Aloha Visitor Guides

Solo Competitions & Group Competitions
2014-09-12 18:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday & Saturday, September 12 & 13:
Solo Competitions & Group Competitions, respectively. Featuring award-winning hālau from Hawai’i and the Mainland, performing in solo and group performances. The dancers compete in kahiko (traditional hula) and ‘auana (modern-day hula stylings) in both male and female categories, judged by renowned kumu hula. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. Friday, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 1 to 6 p.m. For information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Chinese Moon Festival
2014-09-12 10:00 - 20:00 | Wo Hing Museum, 858 Front Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Friday & Saturday, September 12 & 13:
Chinese Moon Festival. Get a taste of a traditional Chinese Moon Festivalduring the first full moon of harvest season. Enjoy ethnic foods and cooking demos, a Chinese ribbon dance with live music played on traditional instruments, cultural arts demonstrations and children’s crafts. Wo Hing Museum, 858 Front Street, Lahaina. Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free admission. Activities begin at 1 p.m. For information visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Hawaiicon
2014-09-12 | Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, 62-100 Kaunaoa Dr., Kohala Coast, HI, 96743, United States
Friday – Monday, September 12 – 15:
Hawaiicon. In addition to the usual panels and workshops in the convention rooms, take a tour, share a luau, take a hula lesson, or go to the beach with your favorite stars. The list of celebrities is unprecedented for a first year convention: Well known stars from Stargate, Atlantis, Babylon 5, Battlestar Galactica, Game of Thrones, and many more. Panelists and workshop experts include world renown Mars mission scientist Bobak Ferdowski, Hawaiian cultural experts, cosplay designers, robotics teams, astronomers, and aerospace experts. Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, 62-100 Kaunaoa Dr., Kohala Coast. For information and event schedule call (808) 960-7619 or visit www.hawaiicon.com.

Ku Mai Ka Hula
2014-09-11 19:30 - 21:30 | McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Thursday, September 11:
Ku Mai Ka Hula. Film & talk story to kick off the Ku Mai Ka Hula weekend: “Celebrating Maui & Hula through Rare Movies & Images”. A celebration of hula, featuring rare or never-before seen footage from the Society Archives of Maui’s hula and musical greats, and the legendary Kumu Hula ‘Iolani Luahine. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information, call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Hawai`i Island Festival – Kupuna Hula Festival
2014-09-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa, 78-128 Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Thursday, September 11:
Hawai`i Island Festival – Kupuna Hula Festival. A celebration to honor and perpetuate the art of Hula through our most treasured resource, Na Kupuna (The Elders). The Royal Court will make its appearance on Thursday at 5:00 p.m. Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa, 78-128 Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona. For information and schedule call (808) 640-5897 or visit www.hawaiiislandfestival.org.

Mayor’s Remembrance Walk
2014-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Honolulu Hale, 550 S. King St., Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Sunday, September 7:
Mayor’s Remembrance Walk. The annual Mayor’s Remembrance Walk in observance of the September 11th terrorist attacks is planned. A procession and ceremonies at various stops are scheduled to recognize police, fire and emergency personnel and agencies. Honolulu Hale, 530 S. King St., Honolulu. 5 p.m. For information call (808) 768-6666 or visit www.honolulu.gov.

Belly Dance Workshops
2014-09-07 | Golden Lotus Studio, 4-941A Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, HI, 96746, United States
Saturday & Sunday, September 6 & 7:
Belly Dance Workshops. Two days of fabulous belly dance workshops with Khalida and Kalae Kaina.Workshops will be held on Saturday at “The Yoga House” in Kapa`a, and Sunday at “Golden Lotus Studio” in Kapa`a. These workshops will incorporate the following: On Saturday, “Beautiful Beats” with Khalida and “Indian Fusion” with Kalae. On Sunday, “Transitions & Traveling Steps” with Khalida and “Fabulous Fanveils” with Khalida. For complete information about the workshops and registration, call (808) 639-9980 or visit www.gardennilebellydancers.com/KauaiRaqs2014.

