Monthly Events

NATURE CONSERVANCY HIKE: HONOULIULI PRESERVE, PALIKEA TRAIL The Palikea Trail is a steep ridge hike in the Waianae Mountains. Interpretive guides share the history of the area, point out flora and fauna and explain the cultural uses of both. (808) 587-6220

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Jan. 5
MPRRC SPRINT SERIES - PEARLRIDGE 2-MILE RACE
Mid-Pacific Road Runners Club gives the beginning runner a chance to progress from an introductory 2-mile race up to an 8K (5 mile) distance early in the year. For more information call (808) 395-7154.

Jan. 17 - 18
CHINESE NEW YEARS CELEBRATION
Celebrate the Chinese New Year at the Mun Fa Cultural Plaza, Beretania and Maunakea Streets. Lots of entertainment, lion dance, food booths, pageants and more. The Chinese Cultural Plaza on Beretania at River Street opens to the public and is transformed into a festival bazaar. For more information call the Chinese Chamber of Commerce at (808) 533-3181.

January 17 - 19
ALOHA GYMFEST
This is Hawai´i's leading multinational girls gymnastics competition featuring top teams from Hawai´i, the mainland and Pacific Rim countries such as Canada, Japan and Australia. Aloha Gymfest is the longest continuously held gymnastics competition in the USA. Held at Kailua High School. For more information call (808) 235-6866.

Jan. 19
WAIKIKI COMMUNITY CENTER'S ANNUAL ALA WAI CHALLENGE
A fun, family event for the community, visitors and local residents. Participate in a day of canoe sprint races and makahiki games. The event will be held at the Ala Wai Field and playground from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (808) 923-1802.

Jan. 20 - 26
ANNUAL ALOHA STATE SQUARE & ROUND DANCE FESTIVAL
Festival begins with trail-in activities including luaus, dancing at the special sites, and local events. Three days of festival dances and workshops begin at the Ala Wai Golf Course ballrooms featuring nationally recognized callers and cuers. For more information call (808) 456-8465 or visit them online.

Jan (TBA)
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. PARADE Join the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Coalition & The City & County of Honolulu for a parade in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The parade will start from Magic Island at Ala Moana Park at 10 a.m.,to Kapi´olani Park. (808) 395-4612

Mid -Jan. (TBA) HAWAI´I'S OPERA THEATRE SEASON PREMIERE Backed by a reputation for artistic excellence, the Hawai´i Opera Theatre attracts talent internationally in parts of Europe and Asia as well as from the mainland. Continues through March. (808) 596-7858

Feb. 2
MID PACIFIC ROAD RUNNERS CLUB SPRINT SERIES
Harold Chapson Memorial, 8K, 7 a.m. at Kapi´olani Park. A great opportunity for beginners and vets to train for the Straub 10k Women and the Johnny Faerber 10K men race in March. For more information call (808) 951-1648.

Feb. 2
NFL PRO BOWL
The AFC best players at their positions face their counterparts from the NFC in the League's Football All-Star Game. Set in Honolulu's 50,000-seat Aloha Stadium. Call (808) 526-4400.

Feb. 6 - 9
9TH ANNUAL BIA HOME BUILDING & REMODELING SHOW
"Seek Professional Help... Before It's Too Late" is the theme of this popular event that showcases the best new building-industry products and services. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. For more information call BIA at (808) 847-4666 ext 206.

Feb. 8 -11
ACADEMY SHOP ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE
Honolulu Academy of Arts' Academy Art Center offers this very popular annual sale with extraordinary bargains and collectibles. Free admission. Tues-Sat 10 am-4:30 pm; Sun 1-5 pm. 1111 Victoria Street. For more information call (808) 532-8700.

Feb. 13 - 16
ANNUAL PEARL OPEN AND PRO-AM GOLF
Watch the pros at the Pearl Country Club, 98-535 Kaonohi St. in Aiea. 190 top professional and amateur golfers from Japan and America. Free Admission. Everyone welcome! For more information call (808) 487-3802.

