Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: July 25–31, 2024

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Queen Lili‘uokalani Keiki Hula Competition

Thursday, July 25, to Saturday, July 27

Cheer on the next generation of hula dancers at this prestigious annual contest exclusively for pint-sized competitors aged 6–12 years old. Similar to the Merrie Monarch Festival format, watch performances for Kahiko and ‘Auana categories as well as individual Miss and Master Keiki Hula awards. Plus, enjoy a vendor village at the Exhibition Hall with a craft and fashion fair, a display of historic Hawaiian memorabilia and an entertainment stage.

Family-friendly, $12 for competition admission tickets, free entry to the vendor village, Neal S. Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave., kpcas.org, @qlkeikihula

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Sharing the Butterfly Experience

Thursday, July 25, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday, July 26, and Saturday, July 27, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Sunday, July 28, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Catch the last weekend of the interactive butterfly exhibit at Pearlridge Center. Step into the butterfly house, learn about the life cycle of Monarchs, feed the delicate creatures and snap selfies. And, yes, you can even hold them (gently)!

Family-friendly, $8 per person, free for keiki under two, Pearlridge Center, Mauka Center Court, 98-1005 Moanalua Rd., pearlridgeonline.com, @sharingthebutterflyexperience

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International ‘Ukulele Festival of Hawai‘i

Saturday, July 27, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The event organizers behind the ‘Ukulele Picnic are bringing back the legacy of Roy and Kathy Sakuma’s ‘Ukulele Festival of Hawai‘i in a new form with this event. Expect killer performances by Raiatea Helm, Jake Shimabukuro and Crossing Rain plus international musicians and local keiki groups.

Family-friendly, free, Kapi‘olani Park Bandstand, Waikīkī, ukulelepicnicinhawaii.org, @intl_ukulele_fest

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Art in the Park

Saturday, July 27, 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Meet surf artist and photographer Nolan Andrew, the latest creative to be featured in month-long art exhibits at Sea Life Park’s Conservation Center. Admire his ocean-inspired artwork, enjoy music by Louis Solywoda and snack on pūpū, available for purchase. RSVP for the art show here.

Free, 41-202 Kalaniana‘ole Hwy., Waimānalo, sealifeparkhawaii.com, @sealifepark

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Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace ’80s Extravaganza

Sunday, July 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Go back in time in celebration of the outdoor market’s four-decade history. There will be radical roller skating (reservations required), jazzercise workouts, a golden ticket giveaway, food and retail vendors, specialty cocktails and plenty of neon. Mark your calendars for the upcoming ’90s (Aug. 25), 2000s (Sept. 29), and The Future is Now (Oct. 27) events too.

Family-friendly, $1 kama‘āina admission (cash only), free admission for keiki 11 and under, $20 per hour for roller skating, $10 skate rental, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd., alohastadium.hawaii.gov, @alohastadswapmeet