42nd Annual Na Hoku Hanohano Awards

Saturday, May 25: 
42^nd Annual Na Hoku Hanohano Awards.  The annual awards show will spotlight standout musicians, songwriters, and producers in 36 different categories, including two new categories, Hawaiian EP Release of the Year and Contemporary Acoustic Album of the Year. The Na Hoku Hanohano Awards is one of Mele Mei’s 2019 signature events. Mele Mei, which translates to “May Hawaiian Music Month,” features a number of musical performances throughout the Hawaiian Islands. The celebration provides both residents and visitors from around the world a chance to immerse themselves in the islands’ local music and culture. This year’s schedule of performances will take place at various hotels and venues statewide and feature entertainment from ukulele and steel guitar to traditional Hawaiian music and hula. Tickets typically sell out and start at $180 for general admission, $150 for kama`aina, and are $250 for premium seats. To purchase tickets, call (808) 593-9424 or visit  www.nahokuhanohano.org. Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. For more information on Mele Mei please visit www.melemei.com.