Aloha Visitor Guides

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2015-04-03 17:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, April 3:
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.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2015-04-03 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. April 3 – Whales Homecoming; April 10 – `Ohana (Family) Slack Key; April 17 – Heart of Slack Key; April 24 – Spirit 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 Pa`ina and Historical County Building Tour
2015-04-03 10:00 - 13:00 | Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue, HI, 96766 , United States
Friday, April 3:
First Friday Pa`ina and Historical County Building Tour. Experience old-style music, local food, fun and friendship. Tour begins at 10 a.m., Pa`ina is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. Cost is $20 per person. Seating is limited, reservations are required. For directions and information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

HTC Ohana! Series Presents – Romeo & Juliet
2015-04-02 08:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Dancing off the Page!
2015-04-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Kennedy Theatre, 1770 East-West Rd., Honolulu, 96822
Friday, April 17:
Dancing off the Page! UHM Dancers leap off the page in this year’s Annual Dance Concert with slam poets and beatboxers. Guest artists include choreographers Eric Stern from the popular Dr. Schaffer and Mr. Stern Dance Ensemble and Nelson Hui, composer, performer and recording artist from Hong Kong. Kennedy Theatre Mainstage, 1770 East-West Road, Honolulu. 8 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 944-2697 or visit www.etickethawaii.com.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2015-04-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Pavilion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Napili, HI, 96761, United States
Every Wednesday & Thursday:
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert. Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by 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”. April 1 & 2 – Jeff Peterson; April 8 & 9 – Richard Ho`opi`i; April 15 & 16 – Jerome Koko; April 22 & 23 – David “Kawika” Kahiapo. 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.

Jazz Minds
2015-04-01 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.

South Pacific
2015-04-01 17:15 - 20:40 | Kaua`i Beach Resort, 4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Wednesday Evenings:
South Pacific. This show is a classic musical and love story set in the South Pacific, and one of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s finest works. A lu`au style all you can eat buffet dinner is included with the show. Kaua`i Beach Resort, 433 Kaua`i Beach Dr., Lihue. Check in time is 5:15 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner begins at 5:30 p.m., with the show starting at 6:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 346-6500 or visit www.southpacifickauai.com.

Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program
2015-04-01 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”.

Dinosaurs Unleashed Exhibit
2015-04-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice St., Honolulu, HI, United States
Throughout the month of April:
Dinosaurs Unleashed Exhibit. Marvel at replicas of some of the fearsome giant reptiles of the Mesozoic. Interactive stations and activities will highlight how these animals flourished in their respective environments. Enjoy hands-on experience in a dinosaur dig, create colorful bone imprints, and control a robotic dinosaur skeleton, just like those featured in the exhibit. Fun for all ages. Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice St., Honolulu. Open Wednesday to Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Museum is closed on Tuesdays. Admission fee to enter. For information call (808) 847-355 or visit www.bishopmuseum.org.

Comedy Smash 4 – “A Ladies Night Out”
2015-04-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Saturday, April 4:
Comedy Smash 4 – “A Ladies Night Out”. Capone’s Comedy Smash is back for its fourth run, this time, celebrating an impressive line-up of legendary comediennes for “A Ladies Night Out.” Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 768-5252 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.

Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
2015-04-01 | 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.

29th Annual Magic Spectacular
2015-03-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2015-03-28 14:30 - 17:00 | Aloha Theater, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua, HI, 96750, United States
Saturday, March 28:
29th Annual Magic Spectacular. This year’s featured entertainer will be World Teen Champion of Magic, Sterling Dietz, plus local magician favorites. To benefit Society for Kona’s Education and Art in Honaunau and their Childrens’ Art Programs. Expect to laugh as well as be amazed! Aloha Theatre, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kainaliu. Two shows: 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For more information, call (808) 323-9707 or (808) 328-9392.

