Aloha Visitor Guides

Moonlight Mele
2014-08-09 17:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Bailey House Museum, 2375A Main St, Wailuku, HI, 96739, United States
Saturday, August 9:
Moonlight Mele. The Maui Historical Society is proud to present Moonlight Mele with performances by George Kahumoku and Friends. Featuring a variety of activities and craft vendors. Bailey House Museum, 2375-A Main Street, Wailuku. 5 p.m. For information and tickets call Mele at (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Obon Dance & Festival
2014-08-09 18:30 - 22:00 | HI
Throughout the Month of August:
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:

Saturday, August 9: Kahului Jodo Mission, 325 Laau St., Kahului. Service at 6:30 p.m., Dancing at 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 244-0066.
Saturday, August 16: Paia Rinzai Zen, 120 Alawai Rd., Paia. Service 6 p.m., Dancing 7 p.m. For information call (808) 579-9921.
Friday & Saturday, August 22 & 23: Lahaina Hongwanji Mission. 551 Wainee St., Lahaina. Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-0640.
Saturday, August 30: Kula Shofukuji Mission, 113 Puanani Pl., Kula. Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-0466.

4th Annual “World’s Largest Golf Outing”
2014-08-11 | Ka`anapali Golf Courses, 2290 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Monday, August 11:
4th Annual “World’s Largest Golf Outing”. A benefit for the Wounded Warrior Project, this record breaking event has raised more than $1.1 million for injured service men and women. The simultaneous golf outing will be played at more than 120 BCG-managed courses in 28 states and is open to all golfers regardless of ability. A USGA handicap is not required. Golfer check-in, shotgun start and entry fee – which includes a $10 donation to WWP, round of golf, cart rental, range balls, lunch, awards reception, on-course contests – vary by course. All golfers will be entered into a drawing to win a grand-prize, and prizes can be earned by teams with the highest contribution levels and best scores of the day. For more information and to register visit worldslargestgolfouting.com. Hosted on Maui by Ka`anapali Golf Courses, Lahaina. For information on the Wounded Warrior Project visit www.woundedwarriorproject.org.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2014-08-13 08:00 - 17:00 | HI
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. September 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; September 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; September 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; September 26 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center. For more information visit www.MauiFridays.com.

MAPA LIVE presents Miss Saigon
2014-08-15 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Fridays – Sundays, August 15 – 24:
MAPA LIVE presents Miss Saigon. This haunting and heart-wrenching love story of a Vietnamese bar girl and an American Marine during the fall of Saigon is a triumph of popular theater. With 45 performers and a live 21-piece orchestra, Miss Saigon explodes with the sweep and passion of opera couched in the gritty musical vernacular of our own time. An intimate story about the shattering effects of war on people who love each other, Miss Saigon is ultimately a moving testament to the power of the human spirit to survive. (Program contains mature themes and language.) Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. For tickets, showtimes, and information, call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

A Culinary Romp through Paradise
2014-08-15 09:30 - 15:30 | Kaua`i Marriott, 3610 Rice St, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Friday, August 15:
A Culinary Romp through Paradise. Learn about and sample exotic local fruit while taking a leisurely tour of an exotic fruit farm. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and gourmet, four-course lunch at the outdoor courtyard of the Kaua`i Marriott Resort at Kalapaki Bay. The day ends with an exclusive tour of Hawai`i’s only meadery. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $140. For information, call (808) 635-0257 or visit www.tastingkauai.com. Reservations required three days before event.

