Aloha Visitor Guides

Honolulu Festival
2016-03-11 | Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Friday – Sunday, March 11 – 13:
Honolulu Festival. Celebrate the people and culture of the Pacific Rim and Hawai`i with dynamic dance performances, music, and exhibits. Under the theme, “Cultural Harmony, Journey to Peace”, the Festival’s weekend of activities also features the ever-popular Grand Parade through Waikiki (Sunday 4 p.m.) and the spectacular Nagaoka Fireworks Show (Sunday, 8:30 p.m.) over Waikiki Beach. Free admission. Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, and other venues. For information, schedule and list of venues call (808) 539-3409 or visit www.honolulufestival.com.

Heiva I Honolulu
2016-03-11 | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Friday & Saturday, March 11 & 12:
Heiva I Honolulu. Hawai`i’s largest and best Tahitian dance competition with local, mainland and international competitors. Unique Polynesian handicrafts and food on hand make it a must for locals and visitors alike. The dancing, drumming and music set it apart from the regular stereotype Waikiki show.. Neil Blaisdell Center Arena, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 732-7342 or visit www.tahitinuiinternational.com.

Haleakala National Park’s Commercial-Free Day
2016-03-09 | Haleakalā National Park, Kula, HI, United States
Wednesday, March 9:
Haleakala National Park’s Commercial-Free Day. Haleakala National Park is home to Haleakala Crater, a dormant volcano, and Maui’s highest peak. Rising over 10,000 feet above sea level, its graceful slopes can be seen from just about any point on the island. Haleakala means “House of the Sun” in Hawaiian, and legend has it that the demigod Maui lassoed the sun itself from its summit to slow the sun’s journey across the skies. This day allows Native Hawaiians to practice traditional cultural activities unfettered by tours and other activities. The park will be open to visitors. For information visit www.nps.gov/hale/parkmgmt/csp.htm.

Maui Solar Eclipse Fair
2016-03-08 15:30 - 19:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kalama Park, 1900 S. Kihei Road, Kihei, HI, United States
Tuesday, March 8:
Maui Solar Eclipse Fair. Safely experience the beauty of the crescent sun with The National Solar Observatory and the Maui Science Center. The moon will begin to move in front of the sun at approximately 4:30 p.m. By 5:30 p.m., approximately 60% of the Sun will be blocked by the Moon, creating a crescent-shaped Sun on Maui’s western horizon. Local astronomers will be on site with solar telescopes for an up close view of the eclipse. Free eclipse glasses will also be available. Enjoy science activities, exhibits, and crafts. Fun for the whole family. Kalama Park, South Kihei Rd., Kihei (across from Foodland). 3:30 to 7 p.m. Warning: Please remember to NEVER look at the sun without specially designed eye protection. Direct viewing of the Sun can cause permanent eye damage! For information visit www.MauiScienceCenter.com.

