Aloha Visitor Guides

Veterans Day Parade
2017-11-09 08:00 - 17:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Wahiawa Town Center, United States
Saturday, November 11:
Veterans Day Parade. This year’s theme is “Value Our Veterans”. The parade will commence at Ka`ala Elementary School at 10 a.m., with participants walking through and disbursing on North Cane Street. The parade will end at the Wahiawa Town Center, where, to honor our veterans, there will be a brief program and a message from the 25th Infantry Division leader. For information call (808) 522-5149.

Sun Yat-Sen Festival
2017-11-10 10:00 - 20:00 | Wo Hing Museum, 858 Front Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Friday, November 10:
Sun Yat-Sen Festival. Lahaina honors the life and achievements of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen, known as The Father of Modern China. This annual celebration includes film tributes and displays depicting the life of Sun Yat-Sen from Maui to China. Try Chinese martial arts, printmaking and cultural activities. Listen to Chinese traditional music while sampling Cantonese food and Chinese teas. Admission is free. Wo Hing Museum, 858 Front St., Lahaina. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For information call (808) 661-3262 or visit http://www.lahainarestoration.org/.

Nani Na Pua
2017-11-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Kawaiahao Church, 957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Friday, November 10:
Nani Na Pua. An opera on the early life of Queen Liliuokalani, from birth until she became queen, focusing on her life as a youth and as heir apparent. Featuring historical information about her birth and family including her famous musical siblings, her education at the Chief’s Children’s School, her travels throughout the Hawaiian Islands and her trip to Queen Victoria’s of England Jubilee. Performers are youth, grades 4-12 primarily, with pre performances by students grades K-4. Many melodies incorporated into the opera will be adapted from the compositions of Liliuokalani. Kawaiahao Church, 937 Punchbowl St., Honolulu. Two performances, t and 7 p.m. General admission is free, reserved premium seating $10. For reservations and information call (808) 521-2982 or visit https://hyoc2.weebly.com/.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang!
2017-11-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Kaua`i War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy St., Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Weekends, November 10 – 26:
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! Everyone’s favorite flying car comes to life in the musical adaption of the beloved family film. Don’t miss this classic family show – rated G for all audiences. Showtimes: Fridays & Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 4 p.m. Tickets: $15 general admission, $12 students & seniors, ages 3 and under free. Advance purchase at ticket outlets – $12. Special benefit performance for Kaua`i Food Banks on Sunday November 12th, $6 ticket with a donation. Kaua`i War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy St., Lihue. For ticket outlets and more information, call (808) 246-8985 or visit http://www.hawaiichildrenstheatre.org/.

The 3rd Annual Wahine Comedy Festival
2017-11-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Trees Lounge, 440 Aleka Pl., Kapa`a, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, November 10 & 11:
The 3rd Annual Wahine Comedy Festival. The only all-female comedy group in Hawai`i. See comics from three different islands. Voted Maui’s best comic last year, the hilarious Corky Gardner headlines this show. Patrice Scott hosts and Brandi Morgan, Talicia Smith, Victoria Arnstein, Maui comic Ronda Hansen, Erika Swartzkopf and Kaua`i comic Kaiulani Mahuka perform original stand-up comedy. Arrive early for good seats. Trees Lounge, 440 Aleka Pl., Kapa`a. 8 to 10 p.m. $10 admission at the door. For information call (808) 542-8345.

Free Entrance Days to National Parks in honor of Veterans Day
2017-11-11 | HI
Saturday & Sunday, November 11 & 12:
Free Entrance Days to National Parks in honor of Veterans Day. Big Island’s National Parks are Volcanoes National Park, Pu`uhonua `O Honaunau (City of Refuge), Pu`ukohala Heiau National Historic Park, and Kalokoo-Honokohau National Historical Park. For more information on the Big Island’s National Parks, visit https://www.nps.gov/state/hi/index.htm.

