Adoptable animals to hit the runway at Young at Heart Expo

Sep 17, 2026

Honolulu's Young at Heart Expo returns next Friday and Saturday with a free celebrity-and-pets fashion show that doubles as a push for pet adoption — good news for local shelters and families looking for a free weekend outing.

  • The 19th annual Celebrities and Their Pets Fashion Show runs Saturday at noon at the Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall.
  • 50 local figures from music, entertainment, business, and government will walk the runway, some with their own pets and others with shelter animals up for adoption.
  • The show continues the legacy of founder Al Waterson, who died two years ago, with Jordan Segundo returning from Miami to emcee and perform both days.
  • The wider expo runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days with vendor booths focused on health, wellness, and home living for the whole family.
  • Admission is free, and organizers are framing the event as a rare chance for in-person community connection.

Outlook: Organizers expect the event to keep growing year over year, with details at YoungAtHeartHawaii.com.

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