Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2013-10-20 13:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kailua Village, Ali`i Drive, Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, October 20:
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll. One Sunday each month from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway. 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.

Hawaiian Music Series
2013-10-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Bailey House Museum, 2375A Main St, Wailuku, HI, 96739, United States
Thursday, October 24:
Hawaiian Music Series. 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 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Xterra 10K/Hula Grill Xterra 5K/Kimo’s Keiki K
2013-10-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Ritz-Carlton, 1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Kapalua, HI, 96761 , United States
Saturday, October 26:
Xterra 10K/Hula Grill Xterra 5K/Kimo’s Keiki K. The off-road adventurous spirit of XTERRA reaches out to the community with XTERRA Kapalua Trail Runs as well as Kimo’s XTERRA Keiki K (free for kids twelve and under). Duke’s Beach House XTERRA 10K and Hula Grill XTERRA 5K races are open to everyone (the 5K is open for walkers too!) 9 a.m. to Noon. The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Maui Resort, 1 Ritz Carlton Dr., Kapalua, For information call (877) 751-8880 or visit www.xterraplanet.com/maui/mauiTrailRun.html.

Waikiki Artfest
2013-10-26 09:00 - 16:00 | Kapiolani Park, 3840 Paki Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Saturday & Sunday, October 26 & 27:
Waikiki Artfest. Featuring the art of 75 – 100 of Hawai`i’s finest artists and handcraft artisans who display their own art for sale. Live entertainment as well as great food. Kapiolani Park at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki, directly across from the entrance to the Honolulu Zoo. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. For information call (808) 696-6717.

Hispanic Heritage Festival & Health Fair
2013-10-26 10:00 - 18:00
Saturday, October 26:
Hispanic Heritage Festival & Health Fair. At this family friendly event, there will be lots of live entertainment, food booths, crafts, cultural displays, specialty booths, and children’s activities. Everyone is asked to donate one can of food which will go to the Hawai`i Food Bank, or any type of school supplies that will go to keiki at an adopted school. Drop these off at the volunteer booth. Kapiolani Park Bandstand, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For information call (808) 285-0072 or visit www.hispaniceventshawaii.com.

Roots in Jazz Concert Series – Tuck and Patti
2013-10-26 19:30 - 22:00
Saturday, October 26:
Roots in Jazz Concert Series – Tuck and Patti. The charismatic American jazz duo has shared the stage with everyone from Miles Davis to Ella Fitzgerald. Tuck Andress, playing in a lilting Wes Montgomery style, accompanies Patti Cathcart’s gospel-inflected vocals on jazz standards and their own original songs. Honolulu Museum of Art, Doris Duke Theatre, 901 Kinau St., Honolulu. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Xterra World Championship
2013-10-27 | Ritz-Carlton, 1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Kapalua, HI, 96761 , United States
Sunday, October 27:
Xterra World Championship. The last in a series of nearly 100 off-road triathlon races held in 16 countries and 30+ U.S. States. The concept is to provide a bona-fide off-road world championship for amateur and pro athletes. For pros there is $105,000 in prize money at stake. Amateurs race for the title of XTERRA World Champion. Also, the fastest male and female age group swim time (from start to timing station between beach exit and T1) receive a XTERRA Vortex Full wetsuit. Ritz-Carlton, 1 Ritz Carlton Dr., Kapalua. For information call (877) 751-8880 or visit www.xterraplanet.com.

The Night Before Halloween Costume Contest
2013-10-30 18:00 - 21:00
Wednesday, October 30:
The Night Before Halloween Costume Contest. Try out your costume the night before Halloween at Hula Grill Ka`anapali. Contest begins at 6 p.m. for the kids and 7:30 p.m. for the adults. Highly sought after prizes will be awarded for Best Adult and Best Kid costumes. Hula Grill Ka`anapali, 2435 Ka`anapali Pkwy., (Whalers Village), Lahaina. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (It ends when it ends). For information call (808) 667-6636 or visit www.hulagrillkaanapali.com.

Halloween on Front Street
2013-10-31 16:30 - 21:30
Thursday, October 31:
Halloween on Front Street. Festivities will begin on Front Street with the 34th Annual Keiki Halloween Costume Parade at 4:30. Enjoy local entertainment, a costume contest, and celebrations at local shops and restaurants along Front Street in Lahaina. For information call (808) 667-9175 or visit www.visitlahaina.com.

Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
2013-11-01
November 1 – 10:
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival. Festival goers are immersed in a Kona coffee extravaganza that includes such favorites as the prestigious Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Cupping Competition, Kona coffee cooking and recipe competitions, art exhibits, Kona coffee farm tours, and cultural events that honor nearly 200 years of coffee heritage in Hawai`i. For complete schedule, venues, and information call (808) 326-7820 or visit www.konacoffeefest.com.

Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
2013-11-01 | 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.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2013-11-01 04:00 - 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. November 1 – Honoring Raymond Kane; November 8 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; November 15 – Legends of Slack Key; November 22 – Mountain to Sea Slack Key; November 29 – Poina `Ole – Never Be Forgotten. 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.

