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Hanalei Farmers’ Market

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 […]

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Kaua’i Pride Parade & Festival

June 1st, 2024
9:00 am — 2:00 pm
Historic County Building Lihue
Free

Our 6th annual Kaua'i Pride Parade & Festival is taking place on Saturday June 1, 2024 in Līhu'e. The parade will be on Rice St from Vidinha Stadium to the Historic County Building Lawn from 9:00-10:00am, followed by a festival on the lawn from 10:00am-2:oopm. The festival will have food trucks, small business and craft […]

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Na Hula O Kaohikukapulani Hula Hoʻike 2024

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, […]

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152nd King Kamehameha Day Celebration-King’s Parade & Ho’olaule’a

June 15th, 2024
8:30 am — 2:00 pm
Lihue – Rice Street Lihue
Free

Plan on attending one of the most colorful and special parades on June 15th in honor of Hawaii’s King Kamehameha, from 9 to 2pm in Lihue. Pa‘u units including the queen and her entourage of princesses are wahine (women) wearing long, colorful skirts called pa‘u. The wahine characteristically ride astride rather than sidesaddle, which stems from the early 19th century […]

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22nd Annual Heiva i Kauai International Tahitian Dance & Fireknife Competition

August 3rd, 2024
9:00 am — 9:30 pm
Kapaa Beach Park Kapaa

In 2024, Heiva I Kauai celebrates the 22nd anniversary of a unique, exciting and colorful Tahitian dance and drumming competition. This annual event provides a venue for performers of all ages to present their talent, skill and cultural knowledge to an audience of more than 2,500 attendees daily! On Saturday and Sunday, August 3 and […]

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22nd Annual Heiva i Kauai International Tahitian Dance & Fireknife Competition

August 4th, 2024
9:00 am — 5:00 pm
Kapaa Beach Park Kapaa

In 2024, Heiva I Kauai celebrates the 22nd anniversary of a unique, exciting and colorful Tahitian dance and drumming competition. This annual event provides a venue for performers of all ages to present their talent, skill and cultural knowledge to an audience of more than 2,500 attendees daily! On Saturday and Sunday, August 3 and […]

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Kauaʻi Mokihana Festival 2024 – Composerʻs Contest

September 23rd, 2024
6:00 pm — 9:00 pm
$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 […]

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Kauaʻi Mokihana Festival 2024 – Kauhane Morton – Practitioners

September 24th, 2024
5:00 pm — 7:00 pm
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort 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 […]

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Kauaʻi Mokihana Festival 2024 – Hula Competition: ʻAuana Group and Solo

September 28th, 2024
11:00 am — 4:00 pm
$25

Saturday, September 28, 2024 |11 AM Kauaʻi War Memorial Convention Hall Featuring groups and soloists from participating hālau hula presenting choice mele hula. Cash awards will be given for Hula Presentation and Overall. Cost of admission is $25 per person in advance $30 at the door. See www.maliefoundation for ticket information in August 2024. Supported […]

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Nō Ka Lāhui: Gathering Voices, Building Lāhui

Friday, January 17th, 2025
4:00 pm — 8:00 pm
Hale Lihue Lihue

Join us for a special evening of culture, community, and remembrance at  “NO KA LĀHUI” honoring the voices of our ancestors and perpetuating the rich heritage of our Native Hawaiian culture, even in the face of adversity. 📅 **Date:** Friday, January 17 🕓 **Time:** 4:00 - 8:00 PM 📍 **Location:** Hale Lihue, 4286 Rice St., […]

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Muʻumuʻu Pāʻina Celebration

Sunday, January 19th, 2025
11:00 am — 4:00 pm
Smith’s Tropical Paradise Kapaa
$135.00

On Sunday, January 19, 2025, the Historical Society is hosting its fundraiser, the 3rd “Mu’umu’u Pa’ina Luncheon,” at Smith’s Tropical Paradise. The event will feature a Mu’umu’u contest and fashion show, music, lunch, and a silent auction.  For more information go to muumuupaina.eventbrite.com

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E Kanikapila Kākou Week 1: “Golden Nā Leo: Makana Sings Hawaiʻi’s Songs of Romance from the 50s & 60s”

Monday, February 3rd, 2025
6:00 pm — 8:30 pm
Kauai Beach Resort, Jasmine Ballroom Lihue

EKK opens Season 2025 on Monday, February 3 at the OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa in Lihuʻe with a nostalgic and scintillating musical flashback to an earlier time in Hawaiʻi featuring celebrated entertainer, singer and slack key virtuoso Makana. Join us for an evening of “golden era” sounds as Makana takes us back in time […]

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E Kanikapila Kākou Week 2: “THE MUSIC WITHIN” Kapaʻa Middle School Choir & ʻUkulele Band with Mary Lardizabal & Loke Sasil

Monday, February 10th, 2025
6:00 pm — 8:30 pm
Kauai Beach Resort, Jasmine Ballroom Lihue

E Kanikapila Kākou 2025 OUTRIGGER Kaua‘i Beach Resort and Spa Theme: “Music Heals” & “Hawaiian Music Traditions” Monday Nights – 6:00 – 8:30 pm, through March 24; Doors open at 5:00 pm Week 2, February 10: “THE MUSIC WITHIN” Kapaʻa Middle School Choir & ʻUkulele Band with Mary Lardizabal & Loke Sasi Mary Lardizabal, director […]

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