Kaua‘i Festivals & Events

POKEMON: Detective Pikachu
2025-04-11 18:30 - 20:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Ace detective Harry Goodman goes mysteriously missing, prompting his 21-year-old son, Tim, to find out what happened. Aiding in the investigation is Harry’s former Pokémon partner, wise-cracking, adorable super-sleuth Detective Pikachu. Finding that they are uniquely equipped to work together, as Tim is the only human who can talk with Pikachu, they join forces to unravel the tangled mystery.
Featuring the voice of Ryan Reynolds in this Live Action comedy action/adventure movie.
Presented by The Gaming Club of Kauai Community College. Tickets available at the door.

The Kauaʻi ʻUkulele Festival-FREE!
2025-04-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Kukui Grove Center- Center Stage, 3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, 96766
The Kauaʻi ʻUkulele Festival, a celebration of all things ʻukulele, takes place on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the Kukui Grove Center, Līhue, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi from 11 am – 4 pm. Discover the cultural significance the ʻukulele plays as Hawaiʻi’s ambassador of Aloha. ʻUkulele enthusiasts can look forward to this free event with live stage entertainment on the stage including well-known artists plus emerging artists. This is an opportunity to meet and engage Kauaʻi’s local ʻukulele community. Enjoy community information booths, ʻukulele merchants and ʻukulele inspired merchandise. Plus there will be a Hawaiian cultural activities zone and free ʻukulele lesson zone.
For more information or vendor applications, visit http://www.kauaiukulelefestival.com/ or call Amy Hammond at (808) 223-6040. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/kauaiukulelefestival or Instagram at instagram.com/kauaiukulelefestival.

Easter on the Farm
2025-04-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Kauai Animal Education Farm, 1234 Uilama St, Kapaa, HI, 96746, United States
Celebrate Easter on the Farm: 4th Annual Fundraiser
Join us for a fun-filled day at our 4th Annual Easter Fundraiser on the Farm! We warmly invite kids of all ages to partake in the excitement and joy of Easter with us.
Event Highlights

Easter Egg Hunts: Taking place every hour, tailored for six different age groups to ensure everyone has a chance to find those special eggs.
Golden Egg Hunt: Older children have the thrilling opportunity to search for the elusive golden egg. Winners will receive gift bags valued at up to $50!
Live Entertainment: Enjoy an array of performances that will keep you entertained throughout the day.
Delicious Food: Satisfy your taste buds with mouth-watering options available for purchase from Kanaka Attack and Sweet Treats.
Meet the Animals: Get up close and personal with the friendly farm animals. A delightful experience for animal lovers of all ages!
Games and Activities: Engage in a variety of fun games and activities that will keep everyone entertained.

Come and make wonderful memories with family and friends while supporting a great cause. We look forward to celebrating Easter with you on the farm!

Kauai Brewers Festival, BLOCK PARTY EDITION
2025-04-19 15:00 - 18:00 | Kress Street, Kress Street, Lihue, 96766
Our title sponsors Kauai Island Brewing Company and Salty Wahine presents the 7th ANNUAL Kauai Brewers Festival, Block Party Edition!
This year we are opening the event to all ages and hosting it in the heart of Downtown Līhu’e. Showcasing brewers from across the state of Hawaii, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. In addition, Live music by Aldrine Guerrero and our headliner, Mike Love.
General tickets for entry of event is $50/person. 12 and under are free. $50 add-on for beer garden.
Local vendors, food trucks, and yard games.
Public Parking along Rice Street, Kalena Street, Umi Street, and Hardy Street.
Supported by Hawaii Tourism Authority, Community Enrichment Program.

BIG EASY QUEENS
2025-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Kauai Comunity College Performing Arts Center, Lihue, 96766
Set in the steamy, spooky underworld of New Orleans, Big Easy Queens is 80 minutes of pure queer horror with original musical numbers, voodoo, zombies, drag queens, and campy neo-giallo delight soaked in blood, gristle, and glitter, oh my. In this righteous “glam horror” extravaganza, Big Easy Queens follows Minnie Bouvèé, Mob Queen of the Quarter, and her rivalry with her arch-nemesis, Poodles Makenzie. After Minnie Bouvèé has Poodles Makenzie’s crew brutally slaughtered, she braces for the blowback; what she doesn’t expect, however, is to be stalked by a creepy masked figure who leaves behind bouquets of gardenias and terrifying notes. Is this Poodles’ revenge, or the work of Minnie’s estranged sister who stole her man years ago and has suddenly reappeared in her life?

This campy film sponsored by the KCC Prism Club. Feel free to dress appropriate to the film…be creative!

