Aloha Visitor Guides

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2013-12-06 18:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Art Night in Hanapepe, Hanapepe Road, Kauai, 96761
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.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2013-12-06 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.

The Festival of Lights, Opening Ceremony
2013-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | HI
Friday, December 6:
The Festival of Lights, Opening Ceremony. The Park lights glow every night through the New Year. The Festival of Lights interior display of Auntie Josie’s gorgeous creations and the dazzling creations crafted by Kauai artisans is open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. through Christmas Eve with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free. For information call (808) 639-8564 or visit www.kauaifestivaloflights.com.

Na Makua Invitational Christmas Gift Fair
2013-12-06 16:00 - 21:00 | HI
Friday & Saturday, December 6 & 7:
Na Makua Invitational Christmas Gift Fair. Enjoy the company of some of Hawai`i’s best artists and producers of fine handmade crafts and gifts. Enjoy live entertainment along with delicious food, refreshments and prize drawings. Free Admission. Ah Fook Chinen Civic Auditorium, Manono St., Hilo, Friday 4 to 9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 966-4647 or visit www.namakua.com.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2013-12-06 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. December 6 – Hanalei Slack Key; December 13 – For the Birds Slack Key; December 20 – Heart of Slack Key; December 27 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands. 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.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2013-12-06 11:00 - 13:00 | HI
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.

Christmas Craft Fair and Lights on Rice Street
2013-12-06 10:00 - 20:00 | HI
Friday, December 6:
Christmas Craft Fair and Lights on Rice Street! Celebrate Christmas with the Kaua`i Museum as you create crafts of all sorts and watch stunning floats as they glow and glisten along Rice Street. The Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. Craft fair hours 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Find authentic gifts from Kaua`i for your friends, family and loved ones. For information, call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

Kaimuki Christmas Parade
2013-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 | HI
Thursday, December 5:
Kaimuki Christmas Parade. Parade starts at 6 p.m. Young and old will congregate along Waialae Avenue, starting at Chaminade University and traveling up to Koko Head Avenue, with Santa Claus as the finale. The parade culminates with the lighting of the Kaimuki Christmas Tree near the Fire Station. Kaimuki Town, Waialae Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 739-5272 or email kbpa.hawaii@gmail.com.

Isreali Folk Dancing Maui – Annual Community Chanukah Party
2013-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 | HI
Thursday, December 5:
Isreali Folk Dancing Maui – Annual Community Chanukah Party. A festive elaborate traditional Chanukah pot luck dinner with live piano Jewish music, Chanukah candle lighting, and Israeli folk dancing. The public is welcome, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Maui Lu, Kihei.

Pacific Aviation Museum’s 7th Anniversary Dinner Gala: “Some Enchanted Evening”
2013-12-05 17:30 - 21:30 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Thursday, December 5:
Pacific Aviation Museum’s 7th Anniversary Dinner Gala: “Some Enchanted Evening”. This year, the annual fundraiser for Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor takes you back to 1950s Bali Hai with Polynesian decorations, cuisine, and entertainment. Dan Cooke emcees. Cocktails, dinner, entertainment, and silent auction to help support the Museum’s Education and Restoration programs. Pacific Aviation Museum, Historic Ford Island, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. For information, to sponsor tables, and for tickets call (808) 441-1006.

Hui Noeau’s First Night
2013-12-05 17:00 - 20:00 | HI
Thursday, December 5:
Hui Noeau’s First Night. Enjoy festive drinks and pupus, spirited music, and door prizes. Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center, 2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao. 5 to 8 p.m. Fee $30 per person. For information call (808) 572-6560 or visit www.huinoeau.com.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2013-12-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Pavilion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Napili, 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”. December 4 – Reunion at the Ritz with Dennis Kamakahe & George Kahumoku (this show only will be at the Ritz Carlton, Kapalua); December 11 – Ledward Kaapana; December 18 – George Kahumoku; December 25 – Herb Ohta Jr. & Jon Yamasato – Christmas Show. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. Pavilion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, Napili (with the exception of the December 4th show). 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit www.slackkeyshow.com.

Castle Medical Christmas Tree Lighting
2013-12-04 18:15 - 22:00 | HI
Wednesday, December 4:
Castle Medical Christmas Tree Lighting. The event, a beloved family tradition for Windward Oahu, promise to be even more special this year as the medical center celebrates its 50th anniversary. Plans include colorful decorations, bright lights, holiday concerts and trolley rides. Photo opportunities with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus and Nana Bear. A special holiday concert by Nathan Aweau at 7:30 p.m. Arrive at Castle early with your picnic supper and grab a prime spot on the lawn with your family & friends. Castle Medical Center 640 Ulukahiki St., Kailua. 6:15 to 10 p.m. For information call (808) 263-5400 or visit www.castlemed.org.

Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program
2013-12-04 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.

Hawai`iana Live
2013-12-04 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.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport - Queens Marketplace
2013-12-03 08:30 - 12:30 | 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.

