Saturday, October 14: 
Talk Story Festival.  This year’s theme is Na Mele `O Hawai`i Nei: The Songs of Hawai`i.  Enjoy music and “talk story” McCoy Pavilion, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free admission.   For information visit http://honoluluparks.com/.

Saturday, October 14: 
Hammers N’ Ales: Kaua`i’s Oktoberfest.  Enjoy food and live music by Homestead, Cruz Control and Not My First Rodeo.  A benefit for Kaua`i Habitat for Humanity. Poipu Beach Athletic Club Concert Lawn, 2290 Poipu Rd., Koloa.  2 to 6 p.m. This event is for adults ages 21 and over. Tickets available for $55 online through October 13, $65 at the door. For tickets and information visit http://kauaihabitat.org/.

Saturday, October 14:
Emalani Festival.  A day of song, hula, history and pageantry, celebrating Hawai`i’s beloved Queen Emma and recalling her journey to the Koke`e uplands and Kilohana vista in 1871. Queen Emma will enter the meadow on horseback at 11 a.m. Exhibits, craft tables, silent auction, and a snack shop enhance the festival experience. Carpooling is recommended as parking is limited. Bring your own blankets or chairs (no tents or coolers). Animals are not permitted in state parks. Admission is free and all are welcome to join in the festivities. Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow, Koke`e State Park, Hanapepe.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  For more information call (808) 335-9975 or visit http://www.kokee.org/.

Saturday, October 14:
Ironman World Championship Triathlon.  Considered one of the most grueling one-day sporting events in the world, triathletes from around the world swim through the waters surrounding Kailua Pier, bike through Kona roads to the Kohala Coast and back, and run a marathon course that ends at Ali`i Drive with thousands of cheering spectators at the finish line. For information and event schedule visit www.ironman.com.

Saturdays & Sundays, October 14 – 28:
Aloun Farms Pumpkin Patch Festival.  Spend a family day in the country with live entertainment, tractor pulled hayrides, carnival rides, pony rides, farm style food, picture booths, games and fun for everyone. Pick a pumpkin! Pumpkins will be priced according to size. Cash only; no checks or credit cards. Parking and Hayrides are free. Aloun Farms, 91-1440 Farrington Hwy, Kapolei.  8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. $3 admission (2 & under free).  For information call (808) 677-9516 or visit http://www.alounfarms.com/.

Saturday, October 14:
Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum.  Free hands-on art activities for all ages are hosted in the first floor Multipurpose Room. All materials are provided. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last.    For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.