Feb. 17
ANNUAL GREAT ALOHA RUN
This 8.15 mile run/walk starts at Aloha Tower in downtown Honolulu (with entertainment along the route) and ends in Aloha Stadium. Prior to the Monday, Presidents' Day race every year, is a 3-day Health, Fitness & Sports Expo, Senior Citizens Fun Run/Walk and a Keiki (Children) Fun Run & Circus Party. Entry Fee. For more information call (808) 528-7388.

Feb. 22 - 23
RUNNING OF THE OAHU PERIMETER RELAY-134 M
134-mile race starts at Kapiolani Park, 6 p.m. For more information call (808) 295-MPRR.

Late Feb (TBA)
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP OF WOMEN'S BODYBOARDING
This is the only event for women at the famous Banzai Pipeline, on Oahu's north shore. The competition features 70+ of the world's best women competitors from 14 countries and is the final stop on the Ladies Bodyboarding World Championship Tour. For more information call (808) 638-1149.

March (TBA)
HONOLULU FESTIVAL
Established in 1994, the festivities include plays from Japan, street performers, bon-dancing, and a parade in Waikiki. For plans for the festival, contact the Honolulu Festival Foundation at (808) 926-2424 or visit their website.

April 2 - 4
PAN PACIFIC QUILT SHOW AND CONFERENCE
Premiere of the Pan Pacific Quilt Show & Conference held at the Hawai´i Convention Center in Honolulu. Enjoy a magnificent collection of quilts, a variety of workshops, and a wonderful Merchants Mall. (215) 862-5828 or visit http://www.quiltfest.com.

April 2 - 6
UHM KENNEDY THEATRE "FOOTHOLDS II: YOUNG CHOREOGRAPHERS ON STAGE"
An annual display of the best new work from student choreographers. Also included will be works by BFA candidates Malia Yamamoto and Traci Chun. April 2, 3, 4, 5 at 8 pm, April 6 at 2 pm. Tickets on sale March 31 $3-$12. For more information call (808) 956-7655.

April 6
ANNUAL HAWAI´I MUSIC AWARDS
Held at Kapono's located at the Aloha Tower Marketplace, from 6 to 9 p.m. An exciting night of presentation of awards for Hawai´i's most popular recording artist and entertainers. Performance include a variety of musical groups and entertainers. Every kind of music from Hawai´i is represented at the event. Admission $10. For more information call (808) 951-6699.

April 11 - 17
HAWAI´I INTERNATIONAL SPRING FILM FESTIVAL
Held at the Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, expect the very best and latest in independent and global cinema. For more information call (808) 528-3456.

April 13
HAWAI´I YOUTH SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION SPRING CONCERT
Exciting performances by Youth Symphony I, Youth Symphony II, and Concert Orchestra. 4 pm at Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall. Tickets are $10.50, or $5.50 for students/seniors (55+). For more information call (808) 941-9706.

April 14
ANNUAL PROGRESSIVE DINNER
Hawai´i Restaurant Association presents its annual Progressive Dinner. Experience three of Hawai´i's best restaurants all in one evening! Begins and ends at Kapono's. Party aboard your own private trolley. Silent auction, raffles and surprises. Tickets $80-$100. Call (808) 536-9105.

April 14
CHAMBER MUSIC HAWAI´I: THE SPRING WIND QUINTET
"Fun and games" featuring composers Rimsky-Korsakov, Nielsen, Plog, Jan Bach, and Morton. Honolulu Academy of Arts. 7:30 pm. $15 general. 900 S. Beretania Street (Theater entrance is on Kinau Street). (808) 532-8700.

April 14 - 25
ANNUAL HAWAI´I INVITATIONAL INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL
High school and junior high groups, college bands and pageantry units perform in competition for two weeks in Waikiki. Free concerts in the park and the 23rd Annual "Salute to Youth" parade on April 23 on Kalakaua Avenue. (714) 952-2263.

