Tuesday, June 5: 
Midway Youth Day.  A day filled with history and STEM activities to commemorate the Battle of Midway.  Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, located 1,300 miles from Oahu, was the center of WWII battle that “turned the tide in the Pacific.” Students will explore the importance of the battle, and learn about ongoing efforts to protect and preserve this important site. Lunch and transportation between sites on Ford Island are provided. Free and open to all students in grades 6-9. Space is limited. Registration is required.  Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu.  8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. For information and registration call (808) 441-1000 or visit https://www.pacificaviationmuseum.org/.

Throughout the Month of June:
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):

• Saturday, June 2:  Hawai`i Plantation Village, 94-695 Waipahu St., Waipahu.  Food booths open at 4:30 p.m., Dancing 5:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 676-6727.
• Saturday, June 16:  Ewa Hongwanji Mission, 91-1133 Renton Rd., Ewa.  Service 6 p.m., Dancing 7 p.m.  For information call (808) 681-5222.
• Friday & Saturday, June 22 & 23:  Wahiawa Hongwanji Mission, 1067 California Ave., Wahiawa.  6 to 11 p.m.  (808) 622-4320.
• Friday, June 29:  Honpa Hongwanji Hawai`i Betsuin, 1727 Pali Hwy., Honolulu.  6 to 10:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 536-7044.

Friday, June 15:
Picnic on the Pier Returns to the Mighty Mo.  The Battleship Missouri Memorial is kicking off summer with its annual “Picnic on the Pier”. The event includes prize giveaways, keiki activities, free tours of the Mighty Mo (valued at $29 for adults), and entertainment by local musician Randy Allen.  Guests are welcome to BYOFD (Bring Your Own Food & Drink) to the event; however, grills and glass containers are prohibited. Food and craft beverages are also available from Tin Hut BBQ and Honolulu BeerWorks. Tables with premium front views of the harbor are for sale at $150. This package accommodates admission for 8 and includes exclusive Mighty Mo swag. Purchase pre-sale admission tickets online. Pre-sale tickets are $10 for adults ($15 at the door) and $5 for children ages 4-12 ($10 at the door).  For those without base access, a complimentary shuttle will pick up guests from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and take them to the pier venue. Pier Foxtrot-5 at Pearl Harbor, 63 Cowpens St., Honolulu. 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 539-3430 or visit https://ussmissouri.org/#.

Saturday, June 2:
Flight Adventures.  An exciting event for people of all ages, including open cockpits, hands-on aviation and STEM activities, hangar tours, planes, helicopters, and a spectacular large-scale remote-control air show.  Featuring precision RC flight demonstrations and aerial stunts by the award-winning Warbirds West and Hawai`i’s own Paradise Flyers, finishing with the popular Candy Drop for kids.  From 9 a.m. to noon, RC flying lessons are available for kids ages 10-17. Under the direction of the Paradise Flyers, take the controls of an RC plane on the Museum’s flight line.  RC flying lessons are free with admission to Flight Adventures. Limited spots available. Registration is required. Cost is $5 per person (including entry to Hangar 79), free for children 3 and under. Free with Museum General admission. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu.  9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 441-1000 or visit https://www.pacificaviationmuseum.org/.

Friday, June 1:
First Friday at the Hawai`i State Art Museum.  Free, family-friendly evening at the Hawai`i State Art Museum. Galleries will be open late, with live entertainment. Seating will be provided.  All ages welcome.  Parking available across South Hotel St. in the Ali`i Place building, or street parking in the area. Several TheBus lines stop directly in front of or close to the museum.  Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2^nd Floor, Honolulu. 6 to 9 p.m.  For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.

Friday, June 1: 
First Friday Street Festival:  Honolulu District.  Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 6 to 9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 521-2903 or visit http://www.artsatmarks.com/.

Nightly:
Sunset Stories.  From Queen Emma to Don Ho, experience the stories of an icon. Gather at the International Market Place on Kalakaua Avenue just after sundown for the ceremonial lighting of the Lamaku Torch Tower. Then be immersed in an unforgettable storytelling performance told through Hawaiian and Polynesian song and dance. Honoring the beloved Queen Emma, the nightly show highlights the stories, traditions and culture of this special gathering place. International Market Place, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu.  Sunset. Free admission. For information visit http://www.shopinternationalmarketplace.com/events.

Saturday & Sunday, March 31 & April 1:
Waikiki Artfest.  Approximately 60 fine artists and Made in Hawai`i handcraft artisans display their own artwork for sale. Enjoy entertainment, shave ice, and great food.  Artwork includes jewelry of all types, fabric art, woodworkers, ceramic arts, soaps and lotions, photography, fine art including watercolors and acrylic artwork. Kapiolani Park, 2801 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. For information call (808) 969-6717 or visit http://icb-web.net/haa/.

Monday, May 28:
Lantern Floating Hawai`i. Locals and visitor alike gather to honor loved ones and generate hope for the future. Those wanting to personally float a lantern during the ceremony may receive a single individual lantern per family or group, at the Lantern Request Tent at Ala Moana Beach Park on event day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or until lanterns run out.  Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. Pre-ceremony taiko performance at 6:10 p.m.  Ceremony 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.  For more information call (808) 942-1848 or visit http://www.lanternfloatinghawaii.com/.

Sunday, May 20:
Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Natali Ai Kamauu.  Na Mele No Na Pua brings to life the past, present and future of Hawai`i’s performing arts through the islands’ best entertainers in a casual, family-style setting. All concerts and exhibits are free and open to the public. Parking is limited and subject to availability.  Plaza Stage at Waikiki Beach Walk, 226 Lewers St., Honolulu.  5 to 6 p.m. For information call (808) 931-3593 or visit www.waikikibeachwalk.com.