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January thru March: "Thirty Years of Ekk - One Long Hawaiian Kine Pardee". E Kanikapila Kakou (EKK) is the Hawaiian phrase meaning “everyone jam” or backyard musician concerts. This is a three month long celebration of music at the Kaua`i Beach Resort, Nukoli`i between the airport and the Wailua Golf Course. 6 p.m. to 9 […]
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Thursday, January 31: Hawaiian Music Series. Enjoy live Hawaiian music on the Baldwin Home lawn from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The free program takes place under Maui’s moonlight in historic Lahaina and features local entertainers performing traditional Hawaiian music. Chairs are limited; blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. For information call (808) […]
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Thursday, January 31: Toubab Krewe. This vibrant North Carolina based instrumental powerhouse creates a lush blend of rock rhythm, African traditions, jam sensibilities, international folk strains and more. While nearly impossible to put into any box, TK’s music is very palpable in the way of a true original that recognizes no borders. Get a moonlit […] |
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Every Friday: Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Free admission. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event. February 1 - Wailuku, on Market Street; February 8 – Lahaina, on Front Street; February 15 – Makawao, on Makawao and […] 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) […]
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Ongoing, Daily: Free Onsite Coral Reef Naturalist Program. Learn the names of fish you’ve seen while snorkeling and how to protect Maui’s coral reefs at Pacific Whale Foundation’s free Coral Reef Information Station. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Wailea’s Ulua Beach. For information call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
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Saturday, February 2: Waimea Quilt Festival. Quilting is one of Hawai`i’s indigenous arts that is known world-wide. This year’s event is Hawaiian quilts only and you can view beautiful quilts, learn from skilled quilters and purchase quilts. Sponsored by Ka Hui Kapa Apana O Waimea, this special show is a part of the annual Cherry […]
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Friday Evenings: Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. February 1 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; February 8 – Spirit of Slack Key; February 15 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music; February 22 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). A portion of the proceeds supports […]
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Saturday, February 2: 20th Annual Hula Hoike and Luau. Leilani Rivera Low and Halau Hula o Leilani presents students age 4 and up from Kapa`a, Koloa and Reno, Nevada, in an exciting, colorful show of hula, Tahitian, and Maori dances and music. Featured guests are the Makaha Sons. Plus Mama`Ane Kanahele and ohana from Ni`ihau, […]
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Every Saturday: Maui Swap Meet. Maui's largest flea market is a great place to shop for unique, home-made, handcrafted, quality products at reasonable prices. University of Hawai`i - Maui College, 310 Ka`ahumanu Ave, Kahului. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is 50 cents; free after 12:30 p.m.
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Saturday, February 2: Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival. This popular festival held in the community of Waimea celebrates Japanese traditions and culture and includes cherry blossom viewing, music, demonstrations, exhibits, crafts, entertainment, ethnic foods, a farmers’ market and visiting performers and artisans from Japan. Parker Ranch Center, 67-1185 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kamuela. 9 a.m. to 3 […] |
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Sunday Afternoons: Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. February 3 – Legends of Slack Key; February 10 – From Mountain to Sea; February 17 – Circle of Life; February 24 – Hanalei’s Slack Key. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). The concerts are nahenahe - soft and sweet. Slack key guitar […]
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Every Sunday 6:00 pm: Emily T Gail Talks Golf & Other Sports sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide is an hour long conversation with and about people and events on the Big Island and the mainland. Emily talks with recreational, high school and professional athletes and the coaches, the parents, the organizers, the media […] |
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Sundays: Makuahi Cave Reserve Tours. Visitors generally agree that this place is unlike any other public site they have encountered. At the center of its many attractions is Hawai`i’s largest limestone cave, the richest fossil site in the islands, and a uniquely preserved archaeological site. It's a living museum dedicated not just to the past, […]
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Every Monday: Discover and Experience Waimea. For visitors and residents of all ages interested in information on landmarks, history, culture, family history, genealogy of places and people. 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Waimea Historic Tours, Lei Making. West Kaua`i Tech & Visitor Center. Free (donations accepted). For information call West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center […]
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Monday, Wednesdays and Thursdays: Grove Farm Museum Tour. As the American Civil War was raging between the North and the South, young George Wilcox took a lease on a struggling farm located on the outskirts of Lihue, in what was then the kingdom of Hawai`i. The farm had been chopped out of a large grove […]
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Every Wednesday and Friday: Hilo Farmers Market. Located in Downtown Hilo, the festive Hilo’s Farmers Market is known as one of the best open markets in Hawaii. Find a colorful selection of locally grown exotic fruit, vegetables, herbs, island jams and jellies, macadamia nuts and delectable baked goods. Big buckets of orchids and anthuriums line […] Every Wednesday: Hawai`iana Live. A 45-minute cultural tourism program hosted by Leilehua Yuen. It features live on stage presentations that share the history and traditions of the Hawaiian culture through storytelling, film, music, oli and hula. Topics and films change weekly as the program revolves around the Hawaiian lunar calendar, and surprise guests and musicians […]
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Every Wednesday: Kanikapila Jam Sessions. Open to all musicians. Bring your instrument and enjoy “garage style” jamming with your neighbors and community. Donations are appreciated. Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano Village, Volcano. 5:30 p.m. For more information call (808) 967-8222.
