Sunday, July 21: 
43^rd Annual Ukulele Festival Hawaii.  A summer tradition and one of the major events of the year in Hawaii. Families jam the park. Ukulele fans wouldn’t miss it. The ukulele embraces everyone who hears it. That’s the irresistible magic of the ukulele. Kapiolani Park, 2755 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu.  Free.  For information call (808) 732-3739 or visit www.ukulelefestivalhawaii.org.

Saturday, July 20:  36^th Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival.  The largest non-competitive hula event in Hawaii, and features hula kahiko (ancient) hula and chant, and auana (modern) hula performances. Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring beach chairs and mats and enjoy fun, food and festivities at Moanalua Gardens, 2850 Moanalua Road, Honolulu.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Free, donations encouraged.  For information call (808) 839-5334 or visit www.moanaluagardensfoundation.org.

Saturday, July 20: 
Obon Festival – Waianae Hongwanji Temple.  The season of remembrance of honoring the spirit of those passed on, celebrated with special services and festivals. Waianae Hongwanji Temple, 85-762 Old Government Road, Service at 6:30pm, dance at 7pm.  For information call (808) 677-4221.

Friday & Saturday, July 19 & 20: 
Obon Festival – Jikoen Hongwanji Buddhist Temple.  The season of remembrance of honoring the spirit of those passed on, celebrated with special services and festivals. Jikoen Hongwanji, 6 p.m., 1731 N. School St. (diagonally across Kam Shopping Center on Likelike Hwy.)  For information call (808) 845-3422.

Sunday, July 14: 
Samulgwangdae – Korean Dance and Drumming:  Asia Pacific Dance Festival.  Thrill to the contemporary and theatrical reinterpretations of traditional farmers’ band music, shamanistic ceremonies, and acrobatic military exercises. UH Manoa Outreach, Kennedy Theatre, 1770 East-West Rd., Honolulu.  2 p.m.  For tickets call (808) 944-2697 or visit www.etickethawaii.com.

Sunday, July 14: 
5^th Annual Tropical Triple Crown: Coconut Chase 8k.  A benefit for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The course starts and ends at Magic Island at Ala Moana Beach Park. Everyone is encouraged to wear hula skirts and coconut bras! All participants registered by June 25th are guaranteed a t-shirt! Finishers will enjoy an assortment of refreshments at the finish line.  Magic Island, Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 261-3020 or visit www.tropicaltriplecrown.com.

Friday & Saturday, July 12 & 13: 
Korean Festival.  See live Korean dance performances, taekwondo (Korean martial arts) demonstrations, and cultural exhibits of Korean artifacts and memorabilia. Taste a savory, mouth-watering sampling of Korean cuisine. Listen to the sounds of Korean drum dance and live singers performing traditional and popular Korean songs.  Kapiolani Park, 2801 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.  For information call (808) 861-5823 or visit www.koreanfestivalhi.com.

Thursdays, July 11 & 25: 
Ke Kani O Ke Kai Summer Concerts.  As the sun sets on Waikiki, the Aquarium lawn will light up with an evening of an unforgettable performance.  July 11 – Mark Yamanka & Darren Benitez; July 25 – Amy Hanaial`i & Hi`ikua.  A menu of signature items prepared by a noted restaurant will be available for purchase.  Waikiki Aquarium, 2777 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu.  Admission fee. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and performance begins at 7:00 p.m.  For information call (808) 923-9741 or visit www.waquarium.org.

Sundays: 
Makuahi Cave Reserve Tours.  At the center of its many attractions is Hawai`i’s largest limestone cave, the richest fossil site in the islands, and a uniquely preserved archaeological site. It’s a living museum dedicated not just to the past, but also to experiments in native species conservation.  Located in Maha`ulepu.  Guided tours 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  For information call (808) 482-1059 or visit www.cavereserve.org.

Saturday, July 6: 
Moili`ili Summer Fest.  A lively event in one of Honolulu’s oldest and most vivacious neighborhoods.  Event features live entertainment, the largest Japanese Bon Dance in Honolulu, food booths, and retail vendors.  Moili`ili, 1100 University Ave., Honolulu.  For information visit www.moiliilisummerfest.com.