Friday & Saturday, June 29 & 30: Mango Jam Honolulu. Live entertainment with local celebrity musicians, cultural performances and more. Craft booths and demonstrations. Food booths with mango-inspired dishes and beverages. Beer garden with mango-inspired drinks. Farmers’ market with fresh mangos and other produce. Frank F. Fasi Civic Center, Honolulu Hale, 530 S. King St., […]
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 […]
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 […]
Saturday, June 30: Waimea Valley’s 6th Annual Summer Concert Series – Josh Tatofi, Kapena, Na Hoa, Napua Greig, Halau Na Lei Kaumaka O Uka. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Waimea Valley during the concert. Food and drinks will be available at the show. Low beach chairs, blankets, and small coolers are allowed. Parking is free […]
Wednesday, July 4: Kailua Fireworks Festivities. The beach town of Kailua celebrates its 4th of July festivities by hosting a crackling display of fireworks at Kailua Beach Park. Fireworks begin at 8 p.m. For information visit http://kailuafireworks.net/.
Wednesday, July 4: Ala Moana Beach Park 4th of July Festivities. The free show, launched from three separate platforms at Ala Moana Beach Park, will begin at 8:30 p.m. Spectators can tune in to FM 92.3 KSSK for a live soundtrack that accompanies the show. Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. For […]
Friday, July 6: 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 […]
Friday, July 6: 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 […]
Saturday, July 7: Mo`ili`ili Summer Fest. The Mo`ili`ili Summer Fest celebrates historic Mo`ili`ili and the Obon season. The annual event is a modern street festival alongside Honolulu’s largest Bon Dance and aims to highlight the cultural diversity, history, and businesses of Mo`ili`ili. In its 7th year, Mo`ili`ili Summer Fest has grown into a dining, shopping […]
Sunday – Saturday, July 9 – 14: Waikiki Steel Guitar Week. A week-long event celebrating Hawaiian music and the Hawaiian steel guitar. The scheduling of the festival provides opportunities for fans of either instrument to expand their music experience by participating in both events. Monday through Thursday evenings will feature one-hour performances by different Hawaiian […]
Wednesday, July 11: Wildest Show in Town Summer Concert Series – Beat Lele. Enjoy live local music, keiki activities, and prizes, including an `ukulele drawing for children 12 and under. Plate lunches and snacks will be available for purchase. Admission is $3 ages two and over. Zoo gates open 4:35 p.m. Concert 6 to 7 […]
Friday, July 12: Twilight Summer Concert Series – Sam & the Sumo Ninjaz (Bluegrass). Visit the garden for a free summer sunset concert. Free admission, begins at 4:30 p.m. every Thursday of June and July. The concert begins at 5:45 p.m. so you have time to explore the gardens before the music starts. Foster Botanical […]
Saturday, July 14: Best of Honolulu Festival. A free, family-friendly event featuring 'ono food, keiki zone, entertainment and a marketplace. HONOLULU Family Magazine will also be holding its annual Cover Kids Search. They are searching for local kids between the ages of 1 and 12 years old to be on the covers next year. A professional […]
Saturday, July 14: 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., 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.
Sunday, July 15: Annual `Ukulele Festival. In 1971, at a time when very few people were interested in the ukulele, Roy Sakuma organized the 1st Annual Ukulele Festival. It was Sakuma’s dream to present a free concert to show people that the ukulele could be played as a solo instrument of sophistication and virtuosity and […]
Sunday, July 15: 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 […]
Tuesday – Friday, July 17 – 20: Explorers Club. STEM camp for grades 3-5, featuring hands-on activities that promote collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving. Program cost is $240 ($210 for Museum members), and covers lunches, snacks, t-shirt, and all materials. Free add-on Family Membership for those who register at the non-member price. Membership is […]
Wednesday, July 18: Wildest Show in Town Summer Concert Series – Special Guest. Enjoy live local music, keiki activities, and prizes, including an `ukulele drawing for children 12 and under. Plate lunches and snacks will be available for purchase. Admission is $3 ages two and over. Zoo gates open 4:35 p.m. Concert 6 to 7 […]
Friday, July 21: Prince Lot Hula Festival. The largest non-competitive hula event in Hawai`i, the festival honors Prince Lot Kapuāiwa, who helped reprise hula and reigned as Kamehameha V from 1863 to 1872. Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the day. Limited edition tee shirts and souvenir kokua buttons will be […]
Monday – Friday, July 23 – 27: Flight School for Girls. A five-day adventure in the history and technology of aviation for 6th-8th graders. Immersive, hands on activities with an emphasis on Pacific aviation and fun. $330 per student ($290 for Museum Members) for the five-day program and includes all materials, lunches, snacks, and a […]
Tuesday, July 24: Happy 121st Birthday, Amelia Earhart! The Museum fronts Luke Field on Ford Island, where Earhart ground looped her Lockheed Electra on takeoff March 20, 1937, while attempting her Round-the-World-Flight. There will be free birthday celebration cake and punch at 11 am. Bring your family and friends to help celebrate this woman in […]
Wednesday, July 25: Wildest Show in Town Summer Concert Series – Makaha Sons. Enjoy live local music, keiki activities, and prizes, including an `ukulele drawing for children 12 and under. Plate lunches and snacks will be available for purchase. Admission is $3 ages two and over. Zoo gates open 4:35 p.m. Concert 6 to 7 […]
Saturday, July 28: Waimea Valley’s 6th Annual Summer Concert Series – Ekolu, Amy Hanaiali`i, Keauhou, Na Waiho`olu`u, Kumu Hula Hiwa Vaughan & Halau Kalehua Tuahine. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Waimea Valley during the concert. Food and drinks will be available at the show. Low beach chairs, blankets, and small coolers are allowed. Parking is […]
Tuesday & Wednesday, July 31 & August 1: Aviation Adventure. For children ages 13-15, or Flight School alumni. Travel through time to discover the ways aviation has transformed Hawai`i and the Pacific region over the past century. Activities emphasize major events and advancements from the early days of flight to the space age of the […]
Tuesday & Wednesday, July 31 & August 1: Aviation Adventure. For children ages 13-15, or Flight School alumni. Travel through time to discover the ways aviation has transformed Hawai`i and the Pacific region over the past century. Activities emphasize major events and advancements from the early days of flight to the space age of the […]
Nightly: O Nā Lani 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 […]
Throughout the Month of August: 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 […]
Friday, August 3: 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 […]
Throughout the Month of August: 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 […]
Throughout the Month of August: 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 […]
Throughout the Month of August: 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 […]