A COMPLETE UNKNOWN
2025-04-26 13:30 - 15:30 | Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
A Complete Unknown,” the biographical film about Bob Dylan, is nothing short of extraordinary. Beautifully crafted and executed, it transports you back in time, immersing you in the life, music, and story of one of the most influential artists of our time. The performances are simply exceptional. Timothée Chalamet, as Dylan, delivers a magnetic portrayal, capturing both the vulnerability and genius of the man. Not only him, but the entire cast-including Edward Norton and other pivotal characters-brings depth and nuance to their roles. Each actor seems perfectly chosen, breathing life into Dylan’s world and relationships. The music is the soul of this film, and it is masterfully performed. The songs are not just performed-they are interpreted with a heartfelt, raw beauty that resonates deeply. The renditions are authentic and emotionally stirring, blending seamlessly with the narrative. From “Blowin’ in the Wind” to “Like a Rolling Stone,” the music is a character of its own, weaving through the story with purpose and impact. The film’s structure is equally impressive, exploring not just Dylan’s music but also the historical and cultural shifts of his era. It’s as much a story of societal change as it is of Dylan’s artistic journey, showing how the two were intertwined. The attention to detail in recreating the time period-through costumes, settings, and the mood of each scene-is remarkable. Even though the runtime exceeds two hours, the film never feels slow or drawn out. The pacing is perfect, keeping you engaged from start to finish. Every scene adds layers to the story, and every performance and song feels essential.
Presented FREE for everyone compliments of AARP Hawaii.

Motown Night
2025-04-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Experience the Magic of Motown in Kauai!
After a sold-out success in Hilo, Premier Events Hawaii is thrilled to bring the soulful sounds of Motown to Kauai with “Motown Night Kauai” at the Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center. This unforgettable evening will feature high-energy live tributes to legendary artists such as The Four Tops, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas, The Jackson 5, and Smokey Robinson & The Miracles.
Event Details:
● Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
● Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM; Show starts at 7:00 PM
● Venue: Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Hwy,
Lihue, HI 96766
“Motown Night Kauai” promises an electrifying atmosphere filled with smooth harmonies,
powerful vocals, and non-stop dancing. Following the overwhelming response in Hilo, where the
event sold out quickly, this is an evening music lovers won’t want to miss.
Tickets: Limited seats are available. Secure your spot today by visiting eventshawaii.info.

Aloha 1st Friday Art Nights at Hā Coffee
2025-05-02 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-06 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Ha Coffee Lihue, 4180 Rice St, Lihue, 96766
Come listen to some live music, open mic, art gallery, watch live artists paint, and check out the beer garden and food.
Hosted by Ulupono Initaitive and supported by Hawaii Tourism Authority Community Enrichment Program.

Waipā 'Āina Festival 2025
2025-05-03 11:00 - 16:00 | Waipā Community Complex, Hanalei, 5-5785 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, 96714
Looking to connect with ʻāina, culture, and community? Waipā is hosting our second annual ʻĀina Festival on Saturday, May 3rd, from 11am to 4pm at Halulu Fishpond in Waipa, located a half-mile past Hanalei Town. It’ll be a wonderful day of live music, ‘ono food, and cultural activities, to celebrate everything ʻāina! It’ll also feature local artisans, crafters, hands-on keiki activities and a waterslide, too. This is a fundraiser for Waipā Foundation and local entrepreneurs, so gate fees ($10 general, $1 keiki) and your purchases support our collective work! Visit WAIPAFOUNDATION.ORG or call (808) 826-9969 for more information. All are welcome — save the date!

Kauai Steel Guitar Festival
2025-05-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Kukui Grove Shopping Center, Lihue, United States
Hawaiian pageant featuring Hawaiian Steel Guitar masters and NextGen steel guitarists in a program of traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music and dance. Performances begin at 11:00am and run until 3:00pm.

Kaua'i Made Mother's Day Craft Fair
2025-05-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort, 650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI, 96746, United States
Looking for that special gift for your mom? or even your grama, sister, aunty or just someone special in your life.
We have just the place for you.
Stop by the Sheraton Kaua’i Coconut Beach Resort on Saturday, May 10th from 9am – 2pm. Visit and talk story with our product makers and buy a gift for that someone special.
Support local!