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Every Wednesday: Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert. Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by 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”. February 6 – Dennis Kamakahi; February 13 – […] |
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Friday, February 8: A Culinary Romp through Paradise. Local food experts offer an authentic taste of Kaua`i by guiding you on a farm to fork culinary experience. Learn about and sample exotic local fruit while taking a leisurely tour of a 26-acre exotic fruit farm. Meet the executive chef of the Kaua`i Marriott Resort and […]
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Every Friday: Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that will vary from week to week. Held at VAC Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call […]
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Saturday, February 23: The Hawai`i Lineman’s Rodeo. There are many utility linemen rodeos across the nation every year and Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric, & Hawai`i Electric Light Companies are excited to present the first of its kind, here in Hawaii. This not-for-profit, participant & sponsor funded event will be a fun day for all. Old […]
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Saturday, February 9: 14th Annual Maui Chinese New Year Festival. Maui Chinese Cultural Society, Maui Chinese Club and the Maui Community bring in the year of the Snake with traditional lion dancers, cultural entertainment, food and craft booths. Enjoy fireworks, Lion Dancers, cultural demonstrations, and historical displays from Maui’s Chinese community. Admission is free. Maui […]
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Saturday, February 9: 11th Annual Hilo Chinese New Year Festival. Chinese lion dancers celebrate the Year of the Snake 2013 in a mini-Chinatown setting in downtown Hilo. Performances, displays, cooking and cultural demonstrations, martial arts, product vendors show the Chinese influence in Hawaii. Kalakaua Park, 141 Kalakaua Street, Hilo. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For […] |
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Sunday, February 10: Jo Koy Comedy. Born in Tacoma, Washington to an American father and Filipina mother, Jo Koy credits his mother for his comedic and acting talents. Her encouragement led to a Las Vegas coffee house, then a move to Los Angeles and finally a performance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno in […]
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Sunday, February 10: Quisine of Hearts. Enjoy sumptuous food by Big Island chefs along with desserts, wine handcrafted ales and Kona coffee; listen to music and bid for silent auction items at this American Culinary Federation Valentine’s brunch that benefits childhood nutritional education. Hilton Waikoloa Village Resort, 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Kamuela. 11:30 a.m. to […] |
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Thursday, February 14: Kamuela Philharmonic St. Valentine’s Day Fundraising Concert. Join the Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra and Grammy award winner slack-key guitar player John Keawe for their First Annual Valentine's Day concert at the Fairmont Orchid Hotel, Waikoloa. Concert features Hawaiian love songs by Keawe. The concert will be preceded by a silent and regular fundraising […] |
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Saturday, February 16: 33rd Annual World Whale Day. Free, all-day celebration celebrating Hawai`i’s humpback whales. World Whale Day begins at 9 a.m. with Maui's Parade of Whales along South Kihei Road, then continues at Kalama Park in Kihei at 10 am with live entertainment by top Hawai`i recording artists, hula, great food by local restaurants, […]
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Saturday, February 16: Na Mea Hawai`i Hula Kahiko Performance featuring Halau Na Pua Ha`aheo O Kona with kumu hula Roy Palacat. This outdoor presentation takes place rain or shine at the hula platform located near VAC Gallery. The audience is encouraged to bring sitting mat and sun/rain gear. 10:30 a.m. On the same day, there […]
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Saturday & Sunday, February 16 & 17: Whale Tales. An educational event that provides ocean enthusiasts an opportunity to learn about whales and the ocean environment from world-renowned scientists, photographers and conservationists. Hear directly from researchers about their most recent discoveries, view stunning underwater photography and video of whales in their natural environment and take […]
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Sunday, February 17: Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll. One Sunday each month from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway. Enjoy music, artists, merchants and restaurants. At 4 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at […] |
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Friday & Saturday, February 22 & 23: Waimea Town Celebration. Two days of Small Town Fun at the Old Sugar Mill in Waimea. Continuous live entertainment on stage, including ukulele concert & ice cream contest; local food, crafts, & game booths; beer garden; displays; and sporting events including a canoe race, baseball and basketball tournaments, […] |
