Preserving our Land - Perpetuating our Culture

IOLANI PALACE EVENTS
Place: Iolani Palace, Honolulu
Ongoing and special cultural events throughout the year for visitors and kamaaina (local residents). Call: (808) 522-0822. (For Palace Tours call 522-0832.)

MAYOR'S PERFORMANCE - CULTURE AND THE ARTS
Ongoing and special events each month including:
    Royal Hawaiian Band at Iolani Palace and elsewhere
    Sunset on the Beach in Waikiki and elsewhere
    Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting & Hula Pageant in Waikiki
For detailed information on these and other events, call Performance Hotline (808) 527-5666. Most events are Free!

MISSION HOUSES MUSEUM
Place: 553 South King Street, Honolulu (opposite City Hall)
Mission Houses Museum is a registered historic landmark offering a wide variety of ongoing and special events. For more information please visit their site.

SAIL WITH THE STARS
Place: Leeward Oahu
Marine biologist team crew unique sailing charters including Star Gazing, Full Moons, and Meteor Showers. Call: (808) 306-7273 or visit their Events Calendar.

CHANGING OF THE KING'S GUARD
Date: Daily
Time: 6:15 p.m.
Place: King's Village Shopping Center (Front Gate), 131 Kaiulani Avenue, Waikiki
Witness this dramatic rifle drill ceremony nightly. After retiring the Hawaiian flag, the world renowned King’s Guard, dressed in uniforms that are the exact replicas of those worn by the Hawaiian Royal Palace Guard for King David Kalakaua in 1875, impress you with a spectacular performance of skill. Free. Call: (808) 926-7890.

BISHOP MUSEUM
Date: Daily
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Place: Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu
Along with special programs and exhibits, Bishop Museum offers a wide variety of short ongoing cultural events for children and adults. Call: (808) 847-3511 or visit their site.

THE CANOE: AN ALASKAN AND POLYNESIAN TRADITION EXHIBITION
Date: Through December 31
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Place: Hawaii Maritime Center, Pier 7, Honolulu Harbor
Indigenous cultures around the world share many similar practices - among them canoeing. This exhibit, produced in cooperation with the Alaskan Native Heritage Center, presents a comparison and contrast of Hawaiian and Alaskan canoe voyaging traditions. The Canoe also celebrates the 2007 January through March voyage of Hokulea, Ku Holo Mau (Sail On, Sail Always, Sail Forever), to the western Pacific and the island nations of Micronesia and Japan. Call: (808) 536-6373.

LYON ARBORETUM TOURS
Date: Every Monday through Friday (except holidays)
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Place: Lyon Arboretum, Univ. of Hawaii at Manoa, 3860 Manoa Rd., Honolulu
Enjoy the ever-changing sights and sounds of the 193.5 acre rainforest botanical garden administered by the University of Hawaii-Manoa. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides will share highlights of the Arboretum collections. Reservations required. Tours are limited to the first 12 participants daily. Free - donations gladly accepted. Call: (808) 988-0461 to register.

KEIKI FUN, HULA, AND MORE!
Date: Every Tuesday & Sunday
Place: Pearlridge Shopping Center, Aiea
Keiki (children) games/entertainment every Tues. 10:30 a.m.-Noon. Hula and Hawaiian music show on Sundays from 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Free. For information on these and other events call (808) 488-0981.

JOSIAH KEKOA OF "TEN FEET"
Date: Every Tues. & Sat. (through July 11)
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Place: Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2nd fl. Lanai, Bldg.A, Waikiki
Features singers from the hit group Ten Feet. Lead singer, Josiah Kekoa, will be heading up the entertainment twice each week as part of an exciting trio performing traditional and contemporary Hawaiian songs, with hula. Call: Amber Belcher (808) 531-0244.

