Events worth showing up for
A curated list of public events across the islands: block parties, lūʻau, benefit concerts, slow Saturday markets. Bring an empty cooler and small bills.
Pan-Pacific Festival
Pan-Pacific Festival — June 12–14, 2026. Listed on The Hawaii Admirer; follow the source link for venue, schedule, and ticket details.
King Kamehameha Celebration
King Kamehameha Celebration — June 20, 2026. Listed on The Hawaii Admirer; follow the source link for venue, schedule, and ticket details.
Kapalua Food & Wine Festival
Kapalua Food & Wine Festival — June 25–28, 2026. Listed on The Hawaii Admirer; follow the source link for venue, schedule, and ticket details.
RECYCLED ORCHESTRA at Capitol Modern
RECYCLED ORCHESTRA at Capitol Modern — July 5, 2026 at Capitol Modern: The Hawaii State Art Museum. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Emergency Preparedness Expo 2026
Emergency Preparedness Expo 2026 — July 5, 2026 at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
The Other Ones at Blue Note Hawaii
The Other Ones at Blue Note Hawaii — July 5, 2026 at Blue Note Hawaii 22.50. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Special Fundraising screening of THE ADDICTION OF HOPE
Special Fundraising screening of THE ADDICTION OF HOPE — July 5, 2026 at Aloha Theatre $10.00. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Schindler Space Architect (film + 30-minute Q&A with director)
Schindler Space Architect (film + 30-minute Q&A with director) — July 5, 2026 at Honolulu Museum of Art $20. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Social Security & Medicare Seminar
Social Security & Medicare Seminar — July 5, 2026 at J. Walter Cameron Center. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Free Dinner + Documentary Screening of 13th
Free Dinner + Documentary Screening of 13th — July 5, 2026 at Central Union Church. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Housing & Resource Fair
Housing & Resource Fair — July 5, 2026 at Royal Lahaina Resort. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Jane Monheit Sings Cole Porter at Blue Note Hawaii
Jane Monheit Sings Cole Porter at Blue Note Hawaii — July 5, 2026 at Blue Note Hawaii $30-$40. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
NOAA Pacific Islands Ocean Exploration Center: After Hours Speaker on Hōlanikū in Papahānaumokuākea
NOAA Pacific Islands Ocean Exploration Center: After Hours Speaker on Hōlanikū in Papahānaumokuākea — July 5, 2026 at Pacific Islands Ocean. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Reunion Vibes: Let's Rewind Together
Reunion Vibes: Let's Rewind Together — July 5, 2026 at Mango Street Grill. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament
Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament — August 1–9, 2026. Listed on The Hawaii Admirer; follow the source link for venue, schedule, and ticket details.
Rich Crandall "Piano Sketches"
Rich Crandall "Piano Sketches" — August 6, 2026 at Studio 909, Musicians' Assn. of Hawaii $10+ cash or check only. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Hawaii Kai Library Community Bookstore
Hawaii Kai Library Community Bookstore — August 6, 2026 at Hawaii Kai Library Community Bookstore. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong at Blue Note Hawaii
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong at Blue Note Hawaii — August 6, 2026 at Blue Note Hawaii $35-$45. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Hale Kanikapila Presents: Johnny Ness Band
Hale Kanikapila Presents: Johnny Ness Band — August 6, 2026 at Hale Kanikapila. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Hale Kanikapila Presents: Open Mic
Hale Kanikapila Presents: Open Mic — August 6, 2026 at Hale Kanikapila. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Papaikou Hongwanji Bon Dance
Papaikou Hongwanji Bon Dance — August 6, 2026 at Papaikou Hongwanji Bon Dance. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Talk Story: David Kaʻio
Talk Story: David Kaʻio — August 6, 2026 at Courtyard Marriott Oahu North Shore. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
"All the Things I Leave You" film in Ilokano with English subtitles
"All the Things I Leave You" film in Ilokano with English subtitles — August 6, 2026 at ProArts Theater 10.60. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Talent Summit 2026
Talent Summit 2026 — August 6, 2026 at Ala Moana Honolulu by Mantra $200 - $250. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Maui Classical Music Festival
Maui Classical Music Festival — September 3, 2026 at Makawao Union Church $30 suggested donation; $10 student. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays Music of The Beatles + More For Kids at Blue Note Hawaii
The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays Music of The Beatles + More For Kids at Blue Note Hawaii — September 4, 2026 at Blue Note Hawaii $20 - $25. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Special Olympics Hawaii’s Fueling Dreams
Special Olympics Hawaii’s Fueling Dreams — September 4, 2026 at Various Hele locations across Oahu, Hawaii Island, and Maui. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Hāmākua Homesteading Series
Hāmākua Homesteading Series — September 4, 2026 at Laupahoehoe Public & School Library. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
FAUNA: Animal Imagery in the EWC Collection
FAUNA: Animal Imagery in the EWC Collection — September 4, 2026 at East-West Center Gallery. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Kala'e and Kalena at Blue Note Hawaii
Kala'e and Kalena at Blue Note Hawaii — September 4, 2026 at Blue Note Hawaii $30 - $45. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Spring Fair + Swap Meet
Spring Fair + Swap Meet — September 4, 2026 at Villages of Kapolei Association (Kapolei Rec Center). Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Kani Ka ‘Ōpala: Take a Sad Song & Make it Better
Kani Ka ‘Ōpala: Take a Sad Song & Make it Better — September 4, 2026 at Hamilton Library bridge gallery. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
J-Pop Demon Killaz and The Hangry Grames
J-Pop Demon Killaz and The Hangry Grames — September 4, 2026 at Palikū Theatre at Windward Community College $15-$25 Every 2 weeks. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Thunder From Down Under
Thunder From Down Under — September 4, 2026 at The Republik $49.50 - $59.50. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Kauaʻi Community College Symphony Orchestra 2026 Spring Concert, with the Kauaʻi ʻOpio and Keiki Orchestra
Kauaʻi Community College Symphony Orchestra 2026 Spring Concert, with the Kauaʻi ʻOpio and Keiki Orchestra — September 4, 2026 at Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center Free!. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Emmer & Rye Pop-Up at Moana with Chef Kevin Fink
Emmer & Rye Pop-Up at Moana with Chef Kevin Fink — September 6, 2026 at Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
ZENSHIN DAIKO’S 27th Annual Taiko Festival
ZENSHIN DAIKO’S 27th Annual Taiko Festival — September 6, 2026 at Maui Arts & Cultural Center / Castle Theater TICKETS: $20 (Children under 12) & $38 (Adults) - Includes ALL Taxes & Fees. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Pacific Bonsai Club Annual Bonsai Exhibit & Plant Fair
Pacific Bonsai Club Annual Bonsai Exhibit & Plant Fair — September 6, 2026 at Noelani Elementary School. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Kauai Marathon
Kauai Marathon — September 6, 2026. Listed on The Hawaii Admirer; follow the source link for venue, schedule, and ticket details.
Goth Line-Dancing at Proof Social Club
Goth Line-Dancing at Proof Social Club — September 6, 2026 at Proof Social Club 10. Listed on Hawaiʻi Public Radio's Community Calendar; follow the source link for schedule and ticket details.
Lotte Championship
Lotte Championship — Sep 28 – Oct 4, 2026. Listed on The Hawaii Admirer; follow the source link for venue, schedule, and ticket details.
Events are sourced from local Hawaiʻi calendars (The Hawaii Admirer, Hawaiʻi Public Radio) and admin-curated additions. Confirm dates, venue, and ticket details with the organizer before traveling.
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