Obon Festival
Aiea Hongwanji 99-186 Puakala St, Aiea, HI, United StatesFridays & Saturdays, throughout the month of August: Obon Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. The following schedule is tentative and subject to change. […]
Obon Dance & Festival
Kula Shofukuji Mission 113 Puanani Pl., Kula, HI, United StatesThroughout the Month of August: Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below: Friday […]
Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
Kaua`i Village Shopping Center 4-356 Kuhio Highway, Wailua-Anahola, HI, United StatesDaily: 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) […]
Emily T Gail Show
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, […]
Kaua`i Marathon & Half Marathon
Poipu Shopping Village 2360 Kiahuna Plantation Dr., Koloa, HI, United StatesSunday, September 6: Kaua`i Marathon & Half Marathon. The Marathons begin in Poipu and run the first 11 miles together. The courses follow the scenic coastline, offering views of beaches, rugged volcanic peaks, and green tropical rain forests. As dawn breaks, runners will experience lush green vistas as they approach the shade of the century […]
BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace
BikeWorks Beach & Sport 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI, United StatesEvery 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 […]
Pau Hana Culinary Festival at the Shops at Mauna Lani
The Shops at Mauna Lani 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast, HI, United StatesEvery Tuesday: Pau Hana Culinary Festival at the Shops at Mauna Lani. Enjoy Big Island food vendors, gourmet products and live music. There is a live chef demonstration at 5 p.m. and 'Pau Hana' Happy Hour at the fine restaurants of the Shops of Mauna Lani. The Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Drive, […]
Jazz Minds
Jazz Minds 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, HI, United StatesEvery 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.
Puna Culinary Festival
Kalani 12-6860 Kalapana-Kapoho Rd., Pahoa, HI, United StatesWednesday – Sunday, September 2 – 7: Puna Culinary Festival. Experience the cutting-edge, farm-to-fork practices of the Puna district, in concert with Hawai`i Island’s unique blend of cultural influences. The Puna Culinary Festival features locavore meals prepared with aloha by skilled chefs, cooking classes, workshops, film, market visits, farm tours, and other exclusive tastings and […]
Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program
Maui Humane Society Shelter 1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene, HI, United StatesEvery 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 […]