Kamehameha Day Parade and Ho`olaule`a, Kailua-Kona

Hulihe`e Palace 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, United States

Saturday, June 10: Kamehameha Day Parade and Ho`olaule`a, Kailua-Kona.  Adorned in the flowers and colors of the Hawaiian Islands, regal pa`u riders on horseback will represent each of the eight islands, led by their respective princesses and the pa`u queen. The floral parade will also feature hula halau, equestrian units, marching bands, and more. The […]

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll

Hulihe`e Palace 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, United States

Sunday, June 11: Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll.  Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway from 1 to 6 p.m. Enjoy music, artists, merchants and restaurants. At 4 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihe`e Palace. Bring your own […]

Free

Princeville Night Market

Princeville Shopping Center 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville, HI, United States

Sunday, June 11:  Princeville Night Market.  Discover over 40 local artisans and enjoy live music from several different bands. Princeville Shopping Center, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville. 4 to 8 p.m.  Free admission. For information call (808) 635-2572.

Free

Cemetery Pupu Theatre – Yesterday’s News

Oahu Mortuary 2162 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States

Fridays & Saturdays, June 16 & 17 and June 23 & 24: Cemetery Pupu Theatre – Yesterday’s News.  The widespread attainment of literacy by Hawaiians gave rise to a vibrant and important role for newspapers among the general population. Newspapers were used for Christian educational purposes, to record and debate Hawaiian history and culture, and […]

Obon Dance & Festival

Wailuku Jodo Mission 67 Central Ave., Wailuku, HI, United States

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.  Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below: Saturday, […]

Obon Dance & Festival

Waimea Shingon Mission 3770 Pule Rd, Waimea, HI, United States

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 […]

Aloha Keiki Run

Kona Commons Shopping Center 74-5450 Makala Blvd., Kailua-Kona, HI, United States

Saturday, June 17: Aloha Keiki Run.  Various race distances from 100 yards to 1 mile for youth ages 1-15. All participants receive a race t-shirt, finisher's medal, & goody bag. Games, music, Big Wave Water Slide, photo booth, and fun for the whole family. Special appearance by Ronald McDonald to cheer on the runners.  Kona […]

$15

Na Mele `O Ko Olina

Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club 92-161 Waipahe Pl, Kapolei, HI, United States

Saturday, June 17:  Na Mele `O Ko Olina.  Hosting some of Hawai`i’s very best Slack Key and Ukulele musicians, as well as 40 Hawaiian artists who display their artwork for sale.   Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club Great Lawn (alongside the beach at Lagoon 3), 92-161 Waipahe Place, Kapolei.  9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  For information […]

Obon Dance & Festival

Papaikou Hongwanji Mission 27-378 Old Mamalahoa Hwy., Papaikou, HI, United States

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 […]

Obon Dance & Festival

Ewa Hongwanji Mission 91-1133 Renton Rd., Ewa, HI, United States

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 […]