Aloha Visitor Guides

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2014-01-03 17:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | HI
Friday, January 3:
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. These events are free and open to everyone! Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5-9 p.m. Downtown-Chinatown, Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2014-01-03 11:00 - 13:00 | HI
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.

Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau)
2014-01-03 10:00 - 17:00 | HI
Friday, January 3:
Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau). Enjoy a day of family, sun and fun in the courtyard of the Kaua`i Museum to celebrate the community. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 245-6931.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2014-01-03 04:00 - 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. January 3 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music Slack Key; January 10 – Legends of Slack Key; January 17 – Kaua`i’s Slack Key; January 24 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; January 31 – Circle of Life Slack Key. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). 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.

Waimea Ocean Film Festival
2014-01-02 | HI
January 2 – 10:
Waimea Ocean Film Festival. This is a two-part festival, which includes a combination of film, breakfast talks, filmmaker Q&As, receptions, art exhibits and activities to Hawai`i’s Big Island. Experience Films, presentations and speakers with a non-stop schedule of award-winning films and dynamic talks. Early risers can enjoy yoga on the beach, and breakfast talk sessions with filmmakers and special guests. The Waimea portion of the festival wraps up with the Taste of the Island event held at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on January 5th. For more information on venues, details, days, and times, call (808) 854-6095 or visit www.waimeaoceanfilm.org.

Part 1: January 2 – 5, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Fairmont, Waimea, 62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Dr., Kamuela.

Part 2: January 6 – 10, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, 100 Kaupulehu Dr., Kailua-Kona.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2014-01-01 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 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”. January 1 – Sterling Seaton CD Release Party; January 8 – Ledward Kaapana; January 15 – Dennis Kamakahi; January 22 – Waipuna; January 29 – Jeff Peterson & Nathan Aweau. 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.

Jazz Minds
2014-01-01 18:30 | HI
Every Monday through Saturday Night:
Jazz Minds. A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupus, served in an ultra comfy, hip setting. Different bands perform nightly. 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center. 6:30 to 2 a.m. nightly. For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program
2014-01-01 13:00 - 16:00 | HI
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 1 to 4 p.m. doing 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. Children age 10 to 17 are welcome when accompanied by a supervising adult for the duration. For information call (808) 877-3680, ext. 14.

Hawai`iana Live
2014-01-01 11:00 - 11:45 | Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Every Wednesday:
Hawai`iana Live. A 45-minute cultural tourism program hosted by Leilehua Yuen. It features live on stage presentations that share the history and traditions of the Hawaiian culture through storytelling, film, music, oli (chant) and hula. Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo. 11 a.m. Admission is $5, Keiki 12 & under, free. For information call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.

Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
2014-01-01 | Kaua`i Village Shopping Center, 4-356 Kuhio Highway, Wailua-Anahola, HI, 96746, United States
Daily:
Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land). Classes in Hawaiian and Polynesian Arts and Culture for Keiki & Adults. Most Keiki classes are free, adult classes request a donation to the non-profit organization. Located under the Whale Clock Tower in Kaua`i Village Shopping Center. For more information and class schedules call (808) 821-1234 or visit www.thechildrenoftheland.com.

New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Music at Poipu Beach Park
2013-12-31 16:00 - 21:45 | HI
Tuesday, December 31:
New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Music at Poipu Beach Park. Fabulous fireworks ring in the New Year at Poipu Beach, Kauai. Join the fun from 4-9:45 pm with food booths, local music, keiki activity area and more. For information call (808) 742-7444 or email jody@poipubeach.org.

Lahaina Arts Society Banyan Tree Fine Art Fair
2013-12-28 09:00 - 17:00 | Banyan Tree Park, Lahaina, 96761
Saturday & Sunday, December 28 & 29:
Lahaina Arts Society Banyan Tree Fine Art Fair. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Banyan Tree Park Lahaina, Front Street next to Pioneer Inn. For information call (808) 661-0111 or email info@lahaina-arts.com.

Wailea Village Mochi Pounding
2013-12-28 08:00 - 13:00 | Akiko’s Buddhist Bed and Breakfast, 29-2091 Old Mamalahoa Hwy., Honomu, 96783
Saturday, December 28:
Wailea Village Mochi Pounding. Celebrate making traditional rice cakes the “old-fashioned” way. Everyone takes their turn at pounding the glutinous sticky rice for good luck. Fire building starts at 6 a.m. to steam the rice. Hearty local style lunch for $5. New Years crafts & calligraphy & floral arrangements, plantation stories, Okinawan taiko drumming, Hawaiian entertainment & more. For information call (808) 963-6422 or visit www.akikosbnb.com. Akiko’s Buddhist Bed & Breakfast, 29-2091 Old Mamalahoa Hwy., Hakalau. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Hawaiian Music Series – Featuring Dane Fujiwara
2013-12-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Lawn, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, December 26:
Hawaiian Music Series – Featuring Dane Fujiwara. Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Streets, Lahaina. 6 to 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Santa Visits Hula Grill Ka`anapali
2013-12-22 16:00 - 18:00 | HI
Sunday, December 22: Santa Visits Hula Grill Ka`anapali. A photographer will not be on sight, so it’s suggested you bring your own camera. The best viewing of your child on Santa’s lap will be from inside the restaurant in the Barefoot Bar. You do not have to dine there during this event to partake in the festivities. Hula Grill, Ka`anapli, 2435 Ka`anapali Pkwy., Whalers Village, Lahaina. 4-6 p.m. For information call (808) 667-6636 or visit www.hulagrillkaanapali.com.

Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday – Celebrate!
2013-12-22 11:00 - 17:00 | HI
Sunday, December 22:
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday – Celebrate! Make a snow globe, make a Christmas ornament, enjoy live entertainment, watch a magic show with storytelling, kids (ages 1-17) can enter a drawing contest. Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania, Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www,honolulumuseum.org.

Hawai`i Pops Presents “It’s the Holiday Season!
2013-12-21 20:00 - 22:00 | HI
Saturday, December 21:
Hawai`i Pops Presents “It’s the Holiday Season!”: Dinner, Dance & Concert. Starring
Amy Hanaiali`i, the Diamond Head Theater Shooting Stars; special appearances by Jim Nabors and Emma Veary.
Hawai`i Convention Center Ballroom, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 8 p.m. For tickets and information call (808)
550-8457 or visit www.hawaiipops.com.

Waimea Lighted Christmas Parade
2013-12-21 18:15 - 21:00 | HI
Saturday, December 21:
Waimea Lighted Christmas Parade. Parade starts at 6:15 p.m. Before the parade, spend the day in Waimea. Visit parks, beaches and hiking trails; browse through Waimea’s shops, eat dinner and stay for the entertainment following the parade at Hofgaard Park, with free beverages, baked goods and treats provided by local businesses. Free. The parade begins at Waimea Canyon Park, goes down Kaumuali`i Hwy to Ala Wai Road, then turns mauka (towards the mountains) to Waimea Road, then back west to end at Hofgaard Park in the center of town. Parking is easier on the Kekaha side of town, so arrive early (by 4 p.m. is recommended). Please keep children on the sidewalks during the parade. For information call (808) 338-9117 or visit www.wkbpa.org.

Hawai`i Kai Marina Holiday Boat Parade
2013-12-21 16:30 - 20:00 | HI
Saturday, December 21:
Hawai`i Kai Marina Holiday Boat Parade. Find a great spot at Hawai`i Kai Towne Center,
6600 Kalanianaole Hwy., Honolulu, to watch the boat parade lighted up as it makes its way around the marina!
Starting at dusk. Concert entertainment begins at 4:30 p.m., “Festival of Lights” Holiday Boat Parade starts at 6:10
p.m. For information call (808) 396-2469 or visit www.hawaiikaitownecenter.com.

Hula Arts at Kilauea
2013-12-21 09:30 - 13:30 | HI
Saturday, December 21:
Hula Arts at Kilauea. This VAC program features Halau Ha`a Kea `O Kinohi under the direction of kumu hula Paul Neves. This inspired outdoor presentation takes place rain or shine at the hula platform located near VAC Gallery in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 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.

Hawai`i State Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”
2013-12-20 19:00 - 22:00, 2013-12-15 16:30 - 18:30, 2013-12-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2013-12-14 19:00 - 21:30 | HI
December 14 – 22:
Hawai`i State Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”. The Hawai`i State Ballet Junior Company, directed by
John Landovsky, proudly presents its 27th annual production of this perennial Christmas favorite about a young
girl’s journey through a dream world of toy soldiers, scurrying mice, and dancing sweet sugar plums. Mamiya
Theatre, 3142 Waialae Ave., St. Louis High School, Chaminade Campus, Honolulu. Showtimes are Friday,
December 20, 7 p.m.; Saturdays, December 14 & 21 at 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sundays, December 15 & 22, 1
p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.honoluluboxoffice.com. For information call (808)
947-2755 or visit www.hawaiistateballet.com.

Ballet Hawai`i Presents – The Nutcracker
2013-12-20 | HI
Friday – Sunday, December 20 – 22:
Ballet Hawai`i Presents – The Nutcracker. This classic Christmas ballet needs
no introduction. Performance is at the Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, featuring principal dancers
from New York City Ballet, Broadway star John Selva, Australian Ballet’s Steven Heathcote & the Hawai`i
Symphony Orchestra. For tickets and information call (800) 745-3000 or visit www.ballethawaii.org.

A Taste of Old Kauai
2013-12-20 | Waipa Ahupua`a, 5-5785A Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Friday, December 20:
A Taste of Old Kauai. Guests are saturated in timeless beauty at the Waipa Ahupua`a, one of 67 watersheds homesteaded by the first Polynesians. A one-of-a-kind experience for those who wish to explore traditional agriculture and food of Hawai`i. Lunch included. Reservations are required three days before event. $115. 5-5785A Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei. For information and reservations call (808) 635-0257 or email info@tastingkauai.com.

Kahilu Theatre Presents Amy Hanaiali`i Christmas Concert
2013-12-19 19:00 - 21:00 | HI
Thursday, December 19:
Kahilu Theatre Presents Amy Hanaiali`i Christmas Concert. Enjoy an evening of music and hula at Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela, 7 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.

2013-12-18 | HI
Thursday, December 18:
Music of Hawai`i Concert Series – Mike Love & Paula Fuga. Honolulu Museum of Art’s
Doris Duke Theatre, 901 Kinau St., between Ward Avenue and Victoria Street (at rear of museum). For tickets and
information call (808) 532-8701 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2013-12-15 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, December 15:
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll. Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway from 1 to 6 p.m. 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.

The Orchestra of the Hawaiian Islands
2013-12-14 18:00 - 21:00 | HI
Saturday, December 14:
The Orchestra of the Hawaiian Islands performs its much anticipated Honolulu debut concert at 6PM, at the Calvary by the Sea Church, 5339 Kalanianaole Highway. The “Holiday Pops Concert” will include Christmas music of Leroy Anderson and Hanukkah selections by Ilya Levinson. It will be led by Resident Conductor Philip Simmons, along with special guest Howard Dicus. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door, with children admitted free. They are available online at www.americanmusicfestivals.com, or at the Church Office during business hours Monday through Friday. For more information, visit www.americanmusicfestivals.com or please call 808-315-0885.
