Aloha Visitor Guides

Waimea Valley’s Christmas Brunch & Free `Aha Mele Concert
2017-12-23 11:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa, 96712
Saturday, December 23:
Waimea Valley’s Christmas Brunch & Free `Aha Mele Concert. Celebrate Christmas with your ‘ohana (family) at Waimea Valley. Family style brunch by North Shore catering company, Ke Nui Kitchen. Purchase of brunch includes admission into Waimea Valley day of only. The line-up features Hawaiian artists, Mailani, Paula Fuga, and Jerry Santos. Reservations are highly recommended. Brunch adult is $49.95 and keiki (children) 4-12 years old $24.95 (tax and gratuity included). Brunch begins at 10 a.m., show starts at 11 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa. For reservations and information call (808) 638-5000 or visit https://www.waimeavalley.net/.

New Year’s Eve with Kenny G
2017-12-27 | Blue Note Hawai`i, 2335 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States
Wednesday – Sunday, December 27 – 31:
New Year’s Eve with Kenny G. In what’s becoming a New Year’s tradition, Blue Note Hawai’i, the state’s premier venue for the world’s most celebrated artists, welcomes back jazz superstar Kenny G for five nights. Blue Note Hawai`i, 2335 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. For show times, tickets, and information, call (808) 777-4890 or visit http://www.ticketweb.com/search?q=blue+note+hawaii+kenny+g&loc=honolulu-hi&REFID=kennyannounce&PL=bluenote&REFERRAL_ID=twet714681.

Phil Lesh & Friends
2017-12-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Thursday & Friday, December 28 & 29:
Phil Lesh & Friends. Phil Lesh & Friends is an American rock band formed and led by Phil Lesh, former bassist of the Grateful Dead. Two-time Grammy winning guitarist, songwriter and producer Eric Krasno will be a special guest along with the same ultra-talented lineup of musicians who performed during last year’s successful Hawai`i run; Grahame Lesh, Ross James, Alex Koford, & Jason Crosby, who will all come together for an experience not to be missed. The Phil & Friends concept takes the music of the Grateful Dead and an ever-increasing number of other influences and touring members to explore and interpret the music in new ways. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Annual Wailea Village Mochi Pounding
2017-12-30 07:00 - 14:00 | Akiko’s Buddhist Bed & Breakfast, 29-2091 Old Mamalahoa Hwy., Hakalau, HI, 96710, United States
Saturday, December 30:
Annual Wailea Village Mochi Pounding. Celebrate making traditional rice cakes the “old-fashioned” way. Everyone takes their turn at pounding the glutinous sticky rice for good luck. Hearty local style lunch available to purchase for $5. New Year’s crafts, food vendors, fortune telling, massage, I Ching readings, floral arrangements, plantation stories, Okinawan taiko drumming, Hawaiian entertainment & more. Akiko’s Buddhist Bed & Breakfast, 29-2091 Old Mamalahoa Hwy. (Hwy 19 – 15 mile marker), Hakalau. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; fire building begins at 7 a.m. For information call (808) 963-6422.

Howie Mandel
2017-12-30 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Saturday, December 30:
Howie Mandel. Howie Mandel is a comedian, actor, television host, and voice actor known as host of the NBC game show, Deal or No Deal, and as a judge for eight seasons on the hit talent competition series, America’s Got Talent. Mandel’s versatile career has encompassed virtually all aspects of the entertainment spectrum; from his work on the Emmy-award winning, St. Elsewhere, to the international animated children’s series, Bobby’s World, he’s become a mainstay of the American comedy scene. Howie has done countless comedy specials both on cable and network television. He has also hosted his own syndicated talk show, The Howie Mandel Show, and continues to be a mainstay on the talk-show circuit. This show will include adult content. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Hatsumode 2018
2017-12-31 00:00 - 2018-01-01 17:00 | Hawai`i Kotohira Jinsha-Hawai`i Dazaifu Tenmangu, 1239 Olomea St., Honolulu, HI, United States
Monday, January 1:
Hatsumode 2018. For the Japanese community, New Year’s is the most important of all cultural holidays when millions of people visit a shrine on New Year’s Day. Embrace the spirit of the Japanese in Hawai`i and be blessed for the New Year, get your head bitten by a Japanese Shishi Lion for good luck, be invigorated by taiko drums and partake of ozoni mochi soup. An event that is culturally exciting and spiritually enriching. Hawai`i Kotohira Jinsha-Hawai`i Dazaifu Tenmangu, 1239 Olomea St., Honolulu. Midnight to 5 p.m. Parking is available with free shuttle at Damien Memorial School, 1401 Houghtailing St., Honolulu. Shuttle runs continuously between midnight to 3:30 a.m., and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (808) 841-4755 or visit http://www.e-shrine.org/.

New Year’s Eve Celebration at Poipu Beach Park
2017-12-31 17:30 - 21:00 | Poipu Beach Park, Koloa, HI, 96756, United States
Sunday, December 31:
New Year’s Eve Celebration at Poipu Beach Park. The event includes food trucks, live entertainment or a movie in the park, activities for the keiki and spectacular display of fireworks. Admission is free and open to the public. Poipu Beach Bark, 2179 Ho`one Rd., 5:30 to 9 p.m. For information visit http://poipubeach.org/new-years-eve-fireworks/.

