Aloha Tequila & Arts Festival set for June 20 in Waikiki

By AI, Created 6:11 PM UTC, May 27, 2026, /AGP/ – Aloha Cancer Project is launching the inaugural Aloha Tequila & Arts Festival on June 20, 2026, at International Market Place in Honolulu’s Waikiki neighborhood. The event aims to draw locals and visitors with tequila, food, music and art while raising money for Hawaii cancer patients and families.

Why it matters: - The festival gives Honolulu a new large-scale lifestyle event during Father’s Day weekend. - Proceeds will support Aloha Cancer Project, a Honolulu-based 501(c)(3) that helps cancer patients and families across Hawaii. - The event is designed to position Oʻahu as a destination for premium food, drink, and cultural experiences.

What happened: - Aloha Cancer Project announced the inaugural Aloha Tequila & Arts Festival for Saturday, June 20, 2026. - The festival will take place at International Market Place in Waikiki, Honolulu. - The event runs from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. - Tickets are available at the festival website.

The details: - The festival will feature 80+ premium tequilas, mezcals, and agave spirits. - VIP tastings, a rare-pour vault, and additive-free selections are part of the event. - Top Oʻahu restaurants will provide street food and culinary offerings. - Live music, DJs, mariachi, and cultural performances are planned. - The festival will include Hawaiian art, live painting, and an artisan mercado. - Interactive brand activations and immersive experiences are also on the schedule. - Event organizers list the location as 2330 Kalākaua Ave, Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815. - Media and partnership inquiries go to Mark Becker at everything@8eight8.net or 808-301-2134. - Festival updates are posted on social media under @alohatequilafest. - The festival’s social channels include Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

Between the lines: - The event blends agave culture with Hawaiian arts and entertainment to create a broader festival experience, not just a tasting event. - Organizer Mark Becker said the team is aiming for a high-energy, premium experience and said Hawaii has not seen a tequila festival at this level. - The release frames the festival as part of rising global interest in tequila and as a draw for both residents and visitors. - The host group includes Mark Becker, Aloha Cancer Project, Darrell Chock of Viper Group Media/Hawaii’s Best Kitchens, and Maleko McDonnell of Diner En Blanc. - The announcement also references Christa Wittmier and Daniel Gray as founders of Aloha Cancer Project, and says the nonprofit’s mission continues through Flash Hansen and Mark Becker.

What’s next: - Festival organizers will continue promoting tickets, sponsorships, and media opportunities ahead of the June 20 event. - The event will test whether Honolulu can support a recurring premium tequila and culture festival. - If attendance meets expectations, the festival could become a new annual draw for Oʻahu.