Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: July 11–17, 2024
Sip a free Slurpee, see a surf flick, explore a new Bishop Museum exhibit, listen to ‘ukulele tunes and more.
Photo: Credit Tina Mahina
Hawai‘i ‘Ukulele Festival
Sunday, July 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Love the ‘ukulele? Celebrate its culture, history and sound at this annual festival at Kapi‘olani Park. Enjoy performances from top entertainers, including Kris Fuchigami, Mika Kane and Ku‘ipo Kumukahi, as well as keiki from local music schools. Stick around for the craft vendors, plenty of food booths and a Hawaiian cultural activities zone.
Family-friendly, free, Kapi‘olani Park Bandstand, Waikīkī, hawaiiukulelefestival.com, @hawaiiukulelefestival
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Photo: Courtesy of 7-Eleven Hawai‘i
Free Slurpee Day
Thursday, July 11, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
One of our favorite days of summer is here! Beat the heat with this icy tradition in celebration of 7-Eleven Day. Stop in at any Hawai‘i location for a free small Slurpee while supplies last, no purchase necessary. Look out for the local flavors pickled mango and pass-o-guava! You can even score a free reusable tote bag with any purchase, while supplies last.
Family-friendly event, free, all Hawai‘i 7-Eleven locations, 7elevenhawaii.com, @7elevenhi
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Photo: Credit Justin Yoto
Asana and Architecture
Saturday, July 13, 1 to 3 p.m.
Take your yoga practice outside the studio for an inspiring session high above Honolulu at the Liljestrand House. Flow through poses to the beat of a live DJ, take a tour of the iconic midcentury modern home designed by architect Vladimir Ossipoff and enjoy refreshments paired with breathtaking views.
$100, Liljestrand House, 3300 Tantalus Dr., liljestrandhouse.org, @liljestrand_house
SEE ALSO: The Liljestrand House: Honolulu’s Midcentury Architectural Gem
Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu Museum of Art
Honolulu Surf Film Festival
Thursday, July 11, to Sunday, August 4
A stellar summer lineup of surf cinema, events and talk story sessions kicks off this weekend at the Doris Duke Theatre. Book your tickets now for the packed schedule of shorts and features from Hawai‘i and around the world, including The Shape of Things: The Dick Brewer Story, a new documentary about the renowned local board shaper, and Many Classic Moments, a recently restored 1978 film showcasing legends like Buttons Kaluhiokalani, Dane Kealoha, Shawn Tomson and Mark Rydell.
$15 for general admission tickets, Doris Duke Theatre, Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania St., (808) 532-8700, honolulumuseum.org, @honolulumuseum
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Photo: Courtesy of Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum
Bishop Museum After Hours: Lele o Nā Manu Grand Opening
Friday, July 12, 5 to 9 p.m.
Check out the newest exhibit at Bishop Museum featuring 47 detailed carvings of endemic Hawaiian honeycreepers by master craftsman Haruo Uchiyama at this month’s pau hana event. Hear from the artists and researchers behind the display, learn how to protect our native birds, get hands-on at activity booths and enjoy food vendors on the Great Lawn.
Family-friendly event, $10 pre-sale, $15 general admission, Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice St., (808) 847-3511, bishopmuseum.org, @bishopmuseum
