Aloha Visitor Guides

Tahiti Fete of Hilo
2014-07-26 10:00 - 17:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | HI
Saturday & Sunday, July 26 & 27:
Tahiti Fete of Hilo. Tahiti Fête or Tiurai, means “July the month of festivities.” The dances are unique creations and text music, choreography and costumes are based on a historical or legendary theme. Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium, 323 Manono St., Hilo. Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For information call (808) 935-3002 or visit www.tahitifete.com.

Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament
2014-07-26 07:30 - 17:00 | HI
July 26 – August 2:
Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament. Kailua Pier is a great place to watch the iconic Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament start each morning at 7:30 a.m. as boats line up across Historic Kailua Bay. Spectators can expect to see lots of scoreboard action as teams weigh in their big fish at the end of fishing each day at 4:30 p.m. Kailua Pier, Ali`i Drive, Kailua-Kona. For information, visit www.hibtfishing.com.

MayJah RayJah Tour
2014-07-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Maui Arts & Culutural Center A&B Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Wailuku, HI, 96732, United States
Friday & Saturday, July 25 & 26:
MayJah RayJah Tour. Hawai`i’s premier annual island & reggae music festival featuring international and local reggae stars. Maui Arts & Culutural Center, A&B Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Wailuku. 5 p.m. both days. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

HCT After Dark Presents Avenue Q
2014-07-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Hawaii Children’s Theatre, 4411 Kikowaena St, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Thursdays – Sundays, July 24 – August 10:
HCT After Dark is proud to present the triple Tony Award Winning Musical Comedy, Avenue Q! All performances will be at the Puhi Theatre Warehouse at 7 p.m. Space is very limited, so purchase tickets in advance online at www.hawaiichildrenstheatre.com or call 808-246-8985.

Happy Birthday, Amelia!
2014-07-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Thursday, July 24:
Happy Birthday, Amelia! Enjoy cake, juice, and a look at the “Amelia Earhart in Hawai`i” exhibit. Free with Museum admission and free to Museum Members, 11a.m. to 1 p.m. Free goodie bags and free admission to families with at least one person dressed in Amelia or historical aviation attire. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Aviation Adventure for Boys
2014-07-22 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Tuesday – Thursday, July 22 – 24:
Aviation Adventure for Boys. Explore the history of aviation in Hawai`i and the science, technology, engineering, and math principles of flight. Overnight accommodations provided onboard USS Missouri. This program is open to everyone who has completed the basic Flight School program or is at least 13 years of age. $300 for the 3-day/2-night program. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2014-07-20 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, July 20:
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 www.KVBID.org.

Oahu Ukulele Festival
2014-07-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Kapiolani Park, 2801 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Sunday, July 20:
Oahu Ukulele Festival. Ukulele virtuosos, internationally known musicians, and local celebrities donate their time and talented ukulele players from around the world. An ukulele orchestra of over 800 students, mostly children, will take the stage and delight the crowd. Free. Kapiolani Park, 2801 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information visit www.ukulelefestivalhawaii.org.

A Culinary Romp through Paradise
2014-07-20 09:30 - 15:30 | Kaua’i Marriott Resort, 3610 Rice St, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Friday, July 20:
A Culinary Romp through Paradise. Learn about and sample exotic local fruit while taking a leisurely tour of an exotic fruit farm. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and gourmet, four-course lunch at the outdoor courtyard of the Kaua`i Marriott Resort at Kalapaki Bay. The day ends with an exclusive tour of Hawai`i’s only meadery. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $140. For information, call (808) 635-0257 or visit www.tastingkauai.com. Reservations required three days before event.

Waimea Valley Summer Concert Series
2014-07-19 13:00 - 17:00 | Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa, HI, 96712, United States
Saturday, July 19:
Waimea Valley Summer Concert Series. Ho`okani Ka Ukulele (play the ukulele) will feature Eddie Kamae, Imua Garza, Kalei Gamiao, and Brittni Paiva. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa. 1-5 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 638-5886 or visit www.waimeavalley.net.