Emily T Gail Show
2013-12-03 | 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.

Jazz Minds
2013-12-02 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 a.m. nightly. For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2013-12-02 09:30 | 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 along with 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.

Mililani Town Christmas Parade
2013-12-02 08:00 - 17:00 | HI
Saturday, December 7:
Mililani Town Christmas Parade. Mililani Shopping Center will be welcoming the holiday
season with a host of winter-themed crafts, performances, and activities for kids of all ages! Festivities begin at 9
a.m., as the parade begins at Mililani Shopping Center, 95-221 Kipapa Dr., Mililani, and travels to the town center.
For information call (808) 722-6467.

Harps & Horns
2013-12-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, December 1:
Harps & Horns. Celebrate the Christmas Season with the sound of harps, horns and voice. The band will perform original pieces of music composed especially for them as well as commissioned arrangements of Hawaiian music, along with traditional Christmas music. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 3 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2013-12-01 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. December 1 – Gift of the Ancestors; December 8 – Legends of Slack Key; December 15 – Whales Homecoming; December 22 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; December 29 – Spirit 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. 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.

Makuahi Cave Reserve Tours
2013-12-01 09:00 - 14:00 | HI
Sundays:
Makuahi Cave Reserve Tours. At the center of its many attractions is Hawai`i’s largest limestone cave, the richest fossil site in the islands, and a uniquely preserved archaeological site. It’s a living museum dedicated not just to the past, but also to experiments in native species conservation. Located in Maha`ulepu. Guided tours 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 482-1059 or visit www.cavereserve.org.

Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
2013-12-01 | Kaua`i Village Shopping Center, 4-356 Kuhio Highway, Wailua-Anahola, HI, 96746, United States
Daily:
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) 821-1234 or visit www.thechildrenoftheland.com.

Holiday Affair: Holiday Concert and Silent Auction
2013-11-30 16:30 - 19:30 | HI
Saturday, November 30:
Holiday Affair: Holiday Concert and Silent Auction. Celebrate the magic of the Holidays with the Donkey Mill Art Center. Enjoy a benefit concert and silent auction at the beautiful Holualoa Inn, 76-5932 Mamalahoa Hwy., Holualoa with Hawaiian swing band Kahula Nui. 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Admission: Adults $25, Children $12. For tickets and information call (808) 322-3362.

Hangar Talk & Book Signing with Rob Simbeck
2013-11-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Saturday, November 30:
Hangar Talk & Book Signing with Rob Simbeck, author of Daughter of the Air: The Brief Soaring Life of Cornelia Fort. Pacific Aviation Museum, located at 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Oahu. Book signing from 2 to 4 p.m.; Hangar Talk from 3 to 4 p.m;. cake and punch reception to follow. Free with Museum admission and free to Museum Members. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

E Ho`oula Aloha Benefit Concert for Bailey House Museum
2013-11-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Bailey House Museum, 2375A Main St, Wailuku, HI, 96739, United States
Saturday, November 30:
E Ho`oula Aloha Benefit Concert for Bailey House Museum. The entertainment features Uluwehi Guerrero, Leiohu Ryder, and Richard Hoopi`i. Bring your blanket or a low back beach chair and enjoy the day listening to music, watching the grace and beauty of the hula dancers, and going back in time to Old Hawai`i. Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors, pre-holiday shopping at the museum gift shop, free museum admission, food booths, and a silent auction are all part of this celebration of Hawaiian culture. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 on the day of the event. Children under 12 are free with a paid adult. Bailey House Museum, 2375A Main Street, Wailuku. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Bailey House or by calling (808) 244-3326.

Holiday Craft Fair
2013-11-23 09:00 - 13:00 | HI
Saturday, November 23:
Holiday Craft Fair. Quality handmade crafts and products made by Kaua`i vendors. Crafts include beautiful hand-made jewelry, tote bags, apparel for the family, make it and take it craft items for the keiki, Christmas ornaments, artwork, and more. King Kaumuali`i Elementary School, 4380 Hanamaulu Rd., Lihue. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. For information call (808) 634-1376.

12th Annual Hawai'i Pacific University Winter Concert
2013-11-22 19:00 - 21:00 | HI
Friday, November 22:
12th Annual Hawai’i Pacific University Winter Concert 7:00pm – 9:00pm at the Central Union Church. Enjoy this Winter Concert featuring the HPU Band, International Vocal Ensemble, Chorale, and HPU Symphony Orchestra. Titled, “In Dulci Jubilo,” (Joy to the World), talented HPU musicians will present works from around the world as well as a few Christmas classics! Free admission, calabash offering, plenty of free parking. Contact: tmccreary@hpu.edu for more information or visit www.hpu.edu/HPUEvents/HPUArchives2013/11/winter-concert.html.

Hawaiian Music Series – Kamehameha School Maui Hawaiian Ensemble
2013-11-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, November 21:
Hawaiian Music Series – Kamehameha School Maui Hawaiian Ensemble. Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert. 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) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.
