Obon Dance & Festival – Paia Mantokuji Mission
Paia Mantokuji Mission 5636 Hana Hwy., Paia, HI, United StatesThroughout the Month of July: Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below: Saturday, […]
Big Island Hawaiian Music Festival
Afook Chinen Hilo Civic Auditorium 799 Pi`ilani Street, Hilo, HI, United StatesSaturday & Sunday, July 13 & 14: Big Island Hawaiian Music Festival. Enjoy authentic Hawaiian music, including ukulele, slack key and steel guitar, and falsetto singing at this always popular event featuring artists from around Hawaii. Afook Chinen Hilo Civic Auditorium, 799 Pi`ilani Street, Hilo, noon to 6 p.m. each day. For information and schedule […]
Nā Hōkū Hou Award Winners Concert
Maui Arts & Cultural Center Pavilion/Amphitheater 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, United StatesSaturday, July 13: Nā Hōkū Hou Award Winners Concert. Celebrate the year’s musical "Bests" in Hawai`i! This 3rd annual concert features winners of the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, as presented by the Hawai`i Academy of Recording Arts (HARA). A wonderful evening of music in the beautiful Yokouchi Pavilion, with both current and previous Nā Hōkū […]
Hawaiian Moonlight
Bailey House Museum 2375 Main St., Wailuku, HI, United StatesSaturday, July 13: Hawaiian Moonlight. Entertainment featuring George Kahumuku Jr. and friends who volunteer their talent, and organize stage performances of Hawaiian music as their way of "giving back" to the Bailey House Museum. Bring your blanket or a low back beach chair and enjoy the evening listening to music under the moon and stars. […]
Samulgwangdae – Korean Dance and Drumming: Asia Pacific Dance Festival
Kennedy Theatre 1770 East-West Rd., HonoluluSunday, July 14: Samulgwangdae – Korean Dance and Drumming: Asia Pacific Dance Festival. Thrill to the contemporary and theatrical reinterpretations of traditional farmers’ band music, shamanistic ceremonies, and acrobatic military exercises. UH Manoa Outreach, Kennedy Theatre, 1770 East-West Rd., Honolulu. 2 p.m. For tickets call (808) 944-2697 or visit www.etickethawaii.com.
A Taste of Old Kaua`i
Waipa Ahupua`a 5-5785A Kuhio Hwy. , Hanalei, HI, United StatesFriday, July 19: A Taste of Old Kaua`i. 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 […]
Les Miserables
Puhi Theatrical Warehouse 4411E. Kikowaena Street, Puhi, HI, United StatesJuly 18-21 & July 25-28: Les Miserables. Hawaii Children’s Theatre Summer Stock Production of one of the all time great musicals. Thur., Fri. and Sat. at 7 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 4 p.m. All performances at the Puhi Theatrical Warehouse, 4411E. Kikowaena Street in Puhi, behind Harley Davidson. Seating is limited. For information and […]
Atamira Dance Company
Castle Theater 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, United StatesThursday, July 18: Atamira Dance Company. From Aotearoa/New Zealand: the leading creators of Maori contemporary dance theater, with works that embody the essence of their unique landscape and cultural identity. Atamira’s choreographers, dancers and designers reflect a diverse cross-section of voices from both urban and rural backgrounds, telling the stories of Maori people through compelling […]
Koloa Plantation Days and Rodeo
CJM Rodeo Arena Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI, United StatesJuly 19 - 28: Koloa Plantation Days and Rodeo. Enjoy an amazing festival of family fun, great food, beer garden and exciting competitions including roping, barrel racing, and bull riding competitions. Rodeo will be held at the CJM Rodeo Arena July 19 - 21. For event calendar and information call (808) 652-3217 or visit www.koloaplantationdays.com.
Obon Festival – Jikoen Hongwanji Buddhist Temple
Jikoen Hongwanji 1731 N. School St., Honolulu, HI, United StatesFriday & Saturday, July 19 & 20: Obon Festival – Jikoen Hongwanji Buddhist Temple. The season of remembrance of honoring the spirit of those passed on, celebrated with special services and festivals. Jikoen Hongwanji, 6 p.m., 1731 N. School St. (diagonally across Kam Shopping Center on Likelike Hwy.) For information call (808) 845-3422.