AFTERNOON TOUR AND TEA
Date: Every Tuesday & Sunday
Time: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 South Beretania Street, Honolulu
Designed for visitors who want to explore the galleries, learn more about art, and socialize over a glass of tea. The tours are led by docents who will lead discussions in the galleries and offer insight into many cultures and time periods. Free with museum admission. Reservations required. Call: (808) 532-8700.

CHADO - THE WAY OF TEA
Date: Every Wednesday & Friday
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon (closed holidays)
Place: Urasenke Foundation of Hawaii, 245 Saratoga Road (Waikiki)
The Japanese tea ceremony known as "chanoyu" is the quintessence of Japanese art and etiquette. The Urasenke Foundation tea gatherings present chanoyu in a simple, direct manner and require no prior experience to participate. Minimum of $3 donation required. Call: 923-3059.

HAWAII NATURE CENTER
Date: Every Saturday & Sunday
Place: 2131 Makiki Heights Drive, Honolulu
Nature classes and hikes for children and adults. Programs scheduled on a monthly basis. Call: (808) 955-0100.

ART ON THE ZOO FENCE
Date: Every Saturday and Sunday
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Monsarrat Avenue - Across from Kapiolani Park Bandstand, Waikiki
Honolulu's very own Left Bank! Meet the artists at this outdoor art show. Originals, prints and photographs available for sale. For more information, please visit their site.

NA MELE NEI - THE MUSIC OF HAWAII TODAY!
Date: Every Sunday
Time: Concert starts 1:00 p.m.
Place: Ward Warehouse Stage, Honolulu
Live music concert presented every Sunday by Native Books Na Mea Hawaii. Call: (808) 596-8885.

FREE LEI MAKING LESSONS
Date: Every Monday (through November 30)
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Place: Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd fl. lanai, Bldg.A, Waikiki
"Talk story" with our Hawaiian lei maker as you learn this beautiful art. Flowers are provided, free. You'll make one lei per session. Call: (808) 922-2299.

GUIDED TOURS OF THE HAWAII THEATRE
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Place: Hawaii Theatre, Chinatown, Honolulu
The one-hour guided tour offers a unique insight into the history, art, architecture and restoration of the beautiful Hawaii Theatre. The tour includes a performance on the 1922 Robert Morton Theatre Organ. Admission $5. Call: (808) 528-0506.

ALOHA FRIDAY KING'S JUBILEE & FIREWORKS
Date: Every Friday
Place: Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa, Waikiki
Their Super Pool becomes the perfect tropical stage for Hawaiian entertainment and a beachfront fireworks show. The color and pageantry of Hawaii's monarchy are brought to life in this regal tribute to King David Kalakaua, featuring the music, song and dance of the Polynesian Islands and the exciting Samoan Fire Knife Dance. Call: (808) 949-4321.

FIRST FRIDAY HONOLULU'S DOWNTOWN GALLERY WALK
Date: 1st Friday of each month
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m
Place: Chinatown, Honolulu
Self guided tour of 25 downtown art spots that includes "Live from the Lawn", a free live performance held in front of the Hawaii State Art Museum at 250 S. Hotel Street. Call: (808) 521-2903.

RELIVE THE PLANTATION DAYS!
Date: 1st Saturday of each month
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Place: Hawaii's Plantation Village, 94-695 Waipahu St., Waipahu (S.W. Oahu)
A living history museum and ethno-botanical garden on a 50-acre site dedicated to the legacy of immigrant workers from the sugar plantation era. Each month features activities and demonstrations of a different ethnic heritage group. Call: (808) 677-0110.

HONOLULU ACADEMY OF ARTS "FREE SUNDAY" PROGRAM
Date: 3rd Sunday of each month
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Place: Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 S. Beretania St., Honolulu
Sponsored by Bank of Hawaii. Entertainment, art activities for kids, gallery tours, and other activities. For residents & visitors. It's free! It's fun! Call: (808) 532-8700.

OBON FESTIVAL DANCES
Date: June through August
Place: Buddhist Temples throughout the islands
The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii 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. Special services usually start at 7:00 p.m. followed by a festival with bon (folk) dance at 8:00 p.m. Held at different temples on different dates. Check newspapers for schedule.

