Throughout the Month of June: 
Obon Dance & Festival.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.  Free.  Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below:

• Friday & Saturday, June 3 & 4:  Lihue Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, Kuhio Hwy, across from Kapaia Stitchery (nearest cross street, Kuene St.), Festivities being at 5 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m.  For more information call (808) 245-6262 or visit www.lihuehongwanjimission.com.
• Friday & Saturday, June 10 – 11:  Waimea Shingon Mission, 9770-A Pule Road, Waimea.  Dancing 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 337-1854.
• Friday & Saturday, June 17 – 18:  Kapaa Jodo Mission, 4524 Haua`ala Rd., Kapa`a.  Dancing 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 822-4319.
• Friday & Saturday, June 24 – 25:  West Kaua`i Hongwanji Mission – Waimea Temple, 4675 Menehune Rd., Waimea.  Dancing 7:30 p.m.

Friday Evenings: 
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk.  Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Old Town Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6-9 p.m.  Enjoy shopping at local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classic cars, live music and entertainment.  For information call (808) 335-6469.

Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event.  6-9 p.m.  June 3 – Wailuku, on Market Street; June 10 – Lahaina, on Front Street; June 17 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; June 24 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center.  For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit www.MauiFridays.com.

Friday Sunday, June 3 – 5: 
Carnival of Orchids, Hilo Orchid Society’s Annual Show and Sale.  Gorgeous orchid displays and sale of a huge range of orchids. Demonstrations, refreshments, entertainment and fashion show. Edith Kanakaole Stadium, 350 Kalanikoa St., Hilo. For information call (808) 430-6653 or visit  www.hiloorchidsociety.org.

Every Friday: 
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.  A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Friday, June 3: 
First Friday Street Festival:  Honolulu District.  Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5 to 9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 521-2903.