Augie T – So Dumb 2014 Tour
2014-08-15 19:30 - 21:30 | McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, August 15:
Augie T – So Dumb 2014 Tour. Hawai`i’s Favorite comedian is back to produce and film his sixth one-man statewide comedy show. Note: This show will be filmed for inclusion in an upcoming Augie T Comedy release. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Biggest Little Airshow in Hawai’i
2014-08-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Saturday & Sunday, August 16 & 17:
Biggest Little Airshow in Hawai’i. Experience remote control 1/5th scale warbirds, jets, and helicopters performing aerial combat, stunts, aerobatics, and candy bombings for the keiki. Enjoy music, actual aircraft flyovers, full size aircraft static displays, hangar tours, prize drawings, food, drink, retail and entertainment booths and exhibits, and a free showing of Disney’s new film Planes: Fire and Rescue, at 5 p.m. (Bring chairs and mats.) Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival
2014-08-16 11:00 - 19:30 | Royal Kona Resort, 75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Saturday, August 16:
Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival. A full day of fun including a Battle of the BBQ (11 a.m. – 2 p.m.), Farmer’s & Crafter’s Market (11 a.m. – 4 p.m.), a Pool Party with legendary Hawaiian musician Henry Kapono (2:30-4 p.m.), and The Mai Tai Mix-off (4:30-7:30pm), where bartenders will compete for the title of Best Mai Tai and a $10,000 cash prize. Royal Kona Resort, 75-5852 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona. For information call (808) 329-3111 or visit www.donsmaitaifest.com.

Waipa Music and Mango Festival
2014-08-17 | HI
Sunday, August 17:
Waipa Music and Mango Festival. A festival celebrating the summer mango harvest with recipe & biggest mango contests, mango tastings, silent auction, cultural and educational displays and activities, live music, hands-on activities, and local artisans and crafts. Bring a beach blanket and enjoy the entire day at Waipa, along Hanalei Bay (just a half mile past town). Admission $10 for adults and $1 for keiki (ages 3-18). For information call (808) 826-9969.

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Oahu Style”
2014-08-17 12:00 - 18:00 | HI
Sunday, August 17:
Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Oahu Style”. A live music festival that features some of Hawai`i’s finest artists/musicians in the slack key guitar genre. Experience the various styles of slack key guitar as well as vocal music. The festival will also feature island crafters, local food vendors, community information booths, a merchandise booth offering CDs, DVDs, and festival t-shirts. Queen Kapiolani Bandstand, Kapiolani Park Waikiki, Honolulu. Noon to 6 p.m. For information call (808) 226-2697 or visit www.slackkeyfestival.com.

Kaua`i County Farm Bureau Fair
2014-08-21 18:00, 2014-08-23 12:00, 2014-08-24 12:00 - 23:00 | HI
Thursday – Sunday, August 21 – 24:
Kaua`i County Farm Bureau Fair. The biggest event on Kaua`i with four days of food, farming, family and fun. Enjoy rides, games, farm animal competition, petting zoo, commercial tents, bonsai display, orchid display, fruit and vegetable shows, crafts and goodies, entertainment galore and local style food. Vidinha Stadium parking lot, 3170 Hoolako St, Lihue. $2 children/$4 seniors/$5 adults. Thursday & Friday, 6 p.m. to midnight; Saturday noon to midnight; Sunday Noon to 11 p.m. For information call (808) 337-9944 or visit www.kauaifarmfair.org.

Henry Kapono & Friends – “Back in the Day”
2014-08-23 | HI
Saturday, August 23:
Henry Kapono & Friends – “Back in the Day”. Henry takes his creativity “Back in the Day” as he invites his Friends to join him in an unprecedented “Concert of the Stars” at the Waikiki Shell to benefit the Make a Wish Foundation. Henry and his friends, Kalapana, Jerry Santos of Olomana, Willie K, John Cruz, Brother Noland, Robert Cazimero, Keola Beamer, Amy Hanaiali`i, Robi Kahakalau, Sean Naauao, Ledward Kaapana & Mike Kaawa, Cyril Pahinui, and Raiatea will play the music that makes Hawai`i living a Lifetime Party. Waikiki Shell, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. For tickets and information call (800) 745-3000 (Ticketmaster) or visit www.BackInTheDayHawaii.com.

Greek Festival
2014-08-23 12:00 - 21:00 | HI
Saturday & Sunday, August 23 & 24:
Greek Festival. Enjoy authentic food, live and lively Greek entertainment, imports, deli items, and much more. Sample delicious Mediterranean and Greek specialties including an amazing assortment of Greek pastries and Greek taverna. Admission is $3.00 for adults, free for children under 11 years and active Military and their families. Ala Moana Park, McCoy Pavilion, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 12 noon – 9 p.m. daily. For information, visit www.greekfestivalhawaii.com.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2014-08-24 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, August 24:
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.

