Saturday & Sunday, March 30 & 31: Waikiki Artfest.  Featuring over 75 of Hawai`i’s fine artists and handcraft artisans who display their own artwork for sale, to include all types of jewelry, clothing, wood products, stained glass, ceramics, soaps and candles, quilts, photography, and lauhala products. There will be live entertainment and food available to […]

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 […]

Every Monday through Saturday Night:  Jazz Minds.  A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and food, 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; closed Sundays.  For information and entertainment schedule call (808) 945-0800 or visit […]

Thursday, April 4:  Henry Kapono’s Artist 2 Artist Series: Featuring Amy Hanai`ali`i.  Join GRAMMY® Award nominee Henry Kapono as he opens each show with his own classic hits, then talks one on one with the featured artist, “deconstructing” their career, artist to artist. The show wraps up with an intimate jam session you don’t want […]

Friday, April 5:  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 […]

Friday, April 5: 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 […]

Saturday, April 6: Spring Open House and Family Fun Day.  Featuring free admission, family and kid-friendly activities, and entertainment from Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band. Learn about life at the Honolulu Mission Station in the 19th century at the two oldest still-standing houses in Hawai`i. Free family and kid activities will include lauhala […]

Saturday, April 12:  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.

Saturdays, April 27 – May 26:  Dinner Detective Murder Mystery.  America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show is now playing in Honolulu, Hawai`i. Solve a hilarious crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware, the culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a […]

Friday, April 12, Saturdays, April 13 – May 18:  The Adventures of Pinocchio.  Enjoy a new take on a timeless classic with Honolulu Theatre for Youth’s production of Pinocchio. Re-imagined with a radiant new design and original music, this story about a mischievous puppet and his father Geppetto holds powerful lessons about truth and lies, […]