Aloha Visitor Guides

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2019-02-01 11:00 - 13:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | 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 www.volcanoartcenter.org.

﻿Punahou Carnival 2019 – “The Greatest Show on Earth
2019-02-01 11:00 - 2019-02-02 23:00 | Punahou School, 1601 Punahou St., Honolulu, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, February 1 & 2:
Punahou Carnival 2019 – “The Greatest Show on Earth”. Two days of family fun. Fresh malasadas, mango chutney, kiddie games and E.K. Fernandez rides, White Elephant treasures and live musical entertainment are among the many treats that draw fans each year to the Punahou Carnival. Punahou School, 1601 Punahou St., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. both days. For information call (808) 944-5711 or visit www.punahou.edu.

Chinese New Year Celebration 2019
2019-02-01 13:00 - 17:00, 2019-02-02 10:00 - 22:00 | Chinatown Cultural Plaza, 100 N. Beretania St., Honolulu, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, February 1 & 2:
Chinese New Year Celebration 2019. Celebrate the Year of the Pig. The family-friendly event will feature food and craft booths, live entertainment, special cultural performances, lion and dragon dances, lion dancing on poles, and more. 2019 Narcissus Queen and her court, along with various lion dance groups, also will be visiting stores in Chinatown to wish them good luck for the new year as part of a traditional New Year’s blessing known as Choy Cheng on Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. Chinatown Cultural Plaza, 100 Beretania St., Honolulu. Friday 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For information call (808) 533-3181 or visit www.chinesechamber.com.

Friday Afternoons: Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2019-02-01 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. February 1 – Whales Homecoming; February 8 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; February 15 – Kaua`i Slack Key; February 22 – Sweet Hawai`i Dreams. 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 www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2019-02-01 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. March 1 – Hanalei Slack Key; March 8 – Honoring Keli`i Mawae of Molokai; March 15 – Heart of Slack Key; March 22 – Traditional Hawaiian Slack Key & Ukulele; March 29 – Gift of the Ancestors. 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 www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Asian Fest
2019-02-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Queen’s Marketplace, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI, 96738, United States
Friday, February 1:
Asian Fest. Lions and Taiko Drums. Welcome the Year of the Pig at the exciting “Asian Fest” at Queens’ MarketPlace. Celebrate with vibrant Lion Dancers and the driving rhythms of drums from around the world. Make sure you have your lycee (red envelope) ready with “lettuce” to feed the Lion and ensure good health and fortune in 2019. Waikoloa Beach Resort, Queen’s Marketplace, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa Village. 5 to 8 p.m. For more information visit www.queensmarketplace.net.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museu
2019-02-01 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 www.lahainarestoration.org.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2019-02-01 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. February 1 – Wailuku, on Market Street; February 8 – Lahaina, on Front Street; February 15 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; February 22 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center. For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit www.mauifridays.com.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2019-02-01 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.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2019-02-01 18:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, February 1:
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 www.artsatmarks.com.

First Friday at the Hawai`i State Art Museum
2019-02-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu, HI, United States
Friday, February 1:
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.

Jazz Minds
2019-02-01 18:30 - 2019-02-02 02:00 | 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.

O Nā Lani Sunset Stories
2019-02-01 18:30 - 2019-02-28 20:30 | International Market Place, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States
Nightly:
O Nā Lani 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 www.shopinternationalmarketplace.com.

Artist 2 Artist: Henry Kapono & Robi Kahakalau
2019-02-01 19:30 - 21:30 | McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, February 1:
Artist 2 Artist: Henry Kapono & Robi Kahakalau. Henry Kapono is a performer who has it all – vocalist, guitarist, songwriter, composer, thrilling performer, audience favorite, and multiple honors and awards, including a Grammy nomination. He has taken home numerous Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, including Male Vocalist of the Year, Song of the Year, Single of the Year, and Album & Rock Album of the Year. Hawaiian singer/guitarist and Na Hoku Hanohano award-winner Robi Kahakalau mixes the sounds of her native islands with elements of reggae, pop, singer/songwriter, folk, and rock balladry, plus the occasional touch of jazz and R&B. Not only that, her linguistic skills are as eclectic as her musical tastes; she’s fluent in English, French, Hawaiian, and Tahitian, and all four tongues show up on her recordings. In this popular concert series, Kapono talks one-on-one with his guests about their careers, followed by an intimate jam session and concert you don’t want to miss. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, 1 Cameron Wy., Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

A Midsummer Night’s Bollywood Dream
2019-02-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Kennedy Theatre, 1770 East-West Rd., Honolulu, 96822
Fridays – Sundays, February 1 – 10:
A Midsummer Night’s Bollywood Dream. “The course of true love never did run smooth….”–so true for both Shakespeare and Bollywood shows. Shakespeare’s most popular comedy meets the high energy song and dance of Bollywood as magic rules the forest in India, and the mischievous Puck plays havoc with everyone’s love life. Join the lovers, fairies, rude mechanicals, kings, and queens for a spectacle of Shakespearean and Bollywood proportions. Kennedy Theatre, 1770 East-West Rd., Honolulu. Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 956-7655 or visit www.manoa.hawaii.edu.

