Aloha Visitor Guides

Honolulu Theatre for Youth Presents: The Tiny Tree
2016-02-20 09:30 - 10:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Tenney Theatre, 229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Saturdays, February 20 – March 5:
Honolulu Theatre for Youth Presents: The Tiny Tree. Created for our youngest audiences, this show explores what tiny trees and tiny children have in common. This short, interactive experience is designed specifically to engage young people and spark their curiosity about the world around them. Tenney Theatre, Corner of Beretania St. & Alakea St., Honolulu. Show times are 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.; sign interpreted performance February 27 at 11:30 a.m. For tickets and information call (808) 839-9885 or visit www.htyweb.org.

Waikiki Artfest
2016-02-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Kapiolani Park, 3840 Paki Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Saturday, February 20:
Waikiki Artfest. Featuring approximately 75-100 fine artists and handcraft artisans who display their own art for sale including jewelry of all types, clothing, wood products, stained glass, ceramics, soaps and candles, bags, quilts, and lauhala products. Enjoy live entertainment, as well as great food. Kapiolani Park, at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki, across from the Honolulu Zoo. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. For information call (808) 696-6717.

Waimea Roundup 2016
2016-02-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Friendship Do Ranch, Waimea, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, February 19 & 20:
Waimea Roundup 2016. This large and diverse rodeo features Team Roping, Barrel Racing, Bronc Riding and Bull Riding. In addition, there are special events done only in Hawai’i – paniolo po’o wai u and double mugging, just like in the early paniolo (cowboy) days of old Hawai’i. Friday is slack roping and if needed other slack competition, Saturday is full final competition. Food concession and craft vendors will be on site. Entry is free on Friday, Saturday is $5 adults, $3 keiki 5-12 years. For information visit www.waimeatowncelebration.com or call (808) 635-9635.

Hawai`i Debut of Sol3 Mio
2016-02-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
February 13:
Hawai`i Debut of Sol3 Mio. Hawai`i Opera Theatre (HOT), announces a one night only performance by the internationally acclaimed group Sol3 Mio. This talented trio of classically trained New Zealanders saw their self-titled debut album released in 26 countries and have performed at sold out venues across the globe. They make their Hawai`i debut with Hawai`i Opera Theatre. United by a love of opera and deep family bonds, tenor brothers Pene and Amitai Pati, and their baritone cousin Moses Mackay have carved out a unique niche for themselves. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. 7:30pm. For tickets and information call (808) 596-7858 or visit www.HawaiiOpera.org.

Keali`i Reichel and Halau Ke`alakamaile – Kukahi 2016
2016-02-13 19:30 - 21:30 | HI
Saturday & Sunday, February 13 & 14:
Keali`i Reichel and Halau Ke`alakamaile – Kukahi 2016. Renowned as one of Hawai`i’s most popular recording artists, Keali`i Reichel is the award-winning kumu hula of Halau Ke`alaokamaile. His music, chant, and hula represent the best of Hawai`i’s traditional and contemporary poetry and dance today. His halau has brought home top awards from the prestigious hula competition, Merrie Monarch Festival, and he has won multiple Na Hoku Hanohano Awards for his music, in addition to a top spot on world music charts. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Maui Whale Festival
2016-02-13 09:00 - 19:00 | Kalama Park, 1900 S. Kihei Road, Kihei, HI, United States
Saturday, February 13:
Maui Whale Festival. The festival kicks off with the Parade of Whales at 9 a.m. on South Kihei Road, beginning at Kamaole Beach I and heading north to Kukui Mall. The Festival continues throughout the day at Kalama Park, with live entertainment, Wild and Wonderful Whale Regata, Made in Maui Artisan Fair, Keiki Carnival, and ono grinds and beverages available for purchase. Kalama Park, 1900 S. Kihei Road, Kihei, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For information visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org.

