Niaulani Nature Walk
Every Monday:
Niaulani Nature Walk. A free, guided rain forest tour in Volcano. This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. The walk introduces visitors to the native plants and birds of Volcano. Guides focus on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area, and the cultural usages of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Free; donations welcome. For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Lantern Parade
Friday, November 3:
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Lantern Parade. Parade route starts on Ali`i Drive at Hale Halawai County Pavilion (75-5760 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona) and travels through historic Kailua Village to Kailua Pier. Parade begins at 6 p.m. For more information, visit konacoffeefest.com.
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
November 3 – 12:
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival. For nearly 200 years much has been celebrated, discussed and enjoyed over a cup of Kona’s world famous coffee. Praised for its fine, light and memorable taste, Kona coffee once again takes center stage. Throughout the 10-day Festival, celebrate the harvest as Kona coffee farms offer a firsthand look at growing this world-famous crop. The coffee art scene fills with inspiration, and music and dance enrich cultural exchanges. Kona coffee and food events offer tastings, and hands-on cultural events help tell the story of Kona’s rich coffee history. Cost: $3 Festival Button. For information call (808) 326-7820 or visit www.konacoffeefest.com.
Holualoa Village Coffee & Art Stroll
Saturday, November 4:
Holualoa Village Coffee & Art Stroll. Stroll through the art district of quaint Holualoa Village and visit galleries exhibiting an extensive collection of local artists. Over 30 Kona coffee farms join the festivities offering tastings and products for purchase. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.konacoffeefest.com.
Veterans Day Parade – Hilo
Saturday, November 4:
Veterans Day Parade – Hilo. The theme for this parade is “Celebrate Service”. Enjoy a wide variety of exciting marching units, along with the music of island marching bands and Taiko drummers. Parade begins at 10 a.m. in downtown Hilo, from Waioloa State Park Statue to Pauahi St., to Kilauea Ave., to Waianuenue Ave., to Kamehamheha Ave. For more information, visit www.hivetparade.org.
Astroday at Kona Commons
Saturday, November 4:
Astroday at Kona Commons. Observatories from Maunakea and Haleakala will be represented, as well as other technology, education, and cultural organizations. Highlights include Starlab–a portable planetarium provided by the Canada France Hawai`i and Gemini observatories, solar viewing with experienced astronomers, robotic demos, educational games and toys, and many hands-on activities. Located at the former Sports Authority space at Kona Commons, 74-5450 Makala Blvd., Kailua-Kona. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free to the public. For more information call (808) 932-2319 or visit www.mkaoc.org.
Who’s Bad – The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Friday & Saturday, November 3 & 4:
Who’s Bad – The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience. A power-packed tribute to Michael Jackson that has ignited crowds on every continent and can only be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must-see. Who’s Bad has sold out nearly 50 venues in the United Kingdom including London’s O2 where the King of Pop was slated to end his career with a 50-show “This Is It” concert series. Whether you idolized the Jackson 5, fell in love to Human Nature, or learned to moonwalk to Billie Jean, Who’s Bad is the ultimate music-and-dance driven Michael Jackson homage. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. 7:30 pm. both nights. For tickets and information call (808) 946-8742 or visit https://tickets.hawaiisymphonyorchestra.org/.
Kanikapila `O Mahina – Full Moon Concert Series
Friday, November 3:
Kanikapila `O Mahina – Full Moon Concert Series. Enjoy an evening of mele, ohana, and aloha, featuring Brother Noland and George Kuo, Legendary Slack Key Guitarist with Hawai`i Loa. A benefit concert for the preservation of Cultural Education and Stewardship of the fishpond. Ono local food will be available for purchase. Lawn Seating – bring mats, low chairs, and umbrellas. No outside food please – beverage coolers are permitted. (Concert is an alcohol-free event) Limited seating – only 250 tickets available. Waikalua Loko Ia, 45-231 Kulauli Rd., Kaneohe. Gates open 5 p.m., concert 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $25 online at http://www.thepaf.org/moonlight/ or $30 cash or check at the door. Make checks payable to Pacific American Foundation. For more information call (808) 263-8202.
Annual Black & White Night – Hilo
Friday, November 3:
Annual Black & White Night – Hilo. This huge annual walk-about party will have music in the streets, shops open late, and an after-party at the Palace Theater. Dress to impress in your best black & white. All proceeds from the event will go to support the annual Downtown Hilo Christmas Parade. Haili and Kewae Streets, Downtown Hilo, 5 to 10 p.m. For more information, entertainment listings, selfie spots and contest rules, visit http://downtownhilo.com/blackandwhite/.
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
Every Friday:
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.