Aloha Visitor Guides

Koloa Plantation Days
2014-07-18 08:00 - 2014-07-19 17:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Poipu Beach Park, Koloa, HI, 96756, United States
July 18 – 27:
Koloa Plantation Days. Learn about Koloa’s multicultural history, experience a diverse range of local foods, culture and activities, explore the area’s unique ecology and archaeology, and enjoy the warm hospitality of the south shore’s resorts, golf courses, and other neighborhood venues. Poipu Beach Park, Ho`one Rd., Koloa, and various other locations throughout Kauai. For information on venues and schedule of events call (808) 652-3217 or visit www.koloaplantationdays.com.

Aviation Adventure for Girls
2014-07-15 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Tuesday – Thursday, July 15 – 17:
Aviation Adventure for Girls. Explore the history of aviation in Hawai`i and the science, technology, engineering, and math principles of flight. Overnight accommodations provided onboard USS Missouri. This program is open to everyone who has completed the basic Flight School program or is at least 13 years of age. $300 for the 3-day/2-night program. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Hawai`i Children's Theatre Presents The Wizard of Oz
2014-07-13 16:00 - 18:00, 2014-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 | KCC Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Friday – Sunday, July 11-13:
Hawai`i Children’s Theatre is proud to present The Wizard of Oz, YPE a production of its Summer Stars performing arts education program. Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 4 p.m. KCC Performing Arts Center,3-1901 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue. For tickets and information call 808-246-8985 or visit www.hawaiichildrenstheatre.com.

BikeWorks, Team Kona, will participate in the Hilo Triathlon
2014-07-13 07:00 - 17:00 | James Kealoha Beach Park, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Sunday July 13:
BikeWorks, Team Kona, will participate in the Hilo Triathlon at 7:00 a.m. Sunday, July 13, at James Kealoha Beach Park in Hilo, Hawaii. Join with the team and participate in the Olympic distance race which includes a 1.5 km swim, a 40 km bike, ride and a10 km run. Visit www.hilotriathlon.org for more info!

2nd Annual Maui Craft Session
2014-07-12 18:30 - 21:00 | Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605 Ka`anapali Parkway, Ka`anapali, HI, 96761, United States
Saturday, July 12:
2nd Annual Maui Craft Session. A celebration of the craft industries of spirits, beer and cigars, this annual event takes place on Sheraton Maui’s Ocean Lawn. Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605 Ka`anapali Parkway, Ka`anapali. 6:30 – 9 p.m.For more information call (808) 661-0031 or visit www.sheraton-maui.com.

Na Hoku Hou - Award Winners Concert
2014-07-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center Yokouchi Pavilion, 1 Cameron Way, Wailuku, HI, 96732, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Na Hoku Hou – Award Winners Concert. This annual concert features winners from the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, announced by the Hawai`i Association of Recording Arts at the end of May. Enjoy the best contemporary music of Hawai`i with current and previous years’ talented Nā Hōkū award-winners in a gorgeous setting under the glowing glass roof of the pavilion. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Yokouchi Pavilion, 1 Cameron Way, Wailuku. 6 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Ke Ala `O Ka Hua Mele – Ukulele and Ki Hoalu: Influences from other Cultures
2014-07-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S King St., Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Ke Ala `O Ka Hua Mele – Ukulele and Ki Hoalu: Influences from other Cultures. Learn about the influence of the guitar and ukulele on Hawaiian music. A free talk story panel will be held 5 – 6 p.m. Performance will be 6:30 – 8 p.m. Tickets are $125 for the season (five concerts), or individually for $30 in advance or $35 at the door. Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S King St., Honolulu. For tickets and information call (808) 447-3926 or visit www.missionhouses.org.

