Celebrate the Magic of Christmas with the Spirit of Aloha! Presented by: Hawaiʻi Theatre Center, First Hawaiian Bank, and Mastercard Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026 Location: Historic Hawaii Theatre (1130 Bethel St, Honolulu, HI 98113) Doors Open 🚪: 6:00 PM | Showtime 🎤: 7:00 PM Tickets 🎟️: Kalanipeamusic.com or Hawaiitheatre.com Box Office Call 📞: (808) 528-0506 Experience the warmth, wonder, and joy of the holiday season at the 5th Annual Kalani Peʻa Hawaiian Christmas Show. This highly anticipated annual tradition returns to Honolulu’s historic stage for a magnificent, one-night-only bilingual celebration. Blending rich Hawaiian heritage with festive holiday cheer, this evening promises an unforgettable journey of story, song, and hula. 🌟 Meet the Headliner & Host Kalani Peʻa: The four-time Grammy® winner and Nā Hōkū Hanohano Male Vocalist of the Year commands the stage with his velvet-rich vocals. His unique style seamlessly blends classical Hawaiian music, contemporary hits, and smooth R&B. Mele Apana: The charismatic radio personality and beloved island entertainer guides the night with her signature wit, warmth, and vibrant energy. ✨ A Spectacular Lineup of Superstars Miss Aloha Hula 2026 Faith Kealohapauʻole Paredes: Fresh off her prestigious victory at the Merrie Monarch Festival, she brings world-class solo hula artistry and grace to the stage. In this special appearance, she will honor her lineage, Hālau Kekuaokalāʻauʻalaʻiliahi of Wailuku, Maui, and her parents and teachers, Nā Kumu Hula Haunani & ʻIliahi Paredes. Kumu Hula Shelsea Ai & Hālau Lilia Makanoe: Coming from the lineage of the legendary Hālau Hula ʻOlana under her parents, Howard & Olana Ai, Kumu Shelsea Ai leads her award-winning hālau to deliver breathtaking, synchronized group hula. They proudly serve as the house hālau for this Christmas show, a role they have held for half a decade. The Lim Family: Hailing from Kohala on the Big Island, this legendary family group features Sonny Lim, Lorna Lim, and Nani Lim Yap. While each is an individually masterly musician in their own right, they are honored to reunite as an ʻohana (family) to deliver pristine, time-honored vocal harmonies and instrumental mastery for this special holiday show. Keilana: A multi-talented, award-winning singer-songwriter who infuses the lineup with her mesmerizing, soulful voice blending contemporary R&B with her deep island roots. As Kalani Peʻa’s hand-selected guest for this entire 2026 holiday tour, she will join him on stage for an exclusive duet performance that can only be seen and heard at this special holiday show. ʻEkolu Mea Nui: Featuring Joshua “Baba” Tavares, Ikaika Mendez, and Pono Cummings, this phenomenal vocal trio preserves traditional leo kiʻekiʻe (falsetto) singing and classic Hawaiian melodies. Making their debut on this prestigious stage as a group, the trio brings a contemporary flair of viral harmonies to the evening's performance. 24-VII Danceforce: Injecting high-octane energy into the night, this premier dance studio showcases explosive creativity and modern choreography spanning hip-hop, contemporary, and musical theater styles. Event Details & Schedule Location: Historic Hawaiʻi Theatre (Honolulu, HI) Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026 Doors Open 🚪: 6:00 PM Showtime 🎤: 7:00 PM Tickets 🎟️: Kalanipeamusic.com/shows Box Office Call 📞: (808) 528-0506 Proudly Presented by: Mastercard & First Hawaiian Bank Join us on a journey through the 2026 season of entertainment, as Mastercard, First Hawaiian Bank, and Hawaii Theatre join forces in an extraordinary partnership. Together, they are proud to present a series of sensational shows designed to craft unforgettable moments for cardholders and the entire community.  For Mastercard and First Hawaiian Bank, the alliance with Hawaii Theatre is more than a collaboration. It stands as a commitment to the preservation of this iconic institution, which serves as a cornerstone in the Chinatown Arts and Culture District. This dedication ensures a lasting legacy that will resonate for generations to come.