Aloha Visitor Guides

Hula Girl Festival Hawai`i
2016-09-15 | HI
Thursday – Sunday, September 15 – 18:
Hula Girl Festival Hawai`i. The Hula Girl Festival is produced by Johnny Kai Productions and is an exclusive invitation to hula dancers from Japan in appreciation of their love & support of Hawaiian music and hula. Stages will be provided at the Waikiki Beach Walk, Treetops Restaurant and Dinner Theater and the popular Wet-n-Wild Water Park in Kapolei. All the performances are free and open to the public. For schedule, venues, and information call (808) 271-5853 or visit www.hulagirlfestivalhawaii.com.

WiliWili Festival
2016-09-12 08:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Waikoloa Stables, 68-1936 Waikoloa Rd., Waikoloa, HI, United States
Monday, September 12:
WiliWili Festival. Celebrate Hawai’i’s native dryland forest and the wiliwili flowering season. The festival will offer educational workshops, tours, vendors, native plant sales, prizes, keiki activities, silent auction, great music, food and much more. The festival organizers ask that attendees please carpool, and if you opt to ride your bicycle you will receive a free t-shirt. Forest Preserve tours will be offered every hour, on the hour, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Waikoloa Stables in Waikoloa Village, 68-1936 Waikoloa Rd., Waikoloa. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 494-2208.

Princeville Night Market
2016-09-11 16:00 - 20:00 | Princeville Shopping Center, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville, HI, United States
Sunday, September 11:
Princeville Night Market. Discover over 40 local artisans and enjoy live music from several different bands. Princeville Shopping Center, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville. 4 to 8 p.m. Free admission. For information call (808) 635-2572.

Honbushin Odori Festival
2016-09-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Honbushin International Center, 95-030 Waihonu St., Mililani, HI, United States
Saturday, September 10:
Honbushin Odori Festival. Odori means dance in Japanese. Dance the night away with family and friends, Obon style. Enjoy dances with popular dance groups, family fun with children’s games, ono food booths, door prizes, and vegetable bazaar. Ample parking is available. Honbushin International Center, 95-030 Waihonu St., Mililani. 5 to 9 p.m. For information call (808) 623-7693 or visit www.honbushin.us.

Obon Dance & Festival
2016-09-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Hana Buddhist Temple, Hana, HI, United States
Saturday, September 10:
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. Hana Buddhist Temple, Bon Dance located at Hana Fairgrounds (Below Hana Ranch Store, 1 Mill St., Hana), 5 p.m. For information call (808) 248-8888.

Ku Mai Ka Hula
2016-09-10 13:00 - 17:00 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Saturday, September 10:
Ku Mai Ka Hula. Featuring award-winning hālau from Hawai`i, the continental U.S. and Japan, competing in solo and group performances. Male and female dancers perform both kahiko (traditional) and ‘auana (modern-day) hula stylings, judged by renowned, prestigious kumu hula. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 1 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Pearlridge Keiki Ho`olaule`a
2016-09-10 | Pearlridge Center Uptown, 98-1005 Moanalua Road, Aiea, HI, United States
Saturday, September 10:
Pearlridge Keiki Ho`olaule`a. A celebration for children with a full day of free activities, demonstrations, arts and crafts, and continuous stage performances. Pearlridge Center Uptown, 98-1005 Moanalua Road, Aiea. For information call (808) 923-2030 or visit www.alohafestivals.com.