Kauai Okinawan Festival
2025-05-10 11:00 - 15:00 | Kukui Grove Shopping Center, Lihue, United States
2025 Kauai Okinawan Festival featuring Okinawan dances, songs, food and cultural. May 10th 2025 at the Kukui Grove Shopping Center Food Court 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Kauai Songwriters Music Festival 2025
2025-05-16 08:00 - 2025-05-17 21:30 | Hilton Garden Inn Kauai at Wailua Bay, 3-5920 Kuhio Hwy, , Kapaa, 96746
Arts Kauai, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dba as Kauai Songwriters presents The Kauai Songwriters Music Festival 2025: May 16, 17 at the Hilton Garden Inn at Wailua Bay The festival includes workshops for songwriters on Friday and Saturday and a concert on Saturday that is open to the general public. Tickets to the concert are $35. The workshops are $80 and include a concert ticket. This is the fourth festival that Arts Kauai has held, and we are excited to bring world class songwriters, musicians, and presenters to this event. Arts Kauai offers scholarships for the workshops to local students.
Featuring :
Jason Blume: https://www.jasonblume.com/
Michael Ruff: https://www.michaelruff.com/
Ken Emerson: https://www.youtube.com/@slackken/playlists
Rock Hendricks: https://www.rockhendricks.com/biography
Allan Thomas: https://www.allanthomas.com/home
Randy Tico: https://www.randytico.com/
Eli Smart: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-n83XeYs05Efl0SzQzl_A
Pancho Graham: https://www.panchograham.com/home.html
Olivia Ruff: https://playingforchange.com/artists/olivia-ruff
Kirby Keough: https://www.allmusic.com/album/kauai-kine-mw0001647643.
For more information: contact terry@artskauai.org
Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/kauai-songwriters-music-festival–2025
Funded with support of the Hawaii Tourism Authority, Kauai County, State Foundation on Culture and the Arts

TRADITIONAL ANCIENT JAPANESE TEA CEREMONY MAY 31
2025-05-31 10:30 - 13:30 | Lawai International Center, Omao, HI, United States
KALAHEO — The Lawai International Center will host a traditional ancient Japanese tea ceremony presented by the Urasenke Kaua’i Kyoukai Tea Association on Saturday, May 31 at 10:30 a.m., noon, and 1:30 p.m. in Kalaheo.
This rare event will be held in the center’s Hall of Compassion, a hand-carved replica of 13th-century architecture that was built by the hands and hearts of masters in Asia and volunteers on Kaua’i. As the tea ceremony members mature, this might be their last year to offer this experience.
There will be 25 seats available per session. Reservations are required. The suggested minimum donation is $40. For reservations, text or call (808) 639-5952 or email info@lawaicenter.org.
The Lawai International Center, a non-profit community project, is an archaeological and cultural treasure in a valley that has long been recognized as a healing sanctuary. In 1904, the first generation of Japanese immigrants built 88 shrines replicating an ancient pilgrimage of 88 temples in Shikoku, Japan. Today, the Center is the only such site existing outside of Japan and is one of the oldest Buddhist temple sites in the country.
Our mission remains steadfast — to preserve and nurture the land and its rich cultural heritage, extending a heartfelt invitation to all who wish to experience its essence through the spirit of compassion and aloha. For more information about the center visit www.lawaicenter.org.

Kalaheo Guava Country Celebration
2025-05-31 14:30 - 17:30
🌺🎉 Join us for the Kalāheo Guava Country Celebration on Saturday, May 31st at 2:30 PM! 🎉🌺
Come celebrate in the heart of Kalāheo with a fun-filled parade honoring Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leinaʻala and their Miss Aloha Hula! 🌸✨
Enjoy:
🎶 Live Music & Hula🤠 Line Dancing🐴 Pony & Hay Rides🍩 ʻOno Food, Baked Goods & Malasadas🏡 A Charming Country Store
📍 Parade Route: From Kalāheo Elementary to Kalāheo Neighborhood Center (see flyer for full map)
FREE Admission! Bring your ʻohana and celebrate community, culture, and aloha spirit! 🌈💃
#KalaheoCelebration #GuavaCountry #MissAlohaHula #Leinaala #KauaiEvents #OhanaFun

33rd Annual Taste OF Hawaii
2025-06-01 11:30 - 15:30 | Smith’s Tropical Paradise, 3-5971 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, HI, 96746, United States
Taste of Hawaii , the ultimate Sunday Brunch. Presented by the Rotary Club of Kapa’a. All inclusive event features food from 25 chefs across the islands, 10+ beverage providers and 10 musical groups. Stroll and Savor through the beautiful tropical gardens at Smiths’ Tropical Paradise in Wailua. All you can eat and drink. Purchase tickets at eventbrite.com or tasteofhawaii.net

