Lana`i’s Pineapple Festival
Saturday, July 7:
Lana`i’s Pineapple Festival. There will be many crafts, games, food booths, activities, prizes, exhibitors and entertainment. The parade will begin at 2 p.m. to kick off the festival. Festivities will end at 9 p.m. with a fabulous fireworks display, a great day for young and all. For those coming from Maui, there will be a special 9:30 p.m. Expeditions Ferry back to Lahaina from Manele. Call Expeditions at 808-661-3756 for reservations. Dole Park, Fraser Ave. (between 7th & 8th St.), Lana`i City. For information visit http://www.lanaipineapplefestival.com/Pinefest/Pinefest.htm.
Mo`ili`ili Summer Fest
Saturday, July 7:
Mo`ili`ili Summer Fest. The Mo`ili`ili Summer Fest celebrates historic Mo`ili`ili and the Obon season. The annual event is a modern street festival alongside Honolulu’s largest Bon Dance and aims to highlight the cultural diversity, history, and businesses of Mo`ili`ili. In its 7th year, Mo`ili`ili Summer Fest has grown into a dining, shopping and family friendly event destination. Coyne Street between University Avenue and Kaialiu Street will be closed for the event and will feature additional food vendors and comfort areas. Over 25 popular food trucks and mobile food vendors will be serving up delicious food alongside keiki games, cultural activities, DIY projects and lots of shopping from local retailers and pop up shops. 1110 University Ave., Honolulu, the former Varsity Theatre parking lot. 5 to 10 p.m. Free parking & shuttles from UH Parking Structure. For more information visit http://www.moiliilisummerfest.com/.
The Tonga Sisters
Saturday, July 7:
The Tonga Sisters. The Tonga Sisters will perform for the first time on the Big Island. Also featured will be Battle of the Bands winner Boomdraw, Loeka Longakit, The Soundmind Band, and special guest emcee comedian Big Steve. Tickets: $25 General; $40 VIP (preferred seating and two beverages). All tickets will be $5 more on the Day of Show. Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo. 6 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m. VIP Tickets can be purchased at Irie Hawai`i or Got Gifts ONLY. General Admission tickets can be purchased at Palace Theater 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/.
Old Town Kapa`a Art Walk
Saturday, July 7:
Old Town Kapa`a Art Walk. Kapa`a Town goes all out for its First Saturday of every month Art Walk. The main street is lined with vendors selling Kaua`i Arts and crafts, with some of Kaua`i’s best musicians and bands playing up and down the street. There are lots of shops and restaurants to choose from. It’s great fun for the whole family and a great way to see Kaua`i life, whether you are a visitor or resident. Kapa`a Town. 5 to 9 p.m. Free.
Obon Dance & Festival
Throughout the Month of July:
Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below:
- Saturday, July 7: Lahaina Jodo Mission, 12 Ala Moana St., Lahaina. Service 6:30 p.m. followed by dancing at 8 p.m. For information call (808) 661-4304 or visit www.lahainajodomission.org.
- Friday & Saturday, July 13 & 14: Pa`ia Mantokuji Mission, 253 Hana Hwy, Paia. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 579-8051 or visit www.mantokujimauitemple.org.
- Saturday, July 14: Lana`i Hongwanji Mission, 1364 Fraser Ave., Lana`i City. Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 565-6817.
- Friday & Saturday, July 20 & 21: Kahului Hongwanji Mission, 291 S. Pu`unene Ave., Kahului. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 871-4732 or visit www.kahuluihongwanji.org.
- Friday & Saturday, July 27 & 28: Makawao Hongwanji Mission, 1074 Makawao Ave., Makawao. Dance 7 p.m. Service, Sunday, July 29, 10 a.m. For information call (808) 572-7229.
- Saturday, July 28: Guzeiji Soto Mission of Moloka`i. 90 Hotel Lane, Kaunakakai. Dance 6:30 p.m. For information call (808) 553-5197.
Hilo Donkey Dash 5K & 5K Relay
Saturday, July 7:
Hilo Donkey Dash 5K & 5K Relay. This will be the inaugural Hilo Donkey Dash at Pana`ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens. The Pana`ewa Recreational Complex is a County of Hawai`i Park located south of Hilo. Choose the 5K, or the 5K Relay, where partners do about 1.55 miles each. After race awards, the Zoo will be open. There will be food vendors and entertainment. Proceeds benefit the Pana`ewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens. Pana`ewa Recreational Complex, 800 Stainback Hwy., Hilo. 7 a.m. Cost: $30 and $20. For more information, call (808) 756-3030 or visit http://www.hilodonkeydash.com/.
The Dark Hobby – All the Pretty Fishes and the Price Paid to Tank Them
Saturday, July 7, 7pm:
The Dark Hobby – All the Pretty Fishes and the Price Paid to Tank Them.
Presented By: Paradise Filmworks and The Snorkel Bob Foundation (Sneak Preview) http://thedarkhobby.com/. This film is a work-in-progress reef documentary on the three hubs of aquarium extraction: Indonesia, the Philippines and mostly Hawaii. Controversy continues with aquarium collectors still working Hawaii reefs in violation of a Hawaii Supreme Court ruling. Aquarium plunder and consequence is documented, as aquarium collectors blame reef decimation on global warming and pollution. The campaign continues with a technical ban on West Hawaii aquarium collecting but no enforcement. Reef stewardship in The Reef State is in the balance. The Dark Hobby presents the pros and cons from both sides of the argument, commercial vs. conservation, 75 minutes. Dragon Walk, The Movie, On Reef Recovery & Political Will also filmed on location in the Philippines, Indonesia and Hawaii, depicts reef life in optimal conditions, where no commercial extraction occurs, 30 minute sample. WATCH THE MOVIE TRAILER for The Dark Hobby. 7 pm at the Aloha Theatre, 79-7384 Hawaii Belt Rd., Kealakekua, HI 96750. For information call (808)-322-9924 10 AM-5 PM, Tues. – Fri, or visit Aloha Theater.
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/.
4th of July Parade & Celebration
Wednesday, July 4:
4th of July Parade & Celebration. The parade will begin at 9 a.m. at the Volcano Post Office and proceed for one half mile along Old Volcano Road to Cooper Community Center, Volcano Village. For more information, call (808) 967-7800.
Maui Friday Town Parties
Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries, and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event. 6 to 9 p.m. July 6 – Wailuku, on Market Street; July 13 – Lahaina, on Front Street; July 20 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; July 27 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center. For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit http://mauifridays.com/.