Free Entrance Days to National Parks in honor of Veterans’ Day
2017-11-11 08:00 - 17:00 | HI
Saturday & Sunday, November 11 & 12:
Free Entrance Days to National Parks in honor of Veterans’ Day. Maui’s National Park is Haleakala National Park, which includes Haleakala Summit and Kipahulu’s Pools of `Ohe`o. (Kipahulu’s Pools of `Ohe`o is currently closed as of the date of this publication due to safety concerns with landslides. For closure updates please visit https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/kipahulu.htm). For more information on Hawai`i’s National Park, visit https://www.nps.gov/state/hi/index.htm.

Kona Coffee Festival Ho`olaule`a
2017-11-11 09:00 - 15:00 | Old Airport Beach Park, 75-5560 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona, HI, United States
Saturday, November 11:
Kona Coffee Festival Ho`olaule`a. Enjoy a multi-generational, multi-cultural celebration of all things Kona coffee. Hands-on cultural demonstrations, popular Ethnic Food Market, the Festival of Arts & Crafts and all-day live entertainment. Take in the beautiful lei contest, participate in traditional Hawaiian poi making, ikebana, traditional Japanese calligraphy and visit the heritage display. All day fun for the entire `ohana (family). Old Airport Beach Park, 75-5560 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.konacoffeefest.com.

Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum
2017-11-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu, HI, United States
Saturday, November 11:
Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum. Free hands-on art activities for all ages are hosted in the first floor Multipurpose Room. All materials are provided. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last. For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.

Kihei Gift & Craft Fair
2017-11-12 09:00 - 16:00 | Kihei Community Center, 303 E. Lipoa St, Kihei, HI, United States
Sunday, November 12:
Kihei Gift & Craft Fair. Great art, jewelry, gifts and crafts will be available for purchase. Kihei Community Center (by swimming pool), 303 E. Lipoa St., Kihei. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $1. For information call (808) 825-4130 or visit http://www.mauigiftandcraftfair.com/.

Going Nuts for the Holidays Festival
2017-11-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Hale Halewai, 75-5760 Ali`i, Kailua-Kona, HI, United States
Sunday, November 12:
Going Nuts for the Holidays Festival. Free festival benefiting Kona 1005 Radio, featuring macadamia nuts and coconuts. Enjoy hula, music, agricultural presentations, arts, crafts, and more. Santa will also be on hand for Christmas requests. Hale Halewai, 75-5760 Ali`i, Kailua-Kona. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (808) 936-5233 or visit www.hawaiianwellness.com.

Princeville Night Market
2017-11-12 16:00 - 20:00 | Princeville Shopping Center, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville, HI, United States
Sunday, November 12:
Princeville Night Market. Discover over 40 local artisans and enjoy live music from several different bands. Princeville Shopping Center, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville. 4 to 8 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 635-2572.

Hawai`i International Film Festival
2017-11-16 | Historic Waimea Theater, 9691 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea, HI, United States
November 16 – 19:
Hawai`i International Film Festival. Opening Night Celebration, $40 admission, includes film & food. HIFF 4- day pass (Thursday – Sunday) – $100; HIFF 3-day pass (Friday – Sunday) – $75; General admission per film $10. Historic Waimea Theater, 9691 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea. For information and film titles, synopsis, times, and trailers, call (808) 338-2027 or visit http://www.waimeatheater.com/.

Makahiki Festival and Ke`alohi Hula Competition
2017-11-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa, 96712
Saturday, November 18:
Makahiki Festival and Ke`alohi Hula Competition. Originally established in 1981, this event was part of Waimea Valley’s annual Makahiki festivities until 1995. The competition was successfully revived in 2014 and has been held every year since then. The original spirit of this competition has been preserved, with women and men competing for a single hula kahiko (ancient hula) title. Competitors perform one kahiko hula, and between each of these, halau representing the entrants take the stage. There will also be live music, local vendors, cultural activities, traditional Hawaiian games, demonstrations, and more. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Waimea. For information call (808) 638-7766 or visit https://www.waimeavalley.net/.

