Aloha Visitor Guides

1st Annual Kaua`i Art Tour – South & West side of Kaua`i
2015-04-18 08:00 - 17:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | HI
Saturday & Sunday, April 18 & 19:
1st Annual Kaua`i Art Tour – South & West side of Kaua`i. A self-guided, 2-weekend event to individual artists’ and artisans’ studios where they create their works of art and craft. Maps to registered artists’ studios and info about each artist will be available around the island during the month of April. The maps and artist info will also be available online throughout the tour. For more information call (808) 647-0478 or visit www.KauaiArtTour.com.

Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge Open House
2015-04-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge, 12 Mile Keanakolu Rd. (AKA Mana Rd.), Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Saturday, April 18:
Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge Open House. A great family oriented opportunity to see the Refuge and cooperative reforestation work, tour the greenhouse operations, and walk in high elevation ancient forests. Sightings of rare native birds are common in the Pua Akala rainforest and you will be accompanied by expert bird guides on this rare opportunity. Hear some compelling stories of rare and beautiful mints and lobeliads rescued from the brink of extinction. Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge, 12 Mile Keanakolu Rd. (AKA Mana Rd.) on Mauna Kea, Hilo. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call (808) 443-2300 or visit www.fws.gov/refuge/hakalau_forest.

The Gala – Benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui
2015-04-18 18:00 - 22:00 | Grand Wailea, 3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, HI, 96753, United States
Saturday, April 18:
The Gala – Benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui. Enjoy a fabulous evening of fantastic food, fun and entertainment oceanfront at the beautiful Grand Wailea. Enjoy delicious farm to table cuisine presented by island Chefs and dance under the stars while you party for a purpose. Grand Wailea, 3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea. 6 to 10 p.m. For tickets and information call (808)242-4363 or visit www.BGCMaui.org.

Honolulu Night Market - Passport
2015-04-18 18:00 - 23:00 | Kaka`ako, 449 Cooke St., Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Saturday, April 18:
Honolulu Night Market – Passport. Taking you around the world. Transport yourself and experience different countries. Enjoy everything from food to retail and everything in-between. Our Kaka`ako, 449 Cooke St., Honolulu. For information visit www.honolulunightmarket.com.

Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday – A Kings Tale
2015-04-19 11:00 - 17:00 | Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Sunday, April 19:
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday – A Kings Tale. The day offers a program of art activities, entertainment and film focused on an exhibition or art principle. Go on a gallery hunt in the exhibition Shahnameh: The Epic of Persian Kings then make Persian-inspired tiles and jewelry, participate in a collaborative paper mural, and see a book-making demonstration. Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania, Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2015-04-19 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, April 19:
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 mat or chair and they will be checked for free while you stroll Ali`i Drive, Kailua Village (Kona). For information, visit www.KVBID.org.

Ka`u Coffee Festival
2015-04-24 | HI
April 24 – May 3:
Ka`u Coffee Festival. Celebrating Ka`u’s famous brew with multiple events at different venues over 10 days. The fun begins with the Pa`ina Open House at Pahala Plantation House, 96-3208 Maile Street
Pahala, and continues with the Triple C Recipe Contest and Miss Ka`u Coffee Pageant at Ka`u Coffee Mill, Ka`u Mountain Water Systems Hike in Wood Valley, Coffee & Cattle Day at Aikane Plantation and Ka`u Star Gazing. The festival culminates with the all-day Ho`olaulea, May 2nd and Coffee College, May 3rd, at Pahala Community Center, 96-3208 Maile St., Pahala. The Ho`olaulea offers Hawaiian entertainment, crafts, coffee and food booths, plus Ka`u Coffee Experience with guided coffee tastings and farm tours. For more information and venues call (808) 929-9550 or visit www.KauCoffeeFest.com.

HTC Ohana! Series Presents – Romeo & Juliet
2015-04-24 19:00 - 21:10, 2015-04-25 14:00 - 16:10 | Hawai`i Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Friday & Saturday, April 24 & 25:
HTC Ohana! Series Presents – Romeo & Juliet. Easily the most beloved of Shakespeare’s tragedies, this story of “star-crossed lovers” resonates powerfully with middle and high school audiences. Hawai`i Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel St., Honolulu. Show times are Friday 7 p.m., and Saturday 2 p.m. $2 & $7. For tickets and information call (808) 528-0506, (808) 956-7655 or visit www.hawaiitheatre.com.

Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair
2015-04-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Kaua`i Veterans Museum, 3215 Kapule Hwy., Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Saturday, April 25:
Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair. Find an amazing array of quality hand-made products from Kaua`i’s own crafters and artisans. Beautifully crafted handbags & Hawaiian print placements, floral hair pins, fabric angels, Hawaiian quilts, Kaua`i scenic photography & paintings, carved hardwood tikis & bone jewelry, beach wear cover up, sunrise shell jewelry, Kaua`i souvenirs and much more by local Kaua`i artists. Ono local grinds. Kaua`i Veterans Museum, 3215 Kapule Hwy., Lihue.

1st Annual Kaua`i Art Tour – North & East side of Kaua`i
2015-04-25 08:00 - 17:00 | HI
Saturday & Sunday, April 25 & 26:
1st Annual Kaua`i Art Tour – North & East side of Kaua`i. A self-guided, 2-weekend event to individual artists’ and artisans’ studios where they create their works of art and craft. Maps to registered artists’ studios and info about each artist will be available around the island during the month of April. The maps and artist info will also be available online throughout the tour. For more information call (808) 647-0478 or visit www.KauaiArtTour.com.

The 10th Annual Laupahoehoe Music Festival
2015-04-25 09:00 - 16:00 | Laupahoehoe Point Beach, Laupahoehoe, HI, 96764, United States
Saturday, April 25:
The 10th Annual Laupahoehoe Music Festival. Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park, 9 am- 4 pm.
The non-profit organization Malama Hawaii Nei, along with Laupahoehoe Community Public Charter School organized the festival this year to help raise scholarship money for Laupahoehoe area students and to fund community projects. This year’s Hawaiian-style event features some of the island’s best music and hula entertainers performing at Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park. Tickets $12 in advance at Hilo Guitars, Basically Books and Hilo Music Exchange in Hilo, and Sakado Store in Laupahoehoe, Taro Patch and Grandma’s Kitchen in Honokaa, and in Kona at Music Exchange, or $15 at the gate. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.LaupahoehoeMusicFestival.org. Age 10 and under free. It’s a day of music, music, music, ono grinds and crafts. Drinks available on site. No coolers please. This is an alcohol- and drug-free event.For more information, call (808) 962-2200 or email gerry.delgado@lcpcs.org.

Na Mea Hula
2015-04-25 09:30 - 13:30 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, April 25:
Na Mea Hula. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko performances, presenting a lovely display of “Na Mea Hula” (all things hula), visitors share in a variety of instruments, implements and lei styles that play an integral role in the life of the hula practitioner. This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family friendly. Lanai of the Volcano Art Gallery. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Hula Kahiko Performance by Kumu Ha'amauliola Aiona & Kumu Kawelo Kong Kee with Ke Kula o Nawahiokalani`opu'u
2015-04-25 10:30 - 12:30 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, April 25:
Hula Kahiko Performance by Kumu Ha’amauliola Aiona & Kumu Kawelo Kong Kee with Ke Kula o Nawahiokalani`opu’u. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond have been invited to perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in an area known as Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. The event is free, park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Hawaiian Music Series
2015-04-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, April 30:
Hawaiian Music Series. Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Streets, Lahaina. 6 to 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Kauluwehi Lei Exhibition and Kauluwehi Lei Contest
2015-05-01 | Wailoa Center, 200 Piopio St., Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Friday & Saturday, May 1 & 2:
Kauluwehi Lei Exhibition and Kauluwehi Lei Contest. On May 1st, The Kauluwehi Lei Exhibition will be open at the Wailoa Center in Hilo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. View the lei crafted by Hawai`i’s very own lei artists at a juried lei contest. Refreshments, entertainment and keiki crafts will be available. 5 to 7 p.m. On Saturday, May 2nd, participate in a free Kauluwehi lei workshop. Participants will craft a kui-style lei. Lei materials provided. Registration is required as spaces are limited. To register email Anya Tagawa at anya.h.tagawa@hawaii.gov. 11a.m – 2 p.m. Wailoa Center, 200 Piopio St., Hilo. For more information call (808) 933-0416.

Na Keiki `O Ka Aina
2015-05-01 | Kaua`i Village Shopping Center, 4-356 Kuhio Highway, Wailua-Anahola, HI, 96746, United States
Daily:
Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land). Classes in Hawaiian and Polynesian Arts and Culture for Keiki & Adults. Most Keiki classes are free, adult classes request a donation to the non-profit organization. Located under the Whale Clock Tower in Kaua`i Village Shopping Center. For more information and class schedules call (808) 821-1234 or visit www.TheChildrenoftheLand.com.

