Archive for "May 10th, 2014"

Olukai’s Ho`olaulea Festival

Maui

Daily, May 10 – May 28:
Olukai’s Ho`olaulea Festival. Celebrate Hawaiian culture and the traditions that surround this community. The event brings together both elite athletes competing in the world’s best SUP and OC1 races (highlighted by the legendary Maliko Downwind Run) as well as friends and family. Kahana Beach Park, Amala Pl., Lahaina. For more information and to register, visit www.olukai.com/hoolaulea.

Play Along with `Ukulele Mele

Maui

Saturday, May 10:
Play Along with `Ukulele Mele. `Ukulele players of all abilities are invited to bring their `ukulele to workshops led by “master of multiple genres and strumming styles” Mele Fong at Bailey House Museum in Wailuku. $10.00, includes admission to the museum.10 a.m. to 12 noon. Bailey House Museum, 2375 Main St., Wailuku. For information call (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Maui Matsuri (Japanese Festival) 2014 and Maui Taiko

Maui

Saturday, May 10:
Maui Matsuri (Japanese Festival) 2014 and Maui Taiko. The festival will feature Japanese and Okinawan cultural entertainment, including Taiko drums, food and craft booths, demonstrations and exhibits, cultural crafts for kids, manga and art contest, cosplay costume contest, hanafuda/sakura contest, eating contests, and obon dancing. Admission is free. University of Hawai`i Maui College Campus. 310 Ka`ahumanu Ave., Kahului. 2 p.m to 9 p.m. For information call (808) 281-4010 or visit www.mauimatsuri.com.

Filipino Fiesta and Santacruzan

Oahu

Saturday, May 10:
Filipino Fiesta and Santacruzan. This festival will provide a multi-faceted Filipino cultural experience that includes traditional Filipino food, games, cultural exhibits, and live entertainment. Admission is free. Honolulu Municipal Grounds, 530 S King St., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For information call (808) 680-0451 or visit www.filcom.org.

May Day by the Bay

Kauai

Saturday, May 10:
May Day by the Bay. Featuring Hawaiian music performed by groups from throughout Hawai`i. Cultural demonstrations by local practitioners, a craft fair of Kaua`i made products, Hawaiian food, displays of local non-profits, and a Silent Auction. Waioli Beach Park, Hanalei. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. $5 donation. For information call (808) 635-9028.