Aloha Visitor Guides

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-25 18:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Papa`aloa Hongwanji, 35-2026 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Papa`aloa, HI, United States
Throughout the Month of July:
Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i 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:

Friday & Saturday, July 4 & 5: Puna Hongwanji Mission,16-592 Old Volcano Rd., Kea`au-Mountain View. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 966-9981.
Saturday, July 4: Kohala Hongwanji, 53-4294 Akoni Pule Hwy., Waimea. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 775-7232.
Saturday, July 11: Kona Daifukuji Soto Mission, 79-7241 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua, Service 6:30 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 322-3524.
Saturday, July 11: Kohala Jodo Mission, Kapa`au. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 775-0965.
Saturday July 11: Pa`auilo Hongwanji, Pa`auilo. Service 6:30 p.m., Dance 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 776-1369.
Saturday, July 11: Hilo Meisho-in Mission, 97 Olona St., Hilo Service 7 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 935-6996.
Friday & Saturday, July 17 & 18: Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin, 398 Kilauea Ave., Hilo. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 962-6677.
Saturday, July 18: Honoka`a Hongwanji, 45-5016 Plumeria St., Honoka`a. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 775-7232
Saturday, July 18: Ke`ei Buddhist Church (Kona Hongwanji), 81-6630 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 323-2993.
Saturday, July 25: Hilo Hooganji Mission, 457 Manono St., Hilo. Service 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 935-8331.
Saturday July 25: Kona Hongwanji, 81-6630 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua. Lantern parade 6 p.m., Dance 6:30 p.m. Hatsubon service on Sunday, July 26, 9 a.m. For information call (808) 323-2993.
Saturday July 25: Papa`aloa Hongwanji, 35-2026 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Papa`aloa. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 962-6340.

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Kona Hongwanji, 81-6630 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI, United States

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Hilo Hooganji Mission, 457 Manono St., Hilo, HI, United States

Sesame St. Live: Let's Dance!
2015-07-25 17:30 - 19:00, 2015-07-25 14:00 - 15:30, 2015-07-25 10:30 - 12:00, 2015-07-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday – Sunday, July 24 – 26:
Sesame St. Live: Let’s Dance! Sesame Street Live “Let’s Dance!” offers an up-close, interactive experience. The audience is invited to dance as favorite Sesame Street friends dance with fans of all ages. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. Friday 7 p.m.; Saturday 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m, and 5:30 p.m; Sunday, 1 and 4 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Hanalei Canoe Club’s Annual Luau
2015-07-25 16:30 - 21:30 | Hanalei Canoe Club’s Clubhouse, Aku Rd, Hanalei, HI, United States
Saturday, July 25:
Hanalei Canoe Club’s Annual Luau. The Canoe Club’s final fundraising event of the paddling season, featuring traditional Hawaiian fare and Hula dancing, local music, fire dancers and a silent auction. Proceeds allow local youth paddlers to attend the Hawaiian State Outrigger Paddling Championships without cost to them. Hanalei Canoe Club’s clubhouse near Hanalei Pier, on the Hanalei River. 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. $40 for adults, $15 ages 12 and under. For information call (808) 639-4048 or visit www.hanaleicanoeclub.org.

Kilauea Art Night
2015-07-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Historic Stone Building, 4270 Kilauea Rd., Kilauea, HI, United States
Saturday, July 25:
Kilauea Art Night. Discover locally made pottery, wood work, original fine art, jewelry, organic skincare, handmade soaps, wish trees, apparel, chocolates and more. There is a wide variety of food vendors from around Kaua`i. Enjoy dinner listening to live music. Don’t miss the Keiki Fire & Light performance at 7 p.m. on the back lawn. Historic Stone Building, 4270 Kilauea Rd., Kilauea. 4 to 8 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 635-2572.

Na Mea Hula
2015-07-25 09:30 - 13:30 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, July 25:
Na Mea Hula. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko performances, presenting a lovely display of “Na Mea Hula” (all things hula), visitors share in a variety of instruments, implements and lei styles that play an integral role in the life of the hula practitioner. This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family friendly. Lanai of the Volcano Art Gallery. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Hula Kahiko Performance by Kumu Hula Bobo Palacat with Hula Halau Na Pua Ha`aheao `o Kona
2015-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Saturday, July 25:
Hula Kahiko Performance by Kumu Hula Bobo Palacat with Hula Halau Na Pua Ha`aheao `o Kona. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond have been invited to perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in an area known as Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. The event is free, park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Dragon Boat Festival
2015-07-25 | Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Saturday, July 25:
Dragon Boat Festival. A unique annual local, national and international dragon boat competition attracting hundreds of novice, amateur and professional sport paddler teams from all around the world. Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. For information call (808) 593-9776.

