Obon Festival
Fridays & Saturdays, throughout the month of August: 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. […]
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
The ARTS at Marks 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, United StatesFriday, August 5: 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 to 9 p.m. Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.
August Moon
Honolulu Museum of Art 900 S Beretania, Honolulu, HI, United StatesFriday, August 5: August Moon. The Honolulu Museum of Art’s summer wine and food event features wines from more than 30 winemakers from around the world and food from some of Oahu’s best chefs and restaurants. Proceeds from August Moon help fund the museum’s art education programs and build a healthy, creative community. Honolulu Museum […]
An Intimate Evening with Rickie Lee Jones
Kahilu Theatre 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, HI, United StatesFriday, August 5: An Intimate Evening with Rickie Lee Jones. Since two-time Grammy winner Rickie Lee Jones exploded onto the pop scene in 1978 with “Chuck E’s In Love,” she has made a career of fearlessly experimenting with her sound and persona over 15 critically acclaimed albums. Rickie is both a character in the songs and the songwriter […]
Obon Dance & Festival – West Kaua`i Hongwanji Temple
West Kaua`i Hongwanji Temple 1-3860 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Hanapepe, HI, United StatesFriday & Saturday, August 5 & 6: Obon Dance & Festival – West Kaua`i Hongwanji Temple. 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 admission. West […]
He`iva I Kaua`i
Kapa`a Beach Park 56-106 Kapaa Road, Kapaa, HI, United StatesSaturday & Sunday, August 6 & 7: He`iva I Kaua`i. Group and solo Tahitian dance and drumming competition. Festivities include Pacific artists, cultural demonstrations, island foods, Polynesian crafts, and a silent auction daily. Join the family fun with audience participation in Tahitian dance and coconut husking contests. Admission is $6, kids 6 and under free. […]
Family Day 2016 & Youth Art Exhibition
Hui No`eau Visual Arts Center 2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, HI, United StatesSaturday, August 6: Family Day 2016 & Youth Art Exhibition. Bring the whole family to Hui No`eau for this celebration that marks the opening of the Hui's Youth Art Exhibition. Don't miss out on a scavenger hunt (1st 50 people only), live glassblowing demonstrations, hands-on artists’ workshops, face painting, food trucks, and more. Explore the […]
Amy Hanai`ali`i
Kahilu Theatre 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, HI, United StatesSunday, August 7: Amy Hanai`ali`i. Singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur Amy Hanai`ali`i remains Hawai`i’s top selling female vocalist of all time, evidenced by 25 Na Hoku Hanohano awards and 5 Grammy nominations for Best Hawaiian Music Album. Kahilu Theater, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Waimea. 2 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.
An Intimate Evening with Rickie Lee Jones
Iao Theater 68 N Market St, Wailuku, HI, United StatesTuesday, August 9: An Intimate Evening with Rickie Lee Jones. Since two-time Grammy winner Rickie Lee Jones exploded onto the pop scene in 1978 with “Chuck E’s In Love,” she has made a career of fearlessly experimenting with her sound and persona over 15 critically acclaimed albums. Rickie is both a character in the songs and the songwriter […]
Spyro Gyra
Castle Theater 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, United StatesSunday, September 11: Spyro Gyra. Contemporary jazz icons and recipients of multiple Grammy and Lifetime Achievement awards, Spyro Gyra returns to Hawai`i. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 6 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.