AAF Hawaii has many exciting events throughout the year that support and inspire the advertising community. We look forward to seeing you soon!
2021 ABCs of JOBS
Thursday, April 15 | Starts at 6p
Zoom
Please join us for a special ZOOM featuring guest panelists from our local industry. This event is presented by AAF Hawaii and AIGA Honolulu to assist graduating college students with tips and insights on how to land their first job in advertising and design during these unprecedented times. We have a limited amount of seats available so please be sure to RSVP early. Once we confirm your reservation, we will provide you with the ZOOM link and access code via separate email.
PAST EVENTS
2021 VIRTUAL ADMANIA
Thursday, January 21 | Starts at 6p
Zoom
Your favorite trivia night just went digital! It's the same high-energy game you all know and love, just online and #covidsafe. We are looking for 10 teams to compete. Per usual, each team will have opportunities to send rival contestants to jail and bail their own team members out throughout the evening.
DO GOOD & EAT FOR AAF
Ends Thursday, January 14
Uncle Bo's Kapahulu location only
In an effort to fundraise for our education scholarship programs, we've partnered with Uncle Bo's Restaurant Kapahulu to offer you all a dinner special for two, that includes caesar salad, the Boss pizza and chicken alfredo pasta (standard price is $63)! When you order the special and mention AAF Hawaii, we'll get 20% of the sale. We'll use that money to fund our Shining Star and Professional scholarships.
HOLIDAY HUI RAISED $2,741!
Congratulations to Jennifer Armstrong of PRSA on winning our Holiday Hui raffle prize package of an annual membership to each of the hui associations: AAF Hawai‘i, Ad 2 Hawai'i, AMA Hawai'i, and PRSA Hawai'i! Our Holiday Hui raised $2,741 for holiday gifts and assistance to underserved keiki and kupuna - mahalo to all who donated to our fundraiser, we greatly appreciate your support!
2020 AD PEOPLE AWARDS
Thursday, November 12 | 6p-6:30p
Zoom
Each year, AAF-Hawaii and District 13 recognize and celebrate exceptional professionals in our advertising and design community. We are pleased to announce our 2020 People of the Year winners!
MINDSET PERFORMANCE COACHING
Wednesday, November 18 | 12p
Zoom
Join Corey Campbell, CEO & Founder of Akamai Training & Consulting as we learn ways to activate a powerful mindset, shift into a peak state of performance, and establish a practical system to identify, discover, and implement the changes you need to make to maximize your productivity every day and eliminate problems as they come.
BRAND BASH 2020
Thursday, October 29 | 6p-7p
Zoom
Time to dress as your favorite characters and mascots from memorable brands or advertisements and join us virtually with your cocktail to play games and mingle in true Halloween style! Prizes will be awarded for the best individual and group costumes. All proceeds benefit scholarship funds for students and professionals in the fields of advertising, marketing and design.
QUARANTINI MIXER
Wednesday, September 23 | 6p-7p
Zoom
AAF Hawaii members and those interested in becoming members are invited to this FREE event to learn about the benefits of AAF Hawaii and get the chance to meet, talk and connect with other individuals in the industry.
PELE Hana
Friday, May 8 | 5p-6p
Facebook Live
We're sad that we can't be together this year for the Pele Awards in person, but we don't want to miss out on celebrating the great work that our local Advertising, Design, and Production community have created this year! So let's all grab a drink, get cozy on the couch, tune into the virtual presentation, and say a cheers to our industry!
ABCs of JOB
Thursday, April 30 | 5p-6p
Zoom
Our first virtual and one of the most popular annual events where students get to hear from professionals in the field.
meet the pele judges
Tuesday, March 3 | 5:30p-8:00p
Dave & Busters in Ward Village
One of the most illuminating events of the year. Come and meet our esteemed Pele Judges and hear about their past work and professional experiences.
admania
Thursday, January 16 | 5:30p-8:30p
Dave & Busters
Test your advertising, design and pop culture knowledge at one of our most popular (and competitive) events, which features a trivia game, food, drinks and loads of fun.