The Pit Stop: Shop, Dine & Dash
2016-03-08 | Aloha Stadium, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd., Aiea, HI, 96818, United States
Tuesday, March 8:
The Pit Stop: Shop, Dine & Dash. Enjoy this block party including food trucks, Food tents, local crafters, resellers, live entertainment & more. Enjoy an evening of shopping and dining instead of sitting in traffic. Aloha Stadium, 99-500 Sale Lake Blvd, Honolulu. For information call (808) 927-5730 or visit www.thepitstophawaii.com.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2016-03-07 08:30 - 11:30 | West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, HI, 96796, United States
Every Monday:
Historic Waimea Walking Tour. Take a 3 hour walk back through time in the place where Captain Cook first landed in Waimea. Learn about the last King of Kaua`i, the missionaries, and other famous citizens of Waimea and the landmarks they left behind. West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea. 8:30 a.m. Reservations required no later than 4 p.m. Friday before that Monday to schedule a tour. For reservations and information call (808) 338-1332 or visit www.westkauaivisitorcenter.org/walkingtour.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-03-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Sunday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. March 6 – Spirit of Slack Key; March 13 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music; March 20 – Tour of the Island; March 27 – Traditional Slack Key. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). The concerts are nahenahe – soft and sweet. 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. 3 to 5 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Royal Order of Kamehameha First Annual Fundraiser Concert
2016-03-06 13:00 - 17:00 | Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, HI, 96743, United States
Sunday, March 6:
Royal Order of Kamehameha First Annual Fundraiser Concert. Concert features award-winning vocalists Weldon Kekauoha and Kainani Kahuanaele, with hula by Kumu Hula Paul Neves’ Halau Ha`a Kea `O Kinohi. There will be a Silent Auction from 1 to 1:45 p.m. in the lobby. Doors open for concert at 1:45pm; concert at 2 p.m. Reserved. Preferred seating $45; General seating $35. Keep your ticket stubs for Lucky Number Drawings. Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Waimea. For tickets and information visit www.kahilutheatre.org or call (808) 885-6868.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Dr., Princeville, HI, United States
Saturday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. March 5 – Poina `Ole – Never to be Forgotten; March 12 – Ahupua`a – Mountain to Sea; March 19 – Circle of Life; March 26 – Hanalei 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. Proceeds support Princeville at Hanalei Community Association and this program. Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Dr., Princeville. 6 to 8 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Santana
2016-03-05 17:30 - 20:30 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A & B Amphitheater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Saturday, March 5:
Santana. Delivered with a level of passion and soul equal to the legendary sonic charge of his guitar, the sound of Carlos Santana is one of the world’s best‐known musical signatures. For more than four decades—from Santana’s earliest days as a groundbreaking Afro‐Latin blues‐rock fusion outfit in San Francisco—Carlos has been the visionary force behind artistry that transcends musical genres and generational, cultural, and geographical boundaries. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A & B Amphitheater, 5: 30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Lucky to be in Hawai`i
2016-03-05 16:00 - 22:00 | Unnamed Venue, Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States
Saturday, March 5:
Lucky to be in Hawai`i. Experience this block festival event on Kalakaua Ave., in Waikiki. Food trucks will feature some of the best “ONO GRINDZ” the island has to offer. With a variety of local arts and crafts vendors you will be sure to take the perfect memory back home to your hale and Ohana. Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 4 to 10 p.m. For information call (808) 533-9016 or visit www.millwoodohanaproductions.com.

Great Waikoloa `Ukulele Festival
2016-03-05 11:15 - 19:00 | Queen’s Marketplace, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI, 96738, United States
Saturday, March 5:
Great Waikoloa `Ukulele Festival. The festivities include a free workshop with celebrated teacher Roy Sakuma, concerts all afternoon, instrument giveaways, Hawaiian crafts and more. Traditional `ukulele masters, school groups, up-and-coming artists and top entertainers in the `ukulele world will be at the festival. Queen’s Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Resort, 60-201 Waikoloa Beach Rd., Waikoloa Village. 11:15 a.m. – 7 p.m. For information call (808) 886-8822 or visit www.ukulelefestivalhawaii.org.

Pacific Aviation Museum’s Open Cockpit Day
2016-03-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Saturday, March 5:
Pacific Aviation Museum’s Open Cockpit Day. The Museum’s popular family aviation adventure returns. Climb into the cockpit of one of several historic aircraft and talk story with pilots. Flight suits, helmets, and fun provided. Bring your camera. Open aircraft will include: F-5, RC-3 Seabee, F-111, SH-60, CH-46, and the OH-58. Event is free with Museum admission and free to Museum Members. Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor, Hangar 79, Ford Island, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Waialua Carnival
2016-03-04 18:00 - 22:00 | Waialua High and Intermediate School, 67-160 Farrington Hwy., Waialua, HI, United States
Friday – Sunday, March 4 – 6:
Waialua Carnival. Experience this carnival in the country with the EK Fernandez Midway of rides and games, famous live entertainment, and lots of delicious local foods. Enjoy bands such as Culture Nation, Na Wai Kea Nui Nui, Rodney Lopez, Pineapple Express, and more. All this under the trees and on the cool lawn in the country. Waialua High and Intermediate School, 67-160 Farrington Hwy., Waialua. Friday, 6 – 10 p.m.; Saturday, noon to 10 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. For information visit www.waialuacarnival.org.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2016-03-04 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.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2016-03-04 18:00 - 21:00 | HI
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. March 4 – Wailuku, on Market Street; March 11 – Lahaina, on Front Street; March 18 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; March 25 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center. For more information visit www.MauiFridays.com.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2016-03-04 17:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, March 4:
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.

