Aloha Visitor Guides

Emily T Gail Show
2017-05-01 | HI
The Emily T Gail Show, aka “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show is found on http://espnhawaii.com/ online, all the time and via https://www.facebook.com/emilytgailtalkstory/ and a free iTunes podcast. Emily “talks story​”​ ​about recreational, high school​, professional ​sports​ along with ​talking story with ​​athletes, ​coaches, parents, community organizers and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about how sports and recreation play an important part in communities where Emily is involved; Island of Hawai`i and Detroit, her home town. Sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide, ​Emily ​has ​updates on ​Waikoloa Beach Resort​ events such as the Community Bike ​Rides​ every​ Tuesday at​ 8:15 a.m. from Bike Works at Queens Marketplace​ and Queens Marketplace Coronation Pavilion Entertainment and Kings’ Shops Center Court Entertainment. ​She has events and activity updates for the ​Waikoloa Dry Forest ​Initiative, PATH-Connecting People and Places, Hawai`i Cycling Club, Hawai`i Wildlife Center and Kailua Village Peaman & Team Mango multi -sport activities and more. Contact Emily at (808) 896-6780 or emilytgail@emilys.org.

Niaulani Nature Walk
2017-05-01 09:30 - 10:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village, HI, United States
Every Monday:
Niaulani Nature Walk. A free, guided rain forest tour in Volcano. This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. The walk introduces visitors to the native plants and birds of Volcano. Guides focus on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area, and the cultural usages of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Free; donations welcome. For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit
2017-05-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue, HI, 96766 , United States
Daily:
Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit. Cleopatra’s Barge was an opulent yacht built in Massachusetts in 1816. It became The Royal Yacht of King Kamehameha II but was wrecked in 1824. It cost about $50,000 to build, and about the same amount for luxury furnishings. Marvel at the opulence of this beautifully crafted ship, whose splendor was breathtaking for its day. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., every day except Sundays. Admission is $10 adults, $6 students 13-17 years, $2 Children 6 – 12 years, 5 years and under free. For information call (808) 245-6931 or visit http://www.kauaimuseum.org/.

May Day is Lei Day - May Day Festivities at Volcano Art Center Gallery
2017-05-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI, 96785, United States
Monday, May 1:
May Day is Lei Day – May Day Festivities at Volcano Art Center Gallery. Celebrate May Day at the Volcano Art Center Gallery porch. All are welcome to join in the festivities, featuring hands on lei making demonstrations. May Day honors the unique way that Hawai`i’s multi-cultural traditions are woven together to create a more interesting, more tolerant and more beautiful community. With hundreds of fragrant blossoms and plant materials provided by the Volcano Art Center Gallery, learn tips to sewing the perfect lei, the proper protocol of giving and receiving a lei, and more. There will also be live music by Wes Awana and friends, and impromptu hula dancing by Noe Noe Kekaualua. Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission, park entrance fees may apply.

Kauai Museum & Kauai Marriott Presents the 37th Annual May Day Lei Contest honoring Irmalee & Walter Pomroy
2017-05-01 11:00 - 16:00 | Kaua`i Marriott – Puna Court, 3610 Rice St., Lihu`e, HI, United States
Monday, May 1:
Kauai Museum & Kauai Marriott Presents the 37th Annual May Day Lei Contest honoring Irmalee & Walter Pomroy. Kauai Museum May Day Lei contest started by Master Lei Maker Irmalee Pomroy and today her `Ohana continues her legacy. A make-a-lei table will be available at the event from 9 a.m. for those who want to make a lei to take with them, for a minimal donation. Kaua`i Marriott – Puna Court, 3610 Rice St., Lihu`e. Lei viewing and silent auction is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information or lei applications, call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

Lei Day Celebration
2017-05-01 13:00 - 17:30 | Kapiolani Park, 2806 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States
Monday, May 1:
Lei Day Celebration. May Day is Lei Day in Hawai`i. The event features the annual Lei Court, as well as local entertainment and hula halau. The Hawaiian Steel Guitar Association traditionally plays in the lei exhibit/Kulana Lei area (open area between the bandstand and the shell). The Lei Contest Exhibit is open to the public from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Visit the Kulana Lei/Tutu’s Hale, a village of Hawaiian artisans, as they share their talents and skills with exhibits and demonstrations throughout the day. In addition to Kulana Lei, craft, lei and food vendors will also be in the park all day. The event is free and open to the public. Kapiolani Park, 2806 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. For more information about the 90th Annual Lei Day Celebration, visit www.honoluluparks.com or call (808) 768-3041.

Jazz Minds
2017-05-01 18:30 | Jazz Minds, 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Every Monday through Saturday Night:
Jazz Minds. A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and food, served in an ultra-comfy, hip setting. Different bands perform nightly. 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center. 6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. nightly; closed Sundays. For information and entertainment schedule call (808) 945-0800 or visit http://jazzhonolulu.com/index.html.

