Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do across the Hawaiian Islands. We focus on events for locals, but visitors will find lots of useful information. For the weekend of Mei (May) 30 – Iune (June) 1, 2025, you'll find events of … [Read more...]

Free things to do in May
Listed below are the free things to do in May. For all events on our calendar, free and paid, visit our May events … [Read More...]

Best things to buy in May
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to … [Read More...]

Affordable May events and entertainment
Our May events calendar offers a wide variety of affordable entertainment across the Hawaiian Islands. We’ll continue to … [Read More...]

Free things to do in June
Listed below are the free things to do in June. For all events on our calendar, free and paid, visit our June events … [Read More...]

Best things to buy in June
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to … [Read More...]

Affordable June events and entertainment
Our June events calendar offers a wide variety of affordable entertainment across the Hawaiian Islands. We’ll continue … [Read More...]
Hawaiian arts & culture

King Kamehameha the Great
Kamehameha united all of the Hawaiian Islands in 1810, establishing the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi. King Kamehameha I ruled as … [Read More...]

37 onolicious local and Hawaiian foods
Local food in Hawaiʻi is influenced by several different things, including “canoe plants” brought by sea voyaging … [Read More...]

Hawaiian hula dance: where to see & learn hula
Here is a very brief introduction to the indigenous Hawaiian dance known as hula. It is intended to give you an … [Read More...]
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King Kamehameha the Great
Kamehameha united all of the Hawaiian Islands in 1810, establishing the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi. King Kamehameha I ruled as Hawaii's first king until his death in 1819. The Kamehameha Dynasty continued through four more monarchs, ending with King … [Read More...]

Free summer meal program for ALL keiki age 18 and younger
During the school year, nutritious meals are available to students through federal programs. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a federal program funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to ensure that our school children receive … [Read More...]

When and where to experience Lāhainā Noon
We don't often think about the Earth quietly moving around the sun. Day in and day out, our globe slowly rotates through night and day, summer to winter, and around again. Year after year. Every so often, particular phenomenon occur that can make us … [Read More...]

List of Holidays (by month) for 2025
Besides federal government and Hawaii State employee holidays there are many other holidays, observances, and special events that occur throughout the year. Popular holidays are often recognized by communities with celebrations such as festivals, … [Read More...]

Free food at restaurants on your birthday
Here’s a list of estaurants and other eateries across the Hawaiian Islands that offer some sort of free food, beverage, or dessert on your birthday. Birthday deals are followed by a list of food deals for those celebrating a wedding … [Read More...]

Budget-friendly ways to get around Hawai’i for work and play
Lucky you live in Hawai’i! For a budget-friendly island lifestyle, keeping transportation costs down is essential. We got you covered with this comprehensive list of transportation options, whether you're commuting to work, running errands, or … [Read More...]
Exciting updates on our calendar…
These are the latest additions to our event calendar. To see all events, go to our event calendar.
Big Isle: Keiki (age 10-13) Poke Contest in Waikoloa
Hawai‘i Keiki Museum and the Waikoloa Music & Cultural Festival presents the 1st Annual Keiki Poke Contest. This is a wonderful … [Read More...]
Father’s Day outings and dining ideas
Popular ways to spend quality time with your dad include outdoor activities, such as hiking, a picnic in a park or at the beach, fishing or … [Read More...]
Oʻahu: Science & Sustainability Festival in Honolulu
The Science & Sustainability Festival brings together Bishop Museum scientists, educators, cultural practitioners, and more than 50 … [Read More...]
Big Isle: annual Le Kaua Ailao World Fireknife Competition in Kona
The annual Le Kaua Ailao World Fireknife Competition features the skill and mastery of champion fireknife dancers as they battle to be named … [Read More...]
Kauaʻi: Rice Street Pride Parade & Festival in Līhuʻe
The parade will be on Rice St from 10:00-11:00am starting at Vidinha Stadium and ending at the Historic County Lawn. The festival will be on … [Read More...]
Big Isle: Hawai’i Kuauli Cultural Festival in Kona
Join the fun for a celebration of Hawai'i Island and its beauty as a cultural melting pot. This 3-day event will be packed with fashion, … [Read More...]
Hawaii State Public Libraries Summer Reading Challenge
Readers of All Ages are invited to join Hawaii Public Libraries for the Summer Reading Challenge! Hawaii’s public libraries will be … [Read More...]
Oʻahu: annual Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival in Kāneʻohe
The Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival in Kāneʻohe will feature favorite steel guitar masters from O‘ahu singing and playing Hawai‘i's favorite … [Read More...]
Oʻahu: Obon Celebration and bon dance in Waipahu
An afternoon and evening dancing under the stars while enjoying local favorites and tasty treats. Free and open to the public. More info: … [Read More...]