Aloha Visitor Guides

Maui Calls: “Celebrating Vintage Hawaiian Fashion”
2016-08-19 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, August 19:
Maui Calls: “Celebrating Vintage Hawaiian Fashion”. This annual gala fundraiser starts with a fresh flower lei greeting and Hawaiian music serenade. Highlights include live and silent auctions, concert with a surprise musical guest, and dancing under the glowing glass roof of the Pavilion. Enjoy pūpū created by chefs from Maui restaurants, paired with premium wines from around the world. This event is for ages 21 and over only. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Yokouchi Pavillion and A&B Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Monty Python’s Spamalot
2016-08-18 19:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, HI, 96743, United States
Thursday – Sunday, August 18 – 21:
Monty Python’s Spamalot. Presented by Waimea Community Theatre and Chorus, this musical comedy was adapted from the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. It retells the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. It features a bevy of beautiful show girls, cows, killer rabbits, and French People. Spamalot won three Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and was nominated for 14 Tony Awards. Kahilu Theater, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Waimea. Showtimes are Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.

Hawai`i Symphony Orchestra Presents: The Music of Queen
2016-08-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Friday, September 16:
Hawai`i Symphony Orchestra Presents: The Music of Queen. Experience the power of Queen’s music with the HSO’ full orchestra behind awesome vocals and a full rock band. A one-of-a-kind tribute to one of the most iconic bands in history. Enjoy favorites such as Bohemian Rhapsody, We are the Champions, Under Pressure, Another One Bites the Dust, Somebody to Love and more. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information visit www.Ticketmaster.com, purchase at Blaisdell box office, or by calling 94-MUSIC.

Obon at the Kona Coffee Living History Farm
2016-08-15 | Kona Coffee Living History Farm, 82-6199 Mamalahoa Hwy, Captain Cook, HI, 96704, United States
Monday & Tuesday, August 15 & 16:
Obon at the Kona Coffee Living History Farm. Learn about Obon – the Festival of Souls, a Japanese Buddhist tradition honoring ancestors. Visitors can create floating lanterns and learn about past farming methods. Kona Coffee Living History Farm, 82-6199 Mamalahoa Hwy., Captain Cook. For information call (808) 323-3222 or visit www.konahistorical.org.

Hawai`i International Music Festival
2016-08-14 19:30 - 22:00 | McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, August 14:
Hawai`i International Music Festival. This special concert will combine the finest classical music with Hawaiian culture, featuring performances by Silberger and Shoremount-Obra, along with soprano Mikayla Sager, cellist Daniel Lelchuk, and pianist Kwan Yi. They’ll share undiscovered gems by Shostakovich, Piazzolla, Kodály, Rachmaninoff, Bachelet, Mozart, and more. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Princeville Night Market
2016-08-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Princeville Shopping Center, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville, HI, United States
Sunday, August 14:
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.

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Waikiki Style”
2016-08-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Kapiolani Park, 3840 Paki Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Saturday, August 14:
Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Waikiki Style”. Event will feature 15 of the top artists in the slack key guitar genre for a 6 hour long concert. Also featuring island crafters, food vendors, a guitar and ukulele exhibit, festival merchandise, free giveaways, and at the end of the day a brand new Taylor Guitar will be given away to some lucky attendee. Free admission. Kapiolani Park, 3902 Paki Ave., Honolulu. Noon to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 226-2697.

Sea Life Park Summer Twilight Concert Series: Ne Leo Pilimehana and Willie K.
2016-08-13 16:30 - 21:00 | Sea Life Park, 41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo, HI, United States
Saturday, August 13:
Sea Life Park Summer Twilight Concert Series: Ne Leo Pilimehana and Willie K. Pre-concert day tickets cost $39.50, tickets at the door will be $49.50. Advance reservation dinner packages are available that include the concert and a special performance of the popular dolphin show. In addition, concert food and beverages will be available for purchase. Park opens at 5:30 p.m. to concertgoers; concert begins at 7 p.m.. For guests with a dinner package doors open at 4:30 p.m. Sea Life Park, 41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo. For tickets and information call (808) 259-2500 or visit www.sealifeparkhawaii.com.

Reebok Spartan Race Hawai`i Trifesta Weekend
2016-08-13 | Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe, HI, 96744, United States
Saturday & Sunday, August 13 & 14:
Reebok Spartan Race Hawai`i Trifesta Weekend. Hawai`i’s largest premier Obstacle Course Racing Event. The obstacles include but are not limited to 4-8 foot walls, barbed wire crawls, monkey bars, heavy objects pull and carry, fire jump and a 30 foot tall signature rope climb. The race is designed to test participants’ physical and mental toughness and entitle them to the sense of accomplishment when they cross the finish line. Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe. For tickets and information visit www.spartan.com.

