Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll

Hulihe`e Palace 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, United States

Sunday, May 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 […]

Big Island Film Festival

The Fairmont Orchid 1 North Kaniku Dr., Kamuela, HI, United States

Thursday – Monday, May 21 – 25: Big Island Film Festival. Celebrate the rich history of storytelling through movies. Enjoy films, social events, amazing food events, hula halau and Hawaiian musicians, and workshops by top mainland writers. A new script contest will provide an outlet for all the workshop training and is open to anyone […]

Benefit Night for the Birds

Kahana Gateway Shopping Center 4405 Honoapiilani Highway, Lahaina, HI, United States

Friday, May 22: Benefit Night for the Birds. The Maui Brewing Company is hosting a benefit night for the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project. Half the pub profits from house beers sold this night will go towards protecting native birds. The Maui Brewing Company, Kahana Gateway Shopping Center, 4405 Honoapi`ilani Hwy, Lahaina. 96761. 6 to 10 […]

Pedal to the Meadow

Unnamed Venue Koke`e Road, Koke`e, HI, United States

Sunday, May 24: Pedal to the Meadow. This is the 6th Annual Bicycle Race hill climb race from Kekaha to Koke`e. 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. At the end of the race, enjoy the annual Banana Poka Roundup fair. For registration and information, visit www.pedaltothemeadow.com.

$35

Annual Banana Poka Roundup

Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow Waimea, HI, United States

Sunday, May 24: 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 […]

17th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai`i

Ala Moana Beach Park 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI, United States

Monday, May 25: 17th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai`i. Residents and visitors gather at Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, 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 Museum 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, United States

Thursday, May 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 […]

Free

Ironman 70.3 Hawai`i

Hapuna Beach State Park Waimea, HI, United States

Saturday, May 30: Ironman 70.3 Hawai`i. The swim takes place at Hapuna Beach State Park, frequently listed as one of the best beaches in the United States. The bike course leads athletes along the infamous Queen Kaahumanu and Akoni Pule Highways towards the tiny northern town of Hawi famous as the IRONMAN bike turn-around. The […]

Sleeping Beauty Ballet

Kahilu Theatre 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, HI, United States

Saturday, May 30: Sleeping Beauty Ballet. Based on the original 1890 ballet, academy dancers age 3 through adult bring to life this family favorite fairy tale in four swiftly moving scenes. A silent auction will be held during intermission to benefit educational programs and studio renovations. Kahilu Theatre, 68-1186 Lindsey Road Kamuela. 2:30 p.m. For […]

Kilauea Art Night

Historic Stone Building 4270 Kilauea Rd., Kilauea, HI, United States

Saturday, May 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 Kauai. Enjoy dinner listening to live music, with a Keiki Fire & Light performance at 7 p.m. on the […]