Duke Kahanamoku Beach Challenge
Hilton Hawaiian Village Lagoon & Beach, 2005 Kalia Rd., Honolulu, HI, United StatesSunday, May 7: Duke Kahanamoku Beach Challenge. Enjoy a fun-filled day of competitive outrigger canoe, stand up paddle and kayak races, free island entertainment and a craft marketplace. The event honors its namesake Duke Kahanamoku, the famed Hawai`i Olympic gold medal swimmer and surfer credited with polarizing the sport around the world. This free and […]
Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Maunalua
Plaza Stage at Waikiki Beach Walk 201 Beachwalk, Honolulu, HI, United StatesSunday, May 7: Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Maunalua. Na Mele No Na Pua brings to life the past, present and future of Hawai`i’s performing arts through the islands’ best entertainers in a casual, family-style setting. All concerts and exhibits are free and open to the public. Parking is limited and subject […]
Historic Waimea Walking Tour
West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center 9565 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, HI, United StatesEvery 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. […]
Slack Key Guitar Concerts
All Saints’ Sanctuary 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a, HI, United StatesWednesday Evenings: Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. May 3 – Sea Turtle Serenade; May 10 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; May 17 – Kaua`i Style Slack Key; May 24 – Island of Peace; May 31 – In the Real Old Style. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar ad […]
Kona Orchid Society Orchid Show, Plant & Craft Sale
Old Airport Beach Park 75-5560 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona, HI, United StatesFriday & Saturday, May 12 & 13: Kona Orchid Society Orchid Show, Plant & Craft Sale. Featuring orchid vendors from all over the island with exotic orchid species and exciting new hybrids. Orchid Growing Classes begin on the hour, from 11 a.m.to 3 p.m. Many handmade craft Items and fine art, and many types of […]
Mirabilia Aerial Co. and Puna Aerialists Present: Take Flight
Palace Theater 38 Haili Street, Hilo, HI, United StatesFriday, May 12: Mirabilia Aerial Co. and Puna Aerialists Present: Take Flight. This dynamic show features 15 unique acts from 10 aerialists from around the world. Watch these artists soar through the air using rope, silks, Iyra (hoop) and hammock to dazzle and delight. Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets […]
May Day by the Bay
Wai`oli Beach Park Hanalei, HI, United StatesSaturday, May 13: May Day by the Bay. Enjoy this festival featuring Hawaiian music performed by groups from Kauai and throughout the state, including hula, cultural demonstrations by local practitioners, Kauai made products craft fair, displays by community groups, Hawaiian food and a silent auction. Wai`oli Beach Park, 4378 He`e Rd., Hanalei. 10 a.m. to […]
Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum
Hawai`i State Art Museum 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu, HI, United StatesSaturday, May 13: Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum. Free hands-on art activities for all ages are hosted in the first floor Multipurpose Room. All materials are provided. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last. For information call (808) 589-9959 or […]
Maui Brewers Festival
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, United StatesSaturday, May 13: Maui Brewers Festival. Every ticket includes tasty food from local restaurants and caterers at no additional charge, beer tastings from local and national craft breweries, live music, door prizes, a home brew competition, and lots of fun. Don't like beer? Enjoy hard cider, hard kombucha, root beer, and delicious food, at no […]
Nani Ke Ao Nei Series – Na Mele Honua, Songs of the Earth
Hawaiian Mission Houses 553 S King St., Honolulu, HI, United StatesSaturday, May 13: Nani Ke Ao Nei Series – Na Mele Honua, Songs of the Earth. A concert laden with stories and lore, songs, hula, and chant, themed around the natural environment, featuring the elements of nature: air, clouds, wind, the realm of mountains, ocean, and rain. Oli, hula, and song will describe the wonder […]