Na Mele O Ko Olina
2017-11-18 09:00 - 17:00 | Marriott Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club, 92-161 Waipahe Pl., Kapolei, HI, United States
Saturday, November 18:
Na Mele O Ko Olina. Enjoy some of Hawai`i’s very best Slack Key and Ukulele musicians, as well as 40 Hawaiian artists who display their artwork for sale. Celebrate the music and Arts of Hawai`i. Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club, 92-161 Waipahe Pl., Kapolei. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information visit http://icb-web.net/haa/.

Hula Kahiko Performance
2017-11-18 09:30 - 13:30 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, November 18:
Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond 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. Event is free, park fees apply. Date is subject to change; to confirm dates, call (808) 987-7288. 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 more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

2nd Annual Kona Pumpkin Patch & Makahiki Festival Benefit
2017-11-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Old Airport Soccer Field, 75-5560 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona, HI, United States
Saturday, November 18:
2nd Annual Kona Pumpkin Patch & Makahiki Festival Benefit. A free community event benefiting Te E`a E Te Turama Polynesian Dance group, featuring live entertainment, food booths, craft vendors, water slides, inflatable bouncers, rock wall climbing, Makahiki games, Hawaiian arts & crafts, educational booths, and pumpkin patch. Old Airport Soccer Field, 75-5560 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call (808) 327-9427 or email funtojumpkona@yahoo.com.

Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum of Art
2017-11-19 11:00 - 17:00 | Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Sunday, November 19:
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum of Art. Featuring entertainment and activities suitable for families and people of all ages. Explore the Museum’s galleries through art hunts, art activities, demonstrations, film screenings and entertainment. Themes change monthly and tie in with the Museum’s permanent collections and special exhibitions. Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania, Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2017-11-19 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, November 19:
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 http://kvbid.org/.

Rita Collidge with her Band
2017-11-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, November 19:
Rita Collidge with her Band. Most music fans have a favorite song recorded by two-time Grammy award winner, Rita Coolidge – “Fever”, “We’re All Alone”, “One Fine Day”, “(Your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher & Higher”, “The Way You Do The Things You Do”, and many more memorable hits. Rita’s credentials are the stuff of legend with one of the most enduring solo careers in all of music. Rita Coolidge’s impact is undiminished – her voice as pure, sweet, and powerful as ever, and her ability to get inside a song honed by experience and overview. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Kamahalo Craft Fair
2017-11-24 09:00 - 16:00 | The Cooper Center, 19-4030 Wright Rd., Volcano, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, November 24 & 25:
Kamahalo Craft Fair. Shop handcrafted artisans and home grown products during this 2-day craft fair. The Cooper Center, 19-4030 Wright Rd., Volcano. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call (808) 936-9705 or visit http://thecoopercenter.org/.

Volcano Village Artists Hui Annual Art Studio Tour & Sale
2017-11-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Volcano Village, Volcano, HI, 96785, United States
Friday – Sunday, November 24 – 26:
Volcano Village Artists Hui Annual Art Studio Tour & Sale. Visitors are invited to meet the Volcano Village Artists in their studios and see artworks in a wide variety of media. Pottery; raku masks, hand blown art glass, wood & metal sculpture, hand-tooled metal and fiber art, as well as photographs, paintings, drawings and block prints will be on display and available for purchase. A special drawing for pieces contributed by the artists will be held on the last day of the event. Maps to the artists’ studios will be available at local businesses in Volcano Village, as well as at www.VolcanoVillageArtistsHui.com. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at artists’ studios in Volcano Village. Free to the public. For more information, call (808) 987-3472 or email eherb@hawaii.rr.com.

Kailua Village Christmas Tree Lighting
2017-11-24 17:45 - 19:30 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Friday, November 24:
Kailua Village Christmas Tree Lighting. A traditional lighting of the Village Christmas tree, kicking off the holiday season, at Emma’s Square, across from Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona. 5:45 p.m. For more information, visit www.historickailuavillage.com.

Pint Night for the Birds
2017-11-24 18:00 - 22:00 | Maui Brewing Company Brewpub, 4405 Honoapi`ilani Hwy., Lahaina, HI, United States
Friday, November 24:
Pint Night for the Birds. Half the pub profits from house beers sold will go towards protecting native birds on Maui. Enjoy local beers while helping endangered species. Please drink responsibly and have a designated driver. Maui Brewing Company Brewpub, 4405 Honoapi`ilani Hwy. (Kahana Gateway Shopping Center), Lahaina. 6 to 10 p.m. For information call (808) 573-0280 or visit http://www.mauiforestbirds.org/articles/52.

