Join the fun with Because Hawaii at "Waikiki’s best, brain-busting trivia showdown where excitement and brain-power collide" at Wang Chungs Karaoke Bar every first and third Monday. The competition starts at 7:30, with drinks, snacks, and prizes to the top teams. "Get ready for a wild ride of unexpected twists and uproarious moments that will … Continue reading Trivia Night at Wang Chungʻs Karaoke Bar

The LGBTQIA Caregivers Support Group is an informal gathering of people who are caregivers for their spouses, partners and/or family members. They meet up every Tuesday morning at Island Brew at 8:30am to share their experiences and offer support. Whether your loved one is at home or in care, the LGBTQIA Caregivers Support Group believes … Continue reading LGBTQIA Caregivers Support Group

The QSERIES program (QUEERIFY and QUEERPHORIA) is a University of Hawaiʻi public service project designed to amplify queer voices. It also serves to mobilize queer folks to speak our truths, and connect queer folks and allies with information and one another for a stronger, healthier community.   The Spring program QUEERPHORIA serves as a precursor … Continue reading QUEERPHORIA: Gender Queer…

Civil Beat is back at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol for a discussion on the current legislative session with House Majority Leader Sean Quinlan (D), House Minority Leader Lauren Cheape Matsumoto (R), Senate Housing Committee Chair Stanley Chang (D), and Civil Beat Politics Editor Chad Blair and reporter Blaze Lovell. This event will be recorded and sent to all … Continue reading Civil Cafe: 2025 Legislative Update

Because Hawaii and Wang Chungʻs Karaoke Bar have teamed up for a new Musical Bingo night every Wednesday. The first game begins at 7:30pm, with two additional games following through the night. Itʻs free to play and lots of fun to sing along, and there are prizes for all winners! Learn more at Because Hawaii.

The nominations deadline for the Pacific Business News 2025 Business of Pride awards is March 7. These annual awards recognize outstanding LGBTQ business leaders, allies or advocates in Hawaiʻi who are making a difference in advancing equality and inclusion in the business world, as well as being active members in the community. For more information, … Continue reading Nominations deadline: 2025 Business of Pride Awards

Join the community for this free onstage conversation between Nadine Burke-Harris and Governor Josh Green as they discuss the lasting effects of trauma and effective strategies for healing. Trauma has profound and lasting effects. Adverse childhood events correlate to a range of negative health outcomes, from asthma to obesity, and have costs across society. Less … Continue reading Healing Together

Thirst Trap Theater, a new monthly queer arts event, is a femme-powered sensual art performance showcase by the island's sexiest dancers and drag kings. Presented by The Aphrodisiacs, itʻs a celebration of movement, music, and magic, and promises to be a feast for the senses. Thirst Trap Theatre is a stage for talented dancers to … Continue reading Thirst Trap Theatre

Following its Oʻahu premiere, Noa Helelā's Aloha Kāua historical drama about "ka wa ia Kaomi" during the early part of the reign of Kauikeaouli, plays at Maui's historic ʻĪao Theater, March 8 and 9. The play is directed by Taurie Kinoshita of the Hawai'i Conservatory of Performing Arts at Windward Community College. Aloha Kaua is … Continue reading Aloha Kāua at ʻĪao Theatre / Maui

Join the Aloha Bears for their popular Catamaran Cruise every second Sunday of the Month. Ticket purchasers meet at 11:30am. at Tapa’s Waikiki, 407 Seaside Avenue. You'll check in, meet and greet other passengers and enjoy a cocktail or two. Then walk over as a group at 12:30pm to the boarding area on the beach … Continue reading Aloha Bears Catamaran Cruise