Ka`u Coffee Festival
2015-05-01 | Pahala Community Center, 96-1149 Kamani St., Pahala, HI, 96777, United States
April 24 – May 3:
Ka`u Coffee Festival. Celebrating Ka`u’s famous brew with multiple events at different venues over 10 days. The fun kicks off with the Pa`ina Open House at Pahala Plantation House and continues with the Triple C Recipe Contest and Miss Ka`u Coffee Pageant at Ka`u Coffee Mill, Ka`u Mountain Water Systems Hike in Wood Valley, Coffee & Cattle Day at Aikane Plantation and Ka`u Star Gazing. Festival culminates with the all-day Ho`olaulea May 2nd and Coffee College May 3rd at Pahala Community Center, 96-3208 Maile St., Pahala. Ho`olaulea offers Hawaiian entertainment; craft, coffee and food booths; Kau Coffee Experience with guided coffee tastings and farm tours. For more information and venues call (808) 929-9550 or visit www.KauCoffeeFest.com.

May Day is Lei Day at the Kaua`i Museum
2015-05-01 07:00 - 18:00 | Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue, HI, 96766 , United States
Friday, May 1:
May Day is Lei Day at the Kaua`i Museum. The Kaua`i Museum brings together flower lovers, lei makers and Hawaiian cultural enthusiasts. There will be a lei contest, demonstrations on lei making, a silent auction, local food and crafts for sale, and finishing up the festivities with a concert featuring local musician Paula Fuga at 5 p.m. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. For directions and information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

Na Lei Hiwahiwa `Ewalu – A May Day Celebration Concert
2015-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Kaua`i Beach Resort, 4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Friday, May 1:
Na Lei Hiwahiwa `Ewalu – A May Day Celebration Concert. Kaua`i Beach Resort, 431 Kaua`i Beach Dr., Lihue, 6 to 9 p.m. Ticket cost is $25 in advance, $30 at the door for adults; children 6 – 17, $5. For tickets and information call (808) 651-1868.

Lei Day Celebration 2014
2015-05-01 09:00 - 16:30 | Queen Kapiolani Park and Bandstand, 2806 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Friday, May 1:
Lei Day Celebration 2014. The Hawaiian Lei Day Celebration events began in 1927. The annual Lei Day Celebration provides a venue to celebrate the lei and the skill and artistry of Hawai`i’s lei makers. Enjoy local musicians entertaining and vendors selling lei, craft, and food throughout the day. Queen Kapiolani Park and Bandstand, 2806 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For information and event schedule call (808) 768-3042 or visit www.honolulu.gov/parks/programs.html.

Lei Day Heritage Festival
2015-05-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Bailey House Museum, 2375A Main St, Wailuku, HI, 96739, United States
Friday, May 1:
Lei Day Heritage Festival. A free community event featuring a lei contest, craft demonstrations, special presentations by Kimo Keaulana. Walter & Luana Kawaiaea, Moana Beamer and Tom Fairbanks. Bailey House Museum, 2375-A Main St., Wailuku. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2015-05-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Every Friday:
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Held at Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2015-05-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Friday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. May 1 – Ahupua`a – Mountain to Sea; May 8 – Dreams Come True; May 15 – Tour of the Islands; May 22 – Hanalei Slack Key; May 29 – Legends of Slack Key. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). Slack key guitar and `ukulele in the real old style. All traditional music with songs and stories of the islands, telling the history of this Hawaiian musical art form. Voted 2014 Best Live Show in Hawai`i by Hawai`i Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai Ohana `O Hanalei. Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei. 4 to 6 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2015-05-01 17:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, May 1:
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. 5-9 p.m. Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2015-05-01 18:00 - 20:30 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Every Friday:
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum. Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. Dusk – 8:30 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina/children 12 & under free. For information visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2015-05-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Unnamed Venue, HI, United States
Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event. 6-9 p.m. May 1 – Wailuku, on Market Street; May 8 – Lahaina, on Front Street; May 15 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; May 22 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center. For more information visit www.MauiFridays.com.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2015-05-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Old Town Hanapepe, HI, United States
Friday Evenings:
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk. Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Old Town Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy shopping at local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classic cars, live music and entertainment. For information call (808) 335-6469.

Jazz Minds
2015-05-01 18:30 | Jazz Minds, 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Every Monday through Saturday Night:
Jazz Minds. A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupus, 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. For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

Cazimero Lei Day Concert
2015-05-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, May 1:
Cazimero Lei Day Concert. The annual tradition of a Maui Lei Day Concert at The MACC with the Cazimero ohana is always a celebratory event. Enjoy contemporary Hawaiian music with Robert Cazimero along with his band, and hula with dancers from his hālau. Also featuring Raiatea Helm. Pre-show festivities include a hula performance on stage in the Pavilion, and island crafters will be on hand with local arts & crafts displays and a selection of fragrant lei to make your day. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Dr., Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