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-24 19:30 - 22:00 | Koloa Jodo Mission, 3480 Waikomo Rd., Koloa, HI, United States
Throughout the Month of July:
Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i 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. Free admission. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below:

Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Waimea Higashi Hongwanji, 9554 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea. Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 338-1847.
Friday & Saturday, July 17 & 18: Kaua`i Soto Zen Temple in Hanapepe, 3205 Umi St., Lihue. 6 – 9 p.m. For information call (808) 346-4650.
Friday & Saturday, July 24 & 25: Koloa Jodo Mission, 3480 Waikomo Rd., Koloa. 7:30 – 10 p.m. For information call (808) 742-6735.
Friday & Saturday, July 31 & August 1: West Kaua`i Hongwanji Hanapepe Temple, 1-3860 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Hanapepe. 7:30 – 10 p.m. For information call (808) 338-1537.

Obon Festival
2015-07-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Higashi Hongwanji Hawai`i Betsuin, 1685 Alaneo St., Honolulu, HI, United States
Fridays & Saturdays, throughout the month of July:
Obon Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i 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. The following schedule is tentative and subject to change. Please call each venue to confirm dates and times.

Friday, July 3: Kaneohe Higashi Hongwanji, 45-520 Keaahala Rd, Kaneohe, Service 6 p.m., Dance 6:45 p.m. For information call (808) 247-2661.
Saturday, July 4: Moili`ili Hongwanji, 902 University Ave., Honolulu, 6 p.m. For information call (808) 949-1659.
Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Koboji Shingon Mission, 1223-B N. School St, Honolulu, 7 p.m. For information call (808) 841-7033.
Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Haleiwa Shingon Mission, 66-469 Paalaa Rd, Haleiwa, 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 637-4423.
Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Waipahu Hongwanji, 94-821 Kuhaulua St, Waipahu, 7 p.m. For information call (808) 677-4221.
Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Rissho Kosei-kai Hawai`i Kyokai, 2280 Auhuhu St, Pearl City, 6:30 p.m. For information call (808) 455-3212.
Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Shinshu Kyokai Mission, 1631 South Beretania St. Honolulu, Service 6:30 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 973-0150.
Friday & Saturday, July 17 & 18: Jikoen Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 1731 N School St, Honolulu, Friday 6 p.m., Saturday 5:30 p.m. For information call (808) 845-3422.
Friday & Saturday, July 17 & 18: Wahiawa Ryusenji Soto Mission, 164 California Ave., Wahiawa. Taiko performances at 7 and 8:30 p.m. both nights and Okinawan dancing at 9 p.m. July 18 only. For information call (808) 622-1429.
Saturday, July 18: Waianae Hongwanji, 87-762 Old Government Road, Waianae, 6:30 p.m. For information call (808) 677-4221.
Friday & Saturday, July 24 & 25: Higashi Hongwanji Hawai`i Betsuin, 1685 Alaneo St., Honolulu 7 p.m. For information call (808) 531-9088.
Saturday, July 25: Kailua Hongwanji Mission, 268 A Kuulei Rd., Kailua., 7 p.m. For information call (808) 262-4560

Huggo’s Fishing Party and Wahine Fishing Tournament
2015-07-24 08:00 - 16:00 | Huggo’s On the Rocks, 75-5828 Kahakai Rd., Kailua-Kona, HI, United States
Friday & Saturday, July 24 & 25:
Huggo’s Fishing Party and Wahine Fishing Tournament. Celebrating twenty years of all-women teams, these highly competitive wahine (women) fish for cash prizes awarded to the teams with the largest marlin/billfish weighing more than 300 pounds. This summer tradition here in Kailua Kona, gets started with a party on Friday, at Huggo’s On the Rocks (75-5828 Kahakai Rd., Kailua-Kona), and fishing starts in Kailua Bay on Saturday, starting at 8 a.m. Women stop fishing at 4 p.m. and weigh-ins of the days catch can be seen at Honokohau Harbor, Charter Desk. Prizes and cash will be awarded to the best decorated boat and team costumes. For information including registration, call (808) 329-1493 or visit www.Huggos.com.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2015-07-19 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, July 19:
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll. Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway from 1 to 6 p.m. 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.

