The Pit Stop: Shop, Dine & Dash
2016-04-15 17:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Aloha Stadium, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd., Aiea, HI, 96818, United States
Friday, April 15:
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. 5 to 9 p.m. Free parking, free admission. For information call (808) 927-5730 or visit www.thepitstophawaii.com.

MUC ‘n’ Stuff Spring Fair
2016-04-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Makawao Union Church, 500 Baldwin Ave., Paia, HI, United States
Saturday, April 16:
MUC ‘n’ Stuff Spring Fair. Makawao Union Church’s annual Spring Fair with vendors, food booths, bake sale, rummage sale and entertainment. Free entry and free parking. Makawao Union Church, 500 Baldwin Ave., Paia. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 579-9261 or visit www.makawaounionchurch.org.

Hula Kahiko Performance
2016-04-16 09:30 - 13:30 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, April 16:
Hula Kahiko Performance. 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 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. Date is subject to change; to confirm dates, call (808) 987-7288. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko performances, enjoy a 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 more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Chinese Kite Festival
2016-04-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Keka`a North Beach, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Friday & Saturday, April 15 & 16:
Chinese Kite Festival. Celebrate the colorful world of kites during a traditional Chinese Kite Festival at the Wo Hing Museum, 858 Front St., Lahaina, on Friday from 1 to 7 p.m. Enjoy an exhibit of handmade kites. Make your own kite or purchase one of the many kites for sale. There will be Chinese music and entertainment as well as Chinese delicacies to purchase. On Saturday, go fly a kite! This family event takes place at the Keka`a North Beach Open Space near the Old Airport Beach in Ka`anapali from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Watch aerial displays of acrobatic sport kites from Hawai`i Kiteflyers Association. Fly your own kite for prizes or try a kite making workshop. Free. For information call (808) 661-5553 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday – Plastic Fantastic?
2016-04-17 11:00 - 17:00 | Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Sunday, April 17:
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday – Plastic Fantastic? Use materials collected from `Oahu beaches to make your own piece of art to take home. The activities for the day will consist of using pieces of plastic to make wind chimes, jewelry from recycled water bottles, and a performance from Hawai`i Theatre for Youth. 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
2016-04-17 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, April 17:
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.

Kaua`i Island Crafter Fair
2016-04-23 08:00 - 14:00 | Kaua`i Veteran’s Center, 3215 Kapule Hwy., Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Saturday, April 23:
Kaua`i Island Crafter Fair. Shop with confidence and enjoy the wide array of local Kaua`i artisans and crafters that the Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair bring to their events. The Kaua`i Veteran’s Center, 3215 Kapule Hwy., Lihue. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 635-4314.

Laupahoehoe Music Festival
2016-04-23 09:00 - 18:00 | Laupahoehoe Community Public Charter School, 35-2065 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Waimea, HI, 96743, United States
Saturday, April 23:
Laupahoehoe Music Festival. Enjoy live entertainment, food, crafts and games, as well as craft and information booths and health screening. Bid on many items at a silent auction to benefit the students of Laupahoehoe Community Public Charter School. Items for the silent auction can be viewed on their website, www.thehui.net. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the gate. This is an alcohol and drug free event. No coolers. Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For tickets and information visit www.laupahoehoemusicfestival.org.

She`island
2016-04-23 19:00 - 22:00, 2016-04-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, HI, 96743, United States
Saturday & Sunday, April 23 & 24:
She`island. A world premiere play created from stories collected from local women, encouraged and directed by Jane Sibbett. After great success with two years of The Vagina Monologues, director Jane Sibbett is co-creating a new project to inspire. The first of Kahilu Theatre Original Productions built from the ground up, this collaboration is a colorful collection of never before heard, deeply moving, and sometimes hilarious and starling pieces as only our Big Island wahine (women) could share. Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela. Saturday, 7 p.m., Sunday 4 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.

Earth Day Rising Festival
2016-04-24 09:00 - 19:00 | Wai Koa Plantation, Kalihiholo Rd., Kalihiholo, HI, United States
Sunday, April 24:
Earth Day Rising Festival. This festival includes Agriculture & Sustainability Workshops, Kaua`i conservation updates, Keiki on the Farm kids’ activities, clothing swap tent, mini seed & plant exchange, music, food, and more. Wai Koa Plantation, Kalihiholo Rd., Kalihiholo. For tickets and information call (808) 828-0685 or visit www.malamakauai.org.

Plastic Fantastic? Beach Cleanup
2016-04-24 09:30 - 12:00 | Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Sunday, April 24:
Plastic Fantastic? Beach Cleanup. Part of Honolulu Museum of Art’s programming related to Plastic Fantastic? The public is invited to help clean up Magic Island at Ala Moana Beach Park. This busy urban beach gets its fair share of plastic waste – it needs a lot of help. Participants should bring a reusable water bottle, hat and sunscreen. Refreshments will be served at the end of the cleanup. Check-in is at Picnic Site 30. 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon.

Hawaiian Music Series
2016-04-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, April 28:
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) 661-3262 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

St. Joseph Feast
2016-04-29 18:00 - 22:00, 2016-04-30 10:00 - 22:00 | St. Joseph Church, 1294 Makawao Ave., Makawao, HI, 96768 , United States
Friday – Sunday, April 29 – 30:
St. Joseph Feast. This popular festival offers great local entertainment, delicious food and fun for the whole family with games, bouncers, crafters, Country Store, plants, produce, flowers and much more. Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., participate in a live valuable goods auction featuring golfing, gift certificates to dinner, hotels, activities, etc. Friday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. Joseph Church, 1294 Makawao Ave., Makawao. Free admission, scrip must be purchased onsite for food, beverages, and game booths. For information call (808) 572-7652 or visit www.sjcmaui.org.