Na Hula O Kaohikukapulani Hula Hoʻike 2025
2025-06-01 15:30 - 21:00 | Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy Street, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Kamanawa Foundation presents Na Hula Kaohikukapulaniʻs Annual Hula Hoʻike 2025. Under the direction of Kumu Hula Kapu Kinimaka-Alquiza, the dancers and musicians of Na Hula O Kaohikukapulani will offer a variety of dance and musical presentations ranging from kahiko (traditional style) to auana (contemporary styling) and the dances of Polynesia.
There will be a craft fair, bake sale and foods sale starting at 3:30 p.m., door prizes, and a Las Vegas Trip for 2 Giveaway! Tickets can be purchased in advance from our current students for $35 or will be available at the door for $45. Please contact Devi for tickets and more information at (808) 482-0671

Kaua'i Pride Parade & Festival - Saturday June 7, 2025
2025-06-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Historic County Lawn, 4396 Rice St, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
The 7th annual Kaua’i Pride Parade is taking place on Saturday June 7, 2025 in Līhu’e. The parade will be on Rice St at 10AM from Vidinha Stadium to the Historic County Building Lawn, followed by a festival on the lawn from 11AM-2PM. There will be live entertainment, food trucks & refreshments, small business vendors, community resources and more! This is an all-ages and family-friendly event to celebrate and uplift our LGBTQ+ & māhū ‘ohana.

Kaua‘i Kings Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a 2025
2025-06-14 09:00 - 14:00 | Historic County Lawn, 4396 Rice St, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Come and join us at the 2025 Kaua‘i Kings Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a on Saturday, June 14th. Parade starts at 9am from the Vidinha Stadium up on Rice Street ending at the Historic County Building Lawn where the Ho‘olaule‘a will highlight Hawaiian cultural artisans, crafters, food vendors, entertainment and lots more.
Be a part of our Hawaiian Cultural Event and support our community.
Event will start at 9am – 2pm.
We are still looking for Parade participants. Walking Unit, Float, Vehicle, Equestrian
Sponsors:

5th Annual Kauai Poke Fest
2025-06-14 15:00 - 20:00 | Koloa Landing Resort, 2641 Poipu Rd, Koloa, 96756, United States
The fifth annualKaua‘i Poke Fest, named one of the top ten food festivals in America, is set to take place on June 13 & 14, 2025. For the first time, the annual festival will be a two-day event kicking off with an intimate celebrity chef dining experience, the Poke Masters’ Table, on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 6 p.m. followed by the main festival on June 14, 2025, from 3 – 7 p.m.
This highly-anticipated celebration of Hawai‘i’s famous dish includes a live competition between professional and amateur chefs incorporating more than 1,000 pounds of premium ahi tuna, live Hawaiian entertainment, food and drinks, and a poke-making demonstration by James Beard Award-winning Chef Sam Choy. Proceeds will support Kaua‘i nonprofit organizations. Competition applications, room packages and additional details are available at KauaiPokeFest.com.
New This Year: Poke Masters’ Table Celebrity Chef Experience
For the first time, the Kaua‘i Poke Fest will kick-off with an intimate celebrity chef experience, Poke Masters’ Table, featuring 5 courses presented by Chef Sam Choy and renowned celebrity chefs on Friday, June 13, 2025 at 6 p.m.

4th Annual Touch-A-Truck
2025-06-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Vidinha Stadium, Hoolako Street, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
The Kaua‘i Police Department will host the fourth annual Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday, June 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event is free and will be held at the Vidinha Stadium parking lot in Līhu‘e.
Touch-A-Truck is a community wide event where both kids and kids at heart can see, touch and learn about vehicles of all types. Discover and explore a variety of vehicles including a fire engine, a sanitation truck, a dump truck, a police car and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the unique functions of each vehicle and get to meet the people who operate them.

