Events

The Ka Pakele Rum Bar: Open Seating

Friday December 5th

Stop by The Ka Pakele Rum Bar on Friday, December 5th and experience the craft of rum and hospitality. Reservations are not required, seating is first available. 

Please note the Rum Pairing Dinner Menu is NOT available during open seatings. 

Mahalo

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Christmas Sweater & Pajama Pawty

Sunday December 7th

Join us for a festive  afternoon at the Christmas Sweater & Pajama Pawty! Hosted by Do Like Raleigh Roo Foundation and featuring adoptable pets from the Humane Society of Pinellas, this event is all about fun, furry friends, and holiday cheer.

$5 Sweater Contest

Professional Photo Op

Free Pawprint Art

Free Cookies from Wolf Gang Bakery in Dunedin

Raffles

Drink Specials

This event takes place on Sunday, December 7th from 2-4 PM at The Honu Restaurant and Tiki Bar in Dunedin, FL.

02:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Holiday Paint & Sip with Pop-Up Paint Studio

Wednesday December 10th

Paint & Sip at The Honu – Hawaiian Holiday Style!  Join us at The Honu in Dunedin on Wednesday, December 10th from 4–6 PM for a fun, tropical twist on holiday painting! We’ll be creating a Christmas Palm Tree at Sunset — the perfect way to celebrate the season with island vibes. 

Tickets: $55 per person

All materials are included, and no experience is needed — just bring your holiday spirit! Seats are limited, so grab your spot soon!

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04:00 PM - 06:00 PM

The Ka Pakele Rum Bar: Open Seating

Friday December 12th

Stop by The Ka Pakele Rum Bar on Friday, December 12th and experience the craft of rum and hospitality. Reservations are not required, seating is first available. 

Please note the Rum Pairing Dinner Menu is NOT available during open seatings. 

Mahalo

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Holiday Hangout Fundraiser with Sunshine City Roller Derby

Sunday December 14th

Catch Sunshine City Roller Derby at The Honu for a tropical holiday fundraiser. When you order your drink under “SCRD” at the Tiki Bar, you’ll be fueling our next big hit—literally.

02:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Chairman's Reserve Tropical Winter Wonderland at The Honu

Friday December 19th

Join Chairman's Reserve and The Florida Rum Society at The Honu for Tropical Winter Wonderland on Friday, December 19th, from 6-9 PM. Enjoy specialty cocktails, featuring guest bartender Conor Shrago, all while supporting a food drive benefiting Feeding Tampa Bay. Don’t miss the last chance to purchase the limited edition FRS x Chairman’s Reserve "Five Years of Rum Friends" Single Barrel.

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

December Rum Pairing Dinner in The Ka Pakele Rum Bar

Saturday December 20th

Join us at The Ka Pakele Rum Bar for an evening of exceptional rum and island-inspired dining. Experience expertly paired flavors, a relaxed tropical atmosphere, and the true spirit of Aloha.  

Rum Pairing Dinner

Two Seatings Available: 6PM and 8:30 PM

By Reservation Only via The Ka Pakele Reservation Request Form, Found Here:

https://thehonurestaurant.com/dunedin-downtown-the-honu-restaurant-reserve

Menus and Info Can be Found on The Ka Pakele Rum Bar Page

06:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Lei Making Class @ The Honu with Gulf Orchids

Thursday February 19th

The Honu is celebrating their 10th Anniversary with a weekend full of fun!

To get the party started early, the lei makers of Gulf Orchids will be at the Honu on Thursday, February 19th, 2026 from 6-8 PM, to teach a lei making class. Create your very own lei with real, fresh orchids, and wear it all weekend while you celebrate at The Honu.

  Other goods from Gulf Orchids will be available for purchase during the event. 

  Limited Space Available: Only 20 Seats 

Tickets: $45 (Includes Lei-Making Class, Flowers and Supplies, Tax and Gratuity) 

Tickets must be purchased to attend class.

Purchase tickets here: https://givebutter.com/1Mnoev

06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

The Honu's 10th Anniversary Weekend Celebration

Friday February 20th

🎉 Save the Date! 🎉

 The Honu’s 10th Anniversary Weekend Celebration

 February 20th & 21st 

The Honu Restaurant & Tiki Bar – 516 Grant Street, Dunedin, FL 34698 

🌺 Free to the Public! 

Join us as we celebrate 10 amazing years of Aloha in Dunedin! The Honu is marking this milestone with a full weekend of tiki-fun, live music, vendors, a live luau show, and more!

 Friday, February 20th 

🕒 3–8 PM – Local Vendors 

⭐ 5 PM – Exclusive Mug Release from Tiki Diablo 

🎶 7 PM – Live Music & Luau Show 🍍 Luau Dinner Plate (avaialble for purchase) 

Saturday, February 21st 

🕛 12–6 PM – Vendors 

🎵 3–6 PM – Live Music from Big Tiki & The Mai Tais 

🎸 7–10 PM – Live Music from The Sandy Bottom Boys 

🍹 Luau Food & Drink Specials (available for purchase) 

*first come, first served – no reservations* 

✨ Plus, don’t miss our featured vendors including Hodader, Nancy Blauers, Tiki Visions, Ohio Tiki Nuts & more!

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The Honu's 10th Anniversary Weekend Celebration

Saturday February 21st

🎉 Save the Date! 🎉

 The Honu’s 10th Anniversary Weekend Celebration

 February 20th & 21st 

The Honu Restaurant & Tiki Bar – 516 Grant Street, Dunedin, FL 34698 

🌺 Free to the Public! 

Join us as we celebrate 10 amazing years of Aloha in Dunedin! The Honu is marking this milestone with a full weekend of tiki-fun, live music, vendors, a live luau show, and more!

 Friday, February 20th 

🕒 3–8 PM – Local Vendors 

⭐ 5 PM – Exclusive Mug Release from Tiki Diablo 

🎶 7 PM – Live Music & Luau Show 🍍 Luau Dinner Plate (avaialble for purchase) 

Saturday, February 21st 

🕛 12–6 PM – Vendors 

🎵 3–6 PM – Live Music from Big Tiki & The Mai Tais 

🎸 7–10 PM – Live Music from The Sandy Bottom Boys 

🍹 Luau Food & Drink Specials (available for purchase) 

*first come, first served – no reservations* 

✨ Plus, don’t miss our featured vendors including Hodader, Nancy Blauers, Tiki Visions, Ohio Tiki Nuts & more!

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM