Aloha Visitor Guides

Joshua Nelson & The Kosher Gospel Singers
2013-04-26 19:30 - 21:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, April 26:
Joshua Nelson & The Kosher Gospel Singers. Raised in a black Jewish community, singer/songwriter Joshua Nelson blends Hebrew texts with soulful African-American gospel music. Critics have hailed Nelson’s vocal powers as reminiscent of the legendary Mahalia Jackson, yet utterly original and electrifying. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Hawaiian Music Series
2013-04-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Lawn, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, April 25:
Hawaiian Music Series. Enjoy live Hawaiian music on the Baldwin Home lawn from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The free program takes place under Maui’s moonlight in historic Lahaina and features local entertainers performing traditional Hawaiian music. Chairs are limited; blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. For information call (808) 661-3262 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2013-04-21 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, April 21:
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll. One Sunday each month from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway. Enjoy music, artists, merchants and restaurants. At 4 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihe`e Palace. Bring your own mat or chair and they will be checked for free while you stroll Ali`i Drive, Kailua Village (Kona). For information visit www.kvbid.org.

Kaua`i Concert Association Presents: Dala
2013-04-21 | Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Sunday, April 21:
Kaua`i Concert Association Presents: Dala. Juno nominees and winners of the 2010 Canadian Folk Music Award for Vocal Group of the Year, Amanda Walther and Sheila Carabine of Dala write and sing in harmony best described as angelic. Darlings of the Canadian music scene, Dala are now poised to bring their fresh brand of acoustic pop music to the world. Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue. For information call (808) 245-7464.

Hula Arts at Kilauea
2013-04-20 09:30 - 13:30 | VAC Gallery, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI, 96785, United States
Saturday, April 20:
Hula Arts at Kilauea. A Hula Kahiko Informance with kumu Leilehua Yuen and Manu Josiah, and is a 50-minute narrated demonstration of preparation, protocol and offering of traditional hula and chant. This inspired outdoor presentation takes place rain or shine at the hula platform located near VAC Gallery in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The audience is encouraged to bring sitting mat and sun/rain gear. On the same day, there is a hands-on cultural demonstration from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm at VAC Gallery porch. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

21st Annual East Maui Taro Festival
2013-04-20 09:00 - 17:00 | Hana Ballpark, [1-51] Hauoli Rd, Hana, HI, 96713, United States
Saturday, April 20:
21st Annual East Maui Taro Festival. Enjoy non-stop Hawaiian entertainment & hula, food booths, arts & crafts booths, an info tent for non-profits, an ag tent & farmers market and hands-on cultural demos such as poi-pounding, kapa cloth making, creating Hawaiian musical instruments, and lauhala weaving. A free event the whole family will enjoy. Hana Ballpark, Hauoli Rd. & Uakea St., Hana, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 264-1553 or visit www.tarofestival.org

Dala
2013-04-19 19:30 - 21:30 | McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, April 19:
Dala. The Toronto-based duo of Amanda Walther and Sheila Carabine who are renowned for their “Lennon and McCartney” like harmonies and original acoustic folk-pop tunes. Darlings of the Canadian music scene, Dala are now poised to bring their fresh brand of acoustic pop music to the world. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

SOJA with special guest Atmosphere
2013-04-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center Pavilion/Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, April 19:
SOJA with special guest Atmosphere. With the release of their 4th full-length album, Strength to Survive, the band makes an impassioned call for unity and change with universal songs about faith, hope and love. Soja’s music is a mix of hot-rod reggae grooves and urgent, zeitgeist-capturing themes. Atmosphere will open. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Pavilion/Amphitheater, 6:00 p.m. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

A Culinary Romp through Paradise
2013-04-19 08:00 - 15:00 | Opaeka`a Falls, Highway 580, HI, 96746, United States
Friday, April 19:
A Culinary Romp through Paradise. Local food experts offer an authentic taste of Kaua`i by guiding you on a farm to fork culinary experience. Learn about and sample exotic local fruit while taking a leisurely tour of a 26-acre exotic fruit farm. Meet the executive chef of the Kaua`i Marriott Resort and enjoy a cooking demonstration and gourmet, four-course lunch made with Kaua`i-grown ingredients. The tour ends with a presentation of locally made rum at The Feral Pig. Located at Opaeka`a Falls, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., $130. For information call (808) 635-0257.