Explore Rhythm at Kalani
2016-09-09 14:15 - 16:15 | Kalani Retreat Center, 12-6860 Kalapana-Kapoho Rd, Pāhoa, HI, United States
Friday, September 9:
Explore Rhythm at Kalani, 2:15pm – 4:15 pm. Immerse yourself in this form of moving, musical exploration. Develop your awareness and deepen your understanding of rhythm in its many forms. You don’t need to play an instrument. People from all paths come together to transform their relationship to music, to each other, and to life. Wear comfortable clothes and an open mind. Kalani Retreat Center, 12-6860 Kalapana-Kapoho Rd, Pāhoa. For more information see: RhythmFullCircle.com or contact Deborah Masterson via deborah@rhythmfullcircle.com.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
2016-09-07 18:45 - 21:30 | Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Every Wednesday:
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert. Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by various renowned slack key masters who are true ambassadors of their music, their culture and their land for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”. September 1 – Jerry Santos of Olomana; September 7 – Jerry Santos, Jr.; September 14 – Led Kaapana; September 21 – Kawika Kahiapo; September 28 – Mark Yamanaka. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. Located at the Sea House Restaurant at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapi`ilani Hwy., Napili. Doors open 6:45 p.m., show begins 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit www.slackkeyshow.com.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-09-07 18:00 - 20:00 | All Saints` Sanctuary, 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a, HI, United States
Wednesday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. September 7 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; September 14 – Kaua`i Style Slack Key; September 21 – Your Island of Peace; September 28 – Slack Key in the Real Old Style. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar ad ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. A portion of the proceeds support All Saints Pipe Organ Restoration Project. Free gift drawing. All Saints` Sanctuary, 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a. 6 – 8 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Volunteer Program
2016-09-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Maui Humane Society Shelter, 1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene, HI, 96784, United States
Every Wednesday and Thursday:
Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Volunteer 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 in Pu’unene (central Maui) on Mokulele Highway between Kihei/Wailea and Kahului. Program participants will pick “their dog” up at 10:00am and bring them back no later than 3:00pm. We provide all of the supplies, you just provide the fun! Advance registration is mandatory as space is often filled weeks in advance. Register online at www.mauihumanesoceity.org.

Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends
2016-09-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Volcano Art Center, Crater Rim Drive, Volcano National Park, HI, 96785, United States
Every Tuesday:
Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends. Kanikapila jam sessions are open to all musicians. Bring your own instrument and enjoy ‘garage style’ jamming. Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Great Room of the Admin Building Volcanoes National Park. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted. Park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace
2016-09-06 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 the BikeWorks activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under the lineup or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other community rides and/or bike routes call BikeWorks at (808) 886-5000.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2016-09-05 08:30 - 11:30 | 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. 8:30 a.m. Reservations required no later than 4 p.m. Friday before that Monday to schedule a tour. For reservations and information call (808) 338-1332 or visit www.westkauaivisitorcenter.org.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-09-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Sunday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. September 4 – Spirit of Slack Key; September 11 – Sweet Hawai`i Dreams; September 18 – Hanalei Slack Key; September 25 – Honoring Raymond Kane. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar ad ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. Free gift drawing. A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai `Ohana `O Hanalei. Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei. 3 to 5 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Kailua – Block Party Style”
2016-09-04 12:00 - 18:00 | 151 Hekili St., Kailua, HI, United States
Saturday, September 4:
Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Kailua – Block Party Style”. Event will feature some of the top artists in the slack key guitar genre for a minimum 5-6 hour long concert. Food and refreshments will be available throughout the day as many fine restaurants and establishments are in close proximity to the festival site. Free giveaways will be done throughout the day and a free Taylor Guitar will be given away to some lucky winner at the end of the day. Free admission. 151 Hekili St., Kailua. Noon to 6 p.m. For information call (808) 226-2697 or visit www.slackkeyfestival.com.

Tahiti Mana Presents Heiva I Waikiki 2016
2016-09-04 10:30 - 16:00 | Hawai`i Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Saturday, September 4:
Tahiti Mana Presents Heiva I Waikiki 2016. Experience the exciting and vibrant culture of Tahiti as the best solo and group dancers from the Hawaiian Islands and abroad come together at the Hawai`i Theatre Center to compete for championship titles. Watch the award winning dance troupe, Tahiti Mana, as they bring to life an ancient Tahitian legend, the Legend of Honoura. Shop from Tahitian crafters and artisans. Immerse yourself for the day in the culture of Hawai`i’s Polynesian cousins. Become educated, inspired, and awed by the dancers, costumes, musicians, and artisans. Hawai`i Theatre, 1130 Bethel, Honolulu. 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information and tickets call (808) 528-0506 or visit www.hawaiitheatre.com.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-09-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Dr., Princeville, HI, United States
Saturday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. September 3 – Poina `Ole – Never to be Forgotten; September 10 – Aloha Music of Hawai`i (venue changed to Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, 3 to 5 p.m., this concert only); September 17 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music; September 24 – Gifts of the Ancestors. Free gift drawing. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar ad ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. Proceeds support Princeville at Hanalei Community Association and this program. Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Dr., Princeville. 6 to 8 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Aloha Festivals: 2014 Royal Court Investiture & Opening Ceremony
2016-09-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Royal Hawaiian Hotel, 2259 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States
Saturday, September 3:
Aloha Festivals: 2014 Royal Court Investiture & Opening Ceremony. A celebration of Hawai`i’s music, dance and history intended to preserve the unique island traditions. The king, queen, prince and princess take their place in the royal court. The Ali`i court members will receive the royal cloak, helmet, head feather lei and other symbols of their reign. Royal Hawaiian Hotel, 2259 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 2 to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 483-0730 or visit www.alohafestivals.com.

