Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in April 2025

Photo: Courtesy of Blazing Saddles Hawai‘i

Blazing Saddles Hawai‘i

Tuesdays, April 1, 15, 22 and 29, 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., blazingsaddleshi.org

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Photo: Courtesy of Lei Pua ‘Ala

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

Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 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., queerhistoriesofhawaii.org, @queerhistoriesofhawaii

Musical Bingo at Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar

Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 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., wangchungs.com, @wangchungs

Hula’s Catamaran Saturdays

Saturdays, April 5, 12, 19 and 26, 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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$30, Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, 134 Kapahulu Ave., hulas.com, @hulaswaikiki

Trivia Night at Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar

Mondays, April 7 and 21, 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., wangchungs.com, @wangchungs

Kūpuna Movie Mornings: Singin’ in the Rain

Tuesday, April 8, 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 musical all-timer Singin’ in the Rain, starring Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds. Relish in the song and dance of this beloved American classic on the big screen. 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.

RSVP

Free, Hawai‘i Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel St., hawaiitheatre.com, @honolulupride

Volunteer with Gay For Good at the Honolulu Zoo

Saturday, April 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 9 p.m.

Volunteer with Gay For Good O‘ahu and assist the Honolulu Zoo with the Rhino Rendezvous gala! Morning or evening shifts are available. Morning volunteers will assist with table and chair setup, while evening volunteers will assist with guiding guests, tending to the silent auction and packing up the event. Evening volunteers must wear all-black and will be provided with light food. Bring water and snacks. Volunteers must sign up before April 5 at 9 a.m.

Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave., gayforgood.org, @gayforgood_oahu

Photo: Courtesy of The Aloha Bears

Aloha Bears Booze Cruise

Sunday, April 13, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

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$45, Tapa’s Waikīkī, 407 Seaside Ave., thealohabears.org, @thealohabears

Aloha Bears Bearaoke

Thursday, April 17, 8 to 10 p.m.

Hang out with The Aloha Bears and strum those vocal chords with karaoke and drinks at In Between, with no song fees for members of The Aloha Bears and their guests. In Between will be offering select shot specials.

In Between, 2155 Lau‘ula St, thealohabears.org, @thealohabears

Photo: Mahina CE Photography

Māhū Mix and Honolulu Horror Nights Present: Femme Fatale

Saturday, April 19, 6 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Dress up and throw down at this a night of spooky revelry at Hawaiian Brian’s, halfway to Halloween. From 6 to 7 p.m., the festivities begin with a social hour featuring vendors, performers and horror trivia with prizes. Grab a seat for a screening of the Japanese film Love hurts–sometimes literally from 7 to 9 p.m. (be advised that the film is gruesome and violent). Then, from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., hit the dance floor for four consecutive DJ sets.

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$8–$30, HB Social Club at Hawaiian Brian’s, 1680 Kapi‘olani Blvd., honoluluhorrornights.com, @mahumix808

NGLCC LGBTQ+ Sip & Pitch

Friday, Apr. 25, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Hosted by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce, Sip & Pitch is a monthly opportunity for LGBTQIA+ business owners to remotely pitch their business idea before a panel of experts and business owners to receive positive, constructive feedback. While presenters are chosen beforehand, you can apply online to be considered as a presenter for a future Sip & Pitch.

Zoom conference, nglcc.org, @nglcc

Volunteer with Gay For Good at the Surfrider Ocean-Friendly Garden

Saturday, April 26, 9 to 11 a.m.

Volunteer with Gay For Good O‘ahu for an Ocean Friendly Garden Workday. Plant native and climate-friendly species and do some weeding to refresh the garden space at the Surfrider Ocean Friendly Garden, clearing the way for local artists to work on the mural. Bring water, a hat, closed-toe shoes, reef-friendly sunscreen, long sleeves and long pants. Park for free at Kaka‘ako Waterfront Park and walk over to the garden.

Surfrider Ocean-Friendly Garden, 210 Coral St., gayforgood.org, @gayforgood