Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
Every Friday:
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum. Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. Tours take place on the half hour from 6 to 8 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina; children 12 & under free. For information visit http://lahainarestoration.org/.
Richard Marx
Tuesday, September 19:
Richard Marx. As a performer, songwriter, and producer, Richard Marx’s nearly 30-year career has had innumerable highlights. The Chicago native has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his self-titled debut which spawned four Top 5 singles, including the chart-topping, “Hold on to the Night,” and with “Don’t Mean Nothing,” earning him a Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. Richard is the only male artist to have his first seven singles reach the Top 5 on the Billboard charts. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information, call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.
`Ohi`a Love Fest
Sunday, August 27:
`Ohi`a Love Fest. Come out for a day of celebrating Hawai`i’s beloved `Ohi`a tree. This family-friendly event will feature hula, talks, demonstrations, music, crafts and activities focused on `Ohi`a. The event will also raise awareness about Rapid `Ohi`a Death. `Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 Imiloa Pl., Hilo. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. For more information, call (808) 969-8268 or visit http://www.rapidohiadeath.org/.
Amazing Hawai`i Comic Con
Friday – Sunday, August 25 – 27:
Amazing Hawai`i Comic Con. Experience the best and brightest in comic book and pop entertainment. Meet your favorite creators and celebrities at this event, filled with a giant exhibitors’ hall, an international artist alley, video game arena, hundreds of people in costume and more. There is something for everyone at the Amazing Hawai`i Comic Con, from After Hours parties to family fun on Sunday Kids Day. Headlining the event in Honolulu is legendary creator and Image comics co-founder, Todd McFarlane, as well as the Captain of the starship enterprise, Captain Kirk himself, William Shatner, among others. Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. For information and event schedule visit https://www.amazinghawaiicomiccon.com/.
Greek Festival
Saturday & Sunday, August 26 & 27:
Greek Festival. Enjoy live music, a wide array of Greek food and drink, authentic Greek dances, Greek market/bazaar, and cultural presentations. Ala Moana Park, McCoy Pavilion, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 12 noon to 9 p.m. For information call (808) 394-8644 or visit http://www.greekfestivalhawaii.com/.
Kaua`i County Farm Bureau Fair
Thursday – Sunday, August 24 – 27:
Kaua`i County Farm Bureau Fair. Four days of fun, food, farming and great entertainment for the family. HMSA Happy Healthy Keiki Parade, KIUC Keiki Talent Showcase, Alaska Airlines fun at the Fair Selfie Contest. Vidinha Stadium, Ho`olako St., Lihue. Fair begins at 5 p.m. Thursday and ends at 12 noon on Sunday. Admission: adults $5, seniors $4, keiki (4-12) $2, keiki 3 and under free. For information call (8080 855-5429 or visit http://kauaifarmfair.org/.
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum of Art
Sunday, August 20:
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum of Art. Featuring entertainment and activities suitable for families and people of all ages. Explore the Museum’s galleries through art hunts, art activities, demonstrations, film screenings and entertainment. Themes change monthly and tie in with the Museum’s permanent collections and special exhibitions. Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania, Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
Sunday, August 20:
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll. Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway from 1 to 6 p.m. Enjoy music, artists, merchants and restaurants. At 4 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihe`e Palace. Bring your own mat or chair and they will be checked for free while you stroll Ali`i Drive, Kailua Village (Kona). For information, visit http://kvbid.org/.
Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Alx Kawakama
Sunday, August 20:
Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Alx Kawakama. Na Mele No Na Pua brings to life the past, present and future of Hawai`i’s performing arts through the islands’ best entertainers in a casual, family-style setting. All concerts and exhibits are free and open to the public. Parking is limited and subject to availability. Plaza Stage at Waikiki Beach Walk, 226 Lewers St., Honolulu. 5 to 6 p.m. For information call (808) 931-3593 or visit www.waikikibeachwalk.com.
Big Island Blues Festival
Saturday, August 19:
Big Island Blues Festival. A family-friendly event for all ages, featuring great original blues music by Bottle of Blue, Ronnie V & the Family Band, and Tomi Isobe’s Blues Band. There will be unique vendors, delicious BBQ and more. Hale Halawai Park, 75-5760 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona. 2 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $20 and me be purchased online at http://www.bigislandbluesfest.eventbrite.com/.