18TH ANNUAL BAYFEST HAWAII 2007
Date: Through July 1
Time: Fri. 5pm-1am, Sat. & Sun. noon to 1pm; Mon. 5pm-1am; Tues.Noon-Midnight
Place: Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay (Windward Oahu)
Oahu's biggest summer carnival. Explosive musical acts, nightly blockbuster fireworks show, hair-raising carnival rides, extreme events, favorite foods and much more! Call: (808) 254-7679.

POLYNESIAN ARTS FESTIVAL
Date: July 2 - 31
Place: Polynesian Cultural Center (Windward Oahu)
During this new month-long festival, some of the finest island artisans in the world will be showcasing their works. If you’re looking for beautiful and authentic crafts, clothing and décor, don’t miss this chance to own a piece of Polynesia. Call: (808) 293-3333 or 1-800-367-7060.

3RD OF JULY FIREWORKS & ENTERTAINMENT EXTRAVAGANZA
Date: July 3
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Place: Aloha Tower Marketplace
Celebrate Independence Day early with your whole family. Aloha Tower Marketplace offers live entertainment on multiple stages as well as face painting, a balloon artist, strolling entertainers, restaurant specials and a spectacular fireworks finale. 5-9 p.m. Call: (808) 566-2306.

TE MAHANA HIRO'A 'O TAHITI
Date: July 6 & 7
Place: Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie (Windward Oahu)
The sound of the tamure drums draw you in and the mesmerizing dances of Tahiti keep you on your toes at this festival. Children, or tamari‘i, around the island compete in the art of dancing and drumming during this crowd-pleasing celebration. Call: (808) 293-3333 or 1-800-367-7060.

PACIFIC HANDCRAFTERS GUILD SUMMER FESTIVAL
Date: July 7 & 8
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: McKinley High School, 1039 S. King Street, Honolulu
Promoting the uniqueness of Hawaii's fine craft artists, their work, and their cultural and economic contribution to the State of Hawaii. Call: (808) 841-0170.

EWA ORCHID SOCIETY SHOW
Date: July 13 - 15
Time: Fri. 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Place: Ewa Elementary School, 91-1280 Renton Rd., Ewa
A beautiful show with hundreds of orchids on display and for sale. One of the many orchid shows presented throughout the year by the Orchid Societies in Hawaii. Admission: $2. Call: Oahu (808) 247-3345.

THOMAS SQUARE ARTFEST
Date: July 14 & 15
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Thomas Square (directly across from the Honolulu Academy of Arts)
Features the art and handcrafted products of more than 75 Hawaii artists. We have live entertainment as well as great food. Free admission. Call: Nancy Calhoun (808) 696-6717.

2007 HAWAII STATE FARM FAIR
Date: Thurs.July 19 to Sun.July 22 plus Fri.July 27 to Sun.July 29 (2 weekends)
Time: Thurs. & Fri. 6pm to Midnight; Sat. & Sun. Noon to Midnight
Place: Kapolei Community Park (Corner of Farrington Hwy & Ft.Barrett Rd)
Family fun in the country! Country market, plant & orchid sale, livestock exhibition, sampling & demos, keiki activities, Meadow Gold Petting Zoo, favorite island musicians and E.K. Fernandez Shows Midway. Call: (808) 682-5767.

HAWAII ALL-COLLECTORS SHOW
Date: July 20 & 21
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Place: Blaisdell Exhibition Hall, Honolulu
Hawaii All-Collectors Show is Hawaii's largest annual collectibles and antiques show and sale. The show features 180 booths and the biggest selection of Hawaiiana under one roof. Everything for sale from Antique Aloha Shirts, estate jewelry, art, kitchen goods, beads, coins and more. Vendors are from Oahu, Outer Islands, Mainland U.S. and Japan. We also feature collector's displays and club events. Call: Ilene Wong (808) 941-9754.

