Aloha Visitor Guides

Explorers Club
2015-06-29 09:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Monday – Wednesday, June 29 – July 1:
Explorers Club. All day STEM and flight simulation programs for 3rd through 8th graders. Students explore topics in science, technology, engineering and math. One-day registration is $60 ($55 Museum Members) and includes all program materials. Students provide their own lunch. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To register, call (808) 445-9137 or visit www.PacificAviationMuseum.org.

Ki Hoalu Festival
2015-06-28 13:00 - 19:00 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, June 28:
Ki Hoalu Festival. A showcase of Hawai`i’s great slack key guitar musicians, presented in a laid-back, local-style outdoor festival. Bring your own beach chair, blanket or lauhala mat to stretch out on the lawn and enjoy an afternoon of music from mid-day till dusk. The lineup (announced in May) always includes many of your favorite musicians and recording artists, to make this an annual favorite Maui event; fun for families and for all ages. Free admission. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 1 to 7 p.m. For more information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Kilauea Art Night
2015-06-27 16:00 - 20:00 | Historic Stone Building, 4270 Kilauea Rd., Kilauea, HI, United States
Saturday, June 27:
Kilauea Art Night. Discover locally made pottery, wood work, original fine art, jewelry, organic skincare, handmade soaps, wish trees, apparel, chocolates and more. There is a wide variety of food vendors from around Kaua`i. Enjoy dinner listening to live music. Don’t miss the Keiki Fire & Light performance at 7 p.m. on the back lawn. Historic Stone Building, 4270 Kilauea Rd., Kilauea. 4 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. For information call (808) 635-2572.

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-06-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Wailuku Jodo Mission, 67 Central Ave., Wailuku, HI, 96793, United States
Throughout the Month of June:
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, June 6: Lahaina Shingon Mission Obon Festival, 682 Luakini Street between Prison and Dickenson, Lahaina. Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-0466.
Saturday, June 13: Pu`unene Nichiren Mission, 9 Ani St., Kahului. Service 7 p.m., Dancing 8 p.m. For information call (808) 871-4831.
Friday, June 26: Wailuku Jodo Mission, 67 Central Ave., Wailuku. Service 7 p.m., Dancing 8 p.m. For information call (808) 244-0066.

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-06-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Kapa`a Hongwanji Mission, 4-1170 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a, HI, 96746, United States
Throughout the Month of June:
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:

Friday & Saturday, June 5 & 6: Waimea Shingon Mission, 9770-A Pule Road, Waimea. Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 337-1854.
Friday & Saturday, June 12 & 13: Kapa`a Jodo Mission, 4524 Haua`ala Rd., Kapa`a. Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 822-4319.
Friday & Saturday, June 19 & 20: West Kaua`i Hongwanji, Waimea Temple. 4675 Menehune Rd., Waimea. Dancing 7:30. For information call (808) 338-1537.
Friday & Saturday, June 26 & 27: Kapa`a Hongwanji Mission, 4-1170 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a. Service 6 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 822-4667.

Hawaiian Music Series
2015-06-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, June 25:
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.

Hot Tuna Acoustic Duo: Hawai`i Tour 2015
2015-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | KCC Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Saturday, June 20:
Hot Tuna Acoustic Duo: Hawai`i Tour 2015. Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady, both original members of Jefferson Airplane, started Hot Tuna as a fun side project in 1969, so that they could play the old blues and Gospel songs that they both loved. KCC Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue. 7 p.m. Tickets are $40 in advance, $45 at the door. For tickets and information call (808) 386-1783 or visit www.buffalo-records.com.

Hula Kahiko Performance
2015-06-20 10:30 - 13:00 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, June 20:
Hula Kahiko Performance by Kumu Hula Iwalani KaLima with Halau Kou Lime Nani E. 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.

Na Mea Hula
2015-06-20 09:30 - 13:30 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, June 20:
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
2015-06-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Kapiolani Park, 2801 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Saturday & Sunday, June 20 & 21:
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, lauhala products. Kapiolani Park at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki, across from the Honolulu Zoo. Admission is free, with live entertainment as well as great food available to enjoy. Kapiolani Park, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. For information call (808) 696-6717.

Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs
2015-06-20 | Waikoloa Beach Resort, 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Kamuela, HI, 96743, United States
Saturday – Sunday, June 20 – 28:
Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs. Choose from four great family races – marathon, half-marathon, and 5-K and 10-K runs. The race will start and finish at Waikoloa Bowl at Queen’s Garden. There’s also a Keiki Run at Kona Commons, Saturday, June 20. Saturday, June 27, brings a family fitness and health expo plus registration and packet pickup. Kona Marathon, Half-Marathon, Quarter Marathon, & 5K races will be held Sunday, June 28th. Waikoloa Beach Resort, 69-1000 Kolea Kai Cir., Waikoloa. For more information call (808) 967-8240 or visit www.konamarathon.com.

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-06-19 19:30 - 22:00 | West Kaua`i Hongwanji, Waimea Temple, 4675 Menehune Rd., Waimea, HI, 96796, United States

Obon Festival
2015-06-19 08:00 - 17:00
Fridays & Saturdays, throughout the month of June:
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, June 19 & 20: Haleiwa Jodo Mission, 66-279 Haleiwa Rd, Haleiwa, 8 p.m. For information call (808) 637-4382.
Saturday, June 20: Ewa Hongwanji Mission, 91-1133 Renton Rd., Ewa Beach, 7 p.m. For information call (808) 681-5222.
Friday & Saturday, June 26 & 27: Wahiawa Hongwanji Mission, 1067 California Ave., Wahiawa. 7 p.m. For information call (808) 622-4320.

Flight School for Girls
2015-06-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Tuesday – Thursday, June 16 – 18:
Flight School for Girls. A 3-day adventure in the history and technology of aviation for 6th through 8th grade girls. Immersive, hands on activities with an emphasis on Pacific aviation and fun. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., $175 ($155 Members) for the three-day program includes all materials, lunches, snacks, and a Flight School logo tee shirt. Discounts available for Museum members. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1005 or email Education@PacificAviationMuseum.org, or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

An Intimate Evening with Diana Ross
2015-06-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, June 14:
An Intimate Evening with Diana Ross. The concert, a full theatrical experience, will include breathtaking costumes and stage design, along with her incredible band. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2015-06-14 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, June 14:
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.

Capone’s Comedy Smash 4 Featuring DeRay Davis, Luenell, Red Grant and Friends
2015-06-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Saturday, June 13:
Capone’s Comedy Smash 4 Featuring DeRay Davis, Luenell, Red Grant and Friends. Capone’s Comedy Smash is back for its fourth run, this time, celebrating an impressive line-up of legendary comediennes for “Battle of The Sexes”.” Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. For tickets and information call (808) 768-5252 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-06-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Pu`unene Nichiren Mission, 9 Ani St., Kahului, HI, 96732, United States

King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade
2015-06-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Unnamed Venue, King and Richards Street, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Saturday, June 13:
King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade. This colorful celebration honors the reign of King Kamehameha. The parade starts at the corner of King and Richards Streets and ends at Kapiolani Park in Waikiki. Ho`olaule`a will follow at Kapiolani Park from 11a.m. to 4 p.m. Arrive early before 8 a.m. as the streets will be closed for the parade to pass through and reopened following the parade. For information call (808) 586-0333 or visit www.hawaii.gov/dags/kamehameha.

Horse Show and Country Fair in Waimanalo
2015-06-13 09:00 - 14:00 | Therapeutic Horsemanship of Hawai`i, 41-1062 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo, HI, 96795, United States
Saturday, June 13:
Horse Show and Country Fair in Waimanalo. Meet Maka and Kama, the adorable mini-horses featured recently in MidWeek and on Hawai`i News Now’s Sunrise show. Make friends with other gentle equines who help kids gain confidence and physical skills. Plus sit back and watch local kids and adults parade their stuff in demonstrations, cruise ono food stations and purchase goodies from vendor booths. Lots of fun, games and pony rides for the kids. Therapeutic Horsemanship of Hawai`i, 41-1062 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo (next to the polo field). 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 342-9036 or visit www.thhwaimanalo.org.

King Kamehameha Celebration
2015-06-13 09:00 - 14:00 | Vidinha Stadium, 2900 Hoolako St, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Saturday, June 13:
King Kamehameha Celebration. Fabulous Floral Parade event with traditional Pa`u riders representing each island and Hawaiian organizations in full regalia. Parade starts at the Vidinha Stadium near the airport at 9 a.m., continues up Rice Street to the County’s Historical Building Lawn where there will be entertainment, crafts, demonstrations and lots of food and fun. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 635-7205. Admission is free.

Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair
2015-06-13 | Church of the Pacific, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville, HI, 96722, United States
Saturday, June 13:
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. Church of the Pacific, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville. Free admission. For information call (808) 635-4314.

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-06-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Kapa`a Jodo Mission, 4524 Haua`ala Rd., Kapa`a, HI, 96746, United States

Thoroughly Modern Millie
2015-06-12 | Aloha Theatre, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI, 96750, United States
Fridays – Sundays, June 12 – 21:
Thoroughly Modern Millie. In New York City in 1922, young Millie Dillmount has just moved to the big city in search of a new life for herself. It’s a New York full of intrigue and jazz – in a time when women were entering the workforce and the rules of love and social behavior were changing forever. Aloha Theatre, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua. Fridays & Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Sundays 2:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 322-9924 or visit apachawaii.org.

Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam
2015-06-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Thursday, June 11:
Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam. Join this Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and co-founder of the legendary band Traffic for an evening of music history as he retraces the earliest days of his career with Traffic and the works that launched his successful solo career. Renowned for such Traffic hits “Feelin’ Alright” and “Hole In My Shoe” plus his solo signature tracks “We Just Disagree” and “Only You Know and I Know.” Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Kamehameha Festival - Hilo
2015-06-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Mokuola (Coconut Island), 77 Keli`ipio Place, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Thursday, June 11:
Kamehameha Festival – Hilo. Celebrate Kamehameha Day and the memory of King Kamehameha. The festival will feature sweet Hawaiian music and various Hula Halau sharing dance. The Festival is free, open to the public, and is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco, free, and family friendly event. Mokuola (Coconut Island), 77 Keli`ipio Place, Hilo, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 989-4844 or visit www.kamehamehafestival.org.

Kamehameha Day – Kohala
2015-06-11 07:45 - 16:00 | King Kamehameha’s statue, Kapa’au, HI, United States
Thursday, June 11:
Kamehameha Day – Kohala. Enjoy a full day of celebration throughout Kohala with education, participation, music, and good food. The day begins with a traditional lei draping ceremony at King Kamehameha’s statue in Kapa’au at 7:45 a.m. The Pa’u Parade will then grace Akoni Pule Highway starting in Hawi at 9 a.m., travel past the statue in Kapa’au, and end at Kamehameha Park, where the celebration continues until 4 p.m. Continuous entertainment featuring music and dance performances, food booths offering varied local dishes, and lots of activities. For schedule and location of events, visit www.kamehamehadaycelebration.org.

Kauai Music Festival Presents: The Hawai`i Songwriting Festival
2015-06-11 | Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, 62-100 Kaunaoa Dr., Kohala Coast, HI, 96743, United States
Thursday – Saturday, June 11 – 13:
Kauai Music Festival Presents: The Hawai`i Songwriting Festival. A celebration of the art & craft of songwriting, with an emphasis on collaboration, education, and music for film and TV. Songwriters of all levels from all walks of life come together to collaborate and network with each other and music professionals from Hawai`i, the mainland, and beyond. Enjoy songwriting workshops, seminars, small group sessions, panels, one-on-one meetings, nightly open mic and more. Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, 62-100 Kaunaoa Dr., Kohala Coast. For more information call (808) 885-6558 or visit www.kauaimusicfestival.com.

Flight School for Boys
2015-06-09 09:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Tuesday – Thursday, June 9 – 11: Flight School for Boys. A 3-day adventure in the history and technology of aviation for 6th through 8th grade boys. Immersive, hands on activities with an emphasis on Pacific aviation and fun. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., $175 ($155 Members) for the three-day program includes all materials, lunches, snacks, and a Flight School logo tee shirt. Discounts available for Museum members. Flight School for Boys repeats: June 23-25. For information call (808) 441-1005 or email Education@PacificAviationMuseum.org. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Kaua`i Annual Hula Exhibition Hula Ho`ike 2015
2015-06-07 15:00 - 20:00 | The Grand Hyatt Kaua`i, 1571 Poipu Rd., Koloa, HI, 96756, United States
Sunday, June 7:
Kaua`i Annual Hula Exhibition Hula Ho`ike 2015. Enjoy the sounds of Hawaiian chant, traditional hula instruments, music, and the voices of the dancers who call out asking permission to enter the stage to hula. Dancers range in age from 3 to 53. Seating is first come first serve, theater style. The Grand Hyatt Kaua`i, 1571 Poipu Rd., Koloa. The Baked Sale and Craft fair opens at 3 p.m. Theater doors will open at 5 p.m. with the showcase to begin at 6 p.m. Admission is $20 in advance, $25.00 at the door. For information and tickets call (808) 335-6466.