A Celebration of Bailey
2014-07-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Bailey House Museum, 2375A Main St, Wailuku, HI, 96739, United States
Saturday, July 19:
A Celebration of Bailey. Enjoy live entertainment with George Kahumoku, Jr., Mele Fong, and the Bailey Family. Enjoy arts & crafts vendors, food booths, Hawaiian games, and free craft demonstrations. View the entire collection of Edward Bailey paintings, maps and other memorabilia. Bailey House Museum, 2375-A Main Street, Wailuku. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is free and museum tours will be discounted. For information call (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Prince Lot Hula Festival
2014-07-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Moanalua Gardens, 2850 Moanalua Road, Honolulu, HI, 96819, United States
Saturday, July 19:
Prince Lot Hula Festival. Hula groups will perform ancient and contemporary hula. Enjoy cultural demonstrations, a Made in Hawai`i craft fair, poi pounding workshops, entertainment and more. The festival is free, donations are welcome. Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the day. Moanalua Gardens, 1352 Pineapple Pl., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 839-5334 or visit www.moanaluagardensfoundation.org.

Annie Jr.
2014-07-18 19:30 - 21:30, 2014-07-18 14:30 - 16:30 | Aloha Theater, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua, HI, 96750, United States
Fridays – Sundays, July 18 – 27:
Annie Jr. The classic Broadway musical based on the comic strip Little Orphan Annie, streamlined and musically adjusted to suit young voices. This production by Aloha Teen Theater will be directed by Sue Boyum, who has been acclaimed for her work with young people. The actors will range from 6 to 18. Fridays and Saturdays 7:30, Sundays 2:30 at Aloha Theater, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua in Kainaliu. For reserved seats call (808) 322-9924 or visit www.alohatheater.com, or tickets at the door one hour before show time. Advance ticketing is recommended. These shows often sell out.

Koloa Plantation Days
2014-07-18 08:00 - 2014-07-19 17:00 | Poipu Beach Park, Koloa, HI, 96756, United States
July 18 – 27:
Koloa Plantation Days. Learn about Koloa’s multicultural history, experience a diverse range of local foods, culture and activities, explore the area’s unique ecology and archaeology, and enjoy the warm hospitality of the south shore’s resorts, golf courses, and other neighborhood venues. Poipu Beach Park, Ho`one Rd., Koloa, and various other locations throughout Kauai. For information on venues and schedule of events call (808) 652-3217 or visit www.koloaplantationdays.com.

Aviation Adventure for Girls
2014-07-15 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Tuesday – Thursday, July 15 – 17:
Aviation Adventure for Girls. Explore the history of aviation in Hawai`i and the science, technology, engineering, and math principles of flight. Overnight accommodations provided onboard USS Missouri. This program is open to everyone who has completed the basic Flight School program or is at least 13 years of age. $300 for the 3-day/2-night program. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Hawai`i Children's Theatre Presents The Wizard of Oz
2014-07-13 16:00 - 18:00, 2014-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 | KCC Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Friday – Sunday, July 11-13:
Hawai`i Children’s Theatre is proud to present The Wizard of Oz, YPE a production of its Summer Stars performing arts education program. Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 4 p.m. KCC Performing Arts Center,3-1901 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue. For tickets and information call 808-246-8985 or visit www.hawaiichildrenstheatre.com.

BikeWorks, Team Kona, will participate in the Hilo Triathlon
2014-07-13 07:00 - 17:00 | James Kealoha Beach Park, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Sunday July 13:
BikeWorks, Team Kona, will participate in the Hilo Triathlon at 7:00 a.m. Sunday, July 13, at James Kealoha Beach Park in Hilo, Hawaii. Join with the team and participate in the Olympic distance race which includes a 1.5 km swim, a 40 km bike, ride and a10 km run. Visit www.hilotriathlon.org for more info!

2nd Annual Maui Craft Session
2014-07-12 18:30 - 21:00 | Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605 Ka`anapali Parkway, Ka`anapali, HI, 96761, United States
Saturday, July 12:
2nd Annual Maui Craft Session. A celebration of the craft industries of spirits, beer and cigars, this annual event takes place on Sheraton Maui’s Ocean Lawn. Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605 Ka`anapali Parkway, Ka`anapali. 6:30 – 9 p.m.For more information call (808) 661-0031 or visit www.sheraton-maui.com.