CHristmas Carol-oke
Tuesday, December 10 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Nocturna Lounge
500 Ala Moana Blvd #5d, Honolulu, HI 96813
Come mingle and jingle with our clubs as we celebrate the holiday season with a pau hana and karaoke session!
Optional: Bring a wrapped unused item from home to exchange in our White Elephant.
The event is free for AAF and Ad 2 members / $10 for non members.
BRAND BASH 2019
Friday, October 18 | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Wall-to-Wall Studios
1128 Nuuanu Avenue, Suite 203, Honolulu HI 96817 (MAP)
We are back at it for our 3rd annual costume party! Join us dressed as your favorite characters and mascots from memorable brands or advertisements. Prizes will be awarded for the best individual and group costumes. Proceeds benefit scholarships for college students interested in entering the fields of advertising, marketing and design and continuing education for professionals at well.
MAUI CREATIVE NETWORKING EVENT
Thursday, October 24, 2019 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Empanada Lady • 2119 W. Vineyard St, Wailuku, HI 96793
Calling all Maui Creatives! Network, renew your membership or join AAF Hawaii for the first time with special rates!
Member mahalo mixer
Thursday, September 26, 2019 | Event 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
REAL Gastropub • 506 Keawe St, Honolulu, HI 96813
We're starting a new year for our AAF Hawaii club and we'd like to thank our great members for joining us this past year to support the advertising industry in Hawaii! So come celebrate with us as we look forward to what this next year has to offer.
SYNERGY: A COLLECTIVE SOCIAL
Thursday, September 19, 2019 | Event 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Dave & Buster's Rooftop Bar • 1030 Auahi St, Honolulu, HI 96814
The local chapters of AAF Hawaii (that's us!), Ad 2 Honolulu, AMA Hawaii, PRSA Hawaii, AIGA Honolulu and SME Honolulu present Synergy - A Collective Social. Mix and mingle with our community's top marketing and communications professionals - all in one place! Enjoy pupus and drinks with live entertainment by Tioni and Wade Acoustic Duo.
ADMONTH 2019
Event Information
AbCS OF JOBS
Thursday, April 11, 2019 | Event 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wall-to-Wall Studios • 1128 Nuuanu Avenue #203 • Honolulu, HI 96817
This event, geared towards college seniors and young professionals, features an all star panel of advertising and design pros who will share their experiences getting their first jobs and insights on what they look for in prospective applicants. Space is limited for this popular event so register today!
Sponsored by AAF Hawaii and our friends at AIGA Honolulu
Tickets: FREE for the first 30 registered guests.
2019 PELE AWARDS
2019 Pele Awards Show
Saturday, April 20
5:30pm-10:00pm
Royal Hawaiian Hotel - Monarch Room
2259 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu HI 96815
Save the date for the 40th Anniversary Pele Awards Show celebrating the best work of our industry in Hawaii. Tickets are available now at peleawards.com
Meet the pele judges
Tuesday, February 26, 2019 | Registration 5:30 pm | Event 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Honolulu Club - 932 Ward Avenue, #7, Honolulu HI 96814
Don't miss one of our most popular events of the year! Meet our esteemed 2019 Pele Judges: Tavia Holmes, Fabian Herrmann, and Matt Rivitz and learn about their work and secrets to success.
Sponsored by AAF Hawaii and our friends at AIGA Honolulu
Tickets: $35 Early Bird (thru 2/20); $45 AAF, Ad 2, AIGA Members & Pele Entrants; $55 Non-members; $60 at the door
ADMANIA 2019
Thursday, January 10 | Registration 5:30 pm | Event 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dave & Buster's @ Ward Village - 1030 Auahi Street, Honolulu HI 96814
Test your triva knowledge of all-things-advertising while mingling with industry professionals in a lightning-fast, knock-your-socks-off-competitive, crazy fun evening! Sign up as a team (of 8) or individually. Heavy pupus provided, no host bar.
Tickets are: $175 for a team of 8; $25 for AAF-Hawaii and Ad 2 Members; and $30 for non-members.
