Annual `Ukulele Festival
Kapiolani Park Bandstand 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, HI, United StatesSunday, July 15: Annual `Ukulele Festival. In 1971, at a time when very few people were interested in the ukulele, Roy Sakuma organized the 1st Annual Ukulele Festival. It was Sakuma’s dream to present a free concert to show people that the ukulele could be played as a solo instrument of sophistication and virtuosity and […]
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum of Art
Honolulu Museum of Art 900 S Beretania, Honolulu, HI, United StatesSunday, July 15: Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum of Art. Featuring entertainment and activities suitable for families and people of all ages. Explore the Museum’s galleries through art hunts, art activities, demonstrations, film screenings and entertainment. Themes change monthly and tie in with the Museum’s permanent collections and special exhibitions. Honolulu Museum […]
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
Hulihe`e Palace 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, United StatesSunday, July 15: 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 […]
Explorers Club
Pacific Aviation Museum 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, United StatesTuesday – Friday, July 17 – 20: Explorers Club. STEM camp for grades 3-5, featuring hands-on activities that promote collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving. Program cost is $240 ($210 for Museum members), and covers lunches, snacks, t-shirt, and all materials. Free add-on Family Membership for those who register at the non-member price. Membership is […]
Wildest Show in Town Summer Concert Series – Special Guest
Honolulu Zoo 151 Kapahulu, Honolulu, HI, United StatesWednesday, July 18: Wildest Show in Town Summer Concert Series – Special Guest. Enjoy live local music, keiki activities, and prizes, including an `ukulele drawing for children 12 and under. Plate lunches and snacks will be available for purchase. Admission is $3 ages two and over. Zoo gates open 4:35 p.m. Concert 6 to 7 […]
Jazz Night at the Palace Theater
Palace Theater 38 Haili Street, Hilo, HI, United StatesThursday, July 19: Jazz Night at the Palace Theater. The Palace Theater is proud to present Jazz Night at the Palace with music by SOUL ON A ROLL! The Palace Café will be open with special menu items. Mehana Beer and Wine will be available for purchase. Arrive early, seating is limited. Enjoy jazz from some […]
Obon Dance & Festival
Kahului Hongwanji Mission 291 S. Pu`unene Ave., Kahului, HI, United StatesThroughout the Month of July: 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
Kapa`a Hongwanji Mission 4-1170 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a, HI, United StatesThroughout the Month of July: 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 […]
Historic Hapa Trail Walk
St. Raphael’s Church 3011 Hapa Rd., Koloa, HI, United StatesSaturday, July 21: Historic Hapa Trail Walk. An easy morning walk along historic Hapa Trail by the Koloa Community Association. Meet your tour guides at St. Raphael’s Church – this is the island’s oldest Catholic church, so your historical tour is off to a good start. Hapa Road Trail isn’t used anymore, but it was […]
Prince Lot Hula Festival
Iolani Palace 364 S. King, Honolulu, HI, United StatesFriday, July 21: Prince Lot Hula Festival. The largest non-competitive hula event in Hawai`i, the festival honors Prince Lot Kapuāiwa, who helped reprise hula and reigned as Kamehameha V from 1863 to 1872. Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the day. Limited edition tee shirts and souvenir kokua buttons will be […]