Na Hoku Hou - Award Winners Concert
2014-07-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center Yokouchi Pavilion, 1 Cameron Way, Wailuku, HI, 96732, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Na Hoku Hou – Award Winners Concert. This annual concert features winners from the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, announced by the Hawai`i Association of Recording Arts at the end of May. Enjoy the best contemporary music of Hawai`i with current and previous years’ talented Nā Hōkū award-winners in a gorgeous setting under the glowing glass roof of the pavilion. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Yokouchi Pavilion, 1 Cameron Way, Wailuku. 6 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Ke Ala `O Ka Hua Mele – Ukulele and Ki Hoalu: Influences from other Cultures
2014-07-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S King St., Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Ke Ala `O Ka Hua Mele – Ukulele and Ki Hoalu: Influences from other Cultures. Learn about the influence of the guitar and ukulele on Hawaiian music. A free talk story panel will be held 5 – 6 p.m. Performance will be 6:30 – 8 p.m. Tickets are $125 for the season (five concerts), or individually for $30 in advance or $35 at the door. Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S King St., Honolulu. For tickets and information call (808) 447-3926 or visit www.missionhouses.org.

Moonlight Mele
2014-07-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Bailey House Museum, 2375A Main St, Wailuku, HI, 96739, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Moonlight Mele. The Maui Historical Society is proud to present Moonlight Mele with performances by George Kahumoku and Friends. Featuring a variety of activities and craft vendors. Bailey House Museum, 2375-A Main Street, Wailuku. 5 p.m. For information and tickets call Mele at (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Hula Kahiko Informance: Kumu Hula Sammye Ku`ualoha Young with Halau Na Lei Hiwahiwa `O Ku`ualoha
2014-07-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Volcano Art Center, Crater Rim Drive, Volcano National Park, HI, 96785, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Hula Kahiko Informance: Kumu Hula Sammye Ku`ualoha Young with Halau Na Lei Hiwahiwa `O Ku`ualoha. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond have been invited to 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 an area known as Ka`auea. A short question and answer session is held immediately following the informance. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. The event is free, park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Korean Festival
2014-07-12 10:00 - 21:00 | Magic Island, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Korean Festival. The Korean Festival presents a unique, authentic taste of Korean culture through food, dance, art, music, and entertainment. Magic Island – Ala Moana Beach Park, 1365 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information call (808) 943-8068 or visit www.koreanfestivalhi.com/en/.

Cultural Festival
2014-07-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, mile marker 70 and 71 on Hwy 11, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, July 12:
Cultural Festival. This free festival includes hula, music, demonstrations, delicious food, and Hawaiian crafts. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, Kahuku Unit in Kau, between mile marker 70 and 71 on Hwy 11. For information call (808) 985-6011 or visit www.fhvnp.org.

Hawai`i Children's Theatre Summer Stars Gala Showcase and Fundraiser
2014-07-10 17:30 - 21:30 | KCC Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Thursday, July 10:
Hawai`i Children’s Theatre will have its Summer Stars Gala Showcase and Fundraiser Thursday, July 10 at 5:30 at the KCC Performing Arts Center. Food, Silent Auction and performances by the talented Keiki of Summer Stars morning program. For tickets and information call 808-246-8985 or visit www.hawaiichildrenstheatre.com.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2014-07-07 09:30 - 12:30 | West Kaua`i Tech & 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.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2014-07-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Sunday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. July 6 – Honoring Raymond Kane; July 13 – Poina `Ole – Never to be Forgotten; July 20 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; July 27 – Legends of Slack Key. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). The concerts are nahenahe – soft and sweet. Slack key guitar and `ukulele in the real old style. All traditional music with songs and stories of the islands, telling the history of this Hawaiian musical art form. Voted 2014 Best Live Show in Hawai`i by Hawai`i Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai `Ohana `O Hanalei. Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei. 3 to 5 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

50th State Fair
2014-07-06 12:00 - 23:00 | HI
Friday – Sunday, July 4 – 6:
50th State Fair. Join E.K. Fernadez for this year’s fair. Look for the all new Grizzly Experience, Sea Lion Splash, The Dark Knights Jousting Tournament, Circus, entertainment in the dining tent and more. Aloha Stadium, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd., Honolulu. Friday 6 to 11 p.m., Saturday 4 to 11 p.m., Sunday Noon to 11 p.m.
