Saturday & Sunday, February 10 & 11: 
Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i.  A festival-like music event featuring iconic ukulele musicians from across Hawai`i and the world. The medley of events kicks off on Saturday, with the International Ukulele Contest and Hula Show. The finale takes place on Sunday, with an eclectic collection of more than 20 local and international entertainers all day long on two stages. In celebration of this year’s 10th anniversary the event will feature Ennichi (Japanese fair) games and activities like water balloon fishing, a ring toss and scooping games.  Saturday: International Market Place Queen’s Court Stage, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Sunday: Kaka`ako Makai Gateway Park, 461 Cooke St., Honolulu, 9 a.m. to sunset. Both events are free and open to the public. For information call (808) 389-2890 or visit http://www.ukulelepicnicinhawaii.org/en/.

Saturday & Sunday, February 10 & 11:
Vietnamese-American Lunar New Year Festival.  Enjoy a fun filled family day with cultural food, crafts, musical entertainment, games and inflatable play area for the kids. Kapiolani Park, 3840 Paki Ave., Honolulu.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  For information call (808) 221-3159 or email phamdb@gmail.com.

February 10 – 24: 
Maui Whale Festival.  A series of inspiring events held during Maui’s peak humpback whale season. Each occasion and activity is designed to build awareness and share our love of marine animals and their ocean habitat. Celebrate the 38th annual Maui Whale Festival with engaging, fun and educational events. Events include concerts, online auction, Run & Walk for the Whales, concert cruises, Whale Regatta, online chat with the experts, World Whale Film Festival, and more.  For information visit https://mauiwhalefestival.org/.