Movies in the Park
2016-08-12 19:45 - 22:00 | Poipu Beach Park, Koloa, HI, 96756, United States
Friday, August 12:
Movies in the Park. Free admission. Bring blankets or beach chairs. Refreshments available for purchase. This is a family friendly event. Poipu Beach Park, 1959-2177 Ho`one Rd., Koloa. 7:45 p.m. pre-show entertainment by the Excel! Dance. Movie begins at 8 p.m. For information call (808) 240-1312 or visit www.poipurotary.org.

Spyro Gyra
2016-08-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, September 11:
Spyro Gyra. Contemporary jazz icons and recipients of multiple Grammy and Lifetime Achievement awards, Spyro Gyra returns to Hawai`i. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 6 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

An Intimate Evening with Rickie Lee Jones
2016-08-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Iao Theater, 68 N Market St, Wailuku, HI, 96793, United States
Tuesday, August 9:
An Intimate Evening with Rickie Lee Jones. Since two-time Grammy winner Rickie Lee Jones exploded onto the pop scene in 1978 with “Chuck E’s In Love,” she has made a career of fearlessly experimenting with her sound and persona over 15 critically acclaimed albums. Rickie is both a character in the songs and the songwriter singing, defying convention with her sometimes brazen sexuality and the mixed bag of jazz, rock and ‘confessional’ songwriter performances. Iao Theater, 68 N. Market St., Wailuku. 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 242-6969 or visit www.mauionstage.com.

Amy Hanai`ali`i
2016-08-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, HI, 96743, United States
Sunday, August 7:
Amy Hanai`ali`i. Singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur Amy Hanai`ali`i remains Hawai`i’s top selling female vocalist of all time, evidenced by 25 Na Hoku Hanohano awards and 5 Grammy nominations for Best Hawaiian Music Album. Kahilu Theater, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Waimea. 2 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.

Family Day 2016 & Youth Art Exhibition
2016-08-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Hui No`eau Visual Arts Center, 2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, HI, United States
Saturday, August 6:
Family Day 2016 & Youth Art Exhibition. Bring the whole family to Hui No`eau for this celebration that marks the opening of the Hui’s Youth Art Exhibition. Don’t miss out on a scavenger hunt (1st 50 people only), live glassblowing demonstrations, hands-on artists’ workshops, face painting, food trucks, and more. Explore the Hui grounds, picnic on the lawn, and see inside the Hui’s professional artist studios. Hui No`eau Visual Arts Center, 2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 572-6560 or visit www.huinoeau.com.

He`iva I Kaua`i
2016-08-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Kapa`a Beach Park, 56-106 Kapaa Road, Kapaa, HI, 96755 , United States
Saturday & Sunday, August 6 & 7:
He`iva I Kaua`i. Group and solo Tahitian dance and drumming competition. Festivities include Pacific artists, cultural demonstrations, island foods, Polynesian crafts, and a silent auction daily. Join the family fun with audience participation in Tahitian dance and coconut husking contests. Admission is $6, kids 6 and under free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Gates open at 9 a.m. Kapa`a Beach Park, Kuhio Hwy, Kapa`a. For information call (808) 823-8464 or visit www.heivaikauai.com.

Obon Dance & Festival – West Kaua`i Hongwanji Temple
2016-08-05 19:30 - 22:00 | West Kaua`i Hongwanji Temple, 1-3860 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Hanapepe, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, August 5 & 6:
Obon Dance & Festival – West Kaua`i Hongwanji Temple. 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 admission. West Kaua`i Hongwanji Temple, 1-3860 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Hanapepe. Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 335-3195.

An Intimate Evening with Rickie Lee Jones
2016-08-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, HI, 96743, United States
Friday, August 5:
An Intimate Evening with Rickie Lee Jones. Since two-time Grammy winner Rickie Lee Jones exploded onto the pop scene in 1978 with “Chuck E’s In Love,” she has made a career of fearlessly experimenting with her sound and persona over 15 critically acclaimed albums. Rickie is both a character in the songs and the songwriter singing, defying convention with her sometimes brazen sexuality and the mixed bag of jazz, rock and ‘confessional’ songwriter performances. Kahilu Theater, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Waimea. 7 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.

