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.
 
NAVIGATING CULTURAL CONNECTIONS: HOKULEA'S VOYAGE TO JAPAN
Date: Through June 1
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Tues. - Sat.)
Place: Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, 2454 South Beretania St., Honolulu
Inspired by the Hokulea's voyage to Japan, this exhibition presented by the JCCH explores the historical and cultural connections between Hawaii and Japan over the past 150 years. These connections have ranged from friendship to war and back again and involve a wide range of colorful historical actors. The exhibition also examines the particular connections between Hawaii and various Japanese prefectures the Hokulea will be visiting on its voyage. Gallery visitors will also be able to follow the progress and current status of the Hokulea as it makes its way across the Pacific. Free for JCCH members; $3 for Hawaii residents; $5 for non-residents. Call: (808) 945-7633.

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.

50TH STATE FAIR
Date: Through June 17 (4 wknds. May 24-28; Jun. 1-3; Jun.7-10; & Jun.15-17)
Place: Aloha Stadium (Parking Lot)
Food, games, a midway of E.K. Fernandez rides, and booths. Admission. Call: Honolulu Jaycees (808) 682-5767.

PACIFIC HANDCRAFTERS GUILD: FUN IN THE SUN
Date: June 2 & 3
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Kakaako Gateway Park, Honoluu Waterfront
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.

28TH ANNUAL PAN-PACIFIC FESTIVAL: MATSURI IN HAWAII (HAWAIIAN HALF MARATHON 2007 AND 5 MILE FUN RUN/WALK)
Date: June 3
This half marathon starts off at 5:00 a.m. at Magic Island, goes through Waikiki, around Diamond Head, and finishes at Kapiolani Park, for a scenic and challenging run. Length is 13 miles, and the course is USATF certified. The fun run/walk is 5 miles long, and starts at 7:00 a.m., on Monsarrat Ave., next to the Waikiki Shell. The course will be two laps around Kapiolani Park. Call: (808) 926-8177 or email ppf@kihhnl.com.

28TH ANNUAL PAN-PACIFIC FESTIVAL: MATSURI IN HAWAII (PAN-PACIFIC HOOLAULEA)
Date: June 8
Time: 6:40 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Place: Kalakaua Avenue, Waikiki
Join us under the stars in the annual hoolaulea (block party). Get set for a rollicking good time at the block party, with entertainers from Japan, Hawaii, the Mainland U.S. and other pan-pacific regions performing on six stages, as well as street performers, ethnic food booths and more. Call: (808) 926-8177 or email ppf@kihhnl.com.

135TH ANNUAL KING KAMEHAMEHA CELEBRATION
Date: Friday June 8 & Saturday June 9
First declared a public holiday by a Royal Proclamation issued on December 22, 1871 by King Kamehameha V to honor his grandfather, King Kamehameha I, unifier of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Events today include a statue draping ceremony at the statue of Kamehameha the Great, in front of Honolulu Civic Center with 13 foot floral tributes, which are created throughout the day by volunteers - music & hula performances add to the colorful display - a photographer's delight (Friday, June 8 at 4:30 pm); plus the 91st annual King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade (Saturday, June 9 at 8:30 am) followed by the annual Na Hana Noeau o Ka Pakipika Festival at the Queen Kapiolani Park in Waikiki. The Festival includes cultural demonstrations, food, and entertainment. All events are free. Call: (808) 586-0333.

28TH ANNUAL PAN-PACIFIC FESTIVAL - MATSURI IN HAWAII
Date: June 8 - 10
Summer time in Hawaii means festival time. Come and join us in a fun filled weekend (Fri., Sat., & Sun.)at the annual Pan-Pacific Festival--Matsuri in Hawaii. This annual event is a cross-cultural exchange between the people of Hawaii, Japan, Mainland USA and other Pan-Pacific regions. Come and see "Taiko" drums from different regions of Japan, along with performances by local and Japanese hula dancers. Plus many other traditional cultural arts. It is an event geared for every member of the family. Call: (808) 926-8177 or email ppf@kihhnl.com.

28TH PAN-PACIFIC FESTIVAL - MATSURI IN HAWAII: PERFORMING ARTS
Date: June 8, 9 & 10
Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center Stage: Fri.1-3pm, Sat.1:30- 3:30pm, Sun.1:30-
3:30pm.
Ala Moana Shopping Center Stage: Fri.11am-5pm, Sat.3:30-8:30pm, Sun.11am-4pm.
Come down and see traditional cultural performing arts such as taiko drummers, Minyo shows and Hula performances. Free. Call: (808) 926-8177 or email ppf@kihhnl.com.

28TH PAN-PACIFIC FESTIVAL - MATSURI IN HAWAII: NA HANA NOEAU O KA PAKIPIKA
Date: June 9
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Place: Kapiolani Park, Waikiki
Enjoy demonstrations and exhibitions of Japanese and Hawaiian culture. Held in conjunction with the King Kamehameha Celebration. Call: (808) 926-8177 or email ppf@kihhnl.com.