April 18 - 25
YOUNG PEOPLES' SPRING EXHIBIT
A selection of children's artwork from the spring session of the Honolulu Academy of Arts Center classes. Tues.-Sat., 10 am - 4:30 pm; Sat., 1-5 pm; Closed Mondays. $7 general admission. (808) 532-8700.

April 25 - 26
LEEWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE DANCE FESTIVAL
With a reputation for presenting Hawai´i's finest young dancers in works by established and emerging choreographers, the festival returns with a variety of traditional, cutting-edge, and risk-taking dance styles. Leeward Community College Theatre, Pearl City, 7:30 p.m. (808) 455-0385.

April 25 - 27
THE ACADEMY IN BLOOM
Fabulous floral displays and garden plants will be on display during this weekend green-thumb extravaganza by the Garden Club of Hawai´i. Hawai´i's best amateur gardeners compete in a variety of categories for Best-of-Show. Sat 10 am - 4:30 pm; Sun 1-5 pm. 900 S. Beretania Street. Honolulu Academy of Arts at (808) 532-8700.

April 27
GIFT OF LIFE 10K RACE
Join us for the Annual Gift of Life 10K Race - Race starts at 7 am - going around Magic Island (Ala Moana Beach Park), through Waikiki, ending at Kapi´olani Park, at the foot of Diamond Head. Participants are asked to collect pledges - incentive prizes will be awarded. (808) 593-1515 ext 233 or visit http://www.kidneyhi.org.

April 30
UH HAWAIIAN CHORUS AND UH HULA & CHANT ENSEMBLES
Vicky Holt Takamine, kumu hula. Nola A. Nahulu, choir director. The ensembles celebrate May Day in a concert of mele and hula dedicated to Hawai´i's symbol of aloha, the lei. Orvis Auditorium. 7:30 pm. $10 general /$6 students, seniors. (808) 956-8742.

May 1
MAY DAY
Enjoy Island festivities that include flowers, lei and hula competitions, and an evening of Hawaiian song and dance under the stars at the Waikiki Shell. Celebrated since 1927, it continues to perpetuate the custom of giving and receiving lei. Naomi Carter (808) 692-5118.

May 2-11
Hawaii Romance Festival
Celebrate some of the most romantic music ever written performed by guest star entertainers from the Mainland and the Islands with a wide variety of venues. See events online.

May (12 TBD)
KO´OLINA BOAT SHOW AND EXPO
Third annual exhibit of boats and related products. Ko´Olina Marina. Mike Nelson (808) 254-3474.

June 11-14
ANNIVERSARY PAN-PACIFIC FESTIVAL MATSURI IN HAWAIK´I
Enjoy colorful costumes of centuries-old cultural performances, listen to the enthralling beat of the taiko drums, and watch the parade marchers who perform along the route. (808) 926-8177.

June 25-27
TASTE OF HONOLULU
Literally a feast of festivities! The best tasting food from the most popular restaurants and chefs on all of O´ahu, outdoors under a tropical sky. Hawaiian entertainment, wine tasting, and cooking lessons. Call (808) 536-1015 or visit online.

July 1
ANNUAL FRANK B. SHANER HAWAIIAN FALSETTO CONTEST Amateur falsetto singers vie for prizes with a stunning display of talent. Some of Hawai´i's top musical stars perform. For more information call the Hawai´i Theatre box office at (808) 528-0506.

Jul 17
MGF'S ANNUAL PRINCE LOT HULA FESTIVAL
Moanalua Gardens Foundation proudly presents the 27th Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival in Moanalua Gardens from 8am-4pm. FREE. Tina Cantorna (808) 839-5334.

Jul 25
STARBUCK'S ANNUAL ´UKULELE FESTIVAL
Held yearly on the last Sunday of July at Kapiolani Park Bandstand in Waikiki, the ´Ukulele Festival attracts thousands of residents and visitors to a FREE two-hour concert that showcases many of the finest ´ukulele players in the world, along with Hawai´i's top entertainers, national celebrities, and an ´ukulele orchestra of more than 800 children. Food booths, ukulele displays and more! Roy Sakuma (808) 732-3739.

