Aloha Visitor Guides

Daryl Hall & John Oates in Concert
2015-10-24 19:00 - 22:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Saturday, October 24:
Daryl Hall & John Oates in Concert. Daryl Hall & John Oates continue to expand their cultural influence with performances on American Idol and The Voice as the long list of their artistic fan base grows. As one of the most sampled artists today their impact on the contemporary musical landscape is undeniable. Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. Doors open 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. For tickets and information call Ticketmaster at (877) 750-4400 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.

Festival of Stars and Flavors of Waimea: Na Mele o Kaumuali`i
2015-10-24 12:00 - 17:00 | Waimea Town, Waimea Canyon Dr, Waimea, HI, 96752, United States
Saturday, October 24:
Festival of Stars and Flavors of Waimea: Na Mele o Kaumuali`i. A musical event showcasing original compositions about significant events and places in honor of Kaua`i’s beloved King Kaumuali`i, the last king of Kaua`i. Festivities will begin with the sound of the conch shell, with melodious sounds of chants and songs by musicians and hula dancers. Arrive early to enjoy the Flavors of Waimea and see what treasurers the merchants and local craftsmen, including Ni`ihau shell jewelry, have to offer. Take a self guided walking tour using the story boards along Kaumuali`i Highway. Waimea Town. Noon to 5 p.m. Free Admission. For more information call (808) 338-1332.

Hilo Wayfinding and Navigation Festival
2015-10-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 Imiloa Place, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Saturday, October 24:
Hilo Wayfinding and Navigation Festival. Celebrate the achievements of stewards of local heritage and culture, featuring hands-on activities, including wayfinding and navigation skill education, games, canoe exhibits, a planetarium program and speaker presentations. The festival is free and open to the public. Fees will be charged for entry to the Imiloa exhibit hall and daily planetarium shows. Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 Imiloa Pl., Hilo. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 969-9703 or visit www.imiloahawaii.org.

Founder’s Day Celebration
2015-10-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Kona Historical Society Coffee Living History Farm, 82-6199 Mamalahoa Hwy , Captain Cook, HI, United States
Saturday, October 24:
Founder’s Day Celebration. Enjoy the cultural celebration that surrounds the only living history coffee farm in the nation. Experience coffee tastings, traditional food, music, local produce, and tours of the historic 1920s farm and farmhouse. Kona Historical Society Coffee Living History Farm, 82-6199 Mamalahoa Hwy, Captain Cook. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 323-3222 or visit www.konahistorical.org.

Hawai`i Theatre Center Presents “The Rough Riders”
2015-10-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Hawai`i Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Friday, October 23:
Hawai`i Theatre Center Presents “The Rough Riders”. Hawai`i Music icons and award-winning artists Henry Kapono, John Cruz and Brother Noland, “The Rough Riders”, wrap up their 2015 “We Ride” Tour at Hawai`i Theatre, bringing to the stage the well-honed craft and power of three inspiring songwriters, with three distinctive voices and the perfect blending of guitars. From their vast catalog of original hits to some of Hawai`i’s treasured classics to their new sound and provocative collaborations, “The Rough Riders” offer an intoxicating experience of music and legacy. Hawai`i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., Honolulu. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $37. For tickets and information call (808) 528-0506 or visit www.hawaiitheatre.com.

Kaua`i Chocolate & Coffee Festival
2015-10-23 | Historic Hanapepe, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, October 23 & 24:
Kaua`i Chocolate & Coffee Festival. Enjoy all things chocolate & coffee with lots of sampling, workshops, demos, entertainment and exhibition booths, showcasing the products and talents of local farmers, chefs, roasters, chocolatiers and manufacturers. Follow them on FB at KauaiChocolateandCoffeeFestival and Instagram at HistoricHanapepe for all the details. Festival will be celebrated in historic Hanapepe. For information call (808) 223-6040 or visit www.kauaichocolateandcoffeefestival.com.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2015-10-18 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, October 18:
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.

