Sunday, June 18:
Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Kapena.  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.

Sunday, June 18:
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum of Art.  Featuring entertainment and activities suitable for families and people of all ages. Explore the Museum’s galleries through art hunts, art activities, demonstrations, film screenings and entertainment. Themes change monthly and tie in with the Museum’s permanent collections and special exhibitions. Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania, Honolulu.  11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Free admission.  For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Saturday, June 17: 
Na Mele `O Ko Olina.  Hosting some of Hawai`i’s very best Slack Key and Ukulele musicians, as well as 40 Hawaiian artists who display their artwork for sale.   Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club Great Lawn (alongside the beach at Lagoon 3), 92-161 Waipahe Place, Kapolei.  9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  For information call (808) 696-6717 or visit http://hotcrafts.net/.

Fridays & Saturdays, June 16 & 17 and June 23 & 24:
Cemetery Pupu Theatre – Yesterday’s News.  The widespread attainment of literacy by Hawaiians gave rise to a vibrant and important role for newspapers among the general population. Newspapers were used for Christian educational purposes, to record and debate Hawaiian history and culture, and to debate politics or argue for political activism.  Local historic figures will be portrayed.  Cemetery Pupu Theatre, Oahu Mortuary, 2162 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For tickets and information call (808) 538-1538 or visit https://www.missionhouses.org/event-calendar/8.

Saturday, June 10: 
King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade & Ho`olaule`a.  Floats, horse-riding units and vehicles, all decorated with flowers, will procession their colorful way to Queen Kapiolani Park at the base of Diamond Head, at the end of Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki. This year’s theme is “Ka Puni `Ana o ka Haneli Makahiki – Celebrating 101 Years!” Parade grand marshals will represent the many families that have kept this annual event alive for all these years. Be sure to pick up your commemorative program at any of the Review Stands along the Parade route.  Parade begins at 9 a.m. at the historic Iolani Palace, 364 S. King St., in downtown Honolulu.  The Ho`olaule`a (really big party), with live entertainment, local food, and much more, begins at 11 a.m. and continues until 4 p.m., at the Queen Kapiolani Park, at the base of Diamond Head, at the end of Kalakaua Ave., Waikiki.   For information call (808) 586-0333 or visit http://ags.hawaii.gov/kamehameha/.

Saturday, June 10:
Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum.  Free hands-on art activities for all ages are hosted in the first floor Multipurpose Room. All materials are provided. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2^nd Floor, Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last.    For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.

Friday – Sunday, June 9 – 11:
Pan-Pacific Festival.  This special three-day celebration includes a huge Friday night block party- Kalakaua Ave., between Lewers St. and Liliuokalani Ave. Enjoy multiple entertainment stages featuring cultural performances such as Japanese Taiko drums, Korean dance, Hawaiian music, hula, and more. Don’t miss the Pan-Pacific Hula Festival which happens simultaneously at the Hula Mound on Kuhio Beach at the Diamond Head end of the Ho`olaule`a.  7 to 10 p.m. Performing Arts Showcase: Friday thru Sunday, Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza Stage, Ala Moana Center (see website for schedule details). Sunday, Grand Parade along Kalakaua Avenue, Ft. DeRussy to Kapiolani Park, 5 to 7 p.m.    For information, parade route map, and schedule, call (808) 926-8177 or visit www.pan-pacific-festival.com.

Sunday, June 4: 
Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Jeff Rasmussen.  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.

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 3:  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 17:  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 23 & 24:  Honpa Hongwanji Hawai`i Betsuin, 1727 Pali Hwy., Honolulu.  6 to 10:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 536-7044.
• Friday & Saturday, June 23 & 24:  Wahiawa Hongwanji Mission, 1067 California Ave., Wahiawa.  Dancing 7 p.m.  (808) 622-4320.
• Friday & Saturday, June 30 & July 1:  Moiliili Hongwanji Mission, 1100 University Ave., Honolulu.  Dancing 6 p.m.  For information call (808) 949-1659

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, through June 25:
50^th State Fair at Aloha Stadium.  One of the largest annual events in the state and provides affordable entertainment for Hawai`i’s families. Bringing thrills and excitement to its midway with rides, games, food, and fun. Fridays: 6 p.m. to midnight; Saturdays: 4 p.m. to midnight; Sundays (except Sunday, June 11) noon to midnight; Thursday, June 8, 6 p.m. to midnight, Sunday, June 11, 4 p.m. to midnight.  Aloha Stadium, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd., Honolulu. For information visit http://ekfernandezshows.com/.