Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives and co-sponsor Oʻahu Cemetery Association are proud to announce the return of O'ahu Cemetery Pūpū Theatre — one of Honolulu's most distinctive and beloved living history events — for two long weekends in June 2026.

June 11, 12, 13 (Thursday, Friday, Saturday)
June 18, 19, 20 (Thursday, Friday, Saturday)

Who were the people who built the social fabric of Hawaiʻi? Step into the graveyard — and into history!

This year’s O’ahu Cemetery Pūpū Theatre, themed Caring for Our Community, honors five remarkable individuals whose lives of service, healing, and advocacy helped shape the islands we know today. As evening falls over the storied grounds of Oʻahu Cemetery, skilled performers portray Maria Jane Chamberlain Forbes, Dr. Iga Mōri, Lucy Kaiaka Ward, Emily Whitney Alexander Baldwin, and James Arthur Rath — each one a vital thread in the enduring tapestry of Hawaiʻi’s social history.

Rooted in original archival research and brought to life through intimate gravesite portrayals, O’ahu Cemetery Pūpū Theatre has earned more than 15 Poʻokela Awards since its 2011 debut. There is nothing else quite like it in Honolulu.

Event Details:
5:00 p.m. — Doors open at the cemetery chapel; enjoy drinks and bento dinner box as the sun sets
6:00 p.m. — Performances begin promptly

Your ticket for $60 includes a bento dinner box and one drink ticket. Choice of bento available at check out.

NOTE: Please bring cash. It is a cash only bar for wine, beer, soft drink & water. Mahalo!!

Get your tickets today, before we sell out (we always do!). See you there!