HAWAIIAN ISLANDS VINTAGE SURF AUCTION - QUIKSILVEREDITION
Date: July 20 & 21
Time: Fri. Free appraisals 10-4; Sat.10-5 followed by live auction.
Place: Blaisdell Center, Honolulu
Over 100 years of Island influenced vintage surfboards, art, Hawaiiana and surf memorabilia from the turn of the century to the early '80s. Proceeds benefit the Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation Scholarship Fund. Call: Jodi Wilmott, Ocean Promotion (808) 258-8533 or visit their site.

30TH ANNUAL PRINCE LOT HULA FESTIVAL
Date: July 21
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Moanalua Gardens, Honolulu
The state's oldest and largest non-competitive exhibition of hula. Halau hula will grace the earthen hula mound under the decades old monkeypod trees. Enjoy crafts, kapa-making, lauhala-weaving, ipu-make and take, lomilomi massage, traditional Hawaiian games, food, and so much more! Bring beach mats or low-back chairs. A wonderful event. Free (donations appreciated). Call: (808) 839-5334 or visit their site.

KAIMUKI ORCHID SOCIETY SHOW
Date: July 21 & 22
Time: Saturday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Place: Kilauea Recreation Center, 4109 Kilauea Ave., Honolulu
A beautiful show with hundreds of orchids on display and for sale. One of the many orchid shows presented throughout the year by the Orchid Societies in Hawaii. Admission free. Call: Oahu (808) 247-3345.

WAIKIKI ARTFEST
Date: July 21 & 22
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Kapiolani Park (directly across from Honolulu Zoo)
Featuring the art and handcrafted products of more than 75 Hawaii artists including all types of jewelry, clothing, stained glass, ceramics, quilts and bags, wood products, soaps and candles. All products are displayed for sale by the artist personally. We have live entertainment and great food. Join us and celebrate the arts of Hawaii. Free admission. Call: Nancy Calhoun (808) 696-6717 or email tropicalcottons@aol.com

HALEIWA ARTS FESTIVAL TENTH ANNUAL SUMMER ARTFEST
Date: July 21 & 22
Time: Saturday: 10am - 6pm; Sunday 10am - 5pm
Place: Haleiwa Beach Park, North Shore
This year's 10th Annual Festival features Juried Visual Artists, plus Musicians, Singers, Dancers, Cultural Trolley Tours, Storytellers, Student Art, Art Demonstrations and Children’s Art Activities. Free Admission and parking. Call: (808) 637-2277.

STARBUCKS 37TH ANNUAL UKULELE FESTIVAL
Date: July 22
Time: 10:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Place: Kapiolani Park Bandstand, Waikiki
The Ukulele Festival is by far the largest of it's kind in the world, attracting an audience of thousands to a free two-hour concert that showcases the finest ukulele players, along with national celebrities, Hawaii's top entertainers, and an ukulele orchestra of more than 800 students, mostly children. Come and join us at the Ukulele Festival. Free Admission! Call: (808) 732-3739 or email info@roysakuma.net. Photo Page.

2007 HAWAII CONSERVATION CONFERENCE
Date: July 25 - 27
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Place: Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu
The Hawaii Conservation Conference (HCC) is the largest gathering of people actively involved in the protection and management of Hawaii’s natural environment. The purpose of the conference is to facilitate information transfer and interaction among natural resource managers and the scientific community. Call: Mariza Silva (808) 587-0061 or visit their site.

JACKPOT RODEO
Date: July 28
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Place: To be advised
"Cowboy Up"!! Don't miss this fast-paced rodeo action. Men, women and keiki compete in 3D and Open Barrel Racing, as well as 3D and Open Pole-Bending. Bring a picnic and the whole family for a day with some of Hawaii's finest (and fastest!) horses, cowboys and cowgirls. Free. Call: John Teixeira (808) 389-9884.

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