Hula Kahiko Performance by Kumu hula Micah Kamohoali`i with halau Na Kipu`upu`u
2015-03-28 10:30 - 12:00 | Volcano Art Center, Crater Rim Drive, Volcano National Park, HI, 96785, United States
Saturday, March 28:
Hula Kahiko Performance by Kumu hula Micah Kamohoali`i with halau Na Kipu`upu`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.

2015-03-28 10:00 - 17:00 | Hanapepe Hawaiian Congregational Church, 3815 Hanapepe Rd., Hanapepe, HI, 96716, United States
Friday & Saturday, March 27 & 28:
Kauai Orchid and Art Festival. Enjoy local music, great food and display of exotic, tropical orchids. Plein air painters are invited to paint in various locations around historic Hanapepe during the festival. Massage students will be available offering massage, and there will be a Kauai Made Products fair and silent auction. Take a workshop in orchid painting with oils or watercolor painting. There will be a rooster crowing contest and children’s activities are offered. Hanapepe Hawaiian Congregational Church, 3815 Hanapepe Rd., Hanapepe. Friday 1 to 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entrance to all events are free, with the exception of select workshops. For information call (808) 651-9801 or visit www.hanapepe.org.

Na Mea Hula
2015-03-28 09:30 - 13:30 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, March 28:
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.

Waikiki Artfest
2015-03-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Kapiolani Park, 3840 Paki Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Saturday, March 28:
Waikiki Artfest. Featuring approximately 75-100 fine artists and handcraft artisans who display their own art for sale including jewelry of all types, clothing, wood products, stained glass, ceramics, soaps and candles, bags, quilts, and lauhala products. Enjoy live entertainment, as well as great food. Kapiolani Park, at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki, across from the Honolulu Zoo. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. For information call (808) 696-6717.

Kauai Orchid and Art Festival
2015-03-27 13:00 - 21:00 | Hanapepe Hawaiian Congregational Church, 3815 Hanapepe Rd., Hanapepe, HI, 96716, United States

Hawaiian Music Series
2015-03-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, March 26:
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.

Maui Pops Orchestra Goes to the Ballet
2015-03-22 15:00 - 16:40 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, March 22:
Maui Pops Orchestra Goes to the Ballet. Maui Academy of Performing Arts (MAPA) partners with the Maui Pops to present the comic ballet Coppelia with music by Delibes. Premiered in Paris in 1870, it has become one of the most popular ballets of all time. Selected scenes from the ballet will fill one half of the concert, with the orchestra performing music of Verdi, Mendelssohn, and Stravinsky on the other. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 3 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Wiki Wiki One Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show
2015-03-22 10:30 - 16:30 | Neal Blaisdell Hawai`i Suites, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Sunday, March 22:
Wiki Wiki One Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show. The annual Spring Wiki Wiki One Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show is an all vintage (20 yrs & older) collectibles and antiques show and sale. Shop ninety tables with vendors from Oahu, Outer Islands, and Mainland U.S. This is Hawai`i’s only strictly vintage show with no pre-sales to vendors. Neal Blaisdell Hawai`i Suites, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For information call (808) 941-9754 or visit www.ukulele.com/wikiwiki.

Prince Kuhio Celebration Rodeo
2015-03-22 08:00 - 17:00 | CJM Stables, Prince Kuhio Celebration, Koloa, HI, 96756, United States
Sunday, March 22:
Prince Kuhio Celebration Rodeo. See exciting youth of the island enjoying barrel racing, pole bending, goat racing and more. Rodeos and horseback riding have long-been a tradition in Hawai`i, since the early days of the plantation era. Teens compete with barrel racing, goat tying, breakaway roping, bull riding and double mugging. Free admission. CJM Stables, Koloa. For information call (808) 742-6096 or visit www.princekuhio.net.

