20 HAWAII PARENT July/August 2025 LILIUOKALANI KEIKI HULA CONTEST July 24 to 26 The Kalihi-Pālama Culture & Arts Society, Inc. will host the 2025 Queen Liliʻuokalani Keiki Hula Competition from July 24 to 26 at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center, celebrating its 50th Anniversary. Over 600 young dancers, ages 6 to 12, from 25 hula hālau across Hawaiʻi and Toronto, Canada, will compete in traditional and contemporary hula. The event includes solo and group competitions, showcasing both kahiko and ʻauana styles. The public can also enjoy the Keiki Hula Festival: Pop-Up Mākeke with local artists, royal memorabilia from the Hawaiʻi State Archives, live performances, and fashion from local designers. See more at keikihula.org. SUNSET MOVIE AT WAIKIKI Last Saturdays of May to Sept. Sunset on the Beach is a free, familyfriendly event held at Queen’s Surf Beach in Waikīkī, offering movies on a 30-foot screen, live Hawaiian-style entertainment, and delicious meals from local restaurants. Taking place on the last Saturdays of each month from May through September 2025, this community favorite is presented by Southwest Airlines. The evening begins around 4:30 p.m., with movies starting after sunset. Enjoy a relaxed night by the ocean with food, fun, and entertainment for all ages. Follow the Waikiki Improvement Association on Facebook for event updates and movie announcements. Information at waikikiimprovement.com.
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