Sunset Stories
2017-05-01 18:30 - 19:30 | 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 Emma, the nightly show highlights the stories, traditions and culture of this special gathering place. International Market Place, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. Sunset. Free admission. For information visit http://www.shopinternationalmarketplace.com/events.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace
2017-05-02 08:15 - 12:00 | Queens Marketplace, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Rd., Waikoloa Village, HI, United States
Every Tuesday Morning:
BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:15 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all the BikeWorks activities on the Emily T Gail Show at http://espnhawaii.com/ under the lineup or visit http://www.bikeworkshawaii.com/. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other community rides and/or bike routes call BikeWorks at (808) 886-5000.

Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends
2017-05-02 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 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. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Santana
2017-05-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A & B Amphitheater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Tuesday, May 2:
Santana. Delivered with a level of passion and soul equal to the legendary sonic charge of his guitar, the sound of Carlos Santana is one of the world’s best‐known musical signatures. For more than four decades—from Santana’s earliest days as a groundbreaking Afro‐Latin blues‐rock fusion outfit in San Francisco—Carlos has been the visionary force behind artistry that transcends musical genres and generational, cultural, and geographical boundaries. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A & B Amphitheater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, 7: 30 p.m. Lawn Preshow opens at 4 p.m. for food & beverage service; Amphitheater gates open at 5 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2017-05-03 06:45 - 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”. May 3 – No Show Scheduled; May 10 – Led Kaapana; May 17 – Kimo West; May 24 – Ken Emerson; May 31 – Kawika Kahiapo. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. Located at the Sea House Restaurant at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapi`ilani Hwy., Napili. Doors open 6:45 p.m., show begins 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit http://www.slackkeyshow.com/.

Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Volunteer Program
2017-05-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Maui Humane Society Shelter, 1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene, HI, 96784, United States
Every Wednesday and Thursday:
Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Volunteer 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 in Pu`unene (central Maui) on Mokulele Hwy., between Kihei/Wailea and Kahului. Program participants will pick “their dog” up at 10 a.m. and bring them back no later than 3 p.m. MHS provides all of the supplies, you just provide the fun! Advance registration is mandatory as space is often filled weeks in advance. Register online at http://www.mauihumanesociety.org/.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2017-05-05 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 may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair
2017-05-05 13:00 - 18:00 | Kauai Veterans Center, 3215 Kapule Hwy., Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Friday, May 5:
Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair. Handmade products from Kaua`i’s crafters and artisans. Find quality merchandise for that special occasion, gift giving or keepsake. A collection of beautifully handmade products like bags, carved bone jewelry, sculptured wood carvings, fabric angels, Hawaiian quilts, futons & other sewn products, sunrise & Niihau shell jewelry, Hawaiian print towel wraps, fused glass art jewelry, sun catchers, tapa prints & bags & accessories and lots more by local Kaua`i artists. Find that unique gift that will be cherished for years. Kauai Veterans Center, 3215 Kapule Hwy., Lihue. 1 to 6 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 635-4314.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2017-05-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Friday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. May 5 – Honoring Keli`i Mawae of Molokai; May 12 – Heart of Slack Key; May 19 – Mountain to Sea; May 26 – Tour of the Islands. Free gift drawing. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar ad ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. A portion of the proceeds support 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 http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2017-05-05 17:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, May 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.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2017-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, 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 the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina; children 12 & under free. For information visit http://lahainarestoration.org/.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2017-05-05 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 to 9 p.m. May 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; May 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; May 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; May 26 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center. For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit http://mauifridays.com/.

First Friday Hawai`i Opera Theatre at the Hawai`i State Art Museum
2017-05-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu, HI, United States
Friday, May 5:
First Friday Hawai`i Opera Theatre at the Hawai`i State Art Museum. Free, family-friendly evening at the Hawai`i State Art Museum. Galleries will be open late, with live performances by the Hawaii Opera Theatre in the Sculpture Lobby (second floor). Seating will be provided. All ages welcome. Parking available across South Hotel St. in the Ali`i Place building, or street parking in the area. Several TheBus lines stop directly in front of or close to the museum. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu. 6 to 9 p.m. For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2017-05-05 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 to 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.

St. Joseph Feast
2017-05-05 18:00 - 22:00 | St. Joseph Church, 1294 Makawao Ave., Makawao, HI, 96768 , United States
Friday – Sunday, May 5 – 7:
St. Joseph Feast. This popular festival offers local entertainment, food and fun for the whole family with games, bouncers, crafters, Country Store, plants, produce, flowers and much more. Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., participate in a live valuable goods auction featuring golfing, gift certificates to dinner, hotels, activities, etc. Friday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. Joseph Church, 1294 Makawao Ave., Makawao. Free admission, scrip may be purchased onsite for food, beverages, and game booths. For information call (808) 572-7652 or visit www.sjcmaui.org.