All month of July (ongoing)
PUBLIC TOURS AT JAMES CAMPBELL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge is located near Kahuku town on the north shore of O´ahu. This wetland refuge is home to four endangered Hawaiian water birds and numerous migratory waterfowl and shorebirds. Tours are offered twice a week and are about one hour and a half in duration. Tours are free, but reservations are required. Tours are discontinued until October, 2003. Call office for other activity information. For more information call the refuge office at (808) 637-6330.

Every Tuesday and Saturday of July, except holidays (ongoing)
ARBORETUM TOURS
Enjoy the ever-changing sights and sounds of the Lyon Arboretum, University of Hawai´i. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides will share highlights of the Arboretum collections. Tours are Tuesday 10 - 11:30 a.m. and Saturday 1 - 2:30 p.m. Preregistration is required. Tour donation: $2.50. For more information call (808) 988-0456.

Every Friday in July (ongoing)
FREE BANDSTAND CONCERT
Various musical performers appear at Kapi´olani Park Bandstand in Waikiki from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Free parking, great music and the best sunsets in the world! Presented by the Honolulu City & County Office of Waikiki Development. For more information call (808) 843-8002 .

Every Tuesday in July (ongoing)
GUIDED TOUR OF THE HAWAI´I THEATRE
The one-hour tour offers a unique insight into the history, art, architecture and restoration of the beautiful Hawai´i Theatre in Chinatown, Honolulu. The tour includes a performance on the 1922 Robert Morton Theatre Organ. Admission is $5. For more information call (808) 528-0506.

Aug. (starting the second weekend)
ALOHA FESTIVALS
The mission of Aloha Festivals is to preserve & perpetuate Hawaiian culture and to celebrate the diverse customs, traditions and Aloha Spirit of Hawai´i. Aloha Festivals was first held in 1947 as Aloha Week, but has grown over the past five decades to encompass hundreds of events on six islands spanning a two-month period. See events online.

Saturdays (ongoing)
HONOLULU STREET MARKET
Open Saturdays only from 9 A.M. TO 2 P.M. Produce, cut flowers, bananas, fresh baked Kaka´ako breads, knick-knacks, collectibles, crafts, Paniolo Popcorn. Vendors vary. Support Hawai´i's small farmers. No admission. Free parking. (808) 221-6042.

Weekends (ongoing)
HAWAI´I NATURE CENTER
Ongoing nature classes and hikes for children and adults. 2131 Makiki Heights Drive, Honolulu. For more information call (808) 955-0100.

Sept. 21 - 22
HLF STEINLAGER SERIES - ASTON HOTELS SURF CLASSIC
Professional and amateur longboard surf contest in Waikiki. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm both days. Free for spectators, view event by Duke Kahanamoku statue. Hawaiian Longboard Federation 808-988-1726.

Sept. (through first three weeks)
ALOHA FESTIVALS
The mission of Aloha Festivals is to preserve & perpetuate Hawaiian culture and to celebrate the diverse customs, traditions and Aloha Spirit of Hawai´i. Aloha Festivals was first held in 1947 as Aloha Week, but has grown over the past five decades to encompass hundreds of events on six islands spanning a two-month period. See events online.

Sept. 20
STEINLAGER HENRY AYAU MEN'S INTERNATIONAL CANOE RACE
32-mile canoe race from East O'ahu to Ko´Olina Resort & Marina. Finishes at Ko´Olina Resort at approximately 12:30 p.m. Also Steinlager Light Volleyball Championship from 11-4, and a live, free concert with popular entertainment group Ho´onu´a. Free. Glenna Wong (808) 395-4321.

Oct. 4-5
29TH INTERTRIBAL POWWOW
Participate in a variety of activities highlighting the Native American Culture. Experience the sights, sounds, flavors and spirit of Native America. Thomas Square, downtown, 10am to 5pm. Hosted by American Indian Pow-Wow Association. Dan Yanagihara (808) 734-5171 eves.

