Juneteenth block party celebrates freedom, culture
The third annual Juneteenth Block Party was held Wednesday afternoon at the Tom Moffatt Waikiki Shell. Organized by Do It For The Culture Hawaii, a nonprofit organization committed to reducing microaggressions and creating a more inclusive society, the event consisted of live music, performances and brought over 40 vendors and food trucks.
1/17
Swipe or click to see more
People enjoy the sun during a celebration of Juneteenth on Wednesday.
2/17
Swipe or click to see more
P.M. Azinga, left, candidate for House District 30, and Patricia Rushing, president of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Coalition, read a proclamation from Gov. Josh Green.
3/17
Swipe or click to see more
Mia Duval, of Casual Movements, fixes a head sarong on Bob DeShields.
4/17
Swipe or click to see more
Felicia Rishty, left, coordinator of Sewa Fare West African drum and dance, and dancer Edward Joseph, front, lead participants in a dance on Wednesday.
5/17
Swipe or click to see more
People participate in a dance lead by Sewa Fare West African drum and dance.
6/17
Swipe or click to see more
Felicia Rishty, coordinator of Sewa Fare West African drum and dance, leads participants in a dance.
7/17
Swipe or click to see more
Naraiya David, 4, keeps cool under an umbrella while waiting to enjoy Juneteenth festivities with her father, Andrew Bell.
8/17
Swipe or click to see more
Drummers with Sewa Fare perform on Wednesday.
9/17
Swipe or click to see more
Felicia Rishty, coordinator of Sewa Fare West African drum and dance, leads participants in a dance.
10/17
Swipe or click to see more
Felicia Rishty, right, coordinator of Sewa Fare West African drum and dance, leads participants in a dance on Wednesday.
11/17
Swipe or click to see more
Felicia Rishty, left, coordinator of Sewa Fare West African drum and dance, and dancer Edward Joseph, front, lead participants in a dance on Wednesday.
12/17
Swipe or click to see more
A tai chi performance took place Wednesday.
13/17
Swipe or click to see more
Mia Duval, of Casual Movements, fixes a head sarong on Bob DeShields.
14/17
Swipe or click to see more
Dancer Edward Joseph, front, of Sewa Fare West African drum and dance, leads participants in a dance on Wednesday.
15/17
Swipe or click to see more
Dancer Edward Joseph, front, of Sewa Fare West African drum and dance, leads participants in a dance on Wednesday.
16/17
Swipe or click to see more
Dancer Edward Joseph, front, of Sewa Fare West African drum and dance, leads participants in a dance on Wednesday.
17/17
Swipe or click to see more
P.M. Azinga, left, candidate for House District 30, and Patricia Rushing, president of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Coalition, read a proclamation from Gov. Josh Green.
Kalani High School launches new Coast Guard JROTC program
Volcano in Iceland erupts for 10th time in 3 years
Russia hits Ukraine with ICBM
Kekahuna appears in court charged with 2nd degree attempted murder and assault
Hotel guests admire holiday sand sculptures at the Sheraton Waikiki
Powerful storm hits the U.S. Pacific Northwest and western Canada
Funeral of former One Direction singer Liam Payne held near London
Honolulu police officers recognized during promotion ceremony
Trump, Musk watch SpaceX launch Starship
Subscriber Favorites
Matt Gaetz drops bid for Trump attorney general amid opposition
Graphic police report alleges assault by Trump’s defense pick
Police officer seriously injured in collision in Kapolei
30-year fixed-rate mortgage approaches 7%
Trump picks Pam Bondi for Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
More Photo Galleries
Kalani High School launches new Coast Guard JROTC program
Volcano in Iceland erupts for 10th time in 3 years
Russia hits Ukraine with ICBM
Kekahuna appears in court charged with 2nd degree attempted murder and assault
Hotel guests admire holiday sand sculptures at the Sheraton Waikiki