Taste of Hilo
2015-10-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Sangha Hall, 398 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Sunday, October 18:
Taste of Hilo. Featuring more than 35 restaurants, chefs, dessert patisseries, and beverage distributors. Sangha Hall, 424 Kilauea Ave., Hilo. 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets are $50 presale and $65 at the door, subject to availability. For tickets, call (808) 934-0177 or email jccih@jccih.org. For more information call (808) 987-8328 or visit www.jccih.org.

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Westside Style”
2015-10-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Hoalauna Park, 91-1330 Keaunui Dr., Ewa Beach, HI, United States
Sunday, October 18:
Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Westside Style”. Event features up to 15 artists in the Hawaiian slack key guitar genre for a six hour long concert. Event also features island crafters, food vendors, a guitar and ukulele exhibit, free giveaways throughout the entire event and at the end of the day a brand new Taylor Guitar will be given away to some lucky festival attendee. Hoalauna Park, 91-1330 Keaunui Dr., Ewa Beach. Noon to 5 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 226-2697.

Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum
2015-10-18 11:00 - 17:00 | Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Sunday, October 18:
Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum. The theme for October is “Who Goes There?” Kids are encouraged to dress up in costume for this pre-Halloween event. Make a funky, funny, or frightening mask using colorful paint and cool stuff to stick on it, then create a mini Jack-o’-lantern out of air-dry clay. Honolulu Museum of Art, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 Beretania St., Honolulu. For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Aloha Aina Cultural Festival
2015-10-17 17:00 - 22:00 | Unnamed Venue, Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States
Saturday, October 17:
Aloha Aina Cultural Festival. Featuring local island favorites from the best ‘ono grindz’ the island has to offer to a variety of local arts and crafts vendors. Bring the keiki for family fun. Enjoy hula lessons, face painting, carnival games, and your chance to win exciting prizes from prestigious companies throughout the island. Bring your yoga mats for some free fitness fun from local studios. Local DJs will be spinning some of the best island music. Kalakaua Ave. from Lewers St. to Kealohilani Ave., Honolulu. 5 to 10 p.m. For more information call (808) 531-5050 or visit www.millwoodohanaproductions.com.

Princess Ka`iulani Keiki Festival
2015-10-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Storybook Theatre, 3815 Hanapepe Rd., Hanapepe, HI, United States
Saturday, October 17:
Princess Ka`iulani Keiki Festival. This family friendly event includes live entertainment, hula, children’s activities, cultural activities, a children’s art exhibit, children’s performances, taiko drumming, a royal procession and parade, and children’s story time. The festival culminates with the Princess’ Birthday Party in Sparky’s Garden at Storybook Theatre. Storybook Theatre, 3815 Hanapepe Rd., Hanapepe. Noon to 4 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 335-0712 or visit www.storybook.org.

Hula Kahiko Performance
2015-10-17 09:30 - 13:30 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, October 17:
Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond have been invited to perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. The event is free, park fees apply. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko performances, enjoy a display of “Na Mea Hula” (all things hula). Visitors share in a variety of instruments, implements and lei styles that play an integral role in the life of the hula practitioner. This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family friendly. Lanai of the Volcano Art Gallery. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Kaneohe Bay Air Show
2015-10-17 09:00 - 18:00 | Marine Corps Base Hawai`i, H3 Front Gate, Kaneohe bay, HI, 96863, United States
Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18:
Kaneohe Bay Air Show. In the sky and on the ground, there will be plenty to see at the 2015 Kaneohe Bay Air Show featuring the US Navy Blue Angels. See the famous “Wall of Fire” demonstration by MAGTF. Free and open to the public, with gates open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Premium box seats, grandstands and covered chalet seating are available for purchase at www.kaneohebayairshow.com. Marine Corps Base Hawai`i, Kaneohe Bay, B Street, MCBH Kaneohe Bay. For more information call (808) 254-7679.

