November 25, 2019 – December 07, 2019:
Vans World Cup of Surfing. This event is the go-for-broke, last ditch effort for athletes to ascend onto the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour by way of the Qualifying Series and is therefore the highest stakes competition of the Vans Triple Crown. Careers are either shaped or shattered at Sunset Beach during the Vans World Cup of Surfing and the waves are typically at their biggest and most powerful, commanding the attention of all. Due to community and sponsor efforts to maintain the fragile ecosystem of Sunset Beach, the best place to witness the action is from the comfort of your own couch via the world-class broadcast at WorldSurfLeague.com

November 24, 2019:
The Hawaiian Ukulele Experience. Friday–Sunday, November 22–24, 2019 Bishop Museum, Atherton Hālau & Hālau Waʻa Event is free with paid Museum admission No registration needed Members free with membership ID Link: https://www.bishopmuseum.org/events/ Meet the makers of some of the best made ‘ukulele in the world, view an exhibition of custom and vintage ‘ukulele, and learn the latest building techniques and technology available at the three-day Hawaiian ‘Ukulele Experience at Bishop Museum presented in partnership with Ukulele Guild of Hawai‘i. ‘Ukulele Builder & Player Workshops will be held on Nov. 22 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Attendees can attend hourly workshops about ‘ukulele-building tools and processes or on ‘ukulele playing techniques. Visitors can learn the process of building quality ‘ukulele, experience the fun of playing a Hawaiian song, or sharpen their playing technique. Visitors can check out an ‘Ukulele Exhibition & Kanikapila on Nov. 23 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Nov. 24 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The guild’s luthier members, from Hawaiʻi and around the world, will exhibit their ‘ukulele-building craftsmanship in this weekend exhibition. View restored, antique collectable, and custom ‘ukulele ranging from the traditional to the innovative. Luthiers will be on hand to talk about their work and collections. Along with this stunning display there will also be live music and ‘ukulele playing. Visitors will enjoy the lively sounds of kanikapila—making music together.

November 23, 2019 – December 01, 2019:
Legend Of Koolau National Play Returns. The national touring play Legend of Koolau returns to Hawaii for two days each on Oahu and Kauai islands on Nov. 23-24 and Nov. 30-Dec. 1 respectively. This historically-based play, commissioned by the National Performance Network of New Orleans, has had sold-out performances, including Sacramento where more than 600 people attended a single performance. The actor is native Hawaiian Moronai Kanekoa who has starred in the award-winning film Kuleana. To check for specific start times or buy tickets, you may also go to legendofkoolau.com/tickets for details or call (808) 268-3918.

November 11, 2019:
Wahiawa Lion’s Club 73rd Annual Veterans Day Parade Lions club. This year’s theme is “Honoring Our Real Super Heroes.” The parade will commence at Kaala Elementary School at 10:00 a.m., with participants walking through and disbursing on North Cane Street. Ceremony will follow at the Wahiawa Town Center. The parade will end at the Wahiawa Town Center, where we will have a brief program and hear a message from our 25th Infantry Division leader. So don’t go to the park after the parade, and join us at the WAHIAWA TOWN CENTER to honor our veterans!

November 10, 2019:
Diamond Head Arts & Craft Fair. Hawaii’s Largest Outdoor Craft Fair featuring over 200 of Made in Hawaii’s premier Artisans. November 10th 2019 from 9:00am – 2:00pm at Kapiolani Community College. Get your Christmas lists ready and shop till you drop as you find one of a kind hand-made items for friends and loved ones! Don’t forget to check out the ONOLICIOUS food booths while you’re shopping! Admission is FREE. Kapiolani Community College is located at 4303 Diamond Head Rd and the craft fair is located inside the parking lot.

November 09, 2019:
“Swing Back to the ’40” benefiting Pacific Historic Parks (4th Annual). Join us for the most romantic night of the Season!!! Swing Back to the time of glamour, enchantment, and big bands on Saturday, November 9th, 2019! This night will be benefiting the Pacific Historic Parks featuring a silent auction, dancing with a live big band, costume contests, and the unique opportunity to get your picture taken with vintage warbirds! We are thrilled to have the “Mike Lewis and Friends Big Band” playing the hits of the ‘40s with The USO Dolls singing the classics! Love music, but don’t know how to swing dance? No worries! Hawaii Jitterbugs will be in attendance ready to teach you all you need to know to have a blast! Returning guest favorites! Swing Back Car Show – Featuring Pre-1957s cars and military vehicles! Awards for Best Vintage and Best Military Vehicle! Vintage Village – Vintage clothing, accessories, and antiques will be on sale from our vendors! Dress Code: 1940’s style dress and pinup fashion are highly encouraged, but not necessary. Feel free to join us in formal apparel, aloha semi formal, or military dress uniform! Want to flaunt what you got? We will have prizes for Miss Pin-Up, Mister Dapper, and Best Matched Couple! Due to the location of the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, if you do not have base access, you will have to park your vehicle in the parking lot of Pearl Harbor National Memorial, (1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818), and take a provided shuttle bus to the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. 21+ Event

