SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2026 Hawaii Parent 129 CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR!— A Heartwarming Holiday Tradition in Kaimuki There’s a tiny, magical area of Honolulu where the spirit of Christmas shines a little brighter. It is a place where families can enjoy an original holiday musical, take a photo with Santa, nibble on gingerbread cookies, sip elf-made hot chocolate, write letters to the North Pole, play in a swirling snow blizzard, dance beneath twinkling lights, and end the evening roasting s’mores over crackling fire pits. All of this holiday joy awaits you at the Christmas Spectacular, nestled cozily in the community of Kaimuki on the campus of Sacred Hearts Academy on Waialae Avenue. Mo‘olelo Performing Arts Studio proudly presents the 5th Annual Christmas Spectacular! Transforming the campus of Sacred Hearts Academy into a festive haven filled with comfort, cheer, and timeless holiday magic. If you’re looking for something special to do this season, this is the event to circle on your calendar. Running Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays December 4–20, with a special extension on Monday and Tuesday, December 21 and 22, this festive winter celebration offers a delightful array of activities for all ages. “THE YEAR CHRISTMAS WAS ALMOST CANCELLED”—An Original Holiday Musical! At the heart of the celebration is a touching new Christmas musical that reminds us of what the season is truly about. With performances in the newly renovated Sacred Hearts Auditorium, “The Year Christmas Was Almost Cancelled” follows Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their devoted elves as they face the emotional decision of having to cancel Christmas for a year.
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