Heiva i Kaua`i 23rd Anniversary: A Celebration of Culture, Community & Tahitian Tradition
2025-08-02 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Kapaa Beach Park, Niu St, Kapaa, HI, 96746, United States
The vibrant rhythms of Tahitian dance, FireKnife and drumming return to Kauai as Heiva i Kauai celebrates its 23rd anniversary on **August 2 and 3, 2025**, at Kapaa Beach Park (4-1464 Kuhio Highway). This community-sponsored, family-centered event continues its tradition of honoring Tahitian heritage, welcoming participants from Hawai`i, the Continent, and across the Pacific to showcase their talent, skill, and cultural knowledge in an electrifying competition and exhibition.
For two days, attendees will experience dynamic solo and group performances that bring Tahitian legends and stories to life. Competitions include traditional otea vahine and tane, as well as aparima, ahupurotu, and drumming. Heiva i Kaua`i proudly offers an amateur/youth group category for contestants under age 19, ensuring the next generation has a space to shine.
Saturday kicks off with solo competitions, where performers of all ages—from toddlers to elders—take center stage, culminating in thrilling championship dance-offs in the afternoon. Fireknife competition is Saturday night. Group competition follows on Sunday, spotlighting the artistry and storytelling that make Heiva i Kaua`i a truly unforgettable experience.
Beyond the performances, attendees can explore an expansive marketplace featuring Tahitian and Pacific Island gifts, jewelry, art, woodwork, and clothing. A diverse selection of ethnic foods will be available, along with live Polynesian craft demonstrations.
Heiva i Kaua`i is ADA accessible, and organizers encourage persons in need of auxiliary assistance to contact them at least 7 days before the event. Admission is $8 at the door. FireKnife admission is $5 at the door, children age 12 and under admitted free.
This cultural festival is made possible with generous support from the County of Kauai, Hawaii Tourism Authority, and the Kapa`a business community.
To enhance the experience, participants and attendees can book discounted accommodations at Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort and Kauai Shores Hotel via designated links.
For event details or inquiries, please email heivaikauaiiaorana@gmail.com.

End of Summer Bash & Resource Fair
2025-08-02 15:00 - 18:00 | Grove Farm Park, Puhi, HI, United States
Hale ‘Ōpio Kaua‘i’s is hosting an End of Summer Bash & Resource Fair in celebration of our 50th Year Anniversary!

Bring the whole ‘ohana for an afternoon filled with live music, food trucks, free activities, local vendors, resource tables and FREE backpacks with school supplies!

We are also hosting a canned food drive to support our Youth Street Outreach Program! (Max 10 donations per family)

Interested in being a vendor? Scan the QR code on the flyer or contact Tiare Luka at tluka@haleopio.org or (808) 977-8207.

Saturday, August 2, 2025
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Puhi Farmer’s Market Field

Mahalo to our sponsor, Rice Street Business Association!

Po AFi Samoan FireKnife Competition
2025-08-02 18:00 - 22:00 | Kapaa Beach Park, Niu St, Kapaa, HI, 96746, United States
The Po AFi Samoan FireKnife Competition features warriors ages 5-50 vying for the Overall Po AFi 2025 title. Learn about the Samoan Culture and FireKnife techniques each warrior will perform. Doors open at 6:00pm with competition to start at sundown. Admission is $5 per person, ages 12 and under FREE. Pre-sale tickets available with QR code. A 100% of pre-sale tickets sold will go to the competitors.
If you would like to compete or have questions, email Isivafireknifecrew@gmail.com.

Ko‘olau Limu Festival
2025-08-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Anahola Beach Park, Anahola, HI, United States
Ko‘olau Limu Festival
Join us for a ho‘olaule‘a honoring the ocean’s abundance and the cultural legacy of limu.
Engage with Conservation & Education organizations & initiatives, live musical entertainment, hula & tahitian dance performances, family fun day, discover the delectable tastes of limu, local food vendors with delicious offerings, create limu lei, ceremony to follow.
Drug & Alcohol Free Event

FREE EVENT

Relay For Life of Kaua'i
2025-08-16 16:00 - 21:00 | Vidinha Soccer Field, Hoʻolako St next to the Stadium, Līhuʻe, 96766
Relay For Life of Kaua’i is a community event organized by American Cancer Society volunteers. More than just a walk, the American Cancer Society Relay For Life brings together passionate supporters who embody the American Cancer Society’s vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. This volunteer-led experience unites communities to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and raise funds to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
Funds raised support numerous programs at the American Cancer Society- Research, Free Rides to treatment, free lodging during treatment, Free smoking cessation support, breast cancer support, a 24/7 manned 1-800 numbers to assist people with any questions or support they may need, cancer support programs for survivors and caregivers.
More information can be found at www.relayforlife.org/kauaihi

The Kauai Marathon Sports and Fitness Expo presented by Wilcox Health
2025-08-29 10:00 - 2025-08-30 16:00 | Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa, 1571 Poipu Road, Koloa, HI, 96756, United States
Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of the 2025 Wilcox Health Sports & Fitness Expo held August 29, 2025 from 10am to 6pm and August 30, 2025 from 9am to 4pm at the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa.
Savvy fitness enthusiasts and families from all over the U.S. and several countries will gather on Kauai to see and sample the latest in athletic footwear, apparel, fitness equipment, nutrition, and cross training prior to experiencing The Kauai Marathon and Half Marathon.
The Wilcox Health Sports and Fitness Expo is the location for Official Race Merchandise, late registration, packet pickup, complimentary presentations and much more. Open to the public even if you are not running the race.
