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October 2025

Free Oldies Rock and Roll with Dirk Debonaire & the Golden Nuggets at Mariachi’s for Kapaa First Saturday

Island Happenings

Saturday, October 4th, 2025

6:30 pm — 9:00 pm

Mariachi’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant Kapaa

First Saturday in Kapa'a is the biggest monthly event on the Island. Dirk Debonaire and the Golden Nuggets play at Mariachi's every month, with the best in Oldies Rock and Roll (and Funk) dance music and assorted hi-jinx. No cover or minimum, great food, a full bar, and a big dance floor. Come early to […]

Fall Forest Camp 2025

Island Happenings

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

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Kokee Community Art Camp Kauai

$75

Fall Forest Camp 2025 Calling all Forest Akami Alumni campers! Join the Fall Forest Camp from October 8-October 11 2025 at the Kokee Community Art Camp. Reconnect with fellow alumni, enjoy the beauty of the forest, and create new memories together. For more informatiom: Call 808-335-0712 Email: Office@storybook.org

Fall Forest Camp 2025

Island Happenings

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

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Kokee Community Art Camp Kauai

$75

Fall Forest Camp 2025 Calling all Forest Akami Alumni campers! Join the Fall Forest Camp from October 8-October 11 2025 at the Kokee Community Art Camp. Reconnect with fellow alumni, enjoy the beauty of the forest, and create new memories together. For more informatiom: Call 808-335-0712 Email: Office@storybook.org

Comedy Magic Show

Island Happenings

Thursday, October 9th, 2025

6:30 pm — 8:30 pm

The Cabana Bar & Grill Koloa

$80.00

Thursday Nights starting July 31st-Sptember 4th 2025 Pre-show Pupu's & Cocktails 630pm-7pm Show 7-815pm For two decades Steve Spill & Bozena starred in Santa Monica's Magicopolis Show, doing 200 live comedy magic shows per year for theater crowds, families, and visiting globetrotters, and were loved by dozens of celebrities such as Neil Patrick Harris, Adam […]

Kauai Beach Resort Kauai Made Craft Fair Fridays

Island Happenings

Friday, October 10th, 2025

3:00 pm — 7:00 pm

Outrigger Kaua’i Beach Resort & Spa Lihue

🌺 Kaua‘i Beach Resort Craft FairJoin us every Friday at the beautiful Kaua‘i Beach Resort for our weekly Craft Fair. Discover unique handmade items, local crafts, jewelry, art, and island-inspired treasures created by talented Kaua‘i artisans. It’s the perfect place to find gifts, keepsakes, or something special just for you—all while supporting our local makers. […]

Lihue Senior Center Craft Fair scheduled Oct. 11

Island Happenings

Saturday, October 11th, 2025

9:00 am — 1:00 pm

Lihue Neighborhood Center Lihue

Announcing that the Senior Center Craft Fair is on Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Līhu‘e Neighborhood Center from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fair will feature crafters from the Līhu‘e, Waimea, and Kekaha Neighborhood Center Senior Clubs and the Līhu‘e Senior Bonsai Club. Blankets, rugs, quilts, pillows, leis, kitchen towels, and other crafts will […]

40th Kauai Matsuri Festival 2025

Featured Events

Saturday, October 11th, 2025

9:00 am — 3:00 pm

Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall Lihue

Free

40th Kauai Matsuri Festival 2025 on Saturday, 11 October 2025 at the Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall from 9am – 3pm. FREE admission. There will be mochi making; traditional Japanese folk music & dance; tea ceremony; Japanese calligraphy; taiko drumming; kimono Kitsuke; kanzashi making; ikebana; Kauai Bonsai; musubi & tsukemono contest; mini bon dance; craft […]

Downtown Lihue 2nd Saturday Night Market

Island Happenings

Saturday, October 11th, 2025

4:00 pm — 8:00 pm

Kress Street Lihue

Free

Join us on Kress Street for Downtown Lihue's 2nd Saturday Night Market. Locally made crafts, gifts, food trucks, baked goods, live entertainment, and much more! With over 40 local vendors we're sure that there's something for you to enjoy. This event is free to attend, family friendly, and an outdoor open to the public. Hosted […]

PAWS for Celebration

Featured Events

Saturday, October 11th, 2025

4:30 pm — 8:30 pm

Kauai Humane Society Puhi

$150

🎭 PAWS for Celebration 2025 – Laissez les bons temps rouler for the dogs and cats!🎭 The Kaua‘i Humane Society is thrilled to invite you to our fourth annual onsite PAWS for Celebration gala — and this year, we’re bringing the spirit of Mardi Gras to the shelter! 📅 Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025 🕔 Time: […]

Beach House Restaurant Craft Fair

Island Happenings

Sunday, October 12th, 2025

9:00 am — 1:00 pm

Beach House Restaurant Koloa

A beautiful setting in Poipu just outside the Beach House Restaurant. More than 40 vendors offering quality handcrafted items including a wide variety of Kauai Keepsakes including Heritage Crafts, Clothing, Jewelry, Photographs, Art, Snacks, and more! Something for everyone!

