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Waimea Town Celebration: Lei Papale (Hat Lei) Contest

Saturday, February 24th, 2024
10:00 am — 6:00 pm
Old Waimea Sugar Mill Waimea
Free

Waimea Town Celebration: Lei Papale (Hat Lei) Contest Enter a hat lei in the Most Beautiful (fresh materials) or Most Unique (any material) Categories. Enter your family Heirloom for the People's Choice Award. CASH PRIZES! Drop off Sat 2/24 from 10 am to noon @ the old Waimea Sugar Mill Site. View from 2 pm […]

E Kanikapila Kākou 2024: Week 4 – “Timeless Hapa-Haole Classics” Nick Masagatani, Douglas Tolentino & Ekolu Chang

Monday, February 26th, 2024
6:00 pm — 8:30 pm
Kauai Beach Resort, Jasmine Ballroom Lihue

E Kanikapila Kākou 2024 invites you to a season of exploring and understanding the relationship between the songs and dances of Hawai'i and the life and times of its people as reflected in the Significant Songs of Hawai'i. Nick Masagatani, Doug Tolentino and Ekolu Chang will present an evening of "Timeless Hapa-Haole Classics" which have emerged […]

E Kanikapila Kākou 2024: Week 5 – “Songs for the Renaissance” Jerry Santos & Kamuela Kimokeo

Monday, March 4th, 2024
6:00 pm — 8:30 pm
Kauai Beach Resort, Jasmine Ballroom Lihue

E Kanikapila Kakou 2024 - "He Manamana Ka Welo" (Tradition is Diverse) presents the best of Hawaiian music every Monday night starting February 5 through March 25, 6:00 - 9:00 pm, at the Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of Aloha from the heart. Event is open to the public. Donate […]

Kuʻu Home: Plants That Thrive at Pāʻulaʻula

Saturday, March 9th, 2024
8:30 am — 12:00 pm
Pāʻulaʻula State Park, Waimea Waimea
Free

Learn  How  Native Plants  Malama 'Āina & Kanaka Hawaiʻi Presenters will share past & current uses for plants & trees as medicinals, food & cultural practice.  Join us as we are inspired and begin to re-patriate natives at Pāʻulaʻula and  your own backyard. Mike DeMotta, Retired Curator of Native Living Plants Collections, NTBG His experience […]

E Kanikapila Kākou 2024: Week 6 – “Iconic Spiritual & Life-Changing Songs” Kenneth Makuakane & Friends

Monday, March 11th, 2024
6:00 pm — 8:30 pm
Kauai Beach Resort, Jasmine Ballroom Lihue

E Kanikapila Kakou 2024 - "He Manamana Ka Welo" (Tradition is Diverse) presents the best of Hawaiian music every Monday night starting February 5 through March 25, 6:00 - 9:00 pm, at the Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of Aloha from the heart. Event is open to the public. Donate […]

E Kanikapila Kākou 2024: Week 7 – “Hawaii Lifestyles” Kainani Kahaunaele, Kaniaulono Hapai, Emma Coloma

Monday, March 18th, 2024
6:00 pm — 8:30 pm
Kauai Beach Resort, Jasmine Ballroom Lihue

E Kanikapila Kakou 2024 - “He Manamana Ka Welo” (Tradition is Diverse) presents the best of Hawaiian music every Monday night starting February 5 through March 25, 6:00 - 9:00 pm, at the Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of Aloha from the heart. Event is open to the public. Donate […]

E Kanikapila Kākou 2024: Week 8 – “Unique Places on Kauai & Hawaiian Islands” Eric Lee, Moon Kauakahi, Mel Amina

Monday, March 25th, 2024
6:00 pm — 8:30 pm
Kauai Beach Resort, Jasmine Ballroom Lihue

E Kanikapila Kakou 2024 - “He Manamana Ka Welo” (Tradition is Diverse) presents the best of Hawaiian music every Monday night starting February 5 through March 25, 6:00 - 9:00 pm, at the Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of Aloha from the heart. Event is open to the public. Donate […]

Waipā ʻĀina Festival

Saturday, May 4th, 2024
11:00 am — 4:00 pm
Waipa Foundation Hanalei
$1 – $12

E hele mai to Waipā, a 1/4 mile down the road from Hanalei, Saturday May 4th as Waipā Foundation celebrates 30 years of connecting ʻāina, culture and community.  Live music, local food vendors, island artisans and hands on activities for a fun filled family day.

Hanalei Farmers’ Market

Saturday, May 25th, 2024
9:00 am — 12:00 pm
Hale Halawai Ohana O Hanalei (Hanalei Community Center) Hanalei

Every Saturday: 9AM - 12PM 5-5299C Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, HI Indulge in delectable, locally sourced fruits and vegetables straight from the farms of Hanalei and Kaua'i's North Shore. Treat yourself to freshly squeezed juices, locally harvested honey, oven-fresh baked goods, flavorful salsa, and other delectable treats. Additionally, discover and admire arts and crafts crafted by […]

Na Hula O Kaohikukapulani Hula Hoʻike 2024

Sunday, June 9th, 2024
3:30 pm — 9:00 pm
Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall Lihue
$30.00

Kamanawa Foundation presents Na Hula Kaohikukapulaniʻs Annual Hula Hoʻike 2024. 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. Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winner, […]

Kauaʻi Mokihana Festival 2024 – Composerʻs Contest

Monday, September 23rd, 2024
6:00 pm — 9:00 pm
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort Kapaa
$25

Wednesday, September 23, 2024 | 6 PM - 9 PM Sheraton Kauaʻi Coconut Beach Resorts Composers Contest encourages the composition of new music through its various categories including: Hawaiian (must be in the Hawaiian language) and Open. Trophies and cash prizes are awarded. Participants in this contest are inspired by sharing their personal musical creations […]

Kauaʻi Mokihana Festival 2024 – Kauhane Morton – Practitioners

Tuesday, September 24th, 2024
5:00 pm — 7:00 pm
Kauai Sheraton Coconut Beach Kapaa
$20.00

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 | 5:00 PM Sheraton Coconut Beach Resort Kauhane Morton is a teacher and botanist for mostly Hawaiian plants.  He will teach you how to do nose flute and whistle using coconut.  You will also learn a chant with these implement on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 5:00PM - 7:00PM.  Please register […]