Moonlight Mele
2014-07-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Bailey House Museum, 2375A Main St, Wailuku, HI, 96739, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Moonlight Mele. The Maui Historical Society is proud to present Moonlight Mele with performances by George Kahumoku and Friends. Featuring a variety of activities and craft vendors. Bailey House Museum, 2375-A Main Street, Wailuku. 5 p.m. For information and tickets call Mele at (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Hula Kahiko Informance: Kumu Hula Sammye Ku`ualoha Young with Halau Na Lei Hiwahiwa `O Ku`ualoha
2014-07-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Volcano Art Center, Crater Rim Drive, Volcano National Park, HI, 96785, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Hula Kahiko Informance: Kumu Hula Sammye Ku`ualoha Young with Halau Na Lei Hiwahiwa `O Ku`ualoha. 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 an area known as Ka`auea. A short question and answer session is held immediately following the informance. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. The event is free, park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Korean Festival
2014-07-12 10:00 - 21:00 | Magic Island, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Korean Festival. The Korean Festival presents a unique, authentic taste of Korean culture through food, dance, art, music, and entertainment. Magic Island – Ala Moana Beach Park, 1365 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information call (808) 943-8068 or visit www.koreanfestivalhi.com/en/.

Cultural Festival
2014-07-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, mile marker 70 and 71 on Hwy 11, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Cultural Festival. This free festival includes hula, music, demonstrations, delicious food, and Hawaiian crafts. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, Kahuku Unit in Kau, between mile marker 70 and 71 on Hwy 11. For information call (808) 985-6011 or visit www.fhvnp.org.

Hawai`i Children's Theatre Summer Stars Gala Showcase and Fundraiser
2014-07-10 17:30 - 21:30 | KCC Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Thursday, July 10:
Hawai`i Children’s Theatre will have its Summer Stars Gala Showcase and Fundraiser Thursday, July 10 at 5:30 at the KCC Performing Arts Center. Food, Silent Auction and performances by the talented Keiki of Summer Stars morning program. For tickets and information call 808-246-8985 or visit www.hawaiichildrenstheatre.com.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2014-07-07 09:30 - 12:30 | West Kaua`i Tech & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, HI, 96796, United States
Every Monday:
Historic Waimea Walking Tour. Take a 3 hour walk back through time in the place where Captain Cook first landed in Waimea. Learn about the last King of Kaua`i, the missionaries, and other famous citizens of Waimea and the landmarks they left behind. West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea. 9:30 a.m. Registration required no later than Noon the Friday before that Monday to schedule your tour. For reservations and information call (808) 338-1332 or visit www.wkpba.org/visitorcenter.html.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2014-07-06 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. July 6 – Honoring Raymond Kane; July 13 – Poina `Ole – Never to be Forgotten; July 20 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; July 27 – Legends of Slack Key. 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.

50th State Fair
2014-07-06 12:00 - 23:00, 2014-07-05 16:00 - 23:00, 2014-07-04 18:00 - 23:00 | HI
Friday – Sunday, July 4 – 6:
50th State Fair. Join E.K. Fernadez for this year’s fair. Look for the all new Grizzly Experience, Sea Lion Splash, The Dark Knights Jousting Tournament, Circus, entertainment in the dining tent and more. Aloha Stadium, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd., Honolulu. Friday 6 to 11 p.m., Saturday 4 to 11 p.m., Sunday Noon to 11 p.m.

A Taste of Kilohana
2014-07-05 09:30 - 13:00 | HI
Saturday, July 5:
A Taste of Kilohana. An exclusive, guided food tour that offers a seasonal taste of Kilohana Plantation. Ride an open-air plantation-style train, feed wild boar, goats and chickens and stroll through the orchard with an expert in local agriculture. Pick, eat, and learn how to select and prepare exotic tropical fruit. Tour the historic Manor House. Finally, enjoy a three-course, locally sourced meal in the Private Dining Room of the historic Wilcox Mansion. $115. Kilohana Plantation, Lihue. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For reservations and information call (808) 685-0257.

