Come Ride Our Waves: Honoring Buffalo Keaulana – July 26, 2025 in Waiʻanae

Come Ride Our Waves: Honoring Buffalo Keaulana and Community Leaders

On July 26, 2025, the Waiʻanae community will come together at Waiʻanae Intermediate School for a powerful event titled “Come Ride Our Waves”, hosted by Pro Recovery Power and Journey to Solutions. This free event runs from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM and promises a day filled with hope, healing, and Hawaiian spirit.

A Day of Music, Testimonies, and Local Pride

Entertainment will be provided by the legendary ʻohana of Aunty Genoa Keawe, setting a joyful and uplifting tone for the day. Throughout the event, attendees will hear powerful personal testimonies from inspiring individuals across Hawaiʻi, sharing stories of recovery, resilience, and transformation.

Honoring Icons of the Community

This year’s event shines a spotlight on four individuals who have made a profound impact on the community:

• Buffalo Keaulana – Legendary waterman and “Mayor of Makaha”

• George Paris Sr.

• Rocky Naeole

• Pastor James Matsumoto

Their contributions to culture, faith, and community will be recognized and celebrated in front of friends, ʻohana, and admirers.

Free Services to Support the Community

In the spirit of giving back, the event will offer a range of free services to attendees:

• Resource booths

• Haircut station

• Nail station

• Blessing store

These services are designed to meet the needs of the local community and uplift individuals and families alike.

Join the Movement and Ride the Wave of Change

Whether you’re coming to honor a local hero like Buffalo Keaulana or to access support services and hear empowering stories, “Come Ride Our Waves” is more than just an event—it’s a movement. It’s a call to action for healing, unity, and the celebration of all that makes the Waiʻanae coast and its people so special.

Mark your calendars and bring the whole ʻohana for a day of aloha and transformation.