2nd Annual Queer Day at the Capitol

Schedule

Tue Feb 17 2026 at 09:00 am to 03:30 pm

UTC-10:00

Location

Hawaii State Capitol Building | Honolulu, HI

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The Hawai‘i State LGBTQ+ Commission invites you to the 2nd Annual Queer Day at the Capitol.
This year we have added educational panels that will take place in the Capitol Auditorium - Chamber Level.
Morning Panel:
9 - 10:30 AM - Healthcare, Not Politics: The Case for Gender-Affirming Care which will be led by Hawai‘i Health and Harm Reduction Center
Afternoon Panel:
2 - 3:30 PM - From Policy to Protection: Defending Queer Lives Against Federal Attacks which will be led by the ACLU of Hawai‘i
The Community Resource Fair will bring together our Māhū, LGBTQIA+, QTPI+, MVPAFF+ communities, allies, and state leaders to highlight the incredible services and resources available to Hawai‘i’s rainbow community. It’s an opportunity to celebrate, educate, and advocate at the heart of our state government.
📅 Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Hawai‘i State Capitol – 4th Floor (415 S. Beretania Street)
We will have over 30 exhibitors!
Closer to the event there will be the official Queer Day at the Capitol Directory
The Directory will include a list of exhibitors with their:
- Location
- Description
- URL &/or Social Handles
- Primary Focus
- Service Area(s)
Map of the Queer Day Community Resource Fair layout
What you need to know to attend to attend - Queer Day:
- Photo ID is required for entry into the building.
- Limited paid public parking is available at the Capitol, entrance via Miller Street off Punchbowl.
- Additional public parking is available at State lots: Lot V (Vineyard Garage on Punchbowl); Lot G (Kalanimoku Building on Beretania & Punchbowl); and Lot L (Kinau Hale Building on Punchbowl).
- Bike racks are located on the Ewa makai corner of the Capitol grounds (the Iolani Palace and Richards St. corner), and Biki bike stations nearby.
- Several bus routes can bring you to the Capitol.
- Only Service Animals are permitted at the Capitol
Any questions email us at: [email protected]
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Hawaii State Capitol Building, 415 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96813-2407, United States

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