaka‘ako, genderjourneyshawaii.org
Alexander Pang is a regular contributor to HONOLULU Magazine.
