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September 2020
Paradise Craft Fair-a Virtual Online Event
Featured Events »With so many in-person events being cancelled, we are bringing the event to you online. Kauai has so many Talented Artisans and we have assembled a diverse sample of handmade products to choose from. On our event website Paradise Craft Fair, we showcase the artists and their work as well as connecting you directly to them. Each participant also offers a special discount during the event. Whether you are looking for a gift or something for yourself, shopping local has…
Mokihana Festival Cultural Presentation – E Mau ana ka Puana Mele Inoa (Hawaiian Poetry)
Featured Events »"E Mau ana ka Puana Mele Inoa--Continuing Mele Inoa Traditions: King Kaumuali'i, Queen Lili'uokalani, and President Barak Obama" Mele inoa (name songs that honor people) is a long-standing genre of Hawaiian poetry that goes back centuries. While each is personal to the honoree, there are meiwi, or poetic and stylistic devices that have continued over time. This presentation looks at three specific examples for leaders across three centuries: Kaua'i's last sovereign, King Kaumuali'i, Hawai'i's last monarch, Queen Lili'uokalani, and US President…
Mokihana Festival Cultural Presentation – Did You Know? Now you Do!
Featured Events »The Mālie Foundation is about educating the community of the rich history and interesting facts of Kauaʻi. We have created the Mālie University featuring Kumu Hula Maka Herrod with Did You Know? & Now You Do! mini vignettes about our beautiful island of Kauaʻi. Please join us virtually via social media on Facebook - the Maile Foundation.
Kauaʻi Mokihana Festival Hula Hōʻike
Featured Events »Featuring hālau hula from Kauaʻi, Maui, Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, California, and Japan along with highlights of previous KMF Hula Competition. Also highlighting the Mokihana Mākeke (Market) sharing about products from Kauaʻi along with other craft vendors who have join. Please join us virtually on September 25th to view the competition via social media on Facebook - Maile Foundation.
Kauaʻi Mokihana Festival – Miss Mokihana Hula Kahiko Competition – Submission Deadline September 5th.
Featured Events »Miss Mokihana Hula Kahiko featuring soloist from participating hālau hula presenting choice mele hula connecting to their birth island. Cash awards will be presented for Oli, Costume & Adornments, Hula Presentation and Overall. Also presenting a short moʻolelo (story) Valley of the Kings. Please join us for the competition on September 26th virtually via social media on Facebook - the Maile Foundation. To submit an entry by September 5th, please go to the Maile Foundation website or click here.
October 2020
Eo e Emalani i Alaka‘i 2020 – Virtual Festivities
Featured Events »In early 1871, when Queen Emma took a fancy to journey from her Lāwa‘i beach house up to the isolated reaches of Waimea Canyon and the misted bogs of the Alaka‘i Swamp, she set off in a flurry of activity. An experienced guide was sought, provisions and horses were procured, and a path of fern logs was hastily laid through the wettest part of the swamp for the convenience of the Queen and her almost 100 traveling friends. Led by…
Kukui Grove Halloween Festival-Virtual Contest
Featured Events »An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until October 30th, 2020
Join this annual tradition with Kukui Grove and KONG Radio, this year adapted to social distancing. Keiki (children) and families are invited to join in on a virtual halloween costume contest in the categories for keiki, 11 and under and youth, 12-7 or for the whole family. Just put on your costumes and snap your pic at Kukui Grove Center through October 30th and upload to the KONG entry page. Listen to KONG for winners and check out the pics…
November 2020
Slack Key Guitar Festival
Featured Events »Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar (ki-ho’alu) is a truly one of the greatest acoustic guitar traditions in the world. Ki-ho’alu, which literally means “loosen the key,” is the Hawaiian language name for the solo finger picked style. Take the time to listen in on what promises to be solid entertainment by eight of Hawaii’s slack key masters. Event Details Date: November 22, 1-5 pm Organizer: Ka-hoku Productions Website: https://facebook.com/slackkeyfestivals
Festival of Lights
Featured Events »An event every day that begins at 6:00 pm, repeating until January 1st, 2021
This year marks the 24th anniversary of Festival of Lights, Kauai’s largest holiday festival renowned for its focus on recycled and reclaimed materials. This year’s Festival of Lights will highlight the exterior lighting of the Historic County Building park. Festival of Lights launches Thanksgiving night and continues through New Year’s Day. The park will be illuminated daily, 6-11 p.m. Free and open to the public. Masks and social distancing are expected. Millions of lights will illuminate the park of the…
Paradise Craft Fair-a Virtual Online Event
Featured Events »An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until December 1st, 2020
With the difficulty in traveling and so many in-person events being cancelled, we are bringing the event to you ONLINE. Kauai has so many Talented Artisans and we have assembled a diverse sample of handmade products for you to choose from. At our event website, Paradise Craft Fair, we showcase the artists, their work, provide direct connect to them (anytime), and give you an opportunity to subscribe to updates on future events. Additionally, during our events, each business offers a…
Free Henry Kapono Concert
Featured Events »Henry Kapono will perform a free online concert in honor of veterans and military families on Saturday, Nov. 28 at 5 p.m. The concert can be seen via a Zoom link and simulcast on the AARP Hawai‘i Facebook page. There is no charge and membership in AARP is not required. Register at https://states.aarp.org/hawaii/events-hi for the Zoom link.
