The 45th Hawaii International Film Festival presented by Halekulani culminates with the HIFF45 Awards Ceremony and Reception, a distinguished evening honoring cinematic excellence from Asia, the U.S., and the Pacific. As an Academy Award®-qualifying festival, HIFF showcases the year’s most exceptional films and filmmakers, presenting top honors including Kau Ka Hōkū (International Feature), NETPAC, Made in Hawai‘i Short & Feature, Pasifika Short & Feature, Audience Awards Short & Feature, Best Short Film, and University Short Film.

Guests will enjoy a celebratory evening of awards, gourmet bites, and live music, mingling in true red-carpet fashion on Halekulani's stunning outdoor lawn as the sun sets - an elegant gathering under the stars. Join us for a reimagined reception, bringing together the entire film industry of the Pacific for an unforgettable night of connection and celebration.

Hosted bar and Heavy Pupus from Halekulani's award-winning chefs

Attire: Island Elegance