David Benoit – “2 in Love”
2016-04-29 19:00 - 22:00 | McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, April 29:
David Benoit – “2 in Love”. David Benoit, Grammy-nominated pianist, composer, and conductor, will join his family, Maui residents Phil & Angela Benoit, for their first performance together at Maui Arts & Cultural Center since 2010. This magical evening will feature the silky voice of Angela Benoit as they perform songs from David’s new CD, “2 In Love.” David’s brother, Phil, will add smooth guitar accompanied by a rhythm section of Maui all-stars. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. For tickets and information, call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Ko`Olina Children’s Film & Music Festival
2016-04-30 13:00 - 20:00 | Kohala Lagoon 1, Olani Street, Ko`Olina, HI, United States
Saturday, April 30:
Ko`Olina Children’s Film & Music Festival. Enjoy family-friendly movies from Disney, Pixar and the Hawai`i International Film Festival, live stage performances, video and music recording studios and a feature film on the beach at sunset. Kohala Lagoon 1, Olani Street, Ko`Olina. 1 to 8 p.m. Adults $25, Children (4-12 Years) $10, and Children (3 Years & Under) Free. For information and tickets visit www.koolinachildrensfestival.com.

Kilauea Art Night
2016-04-30 16:00 - 20:00 | Historic Stone Building, 4270 Kilauea Rd., Kilauea, HI, United States
Saturday, April 30:
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. Free admission. For information call (808) 635-2572.

Emily T. Gail Talks Story
2016-05-01
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 M​ay. 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.

Lei Day Celebration
2016-05-01 09:00 - 17:30 | Queen Kapiolani Park and Bandstand, 2806 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Sunday, May 1:
Lei Day Celebration. 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 5:30 p.m. For information and event schedule call (808) 768-3041 or visit www.honolulu.gov.

Lei Day Celebration
2016-05-01 10:00 - 15:00 | Kalakaua Park, 141 Kalakaua Street, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Sunday, May 1:
Lei Day Celebration – Hilo. The celebration in Hilo’s old Town Square, Kalakaua Park, begins with Hawaiian music, hula, lei-making demonstrations, and features the heritage, history and culture of the lei. Kalakaua Park, Hilo. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call (808) 961-5711 or visit www.LeiDay.net.

St. Joseph Feast
2016-05-01 10:00 - 16:00 | St. Joseph Church, 1294 Makawao Ave., Makawao, HI, 96768 , United States
Friday – Sunday, April 29 – May 1:
St. Joseph Feast. This popular festival offers local entertainment, food and fun for the whole family with games, bouncers, crafters, Country Store, plants, produce, flowers and much more. Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., participate in a live valuable goods auction featuring golfing, gift certificates to dinner, hotels, activities, etc. Friday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. Joseph Church, 1294 Makawao Ave., Makawao. Free admission, scrip may be purchased onsite for food, beverages, and game booths. For information call (808) 572-7652 or visit www.sjcmaui.org.

Bank of Hawai`i presents Hawai`i Book & Music Festival
2016-05-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Honolulu Hale, 550 S. King St., Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Saturday & Sunday, April 30 & May 1:
Bank of Hawai`i presents Hawai`i Book & Music Festival. A family-friendly event, festival-goers will enjoy two days packed with readings by and discussions with local, national and internationally known authors; performances by musicians, storytellers, actors and dancers; and ongoing entertainment for the kids, including the return of Mr. Steve, national host of PBS Kids. There also are book-sellers and publisher booths, the Bank of Hawai`i Book Swap, and an international, open-air food court. Frank F. Fasi Civic Center at Honolulu Hale, 650 South King Street, Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free, with plenty of free parking available. For information call (808) 234-0404 or visit www.hawaiibookandmusicfestival.org.

Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit
2016-05-01 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 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.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-05-01 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. May 1 – Circle of Life; May 8 – Hanalei Slack Key; May 15 – For the Birds; May 22 – Honoring Keli`i Mawae of Malokai; May 29 – Heart of 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.

In Dis Life – A Tribute to Bruddah Iz
2016-05-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, HI, 96743, United States
Sunday, May 1:
In Dis Life – A Tribute to Bruddah Iz. In honor of the great Israel Kamakawiwo`ole, featuring his greatest hits sung by an invited group of Hawaiian musicians. Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela. 6 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.

Ho`onanea, Cazimero Lei Day Concert
2016-05-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, May 1:
Ho`onanea, Cazimero Lei Day Concert. This annual tradition of a Maui Lei Day Concert is always a celebratory event. Enjoy the smooth showmanship, talent, and graciousness of Robert Cazimero and his guests, with contemporary Hawaiian music and hula. Preshow festivities include hula and music in the courtyard and island crafters will be on hand with a selection of fragrant lei to make your day. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Martinis & Jazz
2016-05-02 06:30 - 21:30 | King Kamehameha Golf Club Clubhouse Waikapu Ballroom, 2500 Honoapi`ilani Hwy, Wailuku, HI, United States
Every Monday:
Martinis & Jazz. Enjoy an evening of jazz featuring Jazz Master Phil Smith and his band “Gentlemen of Jazz”. Located at The King Kamehameha Golf Club Clubhouse, Waikapu Ballroom (locally known as The Marilyn Monroe House, originally designed by Frank Lloyd Wright), 2500 Honoapi`ilani Hwy, Wailuku, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $25 cover, includes complimentary pupus until 8:30 p.m. For information call (808) 866-5025 or visit www.MauiLiveEvents.com.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace
2016-05-02 08:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2016-05-02 08:30 - 23:30 | 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/walking-tour.