Waikiki Holiday Parade
2017-11-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI, United States
Friday, November 24:
Waikiki Holiday Parade. The parade commemorates Pearl Harbor by honoring survivors and veterans in memory of the attacks from December 7, 1941. Local Hawaiian bands, marching bands from the mainland, military units, local officials and dignitaries march down torch-lit Kalakaua Avenue along Waikiki Beach. It is held annually the Friday following Thanksgiving Day and hosts thousands of spectators, residents and visitors alike. The parade will feature more than 30 bands from the mainland. Parade begins at 7 p.m., from Fort DeRussy Park, continues for approximately 1.5 miles along Kalakaua Ave., ending at Queen Kapiolani Park. For more information visit https://www.waikikiholidayparade.com/.

Thompson Square
2017-11-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Saturday, November 25:
Thompson Square. Thompson Square is an American country music duo composed of husband and wife Keifer and Shawna Thompson. The duo has released two albums, which have produced a combined ten chart singles on the Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay charts. They have topped the radio charts across the Unites States, Canada and Australia with #1 hits “Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not,” “If I Didn’t Have You” and “Everything I Shouldn’t Be Thinking About”. In all, Thompson Square has scored three #1 hits, six Top 20 hits, seven mainstream industry awards, over 25 award nominations and appeared on major media franchises from The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Conan, CBS This Morning as well as print media such as Elle, Glamour, People, Rolling Stone, USA Today, USA Weekend and many more. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/

Happy Holly-Jolly Days
2017-11-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, November 26:
Happy Holly-Jolly Days. An exciting chorus of nearly 100 talented singers kick off the Christmas season with their annual concert. Featuring Christmas classics with a twist, to sing-alongs. From familiar favorites to new, exciting selections, this concert is always a huge hit. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 3 p.m. $30 adults, $15 students. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/

Kaua`i Museum Christmas Craft Fair
2017-11-29 09:00 - 16:00 | Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue, HI, 96766 , United States
Friday, December 1:
Kaua`i Museum Christmas Craft Fair. Kaua`i Museum’s Annual Christmas Craft Fair is held outdoors. Visit many Artisan and food vendors for one of kind gifts for the whole family. Also, enjoy the Christmas Lights across the street at the Historic County Building and watch the colorful floats as the parade passes by. Kaua`i Museum will be open from 9am-4pm regular hours. Admission is $15 General, $12 Senior, $10 Student 8-17 and FREE for 7 & under, Kaua`i Museum members and active Military. Kaua’i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. For information call (808) 245-6931 or visit http://www.kauaimuseum.org/.

Hawaiian Music Series
2017-11-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday. November 30:
Hawaiian Music Series. Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians. 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) 661-3262 or visit http://lahainarestoration.org/.

The Emily T Gail Show, aka “Emily T. Gail Talks Story”
2017-12-01 | HI
The Emily T Gail Show, aka “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show is available at www.EmilyTGailTalkStory.podomatic.com online 24/7 and via https://www.facebook.com/emilytgailtalkstory/ and a free iTunes podcast. Emily “talks story​”​ ​about sports, recreation and community events in communities where Emily is involved: Island of Hawai`i and Detroit, her home town. Sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide, this month Emily talks with Wes Wailehua, Aloha Section PGA and Foundation about the Mauna Lani Resort Hawai`i State Open Dec. 15-17, one of Hawai`i’s most prestigious and oldest tournaments for professionals and amateurs. Also this month Greg McLaughlin, President, PGA TOUR Champions talks about the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai January 16-20, coming to the Big Island for the 22nd year, the Rotary Club of Kona organizing the volunteer effort and the monies raised for the Rotary Club of Kona Community Foundation, Big Island Junior Golf, and the Daniel R Sayre Foundation and much more. Contact Emily at (808) 896-6780 or emilytgail@emilys.org.
