Saturday, September 24:
Vegfest Oahu.  A free, family-friendly event celebrating plant-based, sustainable living. Taste delicious vegan food from local restaurants. The festival includes lectures about health and environmental topics, plant-based cooking demos by experienced chefs, and live music on the main stage. Shop at the Wellness Market with green and vegan-friendly products. For schedule lineup, parking info, and special contest giveaways, visit www.vegfestoahu.com.

Saturday, September 24:
Aloha Festivals:  Floral Parade 2015.  From Ala Moana Park, along Kalakaua Avenue to Kapiolani Park.  A colorful equestrian procession of female and male pau riders, extravagant floats with cascades of Hawaiian flowers, hula Halau and marching bands will brighten Kalakaua Avenue from Ala Moana Park to Kapiolani Park. This is a “must see” event! Free admission.  9 a.m. to noon.  For information call (808) 483-0730 or visit www.alohafestivals.com.

Sunday, September 18: 
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday.  Featuring entertainment and activities suitable for families and people of all ages. Explore the Honolulu Museum of Art’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, September 17:
Aloha Festivals Waikiki Ho`olaule`a.  The Annual Waikiki Ho`olaulea is Hawai`i’s largest block party. Thousands of people will take to the streets along Kalakaua Avenue for food, fun and entertainment. There will be performances by the various genres of Hawaiian music and hula halau (hula schools). Hawaiian crafts and flower leis and many varieties of island cuisine will be featured throughout the event. Kalakaua Ave., Waikiki, 7 to 10 p.m.  For information call (808) 923-2030 or visit www.alohafestivals.com.

Thursday – Sunday, September 15 – 18: 
Hula Girl Festival Hawai`i.  The Hula Girl Festival is produced by Johnny Kai Productions and is an exclusive invitation to hula dancers from Japan in appreciation of their love & support of Hawaiian music and hula. Stages will be provided at the Waikiki Beach Walk, Treetops Restaurant and Dinner Theater and the popular Wet-n-Wild Water Park in Kapolei. All the performances are free and open to the public. For schedule, venues, and information call (808) 271-5853 or visit www.hulagirlfestivalhawaii.com.

Saturday, September 10:
Pearlridge Keiki Ho`olaule`a.  A celebration for children with a full day of free activities, demonstrations, arts and crafts, and continuous stage performances.  Pearlridge Center Uptown, 98-1005 Moanalua Road, Aiea.  For information call (808) 923-2030 or visit www.alohafestivals.com.

Saturday, September 10:
Honbushin Odori Festival.  Odori means dance in Japanese.  Dance the night away with family and friends, Obon style.  Enjoy dances with popular dance groups, family fun with children’s games, ono food booths, door prizes, and vegetable bazaar.  Ample parking is available.  Honbushin International Center, 95-030 Waihonu St., Mililani.  5 to 9 p.m.  For information call (808) 623-7693 or visit www.honbushin.us.

Saturday, September 4: 
Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Kailua – Block Party Style”.  Event will feature some of the top artists in the slack key guitar genre for a minimum 5-6 hour long concert.  Food and refreshments will be available throughout the day as many fine restaurants and establishments are in close proximity to the festival site. Free giveaways will be done throughout the day and a free Taylor Guitar will be given away to some lucky winner at the end of the day. Free admission. 151 Hekili St., Kailua. Noon to 6 p.m. For information call (808) 226-2697 or visit www.slackkeyfestival.com.

Saturday, September 4: 
Tahiti Mana Presents Heiva I Waikiki 2016.  Experience the exciting and vibrant culture of Tahiti as the best solo and group dancers from the Hawaiian Islands and abroad come together at the Hawai`i Theatre Center to compete for championship titles. Watch the award winning dance troupe, Tahiti Mana, as they bring to life an ancient Tahitian legend, the Legend of Honoura. Shop from Tahitian crafters and artisans. Immerse yourself for the day in the culture of Hawai`i’s Polynesian cousins. Become educated, inspired, and awed by the dancers, costumes, musicians, and artisans.  Hawai`i Theatre, 1130 Bethel, Honolulu. 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.  For information and tickets call (808) 528-0506 or visit www.hawaiitheatre.com.

Saturday & Sunday, September 3 & 4:
Okinawan Festival.  This celebration of Okinawan culture features live entertainment, dancing, Okinawan food, and games for the children. Kapiolani Park, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. Saturday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with Bon Dance from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Craft Gallery and Children’s Games close at 4:30 p.m. For information call (808) 676-5400 or visit www.okinawanfestival.com.