Saturday, October 7: 
Amy Hanaiali`i in Concert.  Five time Grammy nominee and 18 time winner of Na Hoku Hanohano awards Amy Hanaiali`i performs for a Music Scholarship Fundraiser for Hawai`i Performing Arts Festival. Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, 62-100 Kauna`Oa Dr.., Waimea.  4 p.m. Ticket prices are $60 General Admission/$95 VIP seating (includes artist reception). For tickets and information call (8080 333-7378 or visit http://www.hawaiiperformingartsfestival.org.

Saturday, October 7:
Kahumana Farm Festival.  A family friendly event that brings the community together to celebrate and promote local agriculture, crafts, education, artists, and music with plant sales, band performances, educational workshops and a keiki zone.  Over 60 local craft, art and food vendors, live music, seed & plant exchange, prizes, yoga, and more. Kahumana Organic Farm & Café, 86-660 Lualualei Homestead Rd., Waianae.  11 a.m. to sunset.  Free admission. For information visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-farm-festival-tickets-31521920914?aff=erellivmlt.

Saturday, October 7:
Festivals of Aloha – Hana Parade & Ho`olaulea. Opening Parade with the Grand Marshall, Hana Royal Court, Pa`u Riders, Floral Floats, Vintage Cars, Custom Motorcycles, Marching Band and much more.  Ho`olaule`a  to follow with a Floral and Lei Contest, Makahiki Symposium, Aloha Keiki Wear, Silent Auction and Entertainment.  Food concessions and craft booths open all day.  Special evening performance at Hana Bay, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. by The Legendary Queen Kaʻahumanu of Hāna, a theater production by Hāna Arts.  Hana Ball Park, 5091 Uakea Rd., Hana. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information visit http://www.festivalsofaloha.com/.

Saturday & Sunday, October 7 & 8:
21^st Annual Coconut Festival.  Celebrate all that is coconut with unique coconut crafts, coconut games, delicious coconut foods and contests with some of the best crafters, artists and entertainers in Hawai`i. Enjoy non-stop music, taiko drummers, hula, cooking demos by some of the island’s best chefs, and more. Lots of fun for keiki too, with a children’s stage, petting zoo, inflatables and coconut activities. Kapa`a Beach Park, Niu St., Kapa`a.  Event begins 9 a.m. both days.  Cost is $5.00, children under 12 years of age, free.  For information call (808) 822-5381.

Saturday, October 7:
Chocolate Extravaganza.  The Chocolate Extravaganza is an annual family fun event for anyone who loves chocolate, including a buffet of all-you-can-eat chocolate complete with a delicious chocolate fountain and silent auction. Enjoy tantalizing truffles and fudge, indulge on luscious brownies and mochi, savor the talked-about chocolate bacon, or just satisfy your craving for a variety of decadent chocolate confections. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 780 Keolu Drive, Kailua.  6:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $25 pre-sale ($35 at the door).  For tickets and information call (808)262-4548 or visit http://www.emmanuelkailua.com/?view=mobile.

Saturday, October 7: 
Waikiki International Food Fest.  Sumptuous All-You-Can-Eat International Buffet, no-host bar, live music and dancing, silent and live auction.  Featuring Kuniko Yamaguchi, jazz pianist; Kenny Endo’s Taiko Center of the Pacific; Frank De Lima; and Taiwanese Dancers.  The Rotary Club of Waikiki uses the proceeds of this major annual fundraiser to support community and international service projects, which include water sanitation projects in Southwest Asia to dozens of service projects in the heart of Oahu’s community. Pacific Beach Hotel, Grand Ballroom, 2490 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.  Cost $100.  For tickets and information call (808) 265-6955 or visit https://waikikirotary.org/international-food-fest-2017/.

Saturday, October 7:
Old Town Kapa`a Art Walk.  Kapa`a Town goes all out for its First Saturday of every month Art Walk. The main street is lined with vendors selling Kaua`i Arts and crafts, with some of Kaua`i’s best musicians and bands playing up and down the street. There are lots of shops and restaurants to choose from. It’s great fun for the whole family and a great way to see Kaua`i life whether you are a visitor or resident.  Kapa`a Town. 5 to 9 p.m.  Free.

Saturday, October 7: 
Matsuri Kaua`i.  The festival will showcase different groups of Japanese talents and to perpetuate the Japanese culture on Kaua`i. Taiko performances and classical Japanese dances will also be featured. Usually a featured performance from Japan is presented at this event along with some hands on activities (i.e. oshibana, origami, oshie), crafts, kimono dressing, tea ceremony, shodo, bonsai, ikebana, and more.  Kaua`i War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy St., Lihue.  9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Free admission.

Saturday, October 7:
Windward Ho`olaulea.  This family-friendly festival will feature the sounds of Kapena, Ho`okena, Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo, EMKE, and other top island entertainment.  Also enjoy hula by Chinky Mahoe’s Merrie Monarch award-winning halau, Imaginarium shows, Gallery Iolani art exhibit, unique arts and crafts booths, ono food, keiki rides and activities, art exhibits, a college-sponsored silent auction, car show and educational and community displays. Windward Community College, Great Lawn, 45-720 Keaahala Rd., Kaneohi. Free Admission. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.  For schedule and information visit http://windwardhoolaulea.com/.