OUTRIGGER-Sponsored Events Calendar
December Calendar PDF, HERE
OUTRIGGER Kā‘anapali Beach Resort and Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy Co-Title Sponsor the Inaugural First Responder and Military Honolua Classic
Sunday, December 15 thru January 10, 2025 | Honolua
In a heartfelt gesture of appreciation and community support, OUTRIGGER Kā‘anapali Beach Resort and Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy are proud to announce their co-title sponsorship of the inaugural First Responder and Military Honolua Classic. This exclusive, invitation-only surf contest honors Maui’s first responders and military community, bringing them together at Honolua Bay—one of Hawaii’s most celebrated surf spots. The event is set to take place on a weekend during the holding period from December 15, 2024 to January 10, 2025, with the exact date announced 72 hours in advance based on optimal surf conditions.
World Premiere of Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Auana
Tuesday, December 17 | OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel
Cirque du Soleil and OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group host the World Premiere of ‘Auana, the first resident Cirque du Soleil production in Hawai‘i. This landmark event will feature VIP guests inclusive of Hollywood celebrities and beloved local entertainers as they walk across the red carpet at the OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel starting at 6pm. This exclusive VIP experience spotlights the groundbreaking production at the custom-designed 784-seat OUTRIGGER Theater. ‘Auana proves to be a tantalizing display of world-class entertainment infused with Hawaiian culture, mele and oli (songs and chants) and traditional hula. OUTRIGGER Hosts can see the show for themselves at their convenience from now until the end of next year, Dec. 31, 2025, with two free tickets (see HERE).
Hoops in Hawai’i Christmas Classic Basketball Tournament
Thursday, December 19 | St. Francis Gym in Manoa, aka the “Shark Tank”
Men’s and Women’s Collegiate Basketball games are once again coming to Hawaii for the Holidays via the Hoops in Hawaii Classic, put on by College Tournaments Hawaii LLC, in partnership with OUTRIGGER Resorts and Hotels, Hawaii Pacific Health, Sea Life Park Hawaii, and Sports Travel Hawaii. After the successful Thanksgiving week event that included nine teams, the much bigger December event will be played December 19-22 at Host School, Hawaii Pacific University, with 16 teams from across the country. More event information can be found at scoringlive.com/hoopsinhawaii
Note: In continued efforts to promote and expose Hawaii youth to different levels of Collegiate Basketball, everyone 18 years of age and under are free of charge (with school ID). Admission Info
Coaches vs Cancer
Friday, December 20 | 7p | Kani Ka Pila Grille at OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
OUTRIGGER and local community leaders are once again uniting with the Hawaiian Airlines Diamond Head Classic tournament coaches to battle cancer right here in Hawai‘i. As part of Coaches vs. Cancer, some of collegiate basketball’s top coaches have joined forces with some of Hawaii’s best-loved organizations to help raise funds to benefit the Clarence T.C. Ching Hope Lodge.
The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge program provides a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers. More than just a roof over their heads, it’s a nurturing community that helps patients access the care they need. The American Cancer Society Clarence T.C. Ching Hope Lodge in Honolulu offers guest rooms located near treatment centers in the area and provides an invaluable resource for neighbor island families receiving treatment in Honolulu.
The event is a very special one for Ganot who helped launch it nearly a half dozen years ago as a member of the Coaches vs. Cancer national council. “This fundraiser is an event that I look forward to each year and one that I hold very dear to my heart,” Ganot said. “The Hope Lodge is such a vital resource to our Hawai‘i community in the battle against cancer. I’m grateful for the turnout of people in supporting such an important cause and am thrilled to see how much it’s grown over the years. I extend a huge mahalo to ESPN Events, OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels, and all the fantastic local organizations who have helped make all this possible.”
“It’s inspiring to see competitive coaches unite as one to win the battle against cancer – the OUTRIGGER team is honored to be the host venue of Coaches vs. Cancer for the last seven years and help show our community that they are not alone in this fight, said Sean Dee, EVP and chief commercial officer for OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels.
Hawaiian Airlines Diamond Head Classic, sponsored by OUTRIGGER
Saturday, December 21 – December 25 | Stan Sheriff Center at UH Manoa
Messiah & More with Full Orchestra
Sunday, December 22 | 4-5:30p | OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
The Hawaii Bowl
Tuesday, December 24 | Clarence T.C. Ching Complex | Learn More
Under The New Moon
Tuesday, December 31 | 5p | Kūlia i ka Nuʻu | Honoring Queen Kapiʻolani | OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa