Big Island Film Festival
The Fairmont Orchid 1 North Kaniku Dr., Kamuela, HI, United StatesThursday – Monday, May 22 – 26: Big Island Film Festival. Filmmakers and Film Lovers come together for the screening of brand new narrative short & feature films from Hawai`i and around the world. Films, workshops, social events, Hawaiian culture and music, a silent auction to support Fisher House at Tripler Army Medical Center, and […]
Hawai`i Ukulele Museum Benefit Concert
Hawai`i Prince Hotel Mauna Kea Ballroom 100 Holomoana St., Honolulu, HI, United StatesFriday , May 23: Hawai`i Ukulele Museum Benefit Concert. Headlining the concert are award winning favorite local artists including Don Tiki, Aiden James, Byron Yasui, Benny Cong, and Raiatea Helm with Bryan Tolentino. There is an exclusive silent auction during the event with rare and valuable ukuleles from aNueNue, Kanile'a and more. Complimentary pupu are […]
Makahiki Challenge 2014
Saturday, May 24: Makahiki Challenge 2014. The Makahiki Challenge is a 3+ mile obstacle journey through tireless hills, rough terrain, mud pits and more. Designed to test your physical endurance and mental toughness this challenge will make sure that you "go all out." Located at Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohi. 9 a.m. to 2 […]
4th Annual International Ukulele Contest & Hula Show
Ala Moana Shopping Center, Center Stage 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI, United StatesSaturday, May 24: 4th Annual International Ukulele Contest & Hula Show. Enjoy a contest between ‘ukulele stars ready to take their talents to the next level. Ala Moana Shopping Center, Center Stage, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is part of the Annual Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i. For information […]
Na Hoku Hanohano Awards
Saturday, May 24: Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. This awards ceremony for Hawai`i recording industry is the equivalent of the Grammy Awards. Awards ceremony, including music performances, will be televised live. Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 4-6 p.m. For information call (808) 593-9424 or visit www.nahokuhanohano.org.
Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i
Kaka`ako Waterfront Park Honolulu, HI, United StatesSunday, May 25: Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i. An event that aims to share the ukulele with people of all ages and nationalities, well-known ukulele players from Hawai`i, Japan, and around the world will converge to make music along Oahu’s south shore until sunset. Kaka`ako Waterfront Park, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy a variety of booths featuring Hawaiian crafts, […]
Annual Banana Poka Roundup
Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow Waimea, HI, United StatesSunday, May 25: Annual Banana Poka Roundup. Annual forest education fair with live music, craft workshops, kid fun, and displays by conservation groups. The festival also is the finish line for the 5th annual Pedal to the Meadow bicycle race. Koke`e at Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 335-9975 or […]
16th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai`i
Monday, May 26: 16th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai`i. Residents and visitors gather at Ala Moana Beach Park to honor loved ones and generate hope for the future. Ceremony begins at 6 p.m. For more information call (808) 942-1848 or visit www.lanternfloatinghawaii.com.
Hawaiian Music Series
Baldwin Home Lawn 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, United StatesThursday, May 29: 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 […]
Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs
Keauhou Shopping Center 78-6831 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, United StatesJune 14 – 22: Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs. Since its debut in 1994, this event has become Kona’s premier road race, with four great family races - marathon, half-marathon, and 5-K and 10-K runs. All four events start at Keauhou Shopping Center, with the marathon at 5:30 a.m., the half marathon at 6 […]