Fifth Annual Maui Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival
2013-04-19 | Ka`anapali Beach Hotel, 2525 Ka`anapali Pkwy., Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Friday, April 19:
Fifth Annual Maui Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival. Featuring masters of the instrument in free performances, presentations, workshops and jam sessions. Cultural activities such as lei making, lauhala weaving, and historic tours take place throughout the weekend. Workshops include Hawaiian steel guitar playing techniques and styles, classes for ukulele, upright bass, and guitar. Ka`anapali Beach Hotel, 2525 Ka`anapali Pkwy., Lahaina. For information call (808) 283-3576 or visit www.mauisteelguitarfestival.com.

Na Makua Mother’s Gift Fair
2013-04-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium, 323 Manono Street, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Sunday, May 5:
Na Makua Mother’s Gift Fair. This free gift show is dedicated to all mother’s featuring locally made crafts and products that appeal to and make great gifts for mothers and women. The gift fair will feature live entertainment by top local entertainers. Delicious local food, refreshments and snacks and door prize drawings. Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium, 323 Manono Street, Hilo. For information call (808) 966-4647 or visit www.namakua.com.

The MayJah RayJah 2013
2013-04-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center Pavilion/Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, April 14:
The MayJah RayJah 2013. Get ready for the biggest island music concert of the year, featuring Katchafire from New Zealand, Common Kings from Hawai`i, Rebel Souljahz and more! Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Pavilion/Amphitheater, 6:30 p.m. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

2nd Annual Empty Bowl Project
2013-04-13 17:30 - 20:00 | Star Noodle, 286 Kupuohi Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761 , United States
Saturday, April 13:
2nd Annual Empty Bowl Project. Star Noodle and the Maui Organization for the Ceramic Arts (MOCA) come together for an evening of food, art and fundraising, to help support the Maui Food Bank. Ceramic Artists from around Maui create over 400 hand crafted ceramic bowls to be sold for a $25 donation at the event, and include a visit to a special “Noodle Bar” created by Award Winning Chef Sheldon Simeon of Star Noodle and Leoda’s Kitchen & Pie Shop. The bowl you choose is a keepsake to remind you of all of the “empty bowls” in the world! Star Noodle, 286 Kupuohi Street, Lahaina, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. For information call (808) 667-2998 or visit www.starnoodle.com.

Waipa Music Festival
2013-04-13 11:00 - 17:00 | Halulu Fishpond, 5-5785 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Saturday, April 13:
Waipa Music Festival. Enjoy a fun and relaxing afternoon while enjoying home grown live music, country store, and amazing food from local chefs. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for teens and free for keiki under 12. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Halulu Fishpond, Waipa Foundation, 5-5785 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei. For information call Karen Kelekoma at (808) 826-9969 or visit www.waipafoundaiton.org.

2nd Annual Big Island Aids Walk
2013-04-13 | Liliuokalani Gardens, Banyan Drive, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Saturday, April 13:
2nd Annual Big Island Aids Walk. An easy 2 mile walk around Liliuokalani Gardens. Walk registration opens at 8 a.m. and the walk starts at 9 a.m. All funds raised will go directly to provide services for nearly 300 men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS on the island of Hawai`i. Funds will also go to support education, community outreach and free confidential 20-minute HIV & Hepatitis C testing. Liliuokalani Gardens, Banyan Drive, Hilo. For information call (808) 982-8800, ext 201, or visit www.bigislandaidswalk.com.

James Taylor & His Legendary Band
2013-04-12 17:30 - 21:30 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center Pavilion/Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, April 12:
James Taylor & His Legendary Band. James Taylor’s music embodies the art of songwriting in its most personal and universal forms. He’s a master at describing specific situations in a way that resonates with people everywhere. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Pavilion/Amphitheater, 7:30 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Makuahi Cave Reserve Tours
2013-04-07 09:00 - 14:00 | Makauwahi Cave, Mahaulepu Beach Access Road, HI, 96756, United States
Sundays:
Makuahi Cave Reserve Tours. Visitors generally agree that this place is unlike any other public site they have encountered. At the center of its many attractions is Hawai`i’s largest limestone cave, the richest fossil site in the islands, and a uniquely preserved archaeological site. It’s a living museum dedicated not just to the past, but also to experiments in native species conservation. Located in Maha`ulepu. Guided tours 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 482-1059 or visit www.cavereserve.org.

The Kauai North Shore Lions Club Annual “Pancakes and Hula” Breakfast
2013-04-07 07:00 - 11:00 | Hanalei School, 5-5415 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Sunday, April 7:
The Kauai North Shore Lions Club Annual “Pancakes and Hula” Breakfast. Featuring great pancakes and all that goes with them, hula and entertainment, lucky drawings and a silent auction. Takeout will be available. Hanalei School, 5-5415 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, 7 to 11 a.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children. For more information call (808) 482-0413 or visit www.kauainorthshorelions.org.