December 2020
New Year’s Eve Fireworks — Lihue
Featured Events »Enjoy the new year' tradition of fireworks at Vidinha stadium from your own car, starting at 8 p.m. Gates are open at 6 p.m. with music by 'Oiwi and Zech. This park-and-watch show is organized by the Rice Street Business Association (RSBA) the aerial display is also sponsored by Kauai County, Corteva Agriscience, Electricians Inc., the Specific Chiropractic Center. Tickets are $10 per car. Parking is limited. COVID guidelines apply and RSBA recommends that guests bring their own food and…
February 2021
Paradise Craft Fair-a Virtual, Online Event!
Featured Events »An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until February 9th, 2021
With the difficulty in traveling and so many in-person events being cancelled, we are bringing the event to you online. Kauai has so many Talented Artisans and we have assembled a diverse sample of handmade products for you to choose from. At our event website, Paradise Craft Fair, we showcase the artists, their work, provide direct connect to them (anytime), and give you an opportunity to subscribe for updates on future events. Additionally, during our events, each business offers a…
Paradise Craft Fair-a Virtual, Online Event!
Featured Events »An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until February 9th, 2021
With the difficulty in traveling and so many in-person events being cancelled, we are bringing the event to you online. Kauai has so many Talented Artisans and we have assembled a diverse sample of handmade products for you to choose from. At our event website, Paradise Craft Fair, we showcase the artists, their work, provide direct connect to them (anytime), and give you an opportunity to subscribe for updates on future events. Additionally, during our events, each business offers a…
Paradise Craft Fair-a Virtual, Online Event!
Featured Events »An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until February 9th, 2021
With the difficulty in traveling and so many in-person events being cancelled, we are bringing the event to you online. Kauai has so many Talented Artisans and we have assembled a diverse sample of handmade products for you to choose from. At our event website, Paradise Craft Fair, we showcase the artists, their work, provide direct connect to them (anytime), and give you an opportunity to subscribe for updates on future events. Additionally, during our events, each business offers a…
Paradise Craft Fair-a Virtual, Online Event!
Featured Events »An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until February 9th, 2021
With the difficulty in traveling and so many in-person events being cancelled, we are bringing the event to you online. Kauai has so many Talented Artisans and we have assembled a diverse sample of handmade products for you to choose from. At our event website, Paradise Craft Fair, we showcase the artists, their work, provide direct connect to them (anytime), and give you an opportunity to subscribe for updates on future events. Additionally, during our events, each business offers a…
Paradise Craft Fair-a Virtual, Online Event!
Featured Events »An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until February 9th, 2021
With the difficulty in traveling and so many in-person events being cancelled, we are bringing the event to you online. Kauai has so many Talented Artisans and we have assembled a diverse sample of handmade products for you to choose from. At our event website, Paradise Craft Fair, we showcase the artists, their work, provide direct connect to them (anytime), and give you an opportunity to subscribe for updates on future events. Additionally, during our events, each business offers a…
44th Annual Waimea Town Celebration: HIFF Hana Hou Film Festival
Featured Events »In partnership with the Honolulu International Film Festival(HIFF) Waimea Town Celebration will showcase international films and locally produced shorts.
44th Annual Waimea Celebration: Tales and Treats
Featured Events »Kumu Troy Lazaro presents Mele and Moolelo, songs and stories of Kupuna and places that have shaped him and provided his foundation to experience life on Kauai.
44th Annual Waimea Celebration: Heritage of Aloha MINI Hoolaulea
Featured Events »Waimea Town Celebration's 2-day finale includes festival sampling from Ginas Anykine Grinds and music 6:30pm-10:00pm: Friday, Feb 19 2021 Hiipoi Kanahele Trio Oiwi