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December 2018
Hula Kahiko Performance
Saturday, December 15: Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. Event is free, park fees apply. Date is subject to change; to confirm dates, call (808) 987-7288. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko…
Find out more »Pepper & Stick Figure
Saturday, December 15: Pepper & Stick Figure. Pepper is a three-piece rock band originally from Hawai`i, now based in San Diego. The band consists of vocalist/guitarist Kaleo Wassman, vocalist/bassist Bret Bollinger, and drummer Yesod Williams. Since the band’s formation they have released seven studio albums as well as two live albums. Stick Figure is an American reggae and dub band founded in 2006 and based in Northern California. The group has released six full-length albums and one instrumental album, all of…
Find out more »Island Breeze
Sunday, December 16: Island Breeze. Island Breeze is a trio of world-class musicians, each masters of their own instruments, who have come together to create new and beautiful music. Grammy nominated slack key guitarist, Jeff Peterson, and shakuhachi master, Riley Lee, have been working together for many years. They joined forces with taiko master, Kenny Endo, and together the three recorded a CD which was released in 2014. The unique blend of slack key guitar, taiko drums, and Japanese flute…
Find out more »Slack Key Guitar Concerts
Sunday Afternoons: Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. December 2 – Aloha Music of Hawai`i; December 9 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music; December 16 – Ahupua`a – Mountain to Sea; December 23 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands; December 30 – Whales Homecoming. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history. Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free.…
Find out more »Kilauea Night Market at Anaina Hou
Saturday, December 29: Kilauea Night Market at Anaina Hou. Bring your family and meet your friends at Kilauea Night Market. The last Saturday of every month is always a good time at Anaina Hou. Food trucks, local vendors, and live music bands; it’s fun for all ages, and a good time no matter what the weather. Arrive early and play a round of mini golf. Anaina Hou Community Park, 5-2723 Kuhio Hwy., Kailauea. 4 to 8 p.m. For information call (808)…
Find out more »New Year’s Eve Celebration and Fireworks Display
Monday, December 31: New Year’s Eve Celebration and Fireworks Display. Grab you lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy this annual celebration at Poipu Beach Park. There will be a showing of a free family-friendly movie, (TBA), on the big outdoor screen followed by a spectacular fireworks show. Food trucks will be lined up to keep bellies happy. Poipu Beach Park, 2179 Hoone Rd., Koloa. 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fireworks will be launched at 8:15 p.m. sharp. For more information visit www.poipubeach.org.
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