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Saturday, February 23: 2013 Hoedown for Hope. Have a boot-stompin, grand ole time at the 5th Annual Hoedown for Hope to benefit the American Cancer Society. Featuring an evening of dancing, dining, live and silent auctions, challenging games, photo booth and a variety of entertainment. Cost is $125 per person. Kaua`i Marriott, Lihue, 5 p.m. […]
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Sunday, February 24: LobsterFest 2013. The Rotary Club of Wailuku presents its annual fundraising event, a casual affair. A Dixieland band - Phillip Smith and the Gentlemen of Jazz, featuring the vocals of Ellen Belarose - will keep your "slippahed" feet tapping while you eat the delicious spiced, steamed Lobsters, Dirty Rice with N’Orleans Etouffee, […]
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Saturday, April 27: ACS’s Relay for Life – Hanapepe Event. This is an incredible fund and friend raiser for Kauai's American Cancer Society that is part concert, part dance-mania, and all about honoring those who have moved on from cancer and those that still survive the fight. Currently slated are The Quake, Revival and Second […]
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Thursday, February 28: Hawaiian Music Series. Enjoy live Hawaiian music on the Baldwin Home lawn from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The free program takes place under Maui’s moonlight in historic Lahaina and features local entertainers performing traditional Hawaiian music. Chairs are limited; blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. For information call (808) […]
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Every Friday: Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Free admission. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event. March 1 - Wailuku, on Market Street; March 8 – Lahaina, on Front Street; March 15 – Makawao, on Makawao and […]
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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) […]
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Friday Evenings: Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. March 1 – Honoring Raymond Kane; March 8 – `Ohana Slack Key; March 15 – Hanalei Slack Key; March 22 – Tour of the Islands, March 29 – Hawaii’s Cowboy Music. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). A portion of […]
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Friday, March 1: Night at the Museum. The Museum comes alive as you enter a 1940's Dance Hall complete with big band sounds and the Swing Sisters plus the local favorite Kachi Kachi music to spice the night. It's a membership drive, costume optional, evening with Taxi Dancers getting their dance cards ready. Kauai Veterans Center, […]
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Friday Evenings: Art Night in Hanapepe. Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a wide variety of shopping, local vendors, several excellent restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classics cars, live music and entertainment. Strolling is free; art is priced as noted. For information call […]
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Every Saturday: Maui Swap Meet. Maui's largest flea market is a great place to shop for unique, home-made, handcrafted, quality products at reasonable prices. University of Hawai`i - Maui College, 310 Ka`ahumanu Ave, Kahului. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is 50 cents; free after 12:30 p.m.
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Saturday, March 2: The Veterans Road Show. Veterans and collectors bring out their wares for a swap meet, trading and brag session. Kauai Veterans Center, 3215 Kapule Hwy., Lihue. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. For more information call (808) 246-1135.
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Saturday & Sunday, March 2 & 3: Lahaina Whale and Ocean Arts Festival. Lahaina celebrates the annual migration of Pacific Humpback whales with ocean arts festivities. Artists will display marine-themed art for sale, and Hawaii musicians and hula groups will perform. Free. Banyan Tree Park, Lahaina, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Sunday, March 3: Generations: Lindsey `Ohana. Raised in true matrilineal tradition of Hawai`i, the women of the Lindsey `ohana embody Hawaiian music in all its forms. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
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Sunday Afternoons: Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. March 3 – Slack Key Story; March 10 – Gifts of the Ancestors; March 17 – Legends of Slack Key; March 24 – Whales Homecoming. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). The concerts are nahenahe - soft and sweet. Slack key guitar and […]
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Every Sunday 6:00 pm: Emily T Gail Talks Golf & Other Sports sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide is an hour long conversation with and about people and events on the Big Island and the mainland. Emily talks with recreational, high school and professional athletes and the coaches, the parents, the organizers, the media […] |