May Day is Lei Day

Bishop Museum 1525 Bernice St., Honolulu, HI, United States

Tuesday, May 1: May Day is Lei Day.  One of the biggest events celebrated in Hawai`i Nei has always been May Day. It is a day set aside to “make a lei, give a lei, wear a lei”. Enjoy a performance by the legendary Robert Cazimero and his Halau Na Kamalei o Līlīlehua. This performance […]

Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends

Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI, United States

Every Tuesday:  Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends.  Kanikapila jam sessions are open to all musicians.  Bring your own instrument and enjoy “garage style” jamming.  Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Great Room of the Admin Building, Volcanoes National Park. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted. Park entrance fees may apply. […]

Free

Sunset Stories

International Market Place 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States

Nightly:  Sunset Stories.  From Queen Emma to Don Ho, experience the stories of an icon. Gather at the International Market Place on Kalakaua Avenue just after sundown for the ceremonial lighting of the Lamaku Torch Tower. Then be immersed in an unforgettable storytelling performance told through Hawaiian and Polynesian song and dance. Honoring the beloved Queen […]

Free

Slack Key Guitar Concerts

Tuesday Evenings: Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. May 1 – Poina `Ole – Never to be Forgotten; May 8 – Your Island of Peace; May 18 – Sea Turtle Serenade; May 22 – Heart of Slack Key; May 29 – Legends of Slack Key. Free gift drawing.  Award […]

Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program

Maui Humane Society Shelter 1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene, HI, United States

Every Wednesday and Thursday: Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program. Do you miss having a dog to spend your day with? Visitors and residents can sign up to take a homeless dog out for the day from the Maui Humane Society animal shelter. The shelter is easy to find as it is conveniently located […]

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert

Napili Kai Beach Resort 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Lahaina, HI, United States

Every Wednesday: Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert.  Enjoy renowned slack key masters who are true ambassadors of their music, their culture and their land for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”.  May 2 – No Show Scheduled; May 9 – Led Kaapana; May 15 – Nathan Aweau; May 23 – […]

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park

Volcano Art Center Gallery Porch Crater Rim Dr, Volcano, HI, United States

Every Friday: Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.  A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Free

Slack Key Guitar Concerts

Hanalei Family Community Center 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, United States

Friday Afternoons: Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. May 4 – Ahupua`a – Mountain to Sea; May 11 – Hanalei Slack Key; May 18 – ‘Ohana Slack Key; May 25 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music.  Free gift drawing.  Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs […]

St. Catherine School Carnival

St. Catherine School 5021 Kawaihau Rd., Kapa`a, HI, United States

Friday & Saturday, May 4 & 5: St. Catherine School Carnival.  A carnival filled with games, ono (delicious) food, rides, petting zoo, and fun for the entire family.  All proceeds go to the school for new curriculum, furniture, and school expenses. St. Catherine School, 5021 Kawaihau Rd., Kapa`a. Friday 5 to 11 p.m., Saturday 10 […]

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum

Baldwin Home Museum 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, United States

Every Friday:  Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum.  Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. Tours take place on the half hour from 6 to 8 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in […]

Free – $7