Kaua`i Kau Wela Summer Festival
2014-07-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Kukui Grove Mall Center Stage, 3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Saturday & Sunday, July 5 & 6:
Kaua`i Kau Wela Summer Festival. The event begins Saturday at 10 a.m. at Kukui Grove Mall, Center Stage, 3-2600 Kaumuali`i Hwy, Lihue, featuring Hula and Tahitian dance competitions, Live Tahitian drummers, entertainment, and Polynesian Crafts and displays. Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the ukulele competition will be held at Kamokila Hawaiian Village, 580 Kuamo`o Rd, Kapa`a. Gates open 9-5 p.m. $10 adults, $5 children 3-12 years old. At 11:30 a.m., Wa`a kaulua, double canoe, navigates down Wailua River with Punohu (the warrior), Ilima (the Chanter), and Na Kane (the men) paddle toward the 17th century rock foundation. For information call (808) 822-5959.

Makawao Town Independence Day Paniolo Parade
2014-07-05 08:45 - 13:00 | HI
Saturday, July 5:
Makawao Town Independence Day Paniolo Parade. This year’s theme is “Celebrate the Paniolo”. Stick Horses Race at 8:45 a.m., Parade begins at 9:00 a.m. Experience this colorful Hawaiian style wild west parade, complete with rodeo royalty, beauty queens, foliage draped pa’u riders, classic cars, decked-out cowboys & cowgirls, music & floats. No parking in town. Roads will be closed. Park at the Oski Rice Arena Rodeo Grounds on Olinda Road and take the free shuttle 7 – 9 a.m., and back at 11:30 a.m. For information call (808) 572-9565.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2014-07-04 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. July 4 – Wailuku, on Market Street; July 11 – Lahaina, on Front Street; July 18 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; July 25 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center. For more information visit www.MauiFridays.com.

Kauai Hospice Concert in the Sky
2014-07-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Vidinha Stadium Soccer Field, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Friday, July 4:
Kauai Hospice Concert in the Sky. Enjoy a local style Independence Day celebration with Hawaiian entertainment by local musicians and halau dancers, culminating with one of the largest aerial fireworks events on Kauai on the 4th of July. Visitors will get to celebrate our national holiday with the local cultural experiences of music and dance. Vidinha Stadium Soccer Field, located at Halau Street and Ka`ana Streets in Lihue, 6 p.m. For information call (808) 652-4988.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2014-07-04 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.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2014-07-04 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.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2014-07-04 17:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, July 4:
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Events are free and open to everyone. 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.

Fourth of July Fireworks and Concert in the Park
2014-07-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Lahaina Library Lawn, Front Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Friday, July 4:
Fourth of July Fireworks and Concert in the Park. Stroll historic Lahaina and enjoy holiday specials in many ocean view restaurants and town shops. For an old-fashioned Independence Day celebration, listen to a variety of bands play in a free concert on the oceanfront Lahaina Library Lawn, Front Street, starting at 5 p.m. A fireworks display lighting the night sky over Lahaina is scheduled for 8 p.m. along Front Street.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2014-07-04 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. July 4 – For the Birds; July 11 – Sea Turtle Serenade; July 18 – `Ohana Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele Concert; July 25 – Heart of Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele. 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.

Rubber Duckie Event Kings’ Shops
2014-07-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Kings’ Shops, 69-250 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI, 96738, United States
Friday, July 4:
Rubber Duckie Event Kings’ Shops. This event raises funds for the United Cerebral Palsy Association (UCPA) of Hawai`i. The adopted rubber duckies are tagged and placed into a giant starting cage. At exactly 3 p.m. thousands of rubber duckies are released and make their way across Kings’ Lake. The first 50 duckies to cross the finish line win one of prizes totaling over $25,000 in all. Kings’ Shops, 69-250 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa. For information and adoption certificates visit www.KingsShops.com or call (808) 886-8811.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2014-07-04 11:00 - 13:00 | VAC Gallery Porch, 1 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. 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.
