Aloha Visitor Guides

31st Okinawan Festival
2013-09-01 09:00 - 17:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | HI
Sunday, September 1:
31st Okinawan Festival. Enjoy continuous live performances both days by entertainers from Okinawa and local Okinawan groups from Hawai`i, Kapiolani Park Bandstand, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bon Dance at Kapiolani Park Field 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday Festivities begin at 9 a.m. Craft Gallery and Children’s Games close at 4:30 p.m. Most food booths & tents close at 5:00 p.m. Kapiolani Park, 2755 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 676-5400 or visit www.okinawanfestival.com.

Rice Fest
2013-09-01 12:00 - 17:00 | HI
Sunday, September 1:
Rice Fest. Sample some of your favorite rice dishes from over 30 rice vendors, participate in Da SPAM Musubi Eating Contest, or watch the experts attempt to re-break the Guiness World Record by building the world’s largest Spam Musubi. Experience professional chef demonstrations and a live performance from Kapena to celebrate a food that is a cultural cornerstone to so many in Hawai`i. Ward Centers, 1060 Auahi Street, Honolulu. Noon to 5 p.m. For information call (714) 423-2844 or visit www.ricefest.com.

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival – Keauhou-Kona Style
2013-09-01 12:00 - 18:00 | HI
Sunday, September 1:
Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival – Keauhou-Kona Style. Festival will feature 15 of some of Hawai`i’s finest practitioners of the guitar art form. Shop and buy many original arts and crafts from local artisans and enjoy many local food favorites and refreshments at the festival. Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa (Ballroom), 78-128 Ehukai Street, Kailua-Kona. 12-6 p.m. For information call (808) 226-2697 or visit www.slackkeyfestival.com.

Hawai`i Food & Wine Festival
2013-09-01 18:00 - 22:00 | HI
Sunday, September 1:
Hawai`i Food & Wine Festival. Under the stars along Maui’s renowned Ka`anapali Beach, the “Malama Maui” gala will provide an evening of delicious food and incredible wines. 6-10 p.m. Tickets start at $250 per person. Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Lahaina. For tickets and information call (808) 738-6245 or visit hawaiifoodandwinefestival.com.

Discover and Experience Waimea
2013-09-02 09:30 - 17:00 | West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, HI, 96796, United States
Every Monday:
Discover and Experience Waimea. For visitors and residents of all ages interested in information on landmarks, history, culture, family history, genealogy of places and people. 9:30 a.m. to 5p.m. Waimea Historic Tours, Lei Making. West Kaua`i Tech & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumuali`i Hwy, Waimea. Free (donations accepted). For information call (808) 338-1332.

Birthday of Queen Liliokalani
2013-09-02 10:00 - 17:00 | HI
Monday, September 2:
Birthday of Queen Liliokalani. Celebrate the birthday of one of Hawai`i’s most honorable royalties, Queen Liliokalani at the Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 245-6931.

Jazz Minds
2013-09-02 18:30 | HI
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 to 2 p.m. nightly. For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

Kaua`i Aloha Festivals – Hawai`i Alive Show
2013-09-02 19:30 - 22:00 | Kaua`i Marriott, 3610 Rice St, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Monday, September 2:
Kaua`i Aloha Festivals – Hawai`i Alive Show. Wallis & Shana Punua welcomes the 2013 Kaua`i Aloha Festivals Royal Family to a night of music. You can see the Royal Court and enjoy one of Kaua`i’s well-known entertaining family with hula, Tahitian, and the only multiple Fire Knife Dance. Kaua`i Marriott Resort, 3610 Rice St., Kalapaki Beach, Lihue. 7:30 p.m. For information and tickets for show and luau call (808) 651-6202 or visit www.hawaiialiveluau.com.

Emily T Gail Show
2013-09-03 | HI
Every Tuesday features the new 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.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport
2013-09-03 08:30 - 17:00 | HI
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.

Hawai`iana Live
2013-09-04 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.

Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program
2013-09-04 13:00 - 16:00 | HI
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 1 to 4 p.m. doing 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. Children age 10 to 17 are welcome when accompanied by a supervising adult for the duration. For information call (808) 877-3680, ext. 14.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2013-09-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, 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 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 4 – Ledward Ka`apana; September 11 – Brother Noland; September 18 – David Kamakahi; September 25 – Sean Na`auao. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. 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.

Hawai`i Food & Wine Fare
2013-09-05 | HI
Thursday – Monday, September 5 – 9:
Hawai`i Food & Wine Fare. The premier epicurean gathering in the Pacific. HFWF features five signature evening events and educational daytime culinary experiences on both Oahu and Maui. This year’s festival will also feature an impressive lineup of wine seminars featuring some of the top producers from California. In addition to wine tastings, there will be daytime and evening events that include cooking demonstrations, one-of-a-kind excursions, and exclusive dining opportunities on Oahu. For tickets and information on various venues, call (808) 738-6245 or visit www.hawaiifoodandwinefestival.com.

