Saturday, November 10: 
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.

Friday Evenings: 
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk.  Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Old Town Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6 to 9 p.m.  Enjoy shopping at local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classic cars, live music and entertainment.  For information call (808) 335-6469.

Friday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. November 2 – Heart of Slack Key; November 9 – Poine `Ole – Never to be Forgotten; November 16 – Gift of the Ancestors; November 23 – For the Birds; November 30 – `Ohana Slack Key.  Free gift drawing.  Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history.  Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free.  A portion of the proceeds support the Hale Halawai Ohana `O Hanalei.  Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei.  4 to 6 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Saturday, November 3:
Veteran’s Day Parade.  The parade will begin at 9:30 a.m., starting on Makaha Road and proceeding down Kuhio Highway thru downtown Kapa`a, and ending at Kapa`a Beach Park on Nui Street.  The parade will feature marching units from the different military services, community organizations, Kaua`i schools’ marching bands and JROTC units.  Following the parade there will be a coconut festival craft fair featuring different ways the coconut and the tree leaves can be used for crafts as well as for food.  There will also be a variety of authentic food vendors featuring local foods.  Enjoy local entertainment featuring singers as well as a hula show.  A short program will be held to honor Veterans.  Downtown Kapa’a, beginning at 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, November 3:
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.

Saturday, October 27:
Kilauea Night Market at Anaina Hou.  Bring your family and meet your friends at Kilauea Night Market. The last Saturday of every month is always a good time at Anaina Hou. Food trucks, local vendors, and live music bands; it’s fun for all ages, and a good time no matter what the weather. Arrive early and play a round of mini golf. Anaina Hou Community Park, 5-2723 Kuhio Hwy., Kailauea.  4 to 8 p.m. For information call (808) 828-2118 or visit www.anainahou.org.

Friday & Saturday, October 19 & 20: 
Kaua`i Chocolate & Coffee Festival.  A celebration of all things chocolate and coffee with lots of sampling, educational displays and workshops, entertainment and exhibitor booths, featuring a variety of chocolate and coffee products from around the state.  Enjoy farm tours, informative classes, workshops/demonstrations, live entertainment, a chocolate & coffee pampering station, a silent auction, keiki activities, sampling and much more. Hanapepe Rd., Historic Hanapepe Town. Friday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $15 in advance, $20 at the door.  For more information and tickets visit https://www.kauaichocolateandcoffeefestival.com/.

Sunday, October 14:
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, October 13:
Hammers N’ Ales: Kaua`i’s Oktoberfest.  Enjoy food from top local restaurants and live music by Homestead and Cruz Control.  A benefit for Kaua`i Habitat for Humanity. Poipu Beach Athletic Club Concert Lawn, 2290 Poipu Rd., Koloa.  2 to 6 p.m. This event is for adults ages 21 and over. Tickets available for $75 online through October 13, $85 at the door. All food, drink, and glass logo mug are included in the ticket price. For tickets and information visit www.hammersnales.eventbrite.com.

Saturday, October 13:
Emalani Festival.  A day of song, hula, history and pageantry, celebrating Hawai`i’s beloved Queen Emma and recalling her journey to the Koke`e uplands and Kilohana vista in 1871. Queen Emma will enter the meadow on horseback at 11 a.m. Exhibits, craft tables, silent auction, and a snack shop enhance the festival experience. Carpooling is recommended as parking is limited. Bring your own blankets or chairs (no tents or coolers). Animals are not permitted in state parks. Admission is free and all are welcome to join in the festivities. Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow, Koke`e State Park, Hanapepe.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  For more information call (808) 335-9975 or visit www.kokee.org.