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 […]

Sundays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, May 19 – June 11: All Shook Up. A musical comedy built around a number of songs made famous by Elvis Presley. It’s not a biographical revue, but rather a tale of mistaken identity and romance inspired by Twelfth Night and other Shakespearean comedies. It's 1955, and into a square […]

Friday, June 2:  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. 5 to 9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 521-2903.

Friday, June 2:  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 in the Sculpture Lobby (second floor). Seating will be provided.  All ages welcome.  Parking available across South Hotel St. in the Ali`i Place building, or street parking […]

Saturday & Sunday, June 3 & 4:  Biggest Little Airshow in Hawai`i.  Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Midway.  See remote control warbirds, jets, and helicopters; open cockpits, Hangar 79 tours, prize drawings, kids’ activities, food and beverages.  Airshow entry (includes Hangar 79), $5, keiki 3 and under free.  Free with Museum General […]

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 […]

Sunday, June 4:  Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Jeff Rasmussen.  Na Mele No Na Pua brings to life the past, present and future of Hawai`i’s performing arts through the islands’ best entertainers in a casual, family-style setting. All concerts and exhibits are free and open to the public. Parking is limited and […]

Friday – Sunday, June 9 – 11: Pan-Pacific Festival.  This special three-day celebration includes a huge Friday night block party- Kalakaua Ave., between Lewers St. and Liliuokalani Ave. Enjoy multiple entertainment stages featuring cultural performances such as Japanese Taiko drums, Korean dance, Hawaiian music, hula, and more. Don’t miss the Pan-Pacific Hula Festival which happens […]

Saturday, June 10:  King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade & Ho`olaule`a.  Floats, horse-riding units and vehicles, all decorated with flowers, will procession their colorful way to Queen Kapiolani Park at the base of Diamond Head, at the end of Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki. This year’s theme is “Ka Puni `Ana o ka Haneli Makahiki – Celebrating […]

Saturday, June 10: 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., 2nd Floor, Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last.    For information call (808) 589-9959 or […]