Saturday, May 24: 4th Annual International Ukulele Contest & Hula Show. Enjoy a contest between ‘ukulele stars ready to take their talents to the next level. Ala Moana Shopping Center, Center Stage, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is part of the Annual Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i. For information […]

Saturday, May 24: Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. This awards ceremony for Hawai`i recording industry is the equivalent of the Grammy Awards. Awards ceremony, including music performances, will be televised live. Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 4-6 p.m. For information call (808) 593-9424 or visit www.nahokuhanohano.org.

Sunday, May 25: Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i. An event that aims to share the ukulele with people of all ages and nationalities, well-known ukulele players from Hawai`i, Japan, and around the world will converge to make music along Oahu’s south shore until sunset. Kaka`ako Waterfront Park, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy a variety of booths featuring Hawaiian crafts, […]

Monday, May 26: 16th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai`i. Residents and visitors gather at Ala Moana Beach Park to honor loved ones and generate hope for the future. Ceremony begins at 6 p.m. For more information call (808) 942-1848 or visit www.lanternfloatinghawaii.com.

Saturday, May 31: Hawai`i Pops “Orchestra Series” #6, with Al Jarreau. This is Hawai`i Pops’ Premiere Season Finale, Dance and Concert, starring Music Legend Al Jarreau. Hawai`i Convention Center Ballroom, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, 8 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 550-8457 or visit hawaiipops.tix.com.

Every Monday through Saturday Night: Jazz Minds. A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupus, served in an ultra comfy, hip setting. Different bands perform nightly. 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center. 6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. nightly. For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

Tuesday – Thursday, June 3 – 5: Flight School for Boys. Three full days of introducing 6th through 8th grade male students to the history and science of flight. Immersive, hands on activities with an emphasis on Pacific aviation and fun. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $165 for the three-day program includes all materials, lunches, […]

Friday, June 6: First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Events are free and open to everyone. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5-9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information […]

Friday, June 6: Doris Duke Theatre Summer Concert – Joshua Radin. Chicago inner-city art teacher-turned-singer-songwriter Joshua Radin hits the Doris Duke Theatre stage to play his chart-topping wistful pop meditations. His evocative compositions have made them catnip for soundtracks, with his songs lending emotional weight to shows like Grey's Anatomy, Scrubs, House, and countless other […]

Saturday, June 7: Battle of Midway Commemoration. The Museum marks the 72nd anniversary of the turning point of WWII with a special Midway program 2 - 4 p.m. Curator and Author Burl Burlingame will present a talk entitled “Flying Fortresses Over Midway” at 2 p.m., followed by a 3 p.m. presentation and behind-the scenes look […]