Oahu/Waikiki Events

Native Medicinal Plants Workshop (La'au Lapa'au)

Learn about the medicinal use of Hawaii's native plants at this fascinating lecture and hands-on demonstration led by Alapai Kahuena.

Hawaiian Artifacts Display

Outrigger Waikiki on the beach, year-round display.

Hawaiian Scrap Booking

Capture and preserve your favorite vacation memories at the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach.

Hawaiian Steel Guitar Sundays

This jam session takes place every 2nd Sunday of the month at the Shore Bird Restaurant located at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach.

Hawaiian Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony

Renew your commitment of love with a beautiful vow renewal on the sands of Waikiki Beach.

Keiki Hula

Every 3rd Saturday of the month, visit the Shore Bird Restaurant located in the Outrigger Reef on the Beach and enjoy Hawaii's time-honored art of hula, performed by island keiki (children).

The Sky Tonight

Come experience our unique Hawaiian skies and learn about current events in space during The Sky Tonight held at J. Watumull Planetarium at the Bishop Museum.

Ku Ha'aheo, "To Cherish with Pride,"

Waikiki Beach Walk proudly presents the weekly program Ku Ha'aheo, "To Cherish with Pride," continuing throughout 2008 held every Tuesday afternoon from 4:30 to 6:00 pm at the Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza Stage.

Waikiki Beach Walk Weaves the Hawaiian Way of Lauhala into the Shopping Experience

Visitors can learn the ancient Hawaiian art of weaving lauhala every third Thursday of each month at Mana Hawaii - Spirit of Hawaii Nei

IMAX Coral Reef Adventure

This dramatic film on a giant screen measuring 65 feet high by 93 feet wide highlights the beauty, diversity and the importance of maintaining healthy coral reefs throughout the Pacific.

Petroglyph Printmaking Workshop

Enjoy printmaking and original mono-prints inspired by ki'i pohaku, Hawaiian petroglyphs.

WHALE OF A SUMMER AT BISHOP MUSEUM!

WHALES: WONDERS OF THE OCEAN, a traveling exhibit by WonderWorks, will be making its way to Hawai'i for summer 2008.

Honolulu Zoo After Dark on Monday Nights

What do zoo animals do when the sun goes down? This on-going family-friendly event invites visitors to enjoy a guided evening tour of the Honolulu Zoo every Monday night.

Second Saturdays Downtown Gallery Walk and Craft Fair

First Friday has become such a success that the event carries over to the second Saturday of each month as well.

Mission Houses Museum Guided Tours

Visit the Printing Office and Frame House while learning about the 19th Century history and culture preserved at this beautiful museum.

Taste of Chinatown

Eat your way through our own little China as you learn where to go, what to order, and how to eat.

Maui Writers Conference on the road for 2008

Maui Writer's Conference is America's premiere writer's conference annually held every Labor Day weekend.

KA HIMENI ANA 2008 - 24th Annual Hawaiian Music Contest

KA HIMENI ANA 2008 presented by The Hawaiian Music Hall Of Fame 24th Annual Hawaiian Music Contest Unamplified, old-fashioned singing of nahenahe (sweet) Hawaiian Language songs

26th Okinawan Festival

One of the most eagerly anticipated events of the summer-the Okinawan Festival is held annually on Labor Day weekend at Kapiolani Park and attracts more than 30,00 visitors.

Na Mele No Na Pua Concert-The Brothers Cazimero

The Brothers Cazimero Headline at Outrigger's August Na Mele No Na Pua Concert at Waikiki Beach Walk®

First Fridays in Downtown Honolulu

Kapolei Summer Sunset Festival

Enjoy the day with rides, sunset movie, games, information, food, and live entertainment.

Sunday Showcase featuring Uncle Matt Love "Aka" Kalua (Hawaiian)

Sit back and enjoy as you listen to the relaxing acoustics of singer, guitarist Uncle Matt Love as his falsetto voice instills in you the true meaning of Aloha.

Waikiki Roughwater Swim

Held annually, this splashy event brings out swimmers of all strokes who gather at Sans Souci Beach for the 9am start.

Free Presentation: How Local Rain Events Affect Greenhouse Gas in the Atmosphere

UH Ocean Observing System and Outrigger offer Free Presentations on Ocean and Environment Educational talks part of Year of the Coral Reef Feature speaker- Dr. Eric Heinen De Carlo, Professor, Department of Oceanography, UH-Manoa

Aloha Festivals Floral Parade

A cascade of flowers, along with thousands of particpants who share their aloha, will float down Kalakaua Avenue for Hawaii's most famous parade.

Bishop Museum Textile Exhibition

The exhibit, which runs from September 13, 2008 ­ January 11, 2009, coincides with the 11th Biennial Textile Society of America Symposium being held September 24 - 27, 2008.

Sunday Showcase Featuring Ko'olau Serenaders (Hawaiian)

This terrific trio has performed in the company of Hawaii's top entertainers and is now taking the stage alone to showcase their individual talent.

Hula Film Festival at Bishop Museum

The Bishop Museum Asssociateion Council's new traditions of the Pacific: HULA FILM FESTIVAL begins February 2008 and continues through November 2008 with a film-a-month event presented on selected Tuesday nights at Atherton Halau o the grounds of Bishop Museum.