Run & Walk for Whales
2019-02-02 | Maui Harbor Shops in Ma`alaea, 300 Maalaea Rd, Wailuku, HI, 96793, United States
Saturday, February 2:
Run & Walk for Whales. Kicking off the 39th annual Maui Whale Festival, Pacific Whale Foundation’s annual Run & Walk for Whales is one of Maui’s largest and most scenic run and walking events. With newly designed courses safer than ever, people of all abilities and ages are encouraged to join in this fun and rewarding event. Choose from a 1 mile, 5K, 10K, or 10 mile course. The event includes a free continental breakfast, door prizes, post-race entertainment with Marty Dread and a Wild & Wonderful Whale Regatta. All proceeds benefit non-profit Pacific Whale Foundation’s mission to protect the ocean through science and advocacy. Online registration will close at 11:59 pm (Hawaiian-Aleutian time) on January 30, 2019, so register today at www.mauiwhalefestival.org/runwalk. Race begins and ends at the Maui Harbor Shops in Ma`alaea. Post-race festivities take place in the courtyard at the Maui Harbor Shops. For information email race director at run@pacificwhale.org.

Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival
2019-02-02 | Parker Ranch Historic Homes, Mamalahoa Hwy. 190, Waimea, HI, 96743, United States
Saturday, February 2:
Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival. The festival showcases the 60+ year old cherry trees planted at Church Row Park and the Japanese tradition of viewing them – hanami. The festival includes a variety of activities during the day at venues throughout Waimea. Look for pink banners identifying site locations from the Parker Ranch Historic Homes on Mamalahoa Hwy. 190 to the Hawaiian Homestead Farmer’s Market on Hwy. 19. Enjoy an all day lineup of Japanese and multi-cultural performing arts, plus hands-on demonstrations of bonsai, origami, traditional tea ceremony, and mochi pounding, and a host of colorful craft fairs. Free shuttle transportation among most venues. For more information call (808) 961-8706.

Wild & Wonderful Whale Regatta
2019-02-02 08:45 - 10:30 | Pacific Whale Foundation, 300 Ma`alaea Rd., Ma`alaea, HI, United States
Saturday, February 2:
Wild & Wonderful Whale Regatta. A fast-moving watercourse featuring miniature whales and will take place after the Run & Walk for Whales event. You can enter one or more whales to race in your name (or as a gift entry) for a chance to win fabulous prizes. All entries must be received by January 26, 2019. Donations benefit Pacific Whale Foundation’s mission to protect the ocean through science and advocacy and to inspire environmental stewardship. Grand Prize winner will receive free roundtrip airfare for two to Maui from the U.S. mainland or Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Hawai`i residents can choose a trip for two to the mainland or a trip for 4 to a neighbor island. There are other great prizes for second and third place winners. Pacific Whale Foundation, 300 Ma`alaea Rd., Ma`alaea. 8:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. To register, visit www.flpregister.com/378. For more information visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org.

Old Town Kapa`a Art Walk
2019-02-02 17:00 - 21:00 | Kapa`a Town, Kapa`a, HI, 96746, United States
Saturday, February 2:
Old Town Kapa`a Art Walk. Kapa`a Town goes all out for its First Saturday of every month Art Walk. The main street is lined with vendors selling Kaua`i Arts and crafts, with some of Kaua`i’s best musicians and bands playing up and down the street. There are lots of shops and restaurants to choose from. It’s great fun for the whole family and a great way to see Kaua`i life, whether you are a visitor or resident. Kapa`a Town. 5 to 9 p.m. Free.

Augie T’s Last Stand
2019-02-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo, HI, United States
Saturday, February 2:
Augie T’s Last Stand. After 27 years of performing stand-up comedy, veteran local comedian and Palace Theater favorite, Augie T announces his final big comedy tour. At 50 years old, it’s time to hang up the BVDs and focus on new endeavors in life. Augie T has been at the core of the local comedy revival since he began performing for audiences in Hawai`i and across the United States over a quarter century ago. He was named one of Pacific Business News 40 Under 40, funniest comic in Hawai`i by the Honolulu Star-Bulletin and Midweek, and one of Hawai`i’s Top 100 influential Filipinos. Augie’s work has been recognized as best comedy show by Honolulu Magazine, topped the DVD sales chart, and won two Hawai`i Music Awards and two Na Hoku Hanohano awards. Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo. 7 p.m. Tickets start at $25. All ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets available at the Palace Theater Box Office window or over the phone with a credit card at (808) 934-7010. For more information visit www.hilopalace.com.