Oct. 4
HAWAI´I PACIFIC ISLANDS KAVA FESTIVAL
Featuring kava in traditional, contemporary, and novel forms, food, entertainment, music, culture. Free. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Rd, ( kavaforum.org ) Donna Schultz, Lyon Arboretum (808) 988-0464.

Oct. 4
ANNUAL TASTE AT KAPOLEI
Graze under the stars at the annual Taste At Kapolei from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Guest chefs are participating, along with wine purveyors and entertainment by local stars!. Information (808) 674-3143.

Oct. 5
KOREAN FAMILY FESTIVAL AT THE ACADEMY
The Honolulu Academy of Arts will host a free Korean Family Festival from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Activities will include art projects for kids, traditional Korean dance and music. Honolulu Academy of Arts (808) 532-8700.

Oct. 11
ANNUAL KEIKI SPRINT TRIATHLON
Staged within the safe confines of the Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park, the distances of the Swim, Bike & Run will vary based on the age groups. Registration: $20 or $25 after 10/1. Information (808) 956-6972.

Oct. 9-12
ANNUAL HONOLULU ORCHID SHOW & PLANT SALE
Floral displays created by the various orchid clubs, lectures and demonstrations. Thurs. 1pm-9pm, Fri. & Sat. 9am-9pm, and Sun. 9am-4pm. Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Free. Information (808) 455-7541

Oct. 12
PACIFIC HANDCRAFTERS GUILD 29TH ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL
The Pacific Handcrafters Guild 29th Annual Fall Festival at Thomas Square Park across the Honolulu Academy of Arts. A festival of fine arts & crafts. Free U´ilani Mokiao (808) 841-0171

Oct. 12
ANNUAL HAWAI´I MODULAR SPACE MOLOKAI HOE
Considered to be the World Championships of long-distance canoe paddling, 100+ international teams consisting of men ages 18 years and older will paddle outrigger canoes across the treacherous 41-mile Kaiwi Channel. The first finishers are expected to land near the Hilton Hawaiian Village pier in Waikiki at approximately noon. O´ahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (808) 259-7112

Oct. 18
HAWAI´I WOMEN'S RODEO ASSOCIATION ALL GIRLS RODEO-BARBER'S POINT details online or call (808) 966-5416.

Oct. 18
ANNUAL PRINCESS KA´IULANI KEIKI HULA FESTIVAL
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sheraton Princess Ka´iulani Hotel's Ainahau Showroom. Watch over 200 children ages 5 to 12 perform. A Hawaiian Arts & Crafts fair in the Ainahau Lobby also from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free. Cynthia Rankin (808) 931-4524

Oct. 18 - 19
HAWAIIAN LONGBOARD FEDERATION HISTORIC WOODEN SURFBOARD EVENT
See legendary surfers surf on solid wood boards, spanning 13 feet and weighing in at 130+ pounds. A revival of Hawaiian culture in surfing. Exhibition to be held in Waikiki behind the Duke Kahanamoku statue. Free. Hawaiian Longboard Federation (808) 988-1726

Oct. 20 -26
PCC ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Polynesian Cultural Center celebrates with golf tournaments, displays, parade and much more. The town of La´ie and Polynesian Cultural Center will have plans for all to enjoy! PCC Information Line, (808) 293-3333

Oct. 24 - Oct. 26
TALK STORY FESTIVAL
The annual TALK STORY FESTIVAL, Hawai´i's largest and oldest storytelling celebration, 3 nights, 7 - 9:30 pm, FREE, McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Park. More online or call Jeff Gere (808) 692-5751

Oct. 30 - Nov. 9
ANNUAL HAWAI´I INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
A unique international film event, Louis Vuitton Hawai´i presents the Hawai´i International Film Festival (HIFF) is statewide. HIFF has more than a dozen screening sites on six Hawaiian Islands. Check HIFF's website or call Karen T. Sandhoff (808) 528-3456 ext. 15

