Waikīkī Film Awards – Honoring Ciara Lacy & Paula Fuga
2025-08-23 18:00 - 22:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel, 2300 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Join us for the inaugural Waikīkī Film Awards at the OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel, in partnership with Hawaiian Aroma Café, Hawai‘i Film Alliance, and Richmond Family Films. This free public event celebrates Native Hawaiian storytelling through film, honoring local filmmakers Ciara Lacy (The Queen’s Flowers) and Paula Fuga (Kūkini) for their extraordinary contributions to Hawaiian cinema.
The evening will feature a red-carpet welcome, Hawaiian dance performance, screenings of the award-winning films, an on-stage awards presentation, a Q&A with filmmaker Fairai Richmond, and a special musical performance by Paula Fuga.
Experience a night where art, culture, and community come together in the heart of Waikīkī.

Chaperone Event at Ward Theatres
2025-09-12 19:00 - 22:00
Support local films with this special community screening.

Lilo & Stitch Meet & Greet
2025-09-13 10:00 - 13:00
Celebrate Disney’s Lilo & Stitch with cast members Kaipo Dudoit and Amy Hill at this fan event hosted at Kualoa Ranch.

HFA Legislative Talk: Learn, Share, and Get Involved
2025-09-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Online: Zoom Event, HI, United States
Join us for a special virtual event: HFA Legislative Talk: Learn, Share, and Get Involved, happening Saturday, September 13 at 5 PM.
This gathering is a chance to connect with the team working behind the scenes to shape and advocate for legislation that strengthens Hawai‘i’s film and television industry. We’ll share updates on current priorities, listen to your concerns, and invite feedback on what matters most to you.
Your voice is vital.
At HFA, we believe in collective leadership — and we want this process to reflect our entire community. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, emerging creative, or supporter of Hawaiʻi’s creative economy, we welcome your input.
Interested in attending?
Email us at contact@hawaiifilmalliance.org with your name, organization (if any), and a brief note on why you’d like to join. We’ll follow up with the Zoom link and registration details before the event.

HFC 72-Hour Film Challenge
2025-09-14
Support Hawai‘i filmmakers during the 72-Hour Film Challenge! Attend the public screening and judging session featuring local creators.

HFA Year-End Pau Hana
2025-12-07 16:00 - 20:00 | Moani Waikiki – International Market Place, 2330 Kalākaua Ave #312, Honolulu, 96815, United States
Details:

Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Moani Waikiki – International Market Place
Music By: Johnny Helm & Pukz in the City
Free Cover for HFA Members
Hosted pupus 4–5 PM
Happy hour specials all night
Raffle prizes

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