Saturday, August 25: Waimea Valley’s 6th Annual Summer Concert Series – Kaumakaiwa Kanaka`ole, Ho`aikane, Lim `Ohana, Halau Manaola.  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 for Waimea Valley guests.  Tickets can […]

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 […]

Saturday & Sunday, September 1 & 2:  36th Annual Okinawan Festival.  The two-day festival celebrates Okinawan culture with food, entertainment, arts, crafts, and cultural activities. Learn about Okinawan and Japanese culture at the Cultural Tent. There will be educational booths on Okinawan language (Uchinaaguchi) and genealogy; displays of Okinawan ceramics, glassware and textiles; and bonsai […]

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 […]

Friday, September 7: 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, September 7: 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, September 8:  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.

Friday & Saturday, September 14 & 15:  7th Annual Hawai`i Burlesque Festival & Revue.  The Hawai`i Burlesque Festival & Revue brings the biggest names in burlesque to Honolulu. The festival celebrates and preserves the legacy of burlesque as both an art form and cultural phenomenon.  This year’s Hawai`i Burlesque Festival & Revue celebrates 7 years […]