Saturday, July 21: 
Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m.  Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. Event is free, park fees apply. Date is subject to change; to confirm dates, call (808) 987-7288. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko performances, enjoy a display of “Na Mea Hula” (all things hula). Visitors share in a variety of instruments, implements and lei styles that play an integral role in the life of the hula practitioner. This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family friendly.  Lanai of the Volcano Art Gallery. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Saturday, July 21:
Historic Hapa Trail Walk. An easy morning walk along historic Hapa Trail by the Koloa Community Association. Meet your tour guides at St. Raphael’s Church – this is the island’s oldest Catholic church, so your historical tour is off to a good start. Hapa Road Trail isn’t used anymore, but it was once a major route connecting Koloa and the Poipu area. Today, Hapa Trail has been designated by the County of Kaua`i as a pedestrian and bike way. On the walk, the guides will share many interesting stories about life in the plantation days and the Koloa Field System. They will share knowledge of archeological surveys, history and point out archeological sites and archeological preserves in the area. Following the walk, participants will enjoy more chances to “talk story”. The walk and tour is offered free of charge. Refreshments will be served. All walkers will receive a brochure with a history of the area east and west of Hapa Trail, learning about na wahi kupuna (archeological sites and preserves), as well as the ‘auwai system that irrigated the Koloa Field System. Hapa Trail t-shirts will be available for purchase. St. Raphael’s Church, 3011 Hapa Rd., Koloa.  9 a.m. to noon.  Free.  For information call (808) 742-1955 or visit https://www.kauaipath.org/.

Saturday, July 21:
10^th Annual Mango Festival.  This event will honor Big Island of Hawai`i mango varieties. Featuring mango grafting, growing techniques, mango trees for sale, mango recipe preparation and sampling, Hawaiian culture and hula, and entertainment. This is a zero waste event. Hale Halawai, 75-5760 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (808) 936-5233 or visit www.mangofest.org.

Saturday, July 21:
Koloa Plantation Days Festival & Sunset Ho`olaulea.  Enjoy the revival of this Koloa Plantation Days tradition with music and food for an opening weekend celebration.  This year brings a family focus to the event, with free games by Got Games! for all the keiki. Parents can enjoy a selection Kaua`i’s best food trucks – including Porky’s, The Fresh Shave, Kickshaws and more. Imu Bar & Restaurant will be open, offering family & fine dining and a bar option with a birds eye view to the entertainment.  This year’s entertainment features headliner Makana along with Cruz Control, past winners of the Keoki’s Ukes in Paradise competition, and more. The Public is invited to bring beach blankets and chairs to enjoy the evening. No coolers. Free parking on site. Poipu  Beach Resort, 2290 Koloa Road. 5 to 8:30 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 742-7444.

Friday, July 21: 
Prince Lot Hula Festival.  The largest non-competitive hula event in Hawai`i, the festival honors Prince Lot Kapuāiwa, who helped reprise hula and reigned as Kamehameha V from 1863 to 1872.  Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the day. Limited edition tee shirts and souvenir kokua buttons will be on sale. Proceeds from these merchandise sales will help cover the costs of the festival. ​ There is no charge to attend the festival, however, a kokua button donation to MGF is requested to raise funds to support the event.  Iolani Palace, 364 S. King St., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 839-5334 or visit http://moanaluagardensfoundation.org/.

Thursday, July 19:
Jazz Night at the Palace Theater.  The Palace Theater is proud to present Jazz Night at the Palace with music by SOUL ON A ROLL!  The Palace Café will be open with special menu items. Mehana Beer and Wine will be available for purchase. Arrive early, seating is limited. Enjoy jazz from some of Hilo’s finest musicians in the Palace Lobby. Admission is only $10. Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo.  6 to 8 p.m., doors open at 5:45 p.m.  Tickets can be purchased at the box office or over the phone with a credit card at (808) 934-7010, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  For more information visit http://hilopalace.com/.

Wednesday, July 18:
Wildest Show in Town Summer Concert Series – Special Guest.  Enjoy live local music, keiki activities, and prizes, including an `ukulele drawing for children 12 and under. Plate lunches and snacks will be available for purchase.   Admission is $3 ages two and over.  Zoo gates open 4:35 p.m. Concert 6 to 7 p.m. Zoo exhibits close 5:30 p.m.  Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave., Honolulu. Participation fee $5 (per person over age 2). No alcohol or high backed chairs, please.  For information call (808) 926-3191 or visit http://honoluluzoo.org/.

Tuesday – Friday, July 17 – 20:
Explorers Club. STEM camp for grades 3-5, featuring hands-on activities that promote collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving. Program cost is $240 ($210 for Museum members), and covers lunches, snacks, t-shirt, and all materials. Free add-on Family Membership for those who register at the non-member price. Membership is good through October 31, 2018.  Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu. For more information, call (808) 445-9137, email Education@PacificAviationMuseum, or visit https://www.pacificaviationmuseum.org/.

Sunday, July 15: 
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/.

Sunday, July 15:
Annual `Ukulele Festival. In 1971, at a time when very few people were interested in the ukulele, Roy Sakuma organized the 1st Annual Ukulele Festival. It was Sakuma’s dream to present a free concert to show people that the ukulele could be played as a solo instrument of sophistication and virtuosity and not just a rhythm instrument for background music.  Today, the annual `Ukulele Festival is now a summer tradition in Hawai`i. It has grown internationally and is by far the largest `ukulele festival of its kind in the world, with crowds of thousands, guest artists from around the world and an `ukulele orchestra of over 800 students, mostly children. Other festival offerings include free `ukulele lessons, `ukulele displays and giveaways by `ukulele manufacturers, food booths, and `Ukelele Festival souvenir t-shirts available for purchase.  Kapiolani Park Bandstand, 3840 Paki Ave., Honolulu. 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission.  For information visit https://www.ukulelefestivalhawaii.org/en/.