Revive the Live Music Festival
2014-09-06 16:00 - 18:30 | Waikiki Shell, 2805 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Saturday, September 6:
Revive the Live Music Festival. The Revive the Live Music Festival’s focus is to celebrate and perpetuate the revival of Live Island Reggae Music in Hawai`i. The one night festival will feature the top artists out of Hawai`i and New Zealand. Featuring five of Hawai`i’s most talented and sought after band including Fiji, Kolohe Kai, Maoli, Ekolu & Ooklah the Moc. Closing the night will be one of the top bands out of New Zealand, Katchafire! Waikiki Shell 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. Doors open at 4 p.m., Music at 4:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Blaisdell Box Office or Walmart. For tickets and information call (808) 768-5252 or visit 222.HiFinest.com.

Aloha Festivals: 2014 Royal Court Investiture & Opening Ceremony
2014-09-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Royal Hawaiian Center, 2201 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Saturday, September 6:
Aloha Festivals: 2014 Royal Court Investiture & Opening Ceremony. A celebration of Hawai`i’s music, dance and history intended to preserve the unique island traditions. The king, queen, prince and princess take their place in the royal court. The Ali`i court members will receive the royal cloak, helmet, head feather lei and other symbols of their reign. Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove, 2201 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 11 a.m. For information call (808) 483-0730 or visit www.alohafestivals.com.

Hawai`i Island Festival – Queen Liliuokalani Festival
2014-09-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Queen Liliuokalani Gardens, 49 Banyan Dr., Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Saturday, September 6:
Hawai`i Island Festival – Queen Liliuokalani Festival. Celebrate the birthday of Queen Liliuokalani, the last reigning monarch of Hawai`i. The festival is held in the Queen Liliuokalani Gardens, 49 Banyan Dr., Hilo. There will be hula halau performing throughout the day. The Royal Court will make an appearance Saturday morning at 10 a.m. For information call (808) 640-5897 or visit www.hawaiiislandfestival.org.

Friends of the North Shore Library at Princeville: Quarterly Used Book Sale
2014-09-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Princeville Public Library, 4343 Emmalani Drive, Princeville, HI, 96722, United States
Saturday, September 6:
Friends of the North Shore Library at Princeville: Quarterly Used Book Sale. Over 10,000 books, DVDs, CDs and jigsaw puzzles. Children may select one free book, and after 2 p.m. everything is half price. Princeville Public Library, 4343 Emmalani Drive, Princeville. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact the Library at 826-4310 or visit www.PrincevilleLibrary.com.

A Taste of Kilohana
2014-09-06 09:30 - 13:00 | Kilohana Plantation, 3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Saturdays, September 6 & 27:
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.

Vintage Rose & Friends @ Waioli Tea Room
2014-09-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Waioli Tea Room, 2950 Manoa Rd., Honolulu, HI, 96822, United States
Saturday, September 6:
Vintage Rose & Friends @ Waioli Tea Room. Fresh & unique for fall, vintage fashion, linen, lace, estate jewelry, handbags and hats. Please visit “Playback” for beautifully designed of one of a kind dresses and tops made of vintage lace, linen & handkerchiefs. Accessories include English teacups, porcelain, pottery, shabby chic, cottage, Victorian, Mid-Century Modern décor, country style items including furniture and garden antiques. Water lilies, violets & mini herb gardens make beautiful living gifts. Relax and shop in the lush tropical setting of the 100 year old Waioli Tea Room, 2950 Manoa Rd., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. For information call (808) 226-7119.

Belly Dance Workshops
2014-09-06 | The Yoga House, 4-885 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, HI, 96746, United States

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2014-09-05 20:30 - 22:30 | 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. Dusk – 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.

Festivals of Aloha, Maui Nui Style: Opening Ceremonies
2014-09-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Wailuku First Friday, Market Street, Wailuku, HI, 96793, United States
Friday, September 5:
Festivals of Aloha, Maui Nui Style: Opening Ceremonies. Celebrate the pageantry, parades, street parties, concerts and family activities that span Maui Nui including special festivities in Hana. This events kicks off a two month celebration on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai Islands. Opening Ceremonies at Wailuku First Friday, Market Street, Wailuku town, Street party; hula, Hawaiian live entertainment. Free admission. 6 to 9 p.m. For information and event schedule call (808) 870-8047 or visit www.festivalsofaloha.com.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2014-09-05 17:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, September 5:
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.