Hawai`i Opera Theatre Presents: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
2016-02-12 20:00 - 22:00 | Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Friday, Sunday, and Tuesday, February 12, 14 & 16:
Hawai`i Opera Theatre Presents: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Shakespeare’s beloved play takes on a new life in Benjamin Britten’s beautiful A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The versatility of the opera—from simple enchantment, a traditional fairytale with plenty of action and comedy, to a psychological treasure trove of madness and cruelty—will allow audiences young and old, seasoned and new, to delight in the production. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. Performance times are Friday, 8 p.m.; Sunday 4 p.m.; Tuesday, 7 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 596-7372 or visit www.hawaiiopera.org.

Chinese New Year Celebration at Lahaina
2016-02-12 10:00 - 19:00 | Wo Hing Museum, 858 Front Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Friday, February 12:
Chinese New Year Celebration at Lahaina. Ring in the Year of the Red Monkey. Wo Hing Museum will host a free celebration from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. with kids’ crafts, cultural demos, music and presentations on the history of Chinese New Year. Chinese foods will be available for purchase. Enjoy a traditional lion dance, firecrackers and Kung Fu demonstration in the Wo Hing Museum yard at 5 p.m. Then, the exciting lion dance will proceed along Front Street, visiting merchants. Wo Hing Museum, 858 Front St., Lahaina. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For information call (808) 661-5553 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Eat Dessert First
2016-02-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Kaua`i Beach Resort, 4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Thursday, February 11:
Eat Dessert First. Indulge yourself at this annual fundraiser for The Zonta Club of Kaua`i, celebrating dessert and St. Valentine’s Day. Enjoy sweet and delicious desserts provided by Kaua`i chefs, silent auction and Valentine’s prize donation drawing (must be present to win). Music by Cruz Control to entertain guests. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Kaua`i Beach Resort, 4331 Kauai Beach Dr., Lihue. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 332-5654 or visit www.zonta-kauai.org.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-02-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Sunday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. February 7 – Hanalei Slack Key; February 14 – Legends of Slack Key; February 21 – Whales Homecoming; February 28 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). The concerts are nahenahe – soft and sweet. Slack key guitar and `ukulele in the real old style. All traditional music with songs and stories of the islands, telling the history of this Hawaiian musical art form. Voted 2014 Best Live Show in Hawai`i by Hawai`i Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai `Ohana `O Hanalei. Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei. 3 to 5 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Watch the Big Game at The MACC
2016-02-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, February 7:
Watch the Big Game at The MACC. Watch the BIG game on a BIG screen! Plus, enjoy live entertainment by Willie K prior to kickoff and after the final whistle. Watch the game indoors on a huge screen in Castle Theater and/or outside in the Pavilion on a high-tech LED screen. Beverages will be available for purchase in the courtyard before and during the game and food trucks will be on hand selling ‘ono grinds and snacks. All ages welcome. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. Gates open at noon, game starts at 1:30. Free admission. For information call (808) 247-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-02-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Dr., Princeville, HI, United States
Saturday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. February 6 – Gift of the Ancestors; February 20 – Honoring Raymond Kane; February 27 – `Ohana Slack Key. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). Slack key guitar and `ukulele in the real old style. All traditional music with songs and stories of the islands, telling the history of this Hawaiian musical art form. Voted 2014 Best Live Show in Hawai`i by Hawai`i Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. Proceeds support Princeville at Hanalei Community Association and this program. Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Dr., Princeville. 6 to 8 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival
2016-02-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Hawaiian Homestead Farmer’s Market, 67-1229 Mamalahoa Hwy, Waimea, HI, 96743, United States
Saturday, February 6:
Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival. Find something for everyone to enjoy at this 23rd Annual Festival. The festival includes a variety of activities 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at multiple venues throughout Waimea. Look for pink banners identifying site locations sprawling from Parker Ranch Center to the Hawaiian Homestead Farmer’s Market on Hwy. 19. Experience an all-day lineup of Japanese and multi-cultural performing arts at several locations, plus hands-on demonstrations of bonsai, origami, traditional tea ceremony and mochi pounding, plus a host of colorful craft fairs and local-style food booths. Enjoy free shuttle transportation among most venues. For information and venues call (808) 961-8706 or email WaimeaCherryBlossom@gmail.com.