Ukulele Festival
2015-07-19 10:30 - 17:00 | Kapiolani Park Bandstand, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Sunday, July 19:
Ukulele Festival. Enjoy ukulele performers from Hawai`i and around the world, as well as food booths, ukulele displays and ukulele lessons. Enter to win ukulele giveaways. Free parking and shuttle service at Kapiolani Community College. Kapiolani Park Bandstand, 2805 Monsarrat Avenue, Honolulu. 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 732-3739 or visit www.ukulelefestivalhawaii.org.

Obon Festival
2015-07-18 18:30 - 21:00 | Waianae Hongwanji, 87-762 Old Government Road, Waianae, HI, United States

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Ke`ei Buddhist Church, 81-6630 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI, United States

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Honoka`a Hongwanji, 45-5016 Plumeria St., Honoka`a, HI, United States

Prince Lot Hula Festival
2015-07-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Moanalua Gardens, 2850 Moanalua Road, Honolulu, HI, 96819, United States
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19:
Prince Lot Hula Festival. This festival honors Prince Lot Kapuaiwa who reprised the once forbidden hula in the district of Moanalua. Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Free festival, donations accepted. Moanalua Gardens, 1352 Pineapple Place, Honolulu. Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m, Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 497-4084 or visit www.MoanaluaGardensFoundation.org.

Obon Festival
2015-07-17 19:00 - 23:00 | Wahiawa Ryusenji Soto Mission, 164 California Ave., Waihiawa, HI, United States

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Kahului Hongwanji Mission, 291 S. Pu`unene Ave., Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Throughout the Month of July:
Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i 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:

Friday, July 3: Lahaina Jodo Mission, 12 Ala Moana St., Lahaina. Lantern ceremony 6:30 p.m. followed by dancing at 8 p.m. For information call (808) 661-4304 or visit www.lahainajodomission.org.
Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Pa`ia Mantokuji Mission, 253 Hana Hwy, Paia. Service 6 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 579-8051 or visit www.mantokujimauitemple.org.
Friday & Saturday, July 17 & 18, Kahului Hongwanji Mission, 291 S. Pu`unene Ave., Kahului. Service 7 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 871-4732 or visit www.kahuluihongwanji.org.
Friday & Saturday, July 24 & 25: Makawao Hongwanji Mission, 1074 Makawao Ave., Makawao. Service 6:30, Dance 7:30. For information call (808) 572-7229.
Friday & Saturday, 31 & August 1: Wailuku Hongwanji Mission, 1828 Vineyard St., Wailuku. Service 7 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 244-0406.

Obon Festival
2015-07-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Jikoen Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 1731 N School St, Honolulu, HI, United States

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin, 398 Kilauea Ave., Hilo, HI, United States

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Kaua`i Soto Zen Temple, 3205 Umi St., Lihue, HI, United States

Koloa Plantation Days
2015-07-17 | HI
July 17 – 26:
Koloa Plantation Days. Enjoy local foods, culture and activities, rodeo events, “talk stories” about growing up on the plantation, live music events, cultural performances, film nights, culinary demonstrations, craft fairs, guided walks and hikes, activities and games just for keiki (children), sporting events, and the historic parade (July 25th, 10 a.m.) and park celebration. For information and event schedule, call (808) 652-3217 or visit www.koloaplantationdays.com.

Aviation Adventure
2015-07-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Tuesday – Thursday, July 14 – 16 & July 21 – 23:
Aviation Adventure. Teens can experience the excitement of Flight School with a co-ed residential camp for teens. Students ages 13-15 (or graduates of Flight School) spend 3 days at the Pacific Aviation Museum and 2 nights onboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial exploring STEM concepts of aviation and aerospace in the historic setting of Ford Island. Pacific Aviation Museum, Historic Ford Island, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (808) 441-1005 or email Education@PacificAviationMuseum.org.

The Addams Family
2015-07-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Historic Iao Theatre, 68 North Market St., Wailuku, HI, 96793, United States
Weekends, July 10 – August 2:
The Addams Family. This original story is every father’s nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents. The Historic Iao Theatre, 68 N. Market St., Wailuku. Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 3 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-6969 or visit www.mauionstage.com.

Obon Dance & Festival
2015-07-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Hilo Meisho-in Mission, 97 Olona St., Hilo, HI, United States