Free Movie Night: Bring your blankets, lounge on the lawn and enjoy an evening under the stars
2017-05-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Anaina Hou Community Park, 5-2723 Kuhio Hwy., Kilauea, HI, United States
Friday, May 5:
Free Movie Night: Bring your blankets, lounge on the lawn and enjoy an evening under the stars. Refreshments and dinner are available through the Café. Anaina Hou Community Park, home of Kaua`i Mini Golf, 5-2723 Kuhio Hwy., Kilauea. Movie begins at dusk, approximately 6:30 p.m. Free admission. For more information and movie title call (808) 828-2118 or visit http://anainahou.org/.

Maui Matsuri Variety Show
2017-05-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Binhi At Ani, 780 Onehe`e Ave., Kahului, HI, United States
Friday, May 5:
Maui Matsuri Variety Show. This inaugural event features many wonderfully talented people and undiscovered entertainers on Maui. The event will spotlight singers, dancers, musicians, magicians and other talent with some aspect of the Japanese and/or Okinawan culture weaved into its performance. All participants will receive a gift. Trophies will be presented to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners, as well as to the “People’s Choice” Awardee. Binhi At Ani, 780 Onehe`e Ave., Kahului. 7 p.m. For more information, call (808) 280-1299 on weekends or after 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.

Mother’s Day Extravaganza Craft Fair
2017-05-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Sangha Hall, 398 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Saturday, May 6:
Mother’s Day Extravaganza Craft Fair. This Craft Fair features vendors from the Big Island and the State of Hawai`i. A portion of the proceeds from this event will go to support the Big Island Substance Abuse Council. Sangha Hall, 398 Kilauea Ave, Hilo. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $2 Admission. For more information, call (808) 896-1620 or visit www.malamaponoevents.com.

Free Comic Book Day
2017-05-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Kailua-Kona Public Library, 75-138 Hualalai Rd., Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Saturday, May 6:
Free Comic Book Day. All ages are welcome at the Kailua-Kona Public Library to receive two free comic books while supplies last. A Cosplay Competition is open to 4th to 12th graders, with registration from 10 to 10:30 a.m.; the competition with audience participation will be held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. The cosplay can be from any source and original characters are welcome. Two winners will each receive a $25 Regal Movie Theater gift card. Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Kailua-Kona Public Library, 75-138 Hualalai Rd., Kailua-Kona. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact the library at (808) 327-4327 or visit www.folkhawaii.com.

Maui Matsuri Festival
2017-05-06 14:00 - 21:00 | University of Hawai`i Maui College, 210 Ka`ahumanu Ave., Kahului, HI, United States
Saturday, May 6:
Maui Matsuri Festival. Enjoy live entertainment, keiki activities, food and craft booths, contests, exhibits and more. University of Hawai`i, Maui College, 210 Ka`ahumanu Ave., Kahului. 2 to 9 p.m. For information call (808) 283-9999 or visit http://www.mauimatsuri.com/.

Sea Life Park Makapu`u Twilight Concert Series 2017 – Anuhea, Makaha Sons, Kapena, & Paula Fuga
2017-05-06 17:00 - 22:00 | Sea Life Park, 41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo, HI, United States
Saturday, May 6:
Sea Life Park Makapu`u Twilight Concert Series 2017 – Anuhea, Makaha Sons, Kapena, & Paula Fuga. Sea Life Park hosts the Makapu`u Twilight Concert Series, bringing Hawai`i’s favorite music artists to one of Oahu’s most memorable venues. Family and friends of all ages are invited to experience Sea Life Park, listen to live music and enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian summer nights. Sea Life Park, 41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo. 5 to 10 p.m. For more information on the Makapu`u Twilight Concert Series and tickets, call (808) 259-2500 or visit http://www.sealifeparkhawaii.com/twilightconcert.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2017-05-06 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. May 6 – Poina `Ole – Never to be Forgotten; May 13 – Aloha Music of Hawai`i; May 20 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music; May 27 – Gifts of the Ancestors. Free gift drawing. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar ad ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. 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 http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/.

Duke Kahanamoku Beach Challenge
2017-05-07 09:00 - 14:00 | Hilton Hawaiian Village Lagoon & Beach,, 2005 Kalia Rd., Honolulu, HI, United States
Sunday, 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 open to the public community event kicks off with a traditional double-hulled canoe procession, oli (chant) and hula kahiko (ancient hula) performances. Festivities will include hula and Tahitian dance groups, as well as musical performances. Hilton Hawaiian Village Lagoon & Beach, 2005 Kalia Rd., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 923-1802 or visit http://www.waikikicommunitycenter.org/