5th Annual Victorian Tea Party.
2013-09-06 | HI
Friday, September 6:
5th Annual Victorian Tea Party. This year’s tea party is at the Makanalani Ranch in Kilauea; a newly opened ranch for disadvantaged children. Exquisite landscaping, unbelievable views, teas, savories and sweets, and a very special Plantation Punch, make for a unique afternoon in the garden of Makanalani. Lawn games, quilting and lei demonstrations will add to the Hawaiian music and hula dancing. ADULT LADIES ONLY! Tickets in advance at the Kaua`i Historical Offices. $50.00 per person. Victorian attire suggested and Hats required. For information call (808) 245-3373.

Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau)
2013-09-06 10:00 - 17:00 | HI
Friday, September 6:
Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau). Enjoy a day of family, sun and fun in the courtyard of the Kaua`i Museum to celebrate the community. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 245-6931.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2013-09-06 11:00 - 13:00 | VAC Gallery, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI, 96785, 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 will vary from week to 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.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2013-09-06 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. September 6 – Gifts from the Ancestors; September 13 – Legends of Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele; September 20 – Whales Homecoming; September 27 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). 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.

First Friday Honolulu Art Walk
2013-09-06 17:00 - 21:00 | HI
Friday, September 6:
First Friday Honolulu Art Walk. Every first Friday of the month, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., galleries and other arts venues in downtown Chinatown open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. These events are free and open to everyone. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. For information visit www.artsdistricthonolulu.com.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2013-09-06 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.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2013-09-06 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. September 6 – Wailuku, on Market Street; September 13 – Lahaina, on Front Street; September 20 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; September 27 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center. For more information visit www.mauifridays.com.

First Friday Festivals of Aloha Kickoff
2013-09-06 18:00 - 21:00 | HI
Friday, September 6:
First Friday Festivals of Aloha Kickoff. A special Maui Friday Town Party, featuring HAPA, live music, blessing. Market Street, Wailuku, 6 pm – 9 pm. Free.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2013-09-06 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 a wide variety of shopping, local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classics cars, live music and entertainment. For information call (808) 335-6469.

Roller Derby Battle of the Islands
2013-09-06 18:00 - 22:00 | HI
Friday & Saturday, September 6 & 7:
Roller Derby Battle of the Islands. Kaua`i’s Roller Derby Team, Garden Island Renegade Rollerz, will be hosting a Roller Derby Tournament. Kapa`a Hockey Rink, Kapa`a Town Park. Tournament starts at 6 p.m. Friday, and continues Saturday at 9 a.m. until tournament finishes that night. $7 in advance, $10 at door. For tickets and information call or visit www.boikauai.brownpapertickets.com.

oller Derby Battle of the Islands
2013-09-07 09:00 - 17:00 | HI

`Ohana Day – Na Mele O Kaua`i
2013-09-07 10:00 - 17:00 | HI
Saturday, September 7:
`Ohana Day – Na Mele O Kaua`i. Enjoy time with family and friends at the Kaua`i Museum as the museum celebrates with the Aloha Festival Court, songbooks from the book store, and musicians! Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 245-6931.

Cool Fusion 2013
2013-09-07 12:00 - 16:00 | HI
Saturday, September 7:
Cool Fusion 2013. Local ceramic artists have volunteered their time and talent to create 1000 beautiful handmade noodle bowls. Each guest chooses one of these bowls, which they will keep, to enjoy a light lunch of Japanese cold somen noodles, and support the Donkey Mill Art Center. Relax on the lawn while enjoying live music by slack key artist John Keawe. $25 for adults and $12 for children 12 and under. Donkey Mill Art Center, 78-6670 Mamaloaha Hwy., Holualoa. 12-4 p.m. For more information, call (808) 322-3362 or visit donkeymillartcenter.org.

Kapa`a Slack Key Saturdays
2013-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Children of the Land Cultural Center, HI, United States
Saturday Evenings:
Kapa`a Slack Key Saturdays. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. September 7 – Hanalei Slack Key Guitar & `Ukulele; September 14 – For the Birds Slack Key; September 21 – Slack Key Story; September 28 – Heart of Slack Key. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). A portion of the proceeds supports Na Keiki `O ka `Aina. Located in the Children of the Land Cultural Center, Kaua`i Village (Safeway/Longs) Center, Kapa`a. 5 to 7 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Mayor’s Remembrance Walk
2013-09-08 | HI
Sunday, September 8:
Mayor’s Remembrance Walk. The Mayor’s Remembrance Walk is held in observance of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States. The procession begins with ceremonies at Police Dept. headquarters at 801 S. Beretenia St., concluding at Eternal Flame Monument in front of Honolulu Hale. Includes a police motorcycle formation, color guard, Celtic Pipes and Drums, dignitaries, and Honolulu’s uniformed personnel. First responder vehicles will be on display at Honolulu Hale. For information call (808) 768-6622 or visit www.honolulu.gov/moca/.

Puna Culinary Festival
2013-09-08 12:00 - 20:00 | HI
Sunday, September 8:
Puna Culinary Festival. The Puna Culinary Festival celebrates culture, cuisine, and abundant produce of Puna. The festival’s theme focuses on local products and sustainable farming in Puna. The week features a variety of culinary classes, farm and market tours, and themed dinners. Venues for the events are throughout the Pahoa area, including at Kalani Oceanside Retreat, 121-6860 Kalapana-Kapoho Beach Rd., Pahoa. Noon to 8 p.m. Some fee, some free, some donation. For information call (800) 800-6886 or www.punaculinaryfestival.com.