Big Island Woodturners 18th Annual Exhibit – Hilo
2016-03-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Wailea Art Center, 200 Piopio St., Hilo, HI, United States
March 4 – 31:
Big Island Woodturners 18th Annual Exhibit – Hilo. Meet-the-Artists opening reception on March 4th from 5 to 7 p.m., open to the public. Show is open Monday thru Saturday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with free woodturning demonstrations every Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free to the public. Wailea Art Center, 200 Piopio St., Hilo. For more information, call (808) 934-4254 or visit www.bigislandwoodturners.org.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-03-04 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. March 4 – Heart of Slack Key; March 11 – Kaua`i Slack Key; March 18 – Dreams Come True; March 25 – Gift of the Ancestors. 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.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2016-03-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Volcano Art Center Gallery Porch, Crater Rim Dr, Volcano, 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. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

An Evening with Santana
2016-03-03 20:00 - 23:00 | Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States
Thursday, March 3:
An Evening with Santana. Delivered with a level of passion and soul equal to the legendary sonic charge of his guitar, the sound of Carlos Santana is one of the world’s best‐known musical signatures. For more than four decades—from Santana’s earliest days as a groundbreaking Afro‐Latin blues‐rock fusion outfit in San Francisco—Carlos has been the visionary force behind artistry that transcends musical genres and generational, cultural, and geographical boundaries. Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. 8 p.m. Tickets available at the Blaisdell Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets including Walmart, online at www.ticketmaster.com, and by phone at 1-800-745-3000. For information visit www.santana.com.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2016-03-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Every Wednesday:
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert. Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by various renowned slack key masters who are true ambassadors of their music, their culture and their land for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”. March 2 – Brother Noland; March 9 – Kawika Kahiapo; March 16 – Led Kaapana; March 23 – Danny Carvalho; March 30 – Jerome Koko of Makaha Sons. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. Located at the Pavilion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, Napili. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit www.slackkeyshow.com.

Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program
2016-03-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Maui Humane Society Shelter, 1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene, HI, 96784, United States
Every Wednesday and Thursday:
Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program. Do you miss your pet when traveling? Visitors can offer a “helping paw” to homeless animals at the Maui Humane Society shelter, located in Pu`unene (central Maui), on Mokulele Hwy. between Kihei and Kahului. 1 to 3 p.m. Help with such activities as walking dogs, bathing puppies, brushing cats, or playing with puppies and kittens. Arrive by 1 p.m. and wear close-toed shoes and comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. For Maui visitors only. Children age 10 to 17 are welcome when accompanied by a supervising adult for the duration. Advance reservations required. Register online at MauiHumaneSociety.org, “Get Involved/Volunteer/HelpingPawsVisitorProgram”.

Jazz Minds
2016-03-01 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 pupu, 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.

Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends
2016-03-01 17:30 - 19:00 | Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI, 96785, United States
Every Tuesday:
Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends. Kanikapila jam sessions are held on Monday evenings, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. and are open to all musicians. Bring your own instrument and enjoy ‘garage style’ jamming. Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Great Room of the Admin Building Volcanoes National Park. Free, however donations are gratefully accepted. Park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit
2016-03-01 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 who named it Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i (Pride of Hawai`i), but was wrecked in 1824. It cost about $50,000 to build, and about the same amount for luxury furnishing. Marvel at the opulence of this 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.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace
2016-03-01 08:30 - 12:30 | BikeWorks Beach & Sport, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI, 96738, United States
Every Tuesday Morning:
BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get Updates on all the BikeWorks activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under the lineup or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other community rides and/or bike routes call BikeWorks at (808) 886-5000.

The “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show
2016-03-01 | 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. Updates on many local events in March like Bike Works Beach & Sport, Queens Marketplace Community Bike Rides every Tuesday 8:30 a.m. and their Lavaman Sunset Run/Walk on April 8. 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.

Maui’s 14th Annual “Art of Aloha” in Wailea
2016-02-28 | Lahaina Galleries, 37550 Wailea Alanui, #A23, Wailea, HI, United States
Sunday, February 28:
Maui’s 14th Annual “Art of Aloha” in Wailea. An incredible collection of artwork from an incredible array of artists from all over the world will be at Lahaina Galleries in the Shops of Wailea, 37550 Wailea Alanui, #A23, Wailea. For information call (808) 874-8583 or visit www.lahainagalleries.com.

Art Affair
2016-02-27 17:00 - 22:00 | Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center, 2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, HI, United States
Saturday, February 27:
Art Affair. Celebrate art education with the creative passion of local artists. Art Affair is the Hui’s signature fundraising event, celebrating the importance of visual arts education in the Maui community. Held at the historical Kaluanui Estate, the evening features a creative theme, a live and silent auction, live music, dancing, a gourmet seated dinner, open bar, and an opportunity to gather and celebrate with a wonderful community of art supporters. Proceeds from Art Affair enable access to exceptional visual arts programming for all ages and artistic abilities. Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center, 2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao. 5 to 10 p.m. For information call (808) 572-6560 or visit www.huinoeau.com.