BRAND BASH 2018
Thursday, October 25 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wisp - Lotus Hotel Diamond Head
2885 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu HI 96815 (MAP)
Save the date for our 2nd annual costume party extravaganza! Join us dressed as your favorite characters and mascots from memorable brands or advertisements. Prizes will be awarded for the best individual and group costumes. Proceeds benefit scholarships for college students interested in entering the fields of advertising, marketing and design. We're also planning for our online and event silent auction again this year. Individual tickets are $40 and includes entry, one drink and delicious bites from Wisp Restaurant and Lounge.Individual pre-sale tickets - $40 / At-the-door - $50
For updates follow @aafhawaii on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter.
Member Mahalo Mixer
Thursday, September 13 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Bevy - 675 Auahi Street, #130, Honolulu HI 96813 (MAP)
We're saying mahalo to our members for making this past year at AAF Hawaii such a memorable one. And we're also excited to celebrate our win as Division IV Club of the Year!
You're invited to join us as we look forward to what this next year has to offer. And to make it even more special, we're offering everyone one-time only, event-exclusive discounted rates:
$40 New Member discounted price* | $40 Ad2 Transitional price* | 40% off for renewing members
(*Regular price is $175)
The event is free and parking is available on the street or in the SALT parking garage with the entrance on Keawe Street.
AdMONTH 2018
AdMonth 2018 is just around the corner! AAF Hawaii has planned a great line up this year, so get your tickets now! Some details are still in the works. Please check back for updates on the rest of the month's awesome advertising programming. You can also follow us on social media for the latest: @aafhawaii on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter.
Note that some of the events have their own specific registration, look for the details under those listings.
May 1 / AdMonth Kick-Off Social Networking Mixer
5:30p-8:30p @ Aloha Beer Co. “TAPROOM" - 700 Queen Street
Free, must RSVP
May 2 / HCC Portfolio Review “Fused Show”
4:00p-8:00p @ HCC, Hale Aina Cafeteria - 874 Dillingham Blvd
Free, contact school directly to attend
May 4 / SAG AFTRA Pre-Cinco de Mayo
5:00p-7:00p @ Homer Maxey Int'l Trade Center - 521 Ala Moana Blvd
Free, must RSVP
May 5 / High School Pele Awards Ceremony
8:00a-12:00p @ Farrington High School - 1564 North King Street
Admission $6, details
May 9 / KCC Portfolio Review “NEXUS”
5:30p-8:30p @ KCC - 4303 Diamond Head Road
Free, contact school directly to attend
May 10 / UH Manoa BFA Graphic Design Showcase "Proximity"
5:30p-9:00p @ Lana Lane Studios - 327 Lana Lane
Free, contact school directly to attend
May 11 / AIGA Honolulu + KouWork Social
6:00p-9:00p @ KouWork - 814 Ilaniwai Street
Free, details
May 17 / Ad2 Honolulu’s Annual Fundraiser “Sip & Savor”
5:30p-8:30p @ Artistry Honolulu - 461 Cooke Street
Tickets $36-50, details
May 18 / Anthology Agency Tour & Pau Hana Movie “Milton Glaser: To Inform & Delight”
5:30p-8:30p @ Anthology - 1003 Bishop Street, 9th Floor
Free, must RSVP
May 22 / Wall-to-Wall Studios “Wall of Fortune”
5:30p-7:30p @ Wall-to-Wall Studios - 1128 Nuuanu Ave, #203
Free, must RSVP
May 23 / Nella Media Group NMG Scholarships Winners + New NMG Network Platform Showcase & Pau Hana
6:00p-8:00p @ NMG - 36 N Hotel Street, Suite A
Free, must RSVP (25 max)
May 24 / MVNP "Mixed Plate" Agency Tour + Workshops + Pau Hana
5:00p-7:30p @ MVNP - 745 Fort Street, #900
Free, 21 and over, must RSVP
May 25 / Montaj9 “Iron Chef Edit Challenge”
5:15p-8:15p @ Montaj9 - 707 Richards Street, #500
Free, must RSVP (20 max)
May 30 / Summit Media “Promo-lympics 2018”
2:00p-4:00p @ Ala Moana Beach Park
Free, for college students looking for summer internships (20 max)
May 31 / AdMonth Closing Event + “Best of Show” Winners
6:00p-9:00p, KouWork (sponsored by Jet Graphics)
Free, must RSVP
2018 Pele Awards Show
Save the Date for "A Pele Love Story" on Saturday, April 21
Monarch Room in The Royal Hawaiian Hotel - 2259 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu HI 96815
Presented by lead Creative Agency James Sereno and Kinetic Productions, Inc. in partnership with Anthology Marketing Group.