Oct. 31
STREET TREAT AT BISHOP MUSEUM
The evening when hundreds of little angels, ghosts, clowns and super heroes (and their parents) will be headed to Bishop Museum for another Safe Halloween at Treat Street! Gates open at 5:30 p.m. (closes at 8:30 p.m.) Free! Bishop Museum (808) 847-3511

Nov. 12 - Nov. 23
VANS HAWAIIAN PRO
The Vans Hawaiian Pro at Haleiwa's Ali´i Beach Park is the first stop of the annual Vans Triple Crown of Surfing, November 12-23, and features the world's best surfers. Jodi Young (808) 638-7700

Nov. 12 - Dec. 20
VANS TRIPLE CROWN OF SURFING
The annual Vans Triple Crown of Surfing is the world's premier surfing series that takes place in the giant winter waves of O´ahu's North Shore, from November 12 to Dec. 20. Stop one: Vans Hawaiian Pro at Haleiwa Beach, November 12-22. Stop two: Rip Curl Cup at Sunset Beach, Nov. 24 to Dec. 8, and the final jewel in the crown: Xbox Gerry Lopez Pipeline Masters, Dec. 9-20. The Vans Triple Crown of Surfing will crown the world champion at the conclusion of the Series. Jodi Young (808) 638-7700

Nov. 15
ANNUAL MAYOR'S CULTURAL FESTIVAL & CRAFT FAIR
Handcrafted gifts, plants & produce, garden display, make & take activities, back yard jam session, entertainment and more. Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Information (808) 973-7258

Nov. 22
LYON ARBORETUM PLANT AND CRAFT SALE
An incredible assortment for sale from the arboretum's ti collection, as well as poinsettias, orchids, tillandsias and many other tropicals. Homemade crafts and many wonderful holiday decorations on sale. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lyon Arboretum in Manoa. Lyon Arboretum (808) 988-0456

Nov. 23
HONOLULU ACADEMY OF ARTS PRESENTS: PASKO!
Celebrating the holiday traditions of the Philippines, Pasko is a festival event with music and dance performances, folk arts, craft demonstrations, children's activities, and other cultural displays. FREE. 1-4 pm. 900 S. Beretania St. Honolulu Academy of Arts (808) 532-8700

Dec. 6 - 7
PACIFIC HANDCRAFTERS GUILD 29TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
The Pacific Handcrafters Guild Annual Christmas Festival at Thomas Square Park across the Honolulu Academy of Arts. A festival of fine arts & crafts that is free and open to the public. U´ilani Mokiao (808) 841-0171

Dec. 12
LOCAL CRAFTERS AT WAIKIKI BEACH MARRIOTT RESORT
A showcase the finest in local products. Free and open to the public, 9 a.m. 2552 Kalakaua Avenue. For more information visit www.marriottwaikiki.com. Concierge (808) 922-6611

Dec. 13
ANNUAL HONOLULU ADVERTISER JINGLE BELL RUN
This is anything you want it to be-a run, walk, parade, costume contest, singing contest, canine contest, or entertainment. Starting at 6 p.m. at the corner of King and Alapa´i streets near the Municipal Building. Jingle Bell Fun Run (808) 943-8808 ext. 24

Dec. 13 -14
ALA MOANA PARK ARTFEST
Featuring Made in Hawai´i products of local handcraft artisans and fine artists, music, wonderful food and snacks. 9am - 4pm, free. Diamond Head end of Ala Moana Beach Park, opposite the Ala Moana Shopping Center. Nancy Calhoun (808) 696-6717

Dec. 14
The Annual Honolulu Marathon
Tens of thousands of runners come from all over the world to participate in this prestigious event, held Sunday, 5 AM start. Ends at Kapi´olani Park. 734-7200 or www.honolulumarathon.org.

Dec. 6 -31
Honolulu City Lights
Dazzling tree and wreath displays at Honolulu Hale accompany the brightly lighted downtown streets.