Okinawan Festival
2016-09-03 09:00 - 20:00 | Kapiolani Park, 2806 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, HI, United States
Saturday & Sunday, September 3 & 4:
Okinawan Festival. This celebration of Okinawan culture features live entertainment, dancing, Okinawan food, and games for the children. Kapiolani Park, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. Saturday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with Bon Dance from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Craft Gallery and Children’s Games close at 4:30 p.m. For information call (808) 676-5400 or visit www.okinawanfestival.com.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
2016-09-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Old Town Hanapepe, HI, United States
Friday Evenings:
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk. Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Old Town Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy shopping at local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classic cars, live music and entertainment. For information call (808) 335-6469.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
2016-09-02 18:00 - 20:30 | Baldwin Home Museum, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Every Friday:
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum. Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina; children 12 & under free. For information visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Maui Friday Town Parties
2016-09-02 17:30 - 20:30 | 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 2 – Wailuku, on Market Street; September 9 – Lahaina, on Front Street; September 16 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; September 23 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center; September 30 – Lana`i City, Island of Lana`i, around Dole Park, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. For transportation packages to Lanai Friday Town Party, visit www.go-lanai.com. For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit www.MauiFridays.com.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
2016-09-02 17:00 - 21:00 | The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu, HI, 96817, United States
Friday, September 2:
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5 to 9 p.m. Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts
2016-09-02 16:00 - 18:00 | Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Friday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. September 2 – Honoring Keli`i Mawae of Molokai; September 9 – Heart of Slack Key; September 16 – Ahupua`a – Mountain to Sea; September 23 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands; September 30 – Legends of Slack Key. Free gift drawing. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar ad ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. A portion of the proceeds support the Hale Halawai Ohana `O Hanalei. Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei. 4 to 6 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
2016-09-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI, 96718, United States
Every Friday:
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Niaulani Nature Walk
2016-09-02 08:30 - 11:00 | Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village, HI, United States
Every Monday:
Niaulani Nature Walk. A free, guided rain forest tour in Volcano. This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. The walk introduces visitors to the native plants and birds of Volcano. Guides focus not only on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area, but also the cultural usages of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village. 9:30 a.m. Free; donations welcome. For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit volcanoartcenter.org.

Jazz Minds
2016-09-01 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 pupu, 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.

Ha`aheo `O Hawai`i Exhibit
2016-09-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue, HI, 96766 , United States
Daily:
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 was breathtaking for its day. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., every day except Sundays. Admission is $10 adults, $6 students 13-17 years, $2 Children 6 – 12 years, 5 years and under free. For information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

Emily T. Gail Talks Story
2016-09-01 | HI
The “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show is found on espnhawaii.com on line, all the time and via Facebook/emilytgailtalkstory and a free iTunes podcast. 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 all sports, at all levels and how high school, college, major league and recreational sports play an important part in communities. Sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide. Emily provides updates on many local events in September. Also info on golf specials like Family Golf Days at Waikoloa Beach Resort, where, after 3:30 p.m., 9 holes for junior golfers is $25 with complimentary Nike Junior rental clubs and $50 for accompanying adult with $25 rental clubs. Updates on free Queens Marketplace Entertainment at Center Court and Kailua Village multi-sport activities. Contact Emily at (808) 896-6780 or emilytgail@emilys.org.
