Saturday, April 1:  Pacific Aviation Museum’s Family Fun Day:  Kites.  Activities include kite making, story time under the wings of an aircraft, and kite flying with a specialist. All ages are welcome. Free with admission and free to Museum Members. All materials are provided with registration, and spots are limited. Register here by March 20 to ensure […]

Saturday, April 8:  Sea Life Park Makapu`u Twilight Concert Series 2017 – Kupaoa, Hapa, Willie K. & Na Leo Pilimehana.  Sea Life Park hosts the Makapu`u Twilight Concert Series, bringing Hawai`i’s favorite music artists to one of Oahu’s most memorable venues. Family and friends of all ages are invited to experience Sea Life Park, listen […]

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 […]

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 […]

Sunday, April 2: Waikiki Artfest.  Artists display their own artwork for sale, to include ceramics, glass, wood workers, jewelry of all kinds, fiber art, photography, and fine art. Enjoy some nice mellow Hawaiian music by Ryan Tang, and some cool shave ice. Located at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki, in Kapiolani Park directly across […]

Thursdays, April 6 & 20: Made in Hawai`i Artfest.  Find original handmade-in-Hawai`i Arts & Crafts to the Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance.  Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club, pool level, 92-161 Waipahe Pl., Kapolei. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  For information visit http://hotcrafts.net/.

Friday – Sunday, April 7 – 9: Kawaii Kon.  Kawaii Kon is a 3-day convention that celebrates Japanese anime (cartoons), manga (comics), and all facets of Japanese culture. It offers a variety of events and activities throughout the weekend. From video games, table top games, costume contests, thousands of manga to read, a talent-filled Artist […]

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

Friday, April 7:  First Friday at Hawai`i State Art Museum.  Free, family-friendly evening at the Hawai`i State Art Museum. Galleries will be open late, including the “I Love Art” hands-on play area. Parking available across South Hotel St. in the Ali`i Place building, or street parking in the area. Several TheBus lines stop directly in […]

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