Event. It's hard to believe that Hawaii had its own Vegas-style act back in February 1969 when Society of Seven, a "show band" played cover tunes and performed what was called, "variety." And, then, the group actually did go to Las Vegas. That was almost 10 years ago. The original seven returns to Waikiki for a five-week run starting Tuesday, August 24, 2010. Call 808-923-SHOW for tickets and information. Read this blog post to read our editor's experience at the Society of Seven.
Event. The 64-year-old Aloha Festivals is the oldest and largest Hawaiian cultural event in the United States. It was created to celebrate Hawaii's music, dance and history and to foster the Aloha Spirit. This year's activities center on the theme, Mele 'Ailana: Celebrate Island Music. The festival kicks off on Oahu Thursday, September 2, 2010 with events throughout the month. more
Event. There's a new dinner show in town and it takes place in an open-air venue at the International Marketplace. It's called "Return to Waikiki" and even with traditional luau food, it's quite different from the standard fare of Polynesian revues and other showroom entertainment. Slack key artist Makana and his band showcase the story of how Hawaiian music came to be, from pre-Western contact to today's contemporary beat. The show runs Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday beginning August 12, 2010. more
News. Chris Knight has reason to smile--one million reasons to be exact. The Oregon resident is feeling like a "millionaire" after being presented with the grand prize in Outrigger Hotels & Resorts' "One Million HawaiianMiles Sweepstakes." As a mahalo (thank you) to everyone who participated--and even if you didn't--Outrigger invites anyone who wants to keep Hawaii in their sights with five FREE wallpaper images for their desktops and laptops. more
Exhibit. For over 1,000 years Hawaiians have enjoyed wave riding, otherwise known as surfing. From June 19 through September 6, 2010, Bishop Museum will exhibit more than 25 historic surfboards tracing the development of the sport through modern times. Historic photos from Bishop Museum's Library and Archives, some familiar and others rarely before published, will be on display, too. more
Event. You may equate football with the changing colors of fall foliage and a winter white wonderland, but college football draws huge crowds in the perpetual summer environs of Hawaii. This season, University of Hawaii Warrior football fans can once again don their colors and show their support by attending ESPN 1420's "Call the Coach" show, broadcast live from Kani Ka Pila Grille at Outrigger Reef on the Beach in Waikiki. Coach Greg McMackin--otherwise known as Coach Mac--will recap the game just played, preview upcoming games and field questions from on-air listeners and the live audience. Held Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. starting August 31, 2010. more
Event. The second-annual Kauai Marathon runs September 5, 2010. The course hugs the coastline through "Sunny Poipu" on the south shore of Kauai and climbs up to Kalaheo for some scenic vistas before heading back down for the finish at Poipu Beach. If you're not up for all 26.2 miles, you can give the Pre-Race Fun Run a try on Saturday 4, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. more
Contest. Do you like to play the ukulele? Uke players of all ages are invited to the fifth annual Duke's Ukes Contest auditions on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Open to non-professional ukulele players from age six and up. Contest takes place October 2, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Winners receive a brand, new Kamaka Ukulele. more
Premier. Get ready for a comeback. Fans of Hawaii Five-0 won't want to miss the remake's pilot on Monday, September 13, 2010 at Sunset on the Beach in Waikiki. (The national debut takes place on September 20th, which happens to be the 30th anniversary of the original series' start.) The remake stars Alex O'Loughlin in the role of Steve McGarrett, Scott Caan as Danno Williams, Daniel Dae Kim as Chin Ho Kelly and Grace Park as Kono. more
Event. One of the most quintessential Hawaiian experiences you can have is to hang out near the beach with family and friends along with great local food and great island music. That’s what’s in store in 2010 with the Outrigger Reef’s Aloha Friday Luncheon shows at the Kani Ka Pila Grille. But if you can’t be there in person, the luncheon show is broadcast live in Hawaii from 12 noon to 1 p.m. (HST) on AM940 and is also streamed live around the world on AM940Hawaii.com for all the enjoy. Mark your calendars for September 17 and November 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., for a true local experience that includes great island entertainment and a delicious Hawaiian buffet. more
Event. The outrigger canoe is an iconic image in Hawaii. That's because it--in its myriad of forms--was integral to daily life in ancient Hawaii--used for fishing, voyaging and racing. The Friends of Hokule'a and Hawai'iloa will share Hawaii's canoe-building legacy and restoration work at a free presentation on September 18, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. more
Event. Hawaii's oldest food festival takes place on Hawaii Island, November 5 - 14, 2010. That's 10 whole days of sipping coffee, smelling coffee, picking coffee, touring coffee plantations, eating coffee-infused dishes, running for coffee and some other caffeinated events, benefits and fundraisers. If you like coffee, you won't want to miss the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival. more
Event. The Honolulu Marathon is no slouch of a race. Competitive runners from as far afield as Kenya, Russia and Japan will make the journey to toe the line on Sunday, December 12, 2010 in the 38th running of the Honolulu Marathon. Last year's winner in the men's division crossed the finish line in 2:12:14. The women's finisher clocked a 2:28:34 time. But there are many more regular folks who will hit the road and attempt the 26.3 miles of the race. Last year, nearly 24,000 registered to race. Will you? more