Free Onsite Coral Reef Naturalist Program
2013-11-01 08:00 - 12:00 | Wailea’s Ulua Beach, Ulua beach Rd, Wailea, HI, 96753, United States
Ongoing, Daily:
Free Onsite Coral Reef Naturalist Program. Learn the names of fish you’ve seen while snorkeling and how to protect Maui’s coral reefs at Pacific Whale Foundation’s free Coral Reef Information Station. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Wailea’s Ulua Beach. For information call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2013-11-01 08:00 - 17:00 | 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. 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.

Na Mele Makana benefit for the Hale Ho`ola Hamakua Foundation
2013-11-01 08:00 - 17:00
Friday, November 15:
Na Mele Makana benefit for the Hale Ho`ola Hamakua Foundation. Slack Key Guitar Concert. Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by Martin Pahinui, Brad Bordessa and Anuhea Lim, for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”. Honoka`a Peoples Theatre, 45-3574 Mamane St., Honoka`a. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m. For information and tickets visit www.slackkeyshow.com or call (808) 775-0000.

13th Annual Black & White Night
2013-11-01 08:00 - 17:00
Friday, November 1:
13th Annual Black & White Night. An upscale street party of sorts, the event will feature shops and restaurants offering samples, bargains, and special guest appearances by artists and authors. Free live music will be provided at many different venues. A Treasure Hunt will be conducted with prizes. Dress casually or formally for this black and white event. Downtown Hilo, Haili Street. For more information, call (808) 935-8850 or visit www.downtownhilo.com.

A Taste of Kaua`i, Yesterday and Today
2013-11-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Waipa Ahupua`a, 5-5785A Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Friday, November 22:
A Taste of Kaua`i, Yesterday and Today. Guests are saturated in timeless beauty at the Waipa Ahupua`a, one of 67 watersheds homesteaded by the first Polynesians. A one-of-a-kind experience for those who wish to explore traditional agriculture and food. Lunch included. Reservations are required three days before event. $115. 5-5785A Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei. For information and reservations call (808) 635-0257.

Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau)
2013-11-01 10:00 - 17:00
Friday, November 1:
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
2013-11-01 11:00 - 13:00
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.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2013-11-01 18:00 - 21:00
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. November 1 – Wailuku, on Market Street; November 8 – Lahaina, on Front Street; November 15 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; November 22 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center. For more information visit www.mauifridays.com.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2013-11-01 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 6-9 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.

K.I.D.S. School Annual Craft Carnival
2013-11-02 08:30 - 15:00 | Kapa`a Beach Park, 56-106 Kapaa Road, Kapaa, HI, 96755 , United States
Saturday, November 2:
K.I.D.S. School Annual Craft Carnival. Annual fundraiser for KIDS Preschool includes carnival games for the keiki, bake sale, Kaua`i crafters, large Tag Sale with toys, books and household items, lunch : lau lau and chili, cotton candy, shave ice, Silent Auction. On the Beach in Kapa`a behind First Hawaiian Bank. 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 822-0407.

Veterans Day Parade
2013-11-02 10:00 - 14:00
Saturday, November 2:
Veterans Day Parade, “Honoring our Hawai`i National Guard”. Kapa`a. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. For information call (808) 246-1135 or visit www.kauaiveteranscenter.com.

The Pacific Rim Jazz Festival
2013-11-02 15:00 - 22:00
Saturday, November 2:
The Pacific Rim Jazz Festival. Entertainers featured are Sheila E, Bobby Caldwell, Keiko Matsui, Mindi Abair, Brian Simpson, Spencer Day, Gregg Karukas, Michael Paulo, Jackiem Joyner, Rene Paulo, Jimmy Borges, Ginai and Al Waterson. The Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, 3 – 10 p.m. Tickets are available at TIX.com or at (951) 696-0184. For more information, visit www.pacificrimjazzfestival.com.

Restaurant Week Wailea
2013-11-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Wailea Resort, 555 Kaukahi St., Kihei, HI, 96753, United States
November 3 – 9:
Restaurant Week Wailea. This celebration of Wailea’s finest cuisine can be enjoyed at participating resort restaurants throughout Wailea. Chefs will create some remarkable three course, fresh inspired pre-fixe menus for just $29*, $39* or $49* per person (*depending on the restaurant – beverages, tax & gratuity not included). No tickets, passes or coupons needed – simply make your reservations and enjoy! For information call (808) 874-6866 or visit www.wailearesortassociation.com for a list of participating restaurants and reservation phone numbers.

Makuahi Cave Reserve Tours
2013-11-03 09:00 - 14:00
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.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2013-11-03 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. November 3 – Ohana Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele Concert; November 10 – Heart of Slack Key; November 17 – Kaua`i Slack Key; November 24 – Honoring Raymond Kane. 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.

Hilo Medical Center Wine, Cheese, Chocolate and More!
2013-11-03 16:00 - 21:00
Sunday, November 3:
Hilo Medical Center Wine, Cheese, Chocolate and More! This annual benefit supports Hilo Medical Center and recognizes the physician of the year. Featuring locally grown food and wine plus a silent auction. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, 71 Banyan Drive, Hilo HI 96720. 4 to 9 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 935-2957 or www.hilomedicalcenterfoundation.org.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2013-11-04 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 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.

Emily T Gail Show
2013-11-05
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.
