Makahiki Challenge 2014

Saturday, May 24: Makahiki Challenge 2014. The Makahiki Challenge is a 3+ mile obstacle journey through tireless hills, rough terrain, mud pits and more. Designed to test your physical endurance and mental toughness this challenge will make sure that you "go all out." Located at Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohi. 9 a.m. to 2 […]

$35

4th Annual International Ukulele Contest & Hula Show

Ala Moana Shopping Center, Center Stage 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI, United States

Saturday, May 24: 4th Annual International Ukulele Contest & Hula Show. Enjoy a contest between ‘ukulele stars ready to take their talents to the next level. Ala Moana Shopping Center, Center Stage, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is part of the Annual Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i. For information […]

Na Hoku Hanohano Awards

Saturday, May 24: Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. This awards ceremony for Hawai`i recording industry is the equivalent of the Grammy Awards. Awards ceremony, including music performances, will be televised live. Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 4-6 p.m. For information call (808) 593-9424 or visit www.nahokuhanohano.org.

Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i

Kaka`ako Waterfront Park Honolulu, HI, United States

Sunday, May 25: Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i. An event that aims to share the ukulele with people of all ages and nationalities, well-known ukulele players from Hawai`i, Japan, and around the world will converge to make music along Oahu’s south shore until sunset. Kaka`ako Waterfront Park, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy a variety of booths featuring Hawaiian crafts, […]

Free

Annual Banana Poka Roundup

Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow Waimea, HI, United States

Sunday, May 25: Annual Banana Poka Roundup. Annual forest education fair with live music, craft workshops, kid fun, and displays by conservation groups. The festival also is the finish line for the 5th annual Pedal to the Meadow bicycle race. Koke`e at Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 335-9975 or […]

16th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai`i

Monday, May 26: 16th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai`i. Residents and visitors gather at Ala Moana Beach Park to honor loved ones and generate hope for the future. Ceremony begins at 6 p.m. For more information call (808) 942-1848 or visit www.lanternfloatinghawaii.com.

Hawaiian Music Series

Baldwin Home Lawn 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, United States

Thursday, May 29: Hawaiian Music Series. Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians. 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 […]

Free

Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs

Keauhou Shopping Center 78-6831 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, United States

June 14 – 22: Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs. Since its debut in 1994, this event has become Kona’s premier road race, with four great family races - marathon, half-marathon, and 5-K and 10-K runs. All four events start at Keauhou Shopping Center, with the marathon at 5:30 a.m., the half marathon at 6 […]

Al Jarreau

Castle Theater 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, United States

Friday, May 30: Al Jarreau. A smooth crooner with a flair for scat singing, vocal icon Al Jarreau has released jazz, pop, and R&B records across four decades, winning seven Grammy awards in the process. He received his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2001. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, […]

Ironman 70.3 Half Triathlon

Fairmont Orchid Resort 1 North Kaniku Drive, Kamuela, HI, United States

Saturday, May 31: Ironman 70.3 Half Triathlon. This event is half the Ironman distance – 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike, and 13.1-mile run, and is held at the beautiful Fairmont Orchid, Hawai`i Resort on the Kohala Coast. It is part of the official qualifier series for the 2014 Ironman Triathlon World Championship in October. The swim […]