August Moon
2016-08-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Friday, August 5:
August Moon. The Honolulu Museum of Art’s summer wine and food event features wines from more than 30 winemakers from around the world and food from some of Oahu’s best chefs and restaurants. Proceeds from August Moon help fund the museum’s art education programs and build a healthy, creative community. Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania, Honolulu. 6 to 9 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2016-08-05 17:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, August 5:
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.

Obon Festival
2016-08-05 | HI
Fridays & Saturdays, throughout the month of August:
Obon 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. The following schedule is tentative and subject to change. Please call each venue to confirm dates and times.

Friday & Saturday, August 5 & 6: Waipahu Soto Zen Mission Taiyoji, 94-413 Waipahu St., Waipahu. Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 671-3103.
Saturday, August 6: Waialua Hongwanji, 67-313 Kealohaunui St., Waialua. Service 6 p.m.; Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 637-4395.
Friday & Saturday, August 12 & 13: Shingon Shu Hawai`i, 915 Sheradon St., Honolulu. Service 6 p.m.; Dance 6:30 p.m. For information call (808) 941-5663.
Friday & Saturday, August 12 & 13: Pearl City Hongwanji Temple, 858 2nd St., Pearl City. Service 5:30 p.m. (August 13th only), Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 455-1680.
Friday & Saturday, August 7 & 8: Soto Mission of Aiea – Taiheiji, 99-045 Kauhale St, Aiea. Dance 7 p.m. Okinawan bon dancing from 9 to 9:45 p.m. (August 13th only). For information call (808) 488-6794.
Friday & Saturday, August 19 & 20: Jodo Mission of Hawai`i, 1429 Makiki St, Honolulu. 6:30 p.m. For information call (808) 949-3995.
Friday & Saturday, August 19 & 20: Soto Mission of Hawai`i Betsuin Shoboji, 1708 Nuuanu Ave Honolulu. Dance 7 p.m.; Okinawan Dancing at 8:30 p.m. (August 20th only). For information call (808) 537-9409.
Friday & Saturday, August 19 & 20: Mililani Hongwanji, 95-257 Kaloapau St, Mililani. Food booths at 6 p.m. both nights, Dance 7:00 p.m. Lantern parade at 6:45 p.m. (August 19th only). For information call (808) 625-0925.
Saturday, August 20: Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. Byodo-in Temple, 47-200 Kahekili Hwy, Kaneohe. Time TBA. For information call (808) 239-8811.
Saturday, August 27: Nichirin Mission of Hawai`i, 33 Pulelehua Way, Honolulu. Food booths open 5 p.m. Dance 6 p.m. Parking available at Nu`uanu Congregational Church with free shuttle service from 4:30 to 10 p.m. For information call (808) 595-3517.
Saturday, August 27: Kapahulu Center, 3410 Campbell Ave., Honolulu. Food booths open 4 p.m. Dance 6 p.m. For information call (808) 737-1748.
Saturday, August 27: Aiea Hongwanji, 99-186 Puakala St, Aiea. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 488-5685.

MAPA Live presents Jekyll & Hyde, the Musical
2016-08-05 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Weekends, August 5 – 14:
MAPA Live presents Jekyll & Hyde, the Musical. Featuring a hauntingly beautiful score, this musical adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel exploring the transformation of a man’s soul has mesmerized audiences the world over. An evocative love story, Jekyll & Hyde is a chilling journey deep into the repressing mores of Victorian England and its underbelly of unleashed passions and sensuality. Contains mature language & themes. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. For tickets, show times and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Thursday August 6: Ke Kani `O Ke Kai – Jeff Peterson, Melveen Leed, & Natalie Ai Kamau`u
2016-08-04 17:30 - 21:00 | Waikiki Aquarium, 2777 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Thursday, August 4:
Thursday August 6: Ke Kani `O Ke Kai – Jeff Peterson, Melveen Leed, & Natalie Ai Kamau`u. Kick back on the cool, beachfront lawn at the Waikiki Aquarium, 1777 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, for an evening of live entertainment and food under the stars. Doors open 5:30 p.m., performance begins at 7 p.m. Waikiki Aquarium galleries will remain open during the concert. For tickets and information call (808) 923-9741 or visit www.waikikiaquarium.org.

Wildest Show in Town – Jimmy Borges and his Jazz All Stars
2016-08-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Wednesday, August 3:
Wildest Show in Town – Jimmy Borges and his Jazz All Stars. Enjoy live local music, keiki activities, and prizes, including an ukulele drawing. 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 p.m. Zoo exhibits close 5:30 p.m. Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 926-3191 or visit www.honoluluzoo.org/wild.