Hoedown for Hope
2015-03-21 17:00 - 22:30 | Kilohana Luau Pavilion, 3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Saturday, March 21:
Hoedown for Hope. Have a boot-stompin’, grand ole time at this 7th annual event to benefit the American Cancer Society. Featuring an evening of dancing, dining, live and silent auctions, challenging games, photo booth and a variety of entertainment. Kilohana Luau Pavilion, 3-2087 Kaumuali`i Highway, Lihue. 5 to 10:30 p.m. For information call (808) 754-5741 or visit www.hoedownforhope.org.

Prince Kuhio Celebration Commemorative Ceremonies
2015-03-21 10:00 - 11:30
Saturday, March 21:
Prince Kuhio Celebration Commemorative Ceremonies. Observe the protocol of honoring Prince Kuhio as the Royal Order of Kamehameha honors him with ho`okupu (gifts), hula (dance), and oli (chant). Ceremonies, song and dance reflect Native Hawaiian traditional cultural practices. Prince Kuhio Park, Poipu, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Free. For information call (347) 615-2164 or visit www.princekuhio.net for more events and venues celebrating Prince Kuhio during the month of March.

Garden Isle Artisan Fair – “Under the Big Tent”
2015-03-21 09:00 - 15:00 | Poipu Beach, Hoone Rd, Koloa, HI, 96756, United States
Saturday, March 21:
Garden Isle Artisan Fair – “Under the Big Tent”. Part of the Prince Kuhio Celebration, this event offers a great selection of handcrafted products from over 35 of Kaua`i’s finest artisans. Photography, jewelry, aloha wear, palm bark baskets, wood carvings, pounded mulberry cloth, local fruit jellies & sauces, soaps, candles, quilts, original oil paintings, table linens, and much more. Enjoy live Tahitian drumming, shave ice, local plate lunches, and ice cold coconuts. Poipu Beach, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 634-0243.

Valley to the Sea – Marathon & Half Marathon
2015-03-21 06:30 - 12:00 | Iao Valley Needle State Park, Wailuku, HI, 96793, United States
Saturday, March 21:
Valley to the Sea – Marathon & Half Marathon. Enjoy spectacular views through the most beautiful settings in the world. It’s an entire event filled with competition and fun. Race begins at 6:30 a.m. The Marathon, 5k (Beach Run) and 10k(Half Beach, Half Road Run) start and finish at the National Marine Sanctuary in Kihei. The Marathon Halfway point is at Iao Valley Needle State Park. The Half Marathon starts at Iao Valley Needle State Park and ends at the National Marine Sanctuary in Kihei. At the finish line, enjoy live Hawaiian entertainment, food and awards. For more information and to register, call (808) 280-5801 or visit www.runnersparadiseinc.com.

Storytelling: Legends & Ghosts in Hawai`i
2015-03-20 19:30 - 22:30 | McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, March 20:
Storytelling: Legends & Ghosts in Hawai`i. Join storyteller Lopaka Kapanui as he explores the question, “Are Hawai`i’s gods and ghosts a thing of the past, or do they still exist today?” A native Hawaiian, Lopaka Kapanui has been described by many as one of Hawaiʻi’s foremost storytellers. Lopaka shares more than just Hawaiian ghost stories: he shares his knowledge of Hawaiʻi, masterfully weaving the tales of Old Hawaiʻi with passion and mystery. 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.

Heiva I Honolulu
2015-03-20 09:00 - 21:00 | Waikiki Shell, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Friday & Saturday, March 20 & 21:
Heiva I Honolulu. Hawai`i’s largest and best Tahitian dance competition with local, mainland and international competitors. Unique Polynesian handicrafts and food available for purchase make it a must for locals and visitors alike. The dancing, drumming and music set it apart from the regular stereotype Waikiki show. These groups, drummers, and soloists are competing for authenticity, poise, stage presence and endurance in Tahitian cultural arts. Waikiki Shell, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. For more information and tickets call (808) 732-7342 or visit www.tahitinuiinternational.com.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2015-03-15 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, March 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 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.