The Big Game @ the MACC
2019-02-03 12:00 - 17:00 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, February 3:
The Big Game @ the MACC. Watch the game indoors on the huge screen in Castle Theater, outside in the Pavilion on a high-tech LED screen, or both; mix & mingle. Why shop for snacks? Why cook? Why clean up? Come to the MACC and leave the hassle behind. Hot and cold beverages will be available for purchase in the courtyard before and during the game and food trucks will be on hand selling ‘ono grindz and snacks. All ages welcome. No coolers, outside food/beverages, or tailgating please. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Wy., Kahului. Gates open at 12 noon. Free admission. For information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

E Kankapila Kakou 2019: E Kanikapila Kakou enters its 36th season with the theme “Music is Our Mo`olelo”
2019-02-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Aqua Kaua`i Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom, 4331 Kaua`i Beach Dr., Lihue, HI, United States
Mondays, February 4 – 25:
E Kankapila Kakou 2019: E Kanikapila Kakou enters its 36th season with the theme “Music is Our Mo`olelo”. Guest entertainers from around the islands will share their stories of important events, places and people in song. A donation in the calabash treats you to an unforgettable evening of aloha from the heart. There’s a No-Host bar and food concession in the ballroom. February 4 – Brother Noland, Darryl Gonsalves, Garrett Santos; February 11 – Amy Hanaiali`i Gilliom & Jeff Peterson; February 18 – `Oiwi (John Mahi, Kawaiola Yaris, Bronson Aiwohi); February 25 – Malie Foundation – Community Hula Night & `Ukulele Paradise 9-member troupe from Japan. Aqua Kaua`i Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom, 4331 Kaua`i Beach Dr., Lihue. 6 to 9 p.m. For information call (808) 245-2733 or visit www.gardenislandarts.org

LaVoix from Britain’s Got Talent & The Ab Fab
2019-02-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Kaua`i Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue, HI, United States
Tuesday, February 19:
LaVoix from Britain’s Got Talent & The Ab Fab. Semi-Finalist of Britain’s Got Talent and star of the Ab Fab Movie. Winning many prestigious awards over the years, La Voix is the UK’s Most Dazzling performer. For the past 10 years La Voix has been taking on the big divas and making them her own, on both stage and screen. Her unique stage show features amazing live singing, fabulous musicians, hilarious comedy and the most amazing gowns. La Voix is a vivacious performer, her many talents add saucy layers to her shows, with live spine-tingling vocals that are the finest in the industry. Her uncanny ability to switch between the vocal styles of Tina Turner, Shirley Bassey, Liza Minnelli, Judy Garland or Cher with the click of a finger leaves the audience mesmerized. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Adult and PG-13 humor. There’s a limited-space post-show wine reception backstage that can be purchased for an additional $20 per person. Kaua`i Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue. For tickets and information call (808) 245-7464 or visit www.kauai-concert.org.

Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program
2019-02-06 10:00 - 15:00 | HI
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 the supplies, you just provide the fun! Advance registration is mandatory as space is often filled weeks in advance. Register online at www.mauihumanesociety.org.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2019-02-06 18:45 - 21:30 | Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Every Wednesday:
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert. Enjoy 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”. February 6 – Led Ka`apana; February 13 – Jim “Kimo” West; February 20 – Jeff Peterson; February 27 – Mark Yamanaka. Dinner/Show packages are available. Located at the Sea House Restaurant at the Napili Kai Beach Resort (except for November 28th show with Raiatea Helm), 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 www.slackkeyshow.com.

Kaua`i Quilt Show 2019
2019-02-08 11:00 - 17:00 | Kaua`i Society of Artists Gallery, 3-2600 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue, HI, United States
February 8 – 20:
Kaua`i Quilt Show 2019. See over 70 locally made quilts on display, many for sale. There will also be over 30 “donation” quilts that will be for sale with 100% of the monies going directly to a Non-Profit Org. of the buyer’s choice. Vote for “Viewer’s Choice 2019” and visit the, new this year, Quilt Boutique to buy beautiful handmade gifts such as bags, table toppers, mug rugs, placemats and much more. Daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays until 8 p.m. Kukui Grove Mall, Kaua`i Society of Artists Gallery (behind Longs Drugs), 3-2600 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue.

Makawao Town’s 27th Annual Chinese New Year’s Lion Dance Celebration
2019-02-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Makawao Town, Baldwin and Makawao Avenue, Makawao, HI, United States
Saturday, February 9:
Makawao Town’s 27th Annual Chinese New Year’s Lion Dance Celebration. Makawao merchants invite you to come and join in this celebration. Au’s Shaolin Arts will offer the Lion Dance with a Martial Arts Demonstration and plenty of firecrackers to open the New Year. The corner of Baldwin and Makawao Avenues. 10 a.m. to noon After the demonstration the lion will dance through the streets of Makawao.

Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum
2019-02-09 11:00 - 15:00 | Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu, HI, United States
Saturday, February 9:
Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum. Free hands-on art activities for all ages are hosted in the first floor Multipurpose Room. All materials are provided. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last. For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov.

Second Saturday at Warehouse 3540
2019-02-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Warehouse 3540, 3540 Koloa Rd., Kalaheo, HI, United States
Saturday, February 9:
Second Saturday at Warehouse 3540. This is a great family-friendly event in a cool old warehouse converted into a community space on the south side, with vendors, shops, food trucks, and live music. Warehouse 3540, 3540 Koloa Rd., Kalaheo. 6 to 9 p.m. For information visit www.warehouse3540.com.