November 09, 2019:
Chocolate Extravaganza (17th Annual). Please join us on Saturday, November 9th for the 17th Annual Chocolate Extravaganza benefiting Family Promise of Hawaii and Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Kailua. Come to enjoy an all you can eat chocolate buffet and silent auction from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Limited Seating VIP event (starts at 5:00 pm!) sells out every year, so get your tickets now online www.emmanuelkailua.org/chocolate-extravaganza
We appreciate the continued support of our community! Please consider a sponsoring or donating to our event. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram! @chocolateextravaganza. 

November 08, 2019 – November 09, 2019:
Mele Kalikimaka Craft & Gift Fair. Come support local vendors and a great cause ! A portion of the proceeds will be going towards The Hawaiian Humane Society. (Thirty one gifts, color street, Lularoe, and paparazzi) Windward Mall, Friday, Nov. 8th from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. & Sat. Nov. 9th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free to visit. islandcraftfairs.org/oahu

November 06, 2019 – November 09, 2019:
Poipu Food & Wine Festival. Celebrating the bounty of the island and wealth of eateries on Kauai’s South Shore, the fourth annual Poipu Food and Wine Festival (PF&WF) will kick-off on September 18th.
Discover the freshest island ingredients at the weekly Kauai Culinary Market hosted by the Shops at Kukuiula and in partnership with the Kauai County Farm Bureau, September 18th from 3:30 to 6:00 pm in the traditional pau hana (after work) style.
Learn from the pros on Thursday, September 19th as local chefs offer hands-on cooking classes at various times and locations throughout the day. Registration includes a tasting, recipe card and commemorative gift. Classes are limited in size.
Then on Friday night groove to island music, while enjoying local delicacies served street-food style along with an outdoor beer and wine garden at The Shops at Kukuiula. This Flavors of Poipu features Kauai Community College (KCC) Culinary Arts Program with a special culinary demonstration at 5:45 pm. FREE with plates available for purchase, proceeds to benefit KCC.
New to the Festival this year is the PF&WF Night Market, where attendees will enjoy small plates and wine pairings from local and visiting chefs. Happening Saturday, September 21st.
The PFWF is a 3-day Festival, located on Kauai’s South Shore, hosted by the Poipu Beach Foundation and made possible through the support and generosity of the Hawaii Tourism Authority, The Shops at Kukuiula, The Club at Kukuiula and Kauai Community College Culinary Arts Program. poipubeach.org

November 07, 2019 – November 17, 2019:
Hawaii International Film Festival (39th Annual). ”HIFF is a must attend” (Entertainment Weekly), “the premiere American showcase for Asian cinema” (Hollywood Reporter) and “a launching pad for early films by younger directors” (Roger Ebert). HIFF is the festival of record for emerging works from the Pacific Rim, a destination of award winning films from major film festivals around the world, and an incubator for Hawaii-based and Native Hawaiian works that come from the vibrant and local creative industries. The festival has featured premiere screenings of many acclaimed films, including festival premieres such as SHOPLIFTERS, MOONLIGHT, THE HOST, CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON and many more. Past honorees include Quentin Tarantino, Ang Lee, Zhang Yimou, Samuel L Jackson, Koji Yakusho and Maggie Cheung, who all received lifetime achievement awards. Other guests include legendary Hong Kong director Wong Kar Wai (IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE, CHUNGKING EXPRESS), Japanese actor Ken Watanabe (LETTERS FROM IWO JIMA, LAST SAMURAI), anime master Satoshi Kon (PAPRIKA, MILLENNIUM ACTRESS, PERFECT BLUE), and New Zealand impresarios Jemaine Clement (FLIGHT OF THE CONCHORDS) and Taika Waititi. The 39th Annual Hawaii International Film Festival will be held November 7-17 2019 and will mark the festival’s 39th edition with a special focus on contemporary Asian, Pacific, and North American cinema, films produced in Hawaii, outdoor screenings, and our Student Showcase for filmmakers under 18 from Hawaii.