Saturday, September 15: 
Keiki Ho`olaulea.  A free, full-day event perfect for families and their keiki (children). Musical groups and halau hula (hula schools) will take to the stage throughout the day, while arts and crafts stations, demonstrations and other activities provide families with a Saturday full of fun. Pearlridge Center, 98-1005 Moanalua Rd., Aiea. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.pearlridgeonline.com.

Saturday & Sunday, September 15 & 16:
Festivals of Aloha Ho`olaule`a.  Enjoy live entertainment, along with crafters and artisans.  Historic Banyan Tree Park, Front Street, Lahaina.  9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  For more information visit www.festivalsofaloha.com.

Saturday, September 15:
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.  Free.  Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below (subject to change):

• Autumn Okinawan Dance Matsuri:  Festivities are from 5 to 9:30 p.m., food booths available. Hawai`i Okinawa Center, 94-587 Uke`e St., Waipahu.  For information call (808) 676-5400.
• Odori Festival:  Honbushin Internation Center, 95-030 Waihonu St., bazaar and stage performances 4 to 6 p.m., Festival 6 to 9:30 p.m. For information call (808) 623-7693.

Saturday, September 15:
Waimea 43^rd Annual Paniolo Parade.  The parade showcases Hawai`i Island’s paniolo, the art of pa`u, the art of hula, oli, olelo, the royal society Ahahui Ka`ahumanu Waimea Chapter. Participants include local schools, church groups, hula halau, businesses, and more, in this annual Paniolo Parade. Many of the paniolo and pa`u riders are true paniolo; they all own ranches, work and live the way of paniolo as their kupuna, and teach younger generations, thus perpetuating the culture. Some of the pa`u riders are 5th generation who live the lifestyle.  This event provides venues for practitioners to share their skills and knowledge of the culture. It also provides venues for artisans to display and sell their work. Waimea Cherry Blossom Park, 65-1108 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kamuela.  10 to 11 a.m.  For information call (808) 936-3706 or visit www.hawaiiislandfestival.org.

Friday – Monday, September 14 – 17:
Hawai`i Island Festival of Birds.  The program will include expert guest speakers, a trade show for outdoor and birding equipment, a children’s corner, bird-themed arts and crafts fair, photography workshop, a birding film festival, time to interact with Hawai`i Island naturalists and bird experts, and guided field trips on land and sea. Friday and Sunday activities include guided birdwatching field trips along the newly created Hawai`i Island Coast to Coast Birding Trail, and guided boat trips out of Honokohau Harbor to watch seabirds. The 90-mile Trail crosses Hawai`i Island from Kona on the west coast to Hilo on the east coast, from rainforest to lava plains. While birds will be the focal points, elements of Hawai`i Island`s unique plants and trees, geology, history and of course, scenic viewpoints will also be highlighted. Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa, 78-128 Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona.  For information and event schedule call (808) 331-3617 or visit www.birdfesthawaii.org.

Friday & Saturday, September 14 & 15: 
7^th Annual Hawai`i Burlesque Festival & Revue.  The Hawai`i Burlesque Festival & Revue brings the biggest names in burlesque to Honolulu. The festival celebrates and preserves the legacy of burlesque as both an art form and cultural phenomenon.  This year’s Hawai`i Burlesque Festival & Revue celebrates 7 years of sparkling, glamorous fun and, brings in the biggest names in Burlesque to perform in Paradise, including featured performer, Bunny Pistol from the Bay Area. Doris Duke Theater at the Honolulu Museum or Art, 900 S. Beretania St., Honolulu.  6 p.m. Cocktails, Show starts at 7:30 p.m.  For tickets and more information on festival shows, performers, burlesque workshops, ticket information and more, call (808) 532-6097 or visit www.hawaiiburlesquefestival.com.

Thursday – Sunday, September 13 – 16:
HawaiiCon – The World’s First Sci-fi, Science, And Fantasy Tropical Vacation Convention.  This event will bring together leading cast members from TV shows and movies, as well as stars from a dozen other shows, cosplayers, space scientists, visionaries, gamers, comic book artists, and writers. It starts with taking the celebrities out on tours with the fans around the island to change their frame of mind and then through the gentle application of aloha, the subtle nurturing of the feeling of ohana, and the location right on the beach, the distance between fans and their fandom is dissolved. Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows, 68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast.  7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.  For tickets and information visit www.hawaiicon.com.

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 www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Sunday, September 9:
Princeville Night Market.  Discover over 40 local artisans and enjoy live music from several different bands. Princeville Shopping Center, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville. 4 to 8 p.m.  Free admission. For information call (808) 635-2572.

Saturday, September 8: 
Second Saturday at Warehouse 3540.  This is a great family-friendly event in a cool old warehouse converted into a community space on the south side, with. Vendors, shops, food trucks, and live music. Warehouse 3540, 3540 Koloa Rd., Kalaheo.  6 to 9 p.m.  For information visit www.warehouse3540.com.