Ticket Reservation Forms will be available soon. New this year is final RSVP of Guest List and Payment Deadline will be Monday, April 9th.
ABCs of JOBs
Thursday, April 12 | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
KouWork - 814 Ilaniwai Street, Honolulu HI 96813 (MAP)
Presented in partnership with AIGA Honolulu. This event is intended for college students and recent graduates to learn from a panel of advertising and design professionals who represent various facets of the industry. Panelists will share their experiences of entering their professions and share helpful advice to participants. The event is free, but limited to the first 40 respondents. Early RSVPs are encouraged.
MEET THE 2018 PELE JUDGES
Friday, March 2 | 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
KouWork - 814 Ilaniwai Street, Honolulu HI 96813 (MAP)
Meet the illustrious judges for this year's Pele Awards: Amy Hood co-founder and lead designer at Hoodzpah, Inc. in Newport Beach; Jennifer Maer, design director at IDEO in San Francisco; and Roz Romney, a freelance art director and creative director in San Francisco. Drinks and food from Da Spot provided. Sponsored by AAF-Hawaii and AIGA Hawaii.
Parking is limited, so try to carpool or use alternative transportation methods. Reserved VIP parking and limited nearby street or structure stalls ($1.50/hour) are available.
Tickets are: $30 presale (before 2/26) / $45 regular for AAF, AD2, AIGA Members and Pele Entrants; $55 for non-members and $60 at-the-door.
MORE INFORMATION >
REGISTER NOW >
ADMANIA
Thursday, January 25 | Registration 5:30 pm | Event 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dave & Buster's @ Ward Village - 1030 Auahi Street, Honolulu HI 96814
Test your triva knowledge of all-things-advertising while mingling with industry professionals in a lightning-fast, knock-your-socks-off-competitive, crazy fun evening! Sign up as a team (of 8) or individually. Heavy pupus provided, no host bar.
Tickets are: $175 for a team of 8; $25 for AAF-Hawaii and Ad 2 Members; and $30 for non-members.
MORE INFORMATION >
REGISTER NOW >
HO! HO! HOEDOWN!
Tuesday, December 19 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Nashville Waikiki @ Aloha Tower Marketplace
Join AAF Hawaii and Ad 2 Honolulu to celebrate the holidays in style with a good 'ole fashion Hoedown! Dress in your best cowboy or cowgirl outfit and bring a canned good donation for our non-profit partner ALOHA HARVEST and a white elephant gift ($10 limit and the funnier the better)! Light pupus provided.
FREE for AAF-Hawaii and Ad 2 Members
$10 for non-members
VR + MARKETING & BEYOND
Tuesday, November 14 | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm | VR Junkies - Ala Moana Center
(Lower level by Goma Tei)
Join us at Honolulu's newest virtual reality arcade VR JUNKIES for dialogue and demonstrations with 3 companies using VR for different applications in the marketing world and beyond. Our panel includes DEVIN EHRIG OF SHADOW FACTORY(Hong Kong), representatives from ISLAND FILM GROUP (Gaming) and HMSA (VR for Healthcare). Light pupus and refreshments provided.
FREE for AAF-Hawaii and Ad 2 Members who RSVP
$5 for members at the door / $10 for non-members
BRAND BASH 2017
Friday, September 29 | 6:00 pm | Artistry Honolulu - 415 Cooke Street
Get ready for the big event of the year! Join us dressed as your favorite characters and mascots from memorable brands or advertisements! Prizes will be awarded for the best individual and group costumes. Have a blast all while raising scholarship funds for students interested in entering the fields of advertising, marketing and design.
Individual tickets - $35 (includes one drink and delicious bites catered by JJ Dolans)
Corporate Sponsorships available for companies buying 10+ tickets
Register now to preview our online auction the week of the event!