90TH ANNUAL KING KAMEHAMEHA CELEBRATION FLORAL PARADE
Date: June 9
Time: Start 8:30 a.m.
Place: Parade starts from King & Richards Streets, Honolulu
Colorful floral floats, glamorous Pau riders and outstanding marching bands traverse the streets of Honolulu. The Parade begins at King and Richards Streets, goes down Punchbowl Street onto Ala Moana Blvd, merges into Kalakaua Ave, and ends at the Queen Kapiolani Park in Waikiki. The annual Na Hana Noeau o Ka Pakipika Festival at the Queen Kapiolani Park follows the Parade featuring displays and comparisons of both Hawaiian and Japanese cultures, arts and crafts demonstrations, food, and entertainment. All events are free. Call: King Kamehameha Celebration Commission (808) 586-0333.

2007 GRAND SUMO TOURNAMENT IN HAWAII
Date: June 9 & 10
Place: Neal S. Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu
For the first time since 1993, the world's top sumo wrestlers face off in Hawaii for an earthshaking competition filled with the ritual and pageantry of Japan's revered national sport. Call: Bishop Museum (808) 847-3511.

THOMAS SQUARE ARTFEST
Date: June 9 & 10
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.

ALII SUNDAY
Date: June 10
Time: Pre-Service Activities at 8:30 a.m.; Service at 9:00 a.m.
Place: Kawaiahao Church, 957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu
A glimpse of the pageantry of Hawaii's royal past - a worship service in honor of Kamehameha Ekahi. Call: (808) 522-1333 or visit their site.

28TH ANNUAL PAN-PACIFIC FESTIVAL: MATSURI IN HAWAII (PAN-PACIFIC MATSURI PARADE)
Date: Sunday, June 10
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Place: Kalakaua Avenue, from Fort DeRussy to Monsarrat Ave. by Kapiolani Park
This is the main event for the Pan-Pacific Festival. Beginning at Fort DeRussy, the parade goes down Kalakaua Avenue, through the heart of Waikiki and ends at Kapiolani Park. There will be over 1000 marchers participating in the parade. During the parade, don't miss your opportunity to see groups that you will not get to see outside Japan. Don't miss the highlight of the parade, which will include the return of the Ushioni mikoshi as well as the Onbashira float. We will also have various high school bands from Hawaii and the Mainland U.S., local ethnic groups marching as well. Come see and support your favorite group. Call: (808) 926-8177 or email ppf@kihhnl.com.

AIEA ORCHID CLUB SHOW
Date: June 15 - 17
Time: Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sat: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Place: Aiea Elementary School, 99-370 Moanalua Road, Aiea
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 donation. Call: Oahu (808) 247-3345.

WALK NOW
Date: June 16
Time: 7:00 a.m. - Noon (walk begins at 8:30 am)
Place: Magic Island, Honolulu
The Cure Autism Now Foundation will host "Walk Now" Honolulu, Hawaii, a 5K Walk/Community Resource Fair/Family Festival. Free - each walker who raises $200 will receive an official "Walk Now" T-shirt. Call: (808) 235-4411.

WAIKIKI ARTFEST
Date: June 16 & 17
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.

BE STEEL MY HEART
Date: June 22
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Place: Hawaii Theatre Center, Bethel St., Honolulu (Chinatown)
Lovers of steel guitar will enjoy an evening of the best in Hawaiian steel guitar music, hula and fun as we pay tribute to possibly the best known instrument in the Hawaiian music inventory- the steel guitar. Tickets $33. Call: (808) 528-0506.

34TH ANNUAL KING KAMEHAMEHA HULA COMPETITION
Date: Friday, June 22 & Saturday, June 23
Time: Friday at 6:00 p.m., Saturday at 1:00 p.m.
Place: Neal S. Blasdell Center Arena, Honolulu
Hula groups from Oakland and Los Angeles, California, Las Vegas, Nevada, Japan and Hawaii. Admission. Call: (808) 536-6540 or email niele2@aol.com for ticket & other information.

2ND ANNUAL EXHIBIT ART CONTEST OF THE NATIONAL ARTS PROGRAM
Date: June 25 - July 12
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Place: Honolulu Hale (downtown Honolulu)
The artistic talents of City and County of Honolulu employees and their family members will be featured in the second annual exhibit of The National Arts Program®. The exhibit will include original works in various mediums including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, and crafting. Free. Call: (808) 523-4674.

56TH ANNUAL ARTISTS OF HAWAII
Date: June 28 - July 29
Place: Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 South Beretania St.
An important state-wide juried event that is designed to highlight the best work of Hawaii's artistic community. Call: (808) 532-8700.

18TH ANNUAL BAYFEST HAWAII 2007
Date: June 29 - 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.

JACKPOT RODEO
Date: June 30
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Place: Kawailoa Ranch, Haleiwa (North Shore)
"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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