Carden Academy of Maui Annual Fall Festival
2015-10-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Carden Academy of Maui, 55A Makaena Place, Makawao, HI, United States
Saturday, October 17:
Carden Academy of Maui Annual Fall Festival. Enjoy a fun-filled day at this annual fundraiser. Enjoy a book fair, live entertainment, arts and crafts, carnival games, delicious food, and so much more. Carden Academy of Maui, 55A Makaena Place, Makawao. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information call (808) 573-6651 or visit www.cardenmaui.org.

Kokua for Kids: Little Chef, Big Chef
2015-10-16 17:30 - 21:30 | Grand Wailea, 3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, HI, 96753, United States
Friday, October 16:
Kokua for Kids: Little Chef, Big Chef. Celebrating the farm-to-table movement, this fundraising event will feature some of Maui’s top chefs, working with Boys & Girls Club Maui members, using local ingredients in an exciting culinary team competition. Cocktail hour features a host bar from 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by live entertainment and a dinner prepared by the Grand Wailea’s team of experts. The night will also include a top-notch catalog of items for a live and silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui. Grand Wailea Waldorf Astoria Resort, 3850 Wailea Alanui Dr., Kihei. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-4363 ext. 222, or visit www.BGCMaui.org.

Lahaina Plantation Days
2015-10-16 17:00 - 22:30 | Old Pioneer Mill Co., 277 Lahainaluna Rd., Lahaina, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, October 16 & 17:
Lahaina Plantation Days. Celebrate West Maui’s plantation roots with entertainment by Hawai`i’s popular musicians and performers, food booths by Maui’s favorite restaurants, multi-cultural demonstrations and food samplings, a beer and wine garden, a MauiGrown Coffee tent, a plantation art gallery featuring works by well known local artists, keiki game zone, and farmers’ market. Old Pioneer Mill Co. smokestack site next to 277 Lahainaluna Rd., Lahaina. 5 to 10:30 p.m. both days. Admission is $5, Children 5 and younger are free. For more information call (808) 661-3262 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Postmodern Jukebox
2015-10-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Thursday, October 15:
Postmodern Jukebox. A rotating group of musicians producing covers of pop songs in the styles of jazz, ragtime, and swing, their weekly YouTube videos receive over 200 million views and their constant tours attract a fantastic following worldwide. With their hugely talented guest singers they are sure to wow you and have you dancing in your seats. 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.

A Kaua`i Food Tour on the South Shore
2015-10-14 13:15 - 17:00 | Unnamed Venue, Poipu, HI, United States
Wednesday, October 14:
A Kaua`i Food Tour on the South Shore. Follow a culinary guide in the comfort of your own car and sample the sights, flavors and history of Kaua`i’s sunny South Shore. Experience Japanese food, street tacos, and tropical gelato, learn about Hawaiian staple foods, meet farmers and food artisans, and more. The tour concludes with a cooking demonstration at The Shops at Kukuiula, a South Shore culinary destination. Afterwards, enjoy “pau hana” with live Hawaiian music, and outdoor beer and wine gardens. 1:15 to 5 p.m. For reservations, information and meeting location in Poipu, call (888) 431-6660 or visit www.tastingkauai.com.

10th Annual Ukulele Festival
2015-10-11 13:00 - 18:00 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center A&B Amphiteater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, United States
Sunday, October 11:
10th Annual Ukulele Festival. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon on the lawn as acclaimed `ukulele musicians fill the air with island music. Fine `ukulele will be featured as door prizes. Also enjoy displays of made-in-Hawai`i arts and crafts, and `ono-licious island foods available for purchase. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphiteater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 1 to 6 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Hawai`i Island Ukulele Retreat
2015-10-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Kohala Village Inn, 55-514 Hawi Rd., Hawi, HI, United States
October 11 – 17:
Hawai`i Island Ukulele Retreat. Featuring week-long classes in ukulele (for players of all skill levels), hula, lap steel guitar, bass, and ukulele bass, in addition to one and two-day workshops on various ukulele skills, including finger picking, jazz, and the blues. Attendees will have an opportunity to build their own cigar box ukulele, under the watchful eye of Dennis Lake of Po Mahina. Lots to do for spouses, as well. Kohala Village Inn, 55-514 Hawi Rd., Hawi. For more information call (808) 889-0404 or visit www.HawaiiIslandUkuleleRetreat.com.