Hawaiian Music Series
2014-08-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, August 28:
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 information call (808) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Soja + Michael Franti & Spearhead
2014-08-29 17:00 - 19:30 | HI
Friday, August 29:
Soja + Michael Franti & Spearhead. SOJA’s music, a blend of reggae, go-go, D.C. hardcore, Latin, rock and hip-hop, is about finding the happiness and peace that everyone deserves; their live shows are an explosion of energy and positivity. Michael Franti also knows about the power of music: how it can inspire, uplift and make people want to dance or cry. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A & B Amphitheater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 5:30 p.m., gates open 5 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Okinawan Festival
2014-08-30 09:00 - 21:30 | HI
Saturday & Sunday, August 30 & 31:
Okinawan Festival. The event kicks off with a mini procession inside Kapiolani Park featuring a taiko drum performance. The three-day festival at Kapiolani Park celebrates Okinawan culture with food, entertainment, arts, crafts, and cultural activities. Kapiolani Park, 2748 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. The festival begins at 9 a.m. both days, with Bon Dance from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. For information call (808) 676-5400 or visit www.okinawanfestival.com.

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Kona Style”
2014-08-31 16:00 - 21:00 | Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, 78-128 Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, August 31:
Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Kona Style”. A live music festival that features some of Hawai`i’s finest artists/musicians in the slack key guitar genre. Experience the various styles of slack key guitar as well as vocal music. The festival will also feature island crafters, local food vendors, community information booths, a merchandise booth offering cds, dvds, and festival t-shirts. $10.00 admission at the door. Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, 78-128 Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona. 4 – 9 p.m. For information call (808) 226-2697.

Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
2014-09-01 | 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.

Hawai`i VA Games 2014
2014-09-01 08:00 - 16:00 | Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Monday, September 1:
Hawai`i VA Games 2014. Formerly known as The Showdown, the State’s largest CrossFit competition at the Neal Blaisdell Arena. Over 60 teams and 20 individuals including various local and national competitors will compete. 100% of the proceeds raised from this event will go to three different Hawai`i based charities. To date, the Hawai`i VA Games has raised over $30,000. Neal Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. Open to the public. $10 admission. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (808) 947-1011 or visit www.hawaiivagames.com.

Kaua`i Raqs
2014-09-01 08:00 - 17:00 | JJ’s Broiler, Anchor Cove, Nawiliwili, HI, 96766, United States
Friday, September 5:
Kaua`i Raqs. Experience this spectacular show starring Khalida and Kalae Kaina. This show also includes performances by Al Farashat and the Garden Nile Belly Dancers. It is very seldom that the community of Kaua`i has the opportunity to experience belly dance performances of this caliber so purchase your tickets early by visiting www.gardennilebellydancers.com. JJ’s Broiler, Anchor Cove, Nawiliwili. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. For information call (808) 639-9980.

Aloha Festivals: Keiki (Children’s) Ho`olaulea
2014-09-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Pearlridge Center, 98-1005 Moanalua Rd., Aiea, HI, 96701, United States
Saturday, September 13:
Aloha Festivals: Keiki (Children’s) Ho`olaulea. Pearlridge Center will celebrate the Aloha Festival with a wide variety of free activities, demonstrations, arts & crafts, and continuous stage performances. Pearlridge Center, 98-1005 Moanalua Rd., Aiea. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 488-0981 or visit www.pearlridgeonline.com.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2014-09-01 09:30 - 12:30 | West Kaua`i Technology & 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 and 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/visitorcenter.html.

5th Annual Rice Festival
2014-09-01 11:00 - 2014-09-28 17:00 | Ward Centers, 1060 Auahi Street, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Sunday, September 28:
5th Annual Rice Festival. This festival celebrates a day when rice takes center stage. This unique one day event will be packed with family fun, entertainment, food booths, educational activities, rice products and much more. Ward Center, 1240 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 398-9332 or visit www.ricefest.com.

Jazz Minds
2014-09-01 18:30 | Jazz Minds, 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Every Monday through Saturday Night:
Jazz Minds. A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupus, 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. For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

Emily T Gail Show
2014-09-02 | HI
Every Tuesday
features the 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.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport - Queens Marketplace
2014-09-02 08:30 - 12:00 | BikeWorks Beach & Sport, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa, HI, 96738, United States
Every Tuesday Morning: BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all their activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com.