The Emily T Gail Show
2018-01-01 | 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 Greg McLaughlin, President, PGA TOUR Champions about the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai (Four Seasons Resort) January 16-20 for the 22nd year. Kelly Fliear, Tournament Manager, will talk about the Golf Channel Broadcast, 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. Players in the field of 45+ players include Hale Irwin, Olin Browne, Mark O’Meara, Peter Jacobson, Fred Funk, Fred Couples, some of whom will be guests with Emily along with Mark Rolfing, NBC/Golf Channel. Advance Tickets available at pgatour.com/mec – $20 daily, $40 week, or at the gate add $5. Juniors and military complimentary. For show information contact Emily at (808) 896-6780 or emilytgail@emilys.org.

8th Annual Waimea Ocean Film Festival
2018-01-01 | HI
January 1 – 9:
8th Annual Waimea Ocean Film Festival. The festival brings an immersive visual experience to the island, offering guests heart-pounding adventure, giant surf, marine life, international expeditions and ocean action, all while garnering greater insight and understanding into the ocean environment and island culture. Over sixty films feature ocean experience, ocean environment, island culture, inspiring stories and epic adventure. In addition to the films, interactive presentations, exhibits, Breakfast Talks, and ocean-based activities add a dynamic element to the festival. Breakfast Talks provide an intimate setting for guests to connect with filmmakers and special guests to ask questions and hear the behind-the-scenes stories that bring the films to life. Beginning Monday – Thursday, January 1- 4, at venues in Waimea: the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel and The Fairmont Orchid; then moving Friday – Tuesday, January 5 – 9 to Four Seasons Hualalai Resort. New this year, films will screen outdoors at Four Seasons’ Hoku Amphitheatre. Waimea venues include Kahilu Theatre, Hawai`i Preparatory Academy (HPA), Parker School Theatre and Anna Ranch. For information, schedule of events, and to purchase passes, visit http://www.waimeaoceanfilm.org/.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2018-01-01 08:30 - 11:30 | 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. 8:30 a.m. Reservations required no later than 3:30 p.m. Friday before that Monday to schedule a tour. For reservations and information call (808) 338-1332 or visit http://www.westkauaivisitorcenter.org/.

Niaulani Nature Walk
2018-01-01 09:30 - 10:30 | Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village, HI, United States
Every Monday:
Niaulani Nature Walk. A free, guided rain forest tour in Volcano. This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. The walk introduces visitors to the native plants and birds of Volcano. Guides focus on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area, and the cultural usages of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Free; donations welcome. For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit
2018-01-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue, HI, 96766 , United States
Daily:
Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit. Cleopatra’s Barge was an opulent yacht built in Massachusetts in 1816. It became The Royal Yacht of King Kamehameha II but was wrecked in 1824. It cost about $50,000 to build, and about the same amount for luxury furnishings. Marvel at the opulence of this beautifully crafted ship, whose splendor was breathtaking for its day. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., every day except Sundays. Admission is $10 adults, $6 students 13-17 years, $2 Children 6 – 12 years, 5 years and under free. For information call (808) 245-6931 or visit http://www.kauaimuseum.org/.

Sunset Stories
2018-01-01 18:00 - 20:00 | International Market Place, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States
Nightly:
Sunset Stories. From Queen Emma to Don Ho, experience the stories of an icon. Gather at the International Market Place on Kalakaua Avenue just after sundown for the ceremonial lighting of the Lamaku Torch Tower. Then be immersed in an unforgettable storytelling performance told through Hawaiian and Polynesian song and dance. Honoring the beloved Queen Emma, the nightly show highlights the stories, traditions and culture of this special gathering place. International Market Place, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. Sunset. Free admission. For information visit http://www.shopinternationalmarketplace.com/events.

Jazz Minds
2018-01-01 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 food, 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; closed Sundays. For information and entertainment schedule call (808) 945-0800 or visit http://jazzhonolulu.com/index.html.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace
2018-01-02 08:15 - 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 8:15 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all the BikeWorks activities on the Emily T Gail Show at http://espnhawaii.com/ under the lineup or visit http://www.bikeworkshawaii.com/. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other community rides and/or bike routes call BikeWorks at (808) 886-5000.

Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friend
2018-01-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI, 96785, United States
Every Tuesday:
Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends. Kanikapila jam sessions are open to all musicians. Bring your own instrument and enjoy “garage style” jamming. Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Great Room of the Admin Building, Volcanoes National Park. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted. Park entrance fees may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2018-01-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Dr., Princeville, HI, United States
Tuesday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. January 2 – Poina `Ole – Never to be Forgotten; January 9 – Aloha Music of Hawai`i; January 16 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music; January 23 – Gifts of the Ancestors; January 30 – For the Birds. Free gift drawing. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. Proceeds support Princeville at Hanalei Community Association and this program. Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Dr., Princeville. 6 to 8 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2018-01-03 08:00 - 17:00 | All Saints’ Sanctuary, 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a, HI, United States
Wednesday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. January 3 – Whales Homecoming; January 10 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; January 17 – Kaua`i Slack Key; January 24 – Island of Peace; January 31 – In the Real Old Style. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. A portion of the proceeds support All Saints’ Pipe Organ Restoration Project. Free gift drawing. All Saints’ Sanctuary, 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a. 6 to 8 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/.

Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program
2018-01-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Maui Humane Society Shelter, 1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene, HI, 96784, United States
Every Wednesday and Thursday:
Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program. Do you miss having a dog to spend your day with? Visitors and residents can sign up to take a homeless dog out for the day from the Maui Humane Society animal shelter. The shelter is easy to find as it is conveniently located in Pu`unene (central Maui) on Mokulele Hwy., between Kihei/Wailea and Kahului. Program participants will pick “their dog” up at 10 a.m. and bring them back no later than 3 p.m. MHS provides all of the supplies, you just provide the fun! Advance registration is mandatory as space is often filled weeks in advance. Register online at http://www.mauihumanesociety.org/.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2018-01-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road, 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 various 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”. January 1 – Led Kaapana; January 3 – George Kahumoku Jr.; January 10 – Led Kaapana; January 17 – Jeff Peterson; January 24 – Sonny Lim; January 31 – Slackers in Paradise with Kimo West and Ken Emerson. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. Located at the Sea House Restaurant at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapi`ilani Hwy., Napili. Doors open 6:45 p.m., show begins 7:30 p.m., event ends at 9:30. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit http://www.slackkeyshow.com/.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2018-01-05 11:00 - 13:00 | Volcano Art Center Gallery Porch, 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. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2018-01-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Friday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. January 5 – Honoring Keli`i Mawae of Molokai; January 12 – Heart of Slack Key; January 19 – Ahupua`a,- Island to the Sea; January 26 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands. Free gift drawing. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. A portion of the proceeds support 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 http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2018-01-05 18:00 - 20:00 | 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. Tours take place on the half hour from 6 to 8 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 http://lahainarestoration.org/.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2018-01-05 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 to 9 p.m. January 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; January 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; January 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; January 26 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center; January 29 – Lana`i City, Island of Lana`i, around Dole Park, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. For transportation packages to Lanai Friday Town Party, visit http://go-lanai.com/. For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit http://mauifridays.com/.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2018-01-05 18:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, January 5:
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 6 to 9 p.m. Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903 or visit http://www.artsatmarks.com/.

First Friday at the Hawai`i State Art Museum
2018-01-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu, HI, United States
Friday, January 5:
First Friday at the Hawai`i State Art Museum. Free, family-friendly evening at the Hawai`i State Art Museum. Galleries will be open late, with live entertainment. Seating will be provided. All ages welcome. Parking available across South Hotel St. in the Ali`i Place building, or street parking in the area. Several TheBus lines stop directly in front of or close to the museum. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu. 6 to 9 p.m. For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2018-01-05 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 to 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.

Ozomatli & G Love
2018-01-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, January 5:
Ozomatli & G Love. G LOVE and Ozomatli join forces to take you on an unforgettable musical journey. G LOVE, with his solo acoustic, foot-stomping, street-side Blues, will warm up the stage for Ozomatli, an American six-piece band formed in Los Angeles renowned for their riotous live shows that feature a wide array of musical styles – including salsa, jazz, funk, reggae, hip hop, and others. Ozomatli has won two Grammy awards, a Latin Grammy (and multiple nominations); two Latin Billboard awards; an Alma award; and countless film, TV, commercial, and game placements, as well as national tours with the Dave Matthews Band, Los Lonely Boys, Lenny Kravitz, and many others. An exciting third set will feature G Love and Ozomatli together, bringing down the house in a full octane dance party. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Disney in Concert: A Dream is a Wish
2018-01-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Friday & Saturday, January 5 & 6:
Disney in Concert: A Dream is a Wish. A Dream is a Wish transports audiences into the musical world of classic and contemporary Disney Animated Feature films to discover that dreams really do come true. Enjoy scenes from your favorite Disney Animated Feature films set to live music as the magic of Disney storytelling comes to life once again and reminds us anew that anything is possible, “…if you keep on believing, the dream that you wish will come true.” Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. Show times: Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m. For tickets and information call (800) 745-3000 or visit https://www.ticketmaster.com/Neal-S-Blaisdell-Concert-Hall-tickets-Honolulu/venue/82460.

G. Love and Special Sauce with Ozomatli
2018-01-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Princeville Ranch, Po`oku Meadow, 4520 Kapaka St., Princeville, HI, United States
Saturday, January 6:
G. Love and Special Sauce with Ozomatli. A three member alternative, blues, and hip hop band from Philadelphia. They are known for their unique, “sloppy” and “laid back” blues sound that encompasses classic R&B. Princeville Ranch, Po`oku Meadow, 4520 Kapaka St., Princeville. 12 noon. For tickets and information visit http://philadelphonic.com/.