Hawaiian Legends: Ledward Ka`apana
2013-04-07 | Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Sunday, April 7:
Hawaiian Legends: Ledward Ka`apana, Dennis Kamakahi, Nathan Aweau, Mike Ka`awa. A concert for all Hawaiian and slack-key music lovers, featuring the Hawaiian Legends – Ledward Ka`apana, Dennis Kamakahi, Mike Kaawa and Nathan Aweau. Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue. For information call (808) 245-8311.

Kapa`a Slack Key Saturdays
2013-04-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Kaua`i Village Shopping Center, 4-356 Kuhio Highway, Wailua-Anahola, HI, 96746, United States
Saturday Evenings:
Kapa`a Slack Key Saturdays. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. April 6 – Legends of Slack Key; April 13 – From Mountain to Sea; April 20 – Great Circle of Life; April 27 – Hanalei Slack Key. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). A portion of the proceeds supports Na Keiki `O ka `Aina. Located in the Children of the Land Cultural Center, Kaua`i Village (Safeway/Longs) Center, Kapa`a. 5 to 7 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2013-04-06 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. April 7 – Spirit of Slack Key; April 14 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music; April 21 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands; April 28 – Slack Key Story. 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. A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai Ohana O Hanalei. Hanalei Family Community Center. 3 to 5 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Hawaii Island Humane Society’s 17th annual Tropical Paws benefit gala
2013-04-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Four Seasons Hualalai Resort, 100 Kaupulehu Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Friday, April 5:
Hawaii Island Humane Society’s 17th annual Tropical Paws benefit gala at Four Seasons Hualalai Resort, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.Silent and live auctions, Four Seasons-style buffet dinner, Live entertainment and dancing. Tickets, $100 per person or $1500 for a reserved table of ten, available mid-February at HIHS shelters, select island retail locations, and online at www.HIHS.org. Tropical Paws supports vital programs offered by the Hawaii Island Humane Society including the Second Chance Fund and the Spay/Neuter Community Assistance Program.Visit www.HIHS.org or call 808-329-2135 X3 for more information.

Art Night in Hanapepe
2013-04-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Art Night in Hanapepe, Hanapepe Road, Kauai, 96761
Friday Evenings:
Art Night in Hanapepe. Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a wide variety of shopping, local vendors, several excellent restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classics cars, live music and entertainment. Strolling is free; art is priced as noted. For information call Ed Justus at (808) 335-6469.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2013-04-05 18:00 - 20:30 | 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. 6:00 -8:30 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 www.lahainarestoration.org.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2013-04-05 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. April 1 – Honoring Raymond Kane; April 5 – Heart of Slack Key; April 12 – Kauai’s Slack Key; April 19 – Dreams Come True, April 26 – Gifts of the Ancestors. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai Ohana O Hanalei. Hanalei Family Community Center. 4 to 6 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Annual Spring Fantasy Orchid Show
2013-04-05 13:00 - 19:00 | United Church of Christ, 4481 Kona Rd, Hanapepe, HI, 96716, United States
Friday & Saturday, April 5 & 6:
Annual Spring Fantasy Orchid Show. Free Hawaiian music concerts, art exhibits, ono food and the Garden Island Orchid Societies Orchid Show. Additional workshops for plein air painting and food demonstrations, as well as delicious local food vendors, will be available. United Church of Christ in Hanapepe. Hours are from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday and 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2013-04-05 11:00 - 13:00 | VAC Gallery, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI, 96785, 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 will vary from week to week. Held at VAC Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2013-04-05 | HI
Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Free admission. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event. April 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; April 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; April 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; April 26 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road. For more information visit www.mauifridays.com.

20th Annual Hawaii Arts, Crafts and Food Festival
2013-04-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Sangha Hall, 398 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Thursday – Saturday, April 4-6:
20th Annual Hawaii Arts, Crafts and Food Festival. Celebrate the artistic and cultural heritage of Hawai`i’s people and its environment. The Festival showcases over 100 of the finest artisans, crafters and food vendors. Sangha Hall, 398 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Hourly prizes, demonstrations and performances. For more information contact Hawaii Arts & Crafts at (808) 981-0518 or visit www.hawaiiartsandcraftsfestival.com.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2013-04-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Pavilion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Napili, 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 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”. April 3 – Nathan Aweau; April 10 – Keoki Kahumoku; April 17 – Ledward Ka`apana; April 24 – Owana Salazar. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. 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.