First Friday Pa`ina
2014-09-05 11:30 - 13:30 | Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue, HI, 96766 , United States
Friday, September 5:
First Friday Pa`ina. Experience old-style music local food, fun and friendship at the Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice Street, Lihue. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Due to county roadwork, please call ahead for simplified directions to the museum. For directions and information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2014-09-05 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.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2014-09-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Every Wednesday & Thursday:
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”. September 3 & 4 – Ledward Kaapana; September 10 & 11 – Kevin Brown & Geri Valdriz; September 17 & 18 – Sonny Lim; September 24 & 25 – Herb Ohta Jr. & Jon Yamasato. 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
2014-09-03 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 MauiHumanSociety.org, “Get Involved/Volunteer/HelpingPawsVisitorProgram”.

Hawai`iana Live
2014-09-03 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.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport - Queens Marketplace
2014-09-02 08:30 - 12:00 | 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. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all their activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com.

Emily T Gail Show
2014-09-02 | HI
Every Tuesday
features the Emily T Gail Show. Emily’s show can be found online at www.espnhawaii.com under “Lineup” on the homepage. Sponsored by Aloha – Big Island Visitor Guide, Emily “talks story” with recreational, high school and professional athletes, along with coaches, parents, organizers, and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about golf, running, swimming, biking, tennis, paddling, diving, skateboarding, as well as major league sports, high school sports, and college sports. For information, call Emily at (808) 896-6780, visit www.emilys.org, or email Emily at emilytgail@emilys.org.

Jazz Minds
2014-09-01 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 pupus, 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. For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

5th Annual Rice Festival
2014-09-01 11:00 - 2014-09-28 17:00 | Ward Centers, 1060 Auahi Street, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Sunday, September 28:
5th Annual Rice Festival. This festival celebrates a day when rice takes center stage. This unique one day event will be packed with family fun, entertainment, food booths, educational activities, rice products and much more. Ward Center, 1240 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 398-9332 or visit www.ricefest.com.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2014-09-01 09:30 - 12:30 | West Kaua`i Technology & 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.

Aloha Festivals: Keiki (Children’s) Ho`olaulea
2014-09-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Pearlridge Center, 98-1005 Moanalua Rd., Aiea, HI, 96701, United States
Saturday, September 13:
Aloha Festivals: Keiki (Children’s) Ho`olaulea. Pearlridge Center will celebrate the Aloha Festival with a wide variety of free activities, demonstrations, arts & crafts, and continuous stage performances. Pearlridge Center, 98-1005 Moanalua Rd., Aiea. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 488-0981 or visit www.pearlridgeonline.com.

Kaua`i Raqs
2014-09-01 08:00 - 17:00 | JJ’s Broiler, Anchor Cove, Nawiliwili, HI, 96766, United States
Friday, September 5:
Kaua`i Raqs. Experience this spectacular show starring Khalida and Kalae Kaina. This show also includes performances by Al Farashat and the Garden Nile Belly Dancers. It is very seldom that the community of Kaua`i has the opportunity to experience belly dance performances of this caliber so purchase your tickets early by visiting www.gardennilebellydancers.com. JJ’s Broiler, Anchor Cove, Nawiliwili. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. For information call (808) 639-9980.

Hawai`i VA Games 2014
2014-09-01 08:00 - 16:00 | Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Monday, September 1:
Hawai`i VA Games 2014. Formerly known as The Showdown, the State’s largest CrossFit competition at the Neal Blaisdell Arena. Over 60 teams and 20 individuals including various local and national competitors will compete. 100% of the proceeds raised from this event will go to three different Hawai`i based charities. To date, the Hawai`i VA Games has raised over $30,000. Neal Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. Open to the public. $10 admission. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (808) 947-1011 or visit www.hawaiivagames.com.