Red Clay Jazz Festival
2016-08-03 16:00 - 21:00 | Coconut Beach, 650 Aleka Loop, Kapa`a, HI, United States
Wednesday – Saturday, August 3 – 6:
Red Clay Jazz Festival. Jazz performers from across Hawai`i and the Mainland entertain island-wide at different venues, culminating with an ocean front main concert on Saturday at the Courtyard Kaua`i at Coconut Beach, 650 Aleka Loop, Kapa`a. Performances start at 4 p.m. and last until 9 p.m. Tent seating will be available, along with bring-your-own beach chair seating. Adding to this string of extraordinary jazz entertainment will be six food booths dishing out a variety of choices created by some of the island’s top chefs. For tickets, schedule, and information call (808) 822-3148 or visit www.redclayjazz.org.

Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit
2016-08-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue, HI, 96766 , United States
Daily:
Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit. Cleopatra’s Barge was an opulent yacht built in Massachusetts in 1816. It became The Royal Yacht of King Kamehameha II but was wrecked in 1824. It cost about $50,000 to build, and about the same amount for luxury furnishings. Marvel at the opulence of dthis beautifully crafted ship, whose splendor was breathtaking for its day. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., every day except Sundays. Admission is $10 adults, $6 students 13-17 years, $2 Children 6 – 12 years, 5 years and under free. For information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

Niaulani Nature Walk
2016-08-01 09:30 - 22:00 | Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village, HI, United States
Every Monday:
Niaulani Nature Walk. A free, guided rain forest tour in Volcano. This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. The walk introduces visitors to the native plants and birds of Volcano. Guides focus not only on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area, but also the cultural usages of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village. 9:30 a.m. Free; donations welcome. For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit volcanoartcenter.org.

Emily T. Gail Talks Story
2016-08-01 | HI
The “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show is found on espnhawaii.com on line, all the time and via Facebook/emilytgailtalkstory and a free iTunes podcast. Emily “talks story​”​ with recreational, high school and professional athletes, along with coaches, parents, organizers and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about all sports, at all levels and how high school, college, major league and recreational sports play an important part in communities. Sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide. Emily provides updates on many local events in August. Also info on golf specials like Family Golf Days at Waikoloa Beach Resort, where, after 3:30 p.m., 9 holes for junior golfers is $25 with complimentary Nike Junior rental clubs and $50 for accompanying adult with $25 rental clubs. Updates on free Queens Marketplace Entertainment at Center Court and Kailua Village multi-sport activities. Contact Emily at (808) 896-6780 or emilytgail@emilys.org.

Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament
2016-07-30 07:30 - 16:30 | Kailua Pier, 1 Ka`ahumanu, Kailua, HI, 96740, United States
July 30 – August 6:
Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament. Teams from around the world gather to fish the world-famous waters off the Kona Coast and a chance of capturing the HIBT’s prestigious Governor’s trophy. Kailua Pier is a great place to watch the iconic Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament start each morning at 7:30 a.m. as boats line up across Historic Kailua Bay. Spectators can expect to see lots of scoreboard action as teams weigh in their big fish at the end of fishing each day at 4:30 p.m. Kailua Pier, Kaahumanu Place, Kailu-Kona. For information call (808) 836-1723 or visit www.hibtfishing.com.

Obon Dance & Festival
2016-07-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Wailuku Hongwanji Mission, 1828 Vineyard St., Wailuku, HI, 96793, United States
Throughout 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, July 2: Lahaina Jodo Mission, 12 Ala Moana St., Lahaina. Service 6:30 p.m. followed by dancing at 8 p.m. For information call (808) 661-4304 or visit www.lahainajodomission.org.
Friday July 8: Pa`ia Mantokuji Mission, 253 Hana Hwy, Paia. Service 6 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 579-8051 or visit www.mantokujimauitemple.org.
Friday July 15: Kahului Hongwanji Mission, 291 S. Pu`unene Ave., Kahului. Service 7 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 871-4732 or visit www.kahuluihongwanji.org.
Friday, July 22: Makawao Hongwanji Mission,1074 Makawao Ave., Makawao. Service 6:30, Dance 7:30. For information call (808) 572-7229.
Friday July 29: Wailuku Hongwanji Mission, 1828 Vineyard St., Wailuku. Service 7 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 244-0406.

The Mayjah Rayjah
2016-07-29 17:00 - 21:00 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, United States
Thursday & Friday, July 29 & 30:
The Mayjah Rayjah. Hawai`i’s premier annual island & reggae music festival featuring international and local reggae stars. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 5 to 9 p.m. both days. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