Kauai Comic Con

Featured Events

Sunday, October 12th, 2025

11:00 am — 6:00 pm

Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall Lihue

The excitement is building as the highly anticipated Kauai Comic Con gears up to take place at the Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Bringing together comics, movies, TV, anime, toys, art, music, tabletop, cosplay and video games, this event promises an unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages. In addition […]

Puppy Hour with Kauai Humane Society at Hale Lihue

Island Happenings

Tuesday, October 14th, 2025

11:00 am — 1:00 pm

Hale Lihue Lihue

Free

Join us at Hale Lihue for our fundraiser and Puppy Hour for Kauai Humane Society. Every 2nd Tuesdays of the month, meet the most adorable puppies that are available for adoption, support Ha Coffee, and donate to support our islandʻs only animal shelter.

Comedy Magic Show

Island Happenings

Thursday, October 16th, 2025

6:30 pm — 8:30 pm

The Cabana Bar & Grill Koloa

$80.00

Thursday Nights starting July 31st-Sptember 4th 2025 Pre-show Pupu's & Cocktails 630pm-7pm Show 7-815pm For two decades Steve Spill & Bozena starred in Santa Monica's Magicopolis Show, doing 200 live comedy magic shows per year for theater crowds, families, and visiting globetrotters, and were loved by dozens of celebrities such as Neil Patrick Harris, Adam […]

Kauai Beach Resort Kauai Made Craft Fair Fridays

Island Happenings

Friday, October 17th, 2025

3:00 pm — 7:00 pm

Outrigger Kaua’i Beach Resort & Spa Lihue

🌺 Kaua‘i Beach Resort Craft FairJoin us every Friday at the beautiful Kaua‘i Beach Resort for our weekly Craft Fair. Discover unique handmade items, local crafts, jewelry, art, and island-inspired treasures created by talented Kaua‘i artisans. It’s the perfect place to find gifts, keepsakes, or something special just for you—all while supporting our local makers. […]

OCEAN by David Attenborough

Island Happenings

Friday, October 17th, 2025

7:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center Lihue

Free

Hoʻomalu Ke Kai is honored to host a free community showing of David Attenborough’s Ocean on Thursday, October 17th at 7:00pm at the Kauaʻi Community College Performing Arts Center. This breathtaking documentary explores the wonders of our planet’s undersea habitats, shining a light on both the challenges our oceans face and the pathways toward recovery. […]

Pōhaku Ka Pāpale – Giant Community Workday at Alakoko

Featured Events

Saturday, October 18th, 2025

7:00 am — 3:00 pm

KCC Parking lot Lihue

Free

Mālama Hulē‘ia is hosting another huge community event, Pōhaku Ka Pāpale (To Set the Capstone) on October 18 at Alakoko fishpond, continuing their multi-year effort to restore the Hulēʻia watershed and stabilize the fishpond’s kuapā (rock wall). The event follows the unforgettable 2023 gathering, E Kū Ana Ka Paia (The Wall Will Stand), when an […]

Kauai Island Crafters Fair

Island Happenings

Saturday, October 18th, 2025

8:00 am — 2:00 pm

Koloa Neighborhood Center Koloa

FREE

🎄✨ Holiday Cheer is Here with the 🌺 Kauai Island Crafters Fair! 🌺 Celebrate the season with aloha and artistry at the Kauai Island Crafters Fair—a beloved tradition for over 15 years! As the holidays approach, there’s no better time to experience the magic of Kauai’s handmade treasures and support the talented local artisans who […]

Grow Aloha Plant Giveaway: South Shore Visitor Center

Island Happenings

Saturday, October 18th, 2025

9:00 am — 12:00 pm

National Tropical Botanical Garden Koloa

Free

When we grow Hawaiian native plants and heritage crops, we grow aloha for ʻāina. Adopt one of these cherished plants every third Saturday at our free Grow Aloha plant giveaways at National Tropical Botanical Garden locations on Kauaʻi. Grow Aloha plant adoptions are free and open to Hawai’i residents (one per family). Please note that […]

Grow Aloha Plant Giveaway: Limahuli Garden & Preserve

Island Happenings

Saturday, October 18th, 2025

9:00 am — 12:00 pm

Limahuli Garden and Preserve Hanalei

Free

When we grow Hawaiian native plants and heritage crops, we grow aloha for ʻāina. Adopt one of these cherished plants every third Saturday at our free Grow Aloha plant giveaways at National Tropical Botanical Garden locations on Kauaʻi. Grow Aloha plant adoptions are free and open to Hawai’i residents (one per family). Please note that […]

12th Annual Harvest Festival

Featured Events

Saturday, October 18th, 2025

10:00 am — 3:00 pm

Hanapepe Soccer Fields Hanapepe

Free

The 12th Annual Harvest Festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10a-3p. We have moved to the Hanapepe Athletic Field this year, but the event remains the same. FREE admission, FREE pumpkins, FREE Rides, FREE Water Slides, FREE entertainment, FREE plant starters and FREE parking!! Mark your calendars!!