Eo e Emalani I Alakai Festival
2015-10-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Koke`e State Park, Waimea, HI, 96796, United States
Saturday, October 10:
Eo e Emalani I Alakai Festival. Kaua`i’s mountain forest echo with the sounds of Hawaiian music and traditional chants at this free annual festival, mist or shine. Step back in time, when a traditional royal procession arrives at noon (festivities begin at 10 a.m.) Queen Emma and her entourage enter the lovely Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow on horseback, accompanied by hula halau performing chants and dances as gifts for the Queen. Enjoy exhibits, craft demonstrations, and snack sales. Koke`e State Park, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 335-9975 or visit www.kokee.org.

Island Arts Festival
2015-10-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Saturdays & Sundays, October 10 – 22:
Island Arts Festival. 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, lauhala products. Enjoy live entertainment as well as great food. Kapiolani Park Bandstand, across from the Honolulu Zoo, 2805 Monsarrat, Honolulu. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free admission. For more information call (808) 696-6717.

Ironman World Championship
2015-10-10 | Unnamed Venue, HI, United States
Saturday, October 10:
Ironman World Championship. Considered one of the most grueling one-day sporting events in the world, triathletes from around the world swim through the waters surrounding Kailua Pier, bike through Kona roads to the Kohala Coast and back, and run a marathon course that ends at Ali`i Drive with thousands of cheering spectators at the finish line. For information, visit www.ironman.com.

Mealani’s Taste of the Hawaiian Range
2015-10-09 13:30 - 20:00 | Waikoloa Village, 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI, United States
Friday, October 9:
Mealani’s Taste of the Hawaiian Range. Enjoy dishes by 35 chefs using pasture-raised beef, pork, lamb, goat, mutton, plus fresh veggies and fruits, 6 to 8 p.m. Culinary adventure seekers can taste all the cuts of pasture-raised beef; everything from tongue to tail. Browse food product and educational ag booths and displays. Ticket cost is $45 presale, $60 at the door. Chef Roy Yamaguchi leads Cooking 101 class 3 p.m., $10. Peter Merriman presents culinary seminar 1:30 p.m., free. Waikoloa Village, 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa. 1:30 to 8 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 969-8228 or visit www.TasteoftheHawaiianRange.com.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2015-10-07 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 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”. October 7 – Nathan Aweau; October 14 – Led Kaapana, George Kahumoku Jr., Richard Ho`opi`i; October 21 – Mark Yamanaka; October 28 – Jeff Peterson. 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
2015-10-07 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”.

Explorers Club
2015-10-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Tuesday – Thursday, October 6 – 8:
Explorers Club. A 3-day STEM experience for 3rd through 5th graders. Students explore topics in science, technology, engineering and math plus flight simulation programs. Participation is $175 ($155 Museum Members) and includes all program materials, meals, snacks, and T-shirt. To register, call 808-445-9137. Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 441-1005 or visit www.PacificAviationMuseum.org.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport - Queens Marketplace
2015-10-06 08:30 - 12:30 | BikeWorks Beach & Sport, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI, 96738, United States
Every Tuesday Morning:
BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30 a.m. Come to BikeWorks Beach Sport at the Queens Marketplace. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all their activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under the Lineup tab, or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com. You may also call (808) 886-5000 or visit emilygailtalkstory on Facebook or via iTunes and a free podcast.

A Kaua`i Food Tour on the North Shore
2015-10-06 | Unnamed Venue, Princeville, HI, United States
Tuesday, October 6:
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 six stops, and ending at a farmers market. Experience out-of-the way establishments, taste products made with exotic fruit, sample Hawaiian food, learn about Tiki cocktail culture, meet farmers and food artisans, and more. For reservations, information and meeting location in Princeville, call (888) 431-6660 or visit www.tastingkauai.com.
