`Iolani Luahine Hula Festival
Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay 78-128 Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona, HI, United StatesFriday & Saturday, January 26 & 27: `Iolani Luahine Hula Festival. The festival was established in 2003 with a vision to perpetuate the hula, and it also serves as a way to honor the memory of `Iolani Luahine and her contributions to the preservation of hula and Hawaiian culture. Workshops and public performances will take […]
Hawaiian Sunset Saturdays
Coconut Grove Marketplace Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona, HI, United StatesSaturday, January 27: Hawaiian Sunset Saturdays. Celebrate Kona’s spectacular sunset with live Hawaiian music and Hula. Coconut Grove Marketplace, 75-5809 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Free admission. For information, visit http://kvbid.org/.
Book Trust’s 6th Annual Extravanganza: Treasure Island
Fairmont Kea Lani Maui 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI, United StatesSaturday, January 27: Book Trust’s 6th Annual Extravanganza: Treasure Island. Gather your mates and celebrate with a hearty crew of Book Trust supporters! Their mission is to empower low income keiki by providing them with true treasure - the opportunity to choose and own books. Featuring live entertainment, a delicious feast and a fabulous auction. The […]
Judy Ridolfino and Judy’s Gang are ready to party!
Castle Theater 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, United StatesSunday, January 28: Judy Ridolfino and Judy’s Gang are ready to party! Don't be shy, they'll show you how to dance! Do the twist, the silly squirrel dance, the boogie oogie oogie, and more. Enjoy family fun for all ages in this two-hour show of tap and jazz dancing. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle […]
The Emily T Gail Show
The Emily T Gail Show, aka “Emily T Gail Talk Story” is about sports, recreation and community events where Emily is involved: Island of Hawai`i and Detroit, her home town. Sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide, Emily’s show includes lots of golf talk as the PGA Aloha Swing broadcast on NBC/Golf Channel worldwide has […]
Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program
Maui Humane Society Shelter 1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene, HI, United StatesEvery 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 […]
Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit
Kaua`i Museum 4428 Rice St., Lihue, HI, United StatesDaily: Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit. Cleopatra’s Barge was an opulent yacht built in Massachusetts in 1816. It became The Royal Yacht of King Kamehameha II but was wrecked in 1824. It cost about $50,000 to build, and about the same amount for luxury furnishings. Marvel at the opulence of this beautifully crafted ship, whose splendor […]
Sunset Stories
International Market Place 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, United StatesNightly: 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 […]
Jazz Minds
Jazz Minds 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, HI, United StatesEvery 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 […]
Kaua`i Steel Guitar Festival
Courtyard Kaua`i at Coconut Beach 650 Aleka Lp., Kapa`a, HI, United StatesFriday & Saturday, February 2 & 3: Kaua`i Steel Guitar Festival. The Kaua`i Steel Guitar Festival celebrates the Hawaiian steel guitar and its influence on Hawaiian music. Open stage performances begin at noon Friday. Hawaiian steel guitar workshops will be offered on Friday evening, followed by a kanikapila where festival guests can play along with their […]