O Ke Kai Series-Canoe Restoration with Friend of Hokulea & Hawaiiloa

Learn about celestial navigation, Pacific Voyaging and Hawaiian canoe restoration at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach.

Sunday Showcase Featuring Aunty Nikki Hines (Hawaiian)

Let living island treasure Nikki Hines serenade you with her local stylings.

Waikiki Ho'olaule'a

Come on down to the best block party on the island, as Waikiki shuts down Kalakaua for the ultimate Hawaiian music event.

Writing With Thread: Traditional Textiles Of Southwest Chinese Minorities

The University of Hawaii Art Gallery is hosting a colloquium for the exhibition WRITING WITH THREAD: TRADITIONAL TEXTILES OF SOUTHWEST CHINESE MINORITIES on September 23, 2008.

Na Wahine O Ke Kai (Women of the Sea)

For the 30th year, this 40-mile, all-female ocean race wraps up the nine-month season of outrigger canoe racing.

Sunday Showcase Featuring Pineapple Squeeze (Contemporary Hawaiian)

Self proclaimed "island passion musicians," this group has been together for 12 years.

Sunday Showcase Featuring Stephen Inglis with Michael Tanenbaum (Hawaiian/World)

Local singer/songwriter Stephen Inglis pairs up with world and jazz guitarist Michael Tannenbaum to bring you the ultimate slack key concert.

Free Presentations by Dr. Kim Holland on Ocean and Environment Educational talks part of Year of the Coral Reef observance

Free Presentations by Dr. Kim Holland on Ocean and Environment Educational talks part of Year of the Coral Reef observance

Sunday Showcase Featuring Kevin Hughes Trio (Jazz/Bluegrass/Swing)

The Kevin Hughes trio takes modern jazz to the next level with arrangements that blend funk and modern jazz into a harmonic rapport.

Chopsticks & Wine 2008

The 7th annual Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce's Chopsticks & Wine 2008, "Vino Las Vegas!" will bring together Hawaii's premier restaurants and beverage purveryors for an evening extaordinary dining

Sunday Showcase Featuring Halau `O Kaululaua`e (Hula/Hawaiian)

Come experience the history of Hawaii told through the traditional song and dance of the hula.

The Contemporary Museum's 20th Anniversary

Take advantage of all of The Contemporary Museum's Anniversary Specials.

The Wiki Wiki One Day Show

Collectible jewelry, mid-century furniture, vintage clothing, antiques.anyone in love with Hawaii can feed their nostalgia for our 50th state at one of several Hawaii collectible shows on Oahu.

Sunday Showcase Featuring Simplisity (Contemporary R&B)

A Hawaii favorite, this popular group has been together for over a decade and has released many albums over the years, including, Pure Jahwaiian and Island Classics.

21st TREAT STREET at Bishop Museum

Bishop Museum, in partnership with University of Hawaii School of Architecture, presents its 21st annual Halloween event on Halloween night.

Heritage Series-La'au

Meet Hawaii's finest artisans as they pass on traditional knowledge with demonstrations, workshops, presentations and exhibits.

EARs in the Sea: What listening to shrimp, fish and whales can tell us about their world

Dr. Marc Lammers, Assistant Researcher, Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology, UH-Manoa presents EARs in the Sea: What listening to shrimp, fish and whales can tell us about their world.

Vans Triple Crown of Surfing

Celebrating it's 26th season, the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing returns to the "Mecca" of surfing this November/December, at the North Shore of Oahu's three premier surfing desinations.

Hiroshima at the Hawaii Theatre!

Come listen to Hiroshima's unique combination of of taiko drum, funky pop, urban and jazz.

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach as we kick off the holiday season with the lighting of a Christmas tree in the lobby area.

XTERRA Trail Running World Championships Xduro

This world class event will immerse participants in the majestic Ka'a'awa Valley in an epic off-road half marathon "Xduro".

Hawaiian Ornament Making

Guests staying at the Outrigger Reef on the beach are invited to craft their very own Hawaiian ornaments as keepsakes from their special trip to Hawaii.

45th Outrigger Hotels Rainbow Classic

The 45th Outrigger Hotels Rainbow Classic tournament will be held at the Stan Sheriff Center

15th Annual Outrigger Hotels Volleyball Invitational

Penn State University, Ohio State and USC are amongst the teams who will join the University of Hawaii team by participating in the Outrigger Volleyball Invitational.

Sony Open in Hawaii PGA Tour Tournament

Watch 140 internationally-renown golfers compete for a $5.1 million dollar prize purse during the first full force PGA event of the season.

Chinese New Year in Downtown Honolulu

Come welcome in the 'Year of the Rat' at the Mun Fa Cultural Plaza.

NFL Pro Bowl

The AFC best players at their positions face their counterparts from the NFC in the League's Football All-Star Game.

Free Presentation-Water Quality and Health of Hawaii's Coastal Recreational Waters

UH Ocean Observing System and Outrigger offer Free Presentations on Ocean and Environment Educational talks part of Year of the Coral Reef observance

Mardi Gras at Aloha Tower Marketplace

Put on your feathers and join the biggest Mardi Gras party in town!

Honolulu Festival

Musicans, performers, athletes and visitors come together to promote cultural understanding and ethnic harmony between Hawaii and the Asian Pacific, during this weekend retreat.