Hula Hoike by Halau Hula O Leilani
2016-02-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy St., Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Saturday, February 6:
Hula Hoike by Halau Hula O Leilani. Enjoy this annual fundraiser hula show and concert led by Leilani Rivera Low, kumu hula. Keiki and adult dancers share hula, Tahitian and other Polynesian dances and music learned throughout the year. Hawaiian arts and crafts made locally for sale in the lobby; plate lunches available for purchase. Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy St., Lihue. Advance ticket prices $20 adults, $10 keiki (higher at the door). For information and tickets call (808) 651-0682.

Marine Corps Base Hawai`i Swamp Romp 2016
2016-02-06 07:00 - 12:00 | Marine Corps Base Hawai`i, H3 Front Gate, Kaneohe bay, HI, 96863, United States
Saturday, February 6:
Marine Corps Base Hawai`i Swamp Romp 2016. The dirtiest race of the year is back at MCB Hawai`i and better than ever!!! You may register as an individual or as a team of 5-6 members (must finish with no less than 5 team members). Register yourself or get your team ready for an exciting obstacle run through the mud and dirt aboard Marine Corps Base Hawai`i, Kaneohe Bay. This unique run takes individuals and teams through dirt, mud, over and under obstacles that challenge the strongest of competitors. Put together a team and challenge your family, friends, co-workers and classmates to this fun mud run. The event is open to the public. Register online by February 3. For registration and more information, visit www.mccshawaii.com/swampromp/.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2016-02-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Old Town Hanapepe, HI, United States
Friday Evenings:
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk. Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Old Town Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy shopping at local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classic cars, live music and entertainment. For information call (808) 335-6469.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2016-02-05 18:00 - 21:00 | HI
Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event. 6-9 p.m. February 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; February 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; February 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; February 26 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center. For more information visit www.MauiFridays.com.

Chinese New Year Celebration
2016-02-05 17:00 - 22:00 | Chinatown Cultural Plaza, 100 N. Beretania St., Honolulu, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, February 5 & 6:
Chinese New Year Celebration. Chinatown Cultural Plaza, 100 N. Beretania St., Honolulu. Friday, 5 to 10 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. For information call (808) 533-3181 or visit www.chinesechamber.com.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2016-02-05 17:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, February 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. 5-9 p.m. Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.

Asian Fest
2016-02-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Queens’ MarketPlace, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa Village, HI, 96738, United States
Friday, February 5:
Asian Fest. Welcome the Year of the Red Monkey. Celebrate with the vibrant Lion Dancers and driving rhythms of Taiko drums from around the world. And, make sure you have your lycee (red envelope) ready with “lettuce” to feed the Lion and ensure good health and fortune in 2016. More than Chinese New Year, Asian Fest brings together the fun and fascinating Far East traditions that came to Hawai`i and still inspire residents and visitors from everywhere! Queens’ MarketPlace, Waikoloa Beach Resort, 69-150 Waikoloa Beach Rd., Waikoloa Village. 5 to 7 p.m. For information visit www.waikoloabeachresort.com.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-02-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Friday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. February 5 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands; February 12 – Tradition of Slack Key; February 19 – For the Birds; February 26 – Honoring Keli`i Mawae of Molokai. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). Slack key guitar and `ukulele in the real old style. All traditional music with songs and stories of the islands, telling the history of this Hawaiian musical art form. Voted 2014 Best Live Show in Hawai`i by Hawai`i Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai Ohana `O Hanalei. Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei. 4 to 6 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Punahou Carnival 2016 – “Rewind the Time: The Punahou Journey”
2016-02-05 11:00 - 23:00 | Punahou School, 1601 Punahou St., Honolulu, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, February 5 & 6:
Punahou Carnival 2016 – “Rewind the Time: The Punahou Journey”. Enjoy a day of family fun. Fresh malasadas, mango chutney, kiddie games and E.K. Fernandez rides, White Elephant treasures and live musical entertainment are among the many treats that draw fans each year to the Punahou Carnival. Proceeds support the School’s financial aid program. Punahou School, 1601 Punahou St., Honolulu. 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. each day. There is limited parking on campus. Paid parking is generally available at nearby community institutions. The Carnival is also accessible by city buses 4, 5 or 18. Admission to the grounds is free. Scrip is available for purchase throughout the Carnival. For information call (808) 944-5711 or visit www.punahou.edu.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2016-02-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Every Wednesday:
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert. Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by various 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”. February 2 – No Concert Scheduled; February 3 – Jeff Peterson; February 10 – Nathan Aweau; February 17 – Mark Yamanaka; February 24 – Ken Emerson. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. Located at the Pavilion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, Napili. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit www.slackkeyshow.com.

Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program
2016-02-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Maui Humane Society Shelter, 1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene, HI, 96784, United States
Every Wednesday and Thursday:
Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program. Do you miss your pet when traveling? Visitors can offer a “helping paw” to homeless animals at the Maui Humane Society shelter, located in Pu`unene (central Maui), on Mokulele Hwy. between Kihei and Kahului. 1 to 3 p.m. Help with such activities as walking dogs, bathing puppies, brushing cats, or playing with puppies and kittens. Arrive by 1 p.m. and wear close-toed shoes and comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty. For Maui visitors only. Children age 10 to 17 are welcome when accompanied by a supervising adult for the duration. Advance reservations required. Register online at MauiHumaneSociety.org, “Get Involved/Volunteer/HelpingPawsVisitorProgram”.

Chinatown Open House (Choy Cheng)
2016-02-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Chinese Chamber of Commerce, 8 S. King St., Honolulu, HI, United States
Friday, February 5:
Chinatown Open House (Choy Cheng). Enjoy Lion Dance and firecrackers. Chinese Chamber of Commerce, 8 S. King St., Honolulu. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. For information call (808) 533-3181 or visit www.chinesechamber.com.

Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends
2016-02-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI, 96785, United States
Every Tuesday:
Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends. Kanikapila jam sessions are held on Monday evenings, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. and 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. Free, however donations are gratefully accepted. Park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

A Kaua`i Food Tour on the North Shore
2016-02-02 11:00 - 15:00 | Unnamed Venue, Hanalei, HI, United States
Tuesday, February 2:
A Kaua`i Food Tour on the North Shore. Hop in your car and follow the guide on a tasting adventure through Kaua`i’s lush North Shore, including tastings at five stops, and ending at a farmers market. Experience out-of-the way establishments, taste products made with exotic fruit, sample Hawaiian food, meet farmers and food artisans, and more. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. $120. For reservations, information and meeting location in Hanalei, call (888) 431-6660 or visit www.tastingkauai.com.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2016-02-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Volcano Art Center Gallery Porch, Crater Rim Dr, Volcano, HI, 96718, 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 apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Harold and Maude (Comedy)
2016-02-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Manoa Valley Theatre, 2833 East Manoa Rd., Honolulu, HI, 96822, United States
Wednesdays – Sundays, January 21 – February 7:
Harold and Maude (Comedy). This stage adaptation of the popular cult movie tells the story of the morbidly fascinated 19-year old boy, Harold, and the delightfully wacky octogenarian he meets, Maude. He is the proverbial poor little rich kid who feels alienated by society. She is a free spirit who has a quirky, bright and excessively carefree outlook on life. Through meeting and falling in love with Maude, Harold discovers joy in living for the first time as the unlikely pair forms a unique bond and she teaches him how to make the most of his time on earth. A Hawai`i premiere. Manoa Valley Theatre, 2833 East Manoa Rd., Honolulu. Wednesdays & Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.; Fridays & Saturdays, 8 p.m.; Sundays, 4 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 988-6131 or visit www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

Te Ao Maohi: The Land of the Natives
2016-02-01 19:00 - 20:00 | The Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast, HI, 96743, United States
Every Monday:
Te Ao Maohi: The Land of the Natives. Experience the Culture and Traditions of the Polynesian people, as well as the stories of Polynesia’s ancestors. The Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast. 7 p.m. For information visit www.teeaoteturama.com.
