Pasko!

Event Information:

We celebrate the holidays with Filipino cultural traditions!

Special thanks: Filipino Association of University Women. 

Note: Activities end at 3pm

ENTERTAINMENT

• Hear the Philippines' musical heritage in the sounds of youth orchestra Banda Kawayan, playing on bamboo instruments like the kalatok, angklung, kiskis, tongatong, and marimba.

• The Oahu Civic Orchestra play classical, pop, and contemporary offerings of holiday tunes.

•  The Tekniqlingz Dance Crew performs the tinikling dance—in traditional and hip hop versions.

• Join our favorite gospel group, Essence of Heaven Faith & Praise, and feel the holy holiday spirit.

• Noche Buena! Enjoy an elegant feast table complete with floral arrangements and festive decor using traditional Filipino patterns.

• Practice the traditional Filipino holiday greeting and gift exchange, Mano po Ninang/Ninong.

ACTIVITIES

• Weave and fold traditional Filipino colors to create your own Filipino themed gift bag, just in time for Pasko!

• Craft a festive paról star out of colorful tissue paper. Take it home and hang it up to celebrate the holiday season!

FAMILY FILM SUNDAY

Frozen Sing-Along
Directed by Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee. USA. 2013. 107 mins.
Grown ups and kids—let go with this sing a-long version of the magical, hilarious Disney extravaganza. Wear your princess dress!
General admission: $3
Children under 12: $1 

FAMILY DAY AT SPALDING HOUSE

Take the free shuttle from Honolulu Museum of Art for more activities and entertainment at our new Family Day at Spalding House in Makiki Heights.

DRAWING CONTEST

For kids (ages 1-17): 

The museum gives contestants a theme and drawing supplies. 
The winner receives a Supporting Membership to the Honolulu Museum of Art ($100 value), and his or her artwork is used to create the following month’s event brochure and is posted on the museum's website.

Congratulations to this month's special Make Art contest winner!

Angela Luo of Honolulu: