Henry Kapono's Artist 2 Artist concert series returns for the 8th season!

Native Hawaiian Henry Kapono is a Grammy-nominated and multi-award-winning singer-songwriter known for his soulful voice and captivating performances. Brother Noland has deeply influenced contemporary Hawaiian music and is widely considered as the “Father of Jawaiian Music. Ninamarie Bell’s music has evolved into a refined style of indie folk, rapidly gaining recognition for her unique songwriting and vocals

7pm

TICKETS: $45, $55, & $75 (plus applicable fees)

Mayor Rick Blangiardi, the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation, and the 96th Lei Court invite you to the 97th Annual Lei Day Celebration, presented by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority. This free event celebrates Hawaiian culture and the iconic symbol of aloha—the lei. Join us on Thursday, May 1st, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Kapi‘olani Park near the Bandstand. The celebration will feature local entertainment, hula performances, food, craft, and lei vendors, and highlight the craftsmanship of Hawai‘i’s lei makers.

Don’t miss the Lei Contest Exhibit, showcasing stunning handcrafted leis in a variety of materials and styles. Fresh flower leis for the contest can be submitted from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. The public can view the exhibit from 1 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. after the judging and official opening.

Enjoy Hawaiian Steel Guitar performances from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Lei Exhibit area, and try lei-making (while supplies last) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

FREE EVENT!

Tickets: $85 General Admission | $150 "Beer Lover" | $65 General Admission DD | $100 "Beer Lover" DD

"Beer Lover" Happy Hour: 2:00 - 3:30 pm; General Admission: 3:30 - 7:00 pm

Please drink responsibly.

The Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaiʻi – Many Rivers, One Ocean ceremony is a heartfelt observance expressing gratitude to all spirits and forms of life that have supported our existence throughout time. Participants can join in person at Ala Moana Beach Park in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, or connect virtually via live telecast or internet broadcast from anywhere worldwide. This inclusive event welcomes individuals of all beliefs to partake in a collective expression of love and remembrance for our dearly missed loved ones.

https://lanternfloatinghawaii.com/the-ceremony/

Saturday MAY 31st, 2025 from 4:30- 9PM

with Grammy Winners & Jazz & Blues Masters!

GATES OPEN AT 4:30PM

AWARD WINNING JAZZ AND BLUES MUSIC LEGENDS

GRAMMY & MUSIC AWARD WINNERS

MUSIC HALL OF FAME MEMBERS

GRAMMY NOMINATED ARTISTS

NA HOKU WINNERS

*More Info

Open and free to the public. Ceremony will start at 2:30pm-5pm. Statue will be adorned with lei, ho'okupu, cultural protocols, hula, and music!

A King Kamehameha Celebration at Kapiolani Park will follow the floral parade, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with free admission, Hawaiian cultural activities, hula, live entertainment, Hawaii-made products, food booths and more. Ample parking is available, and support for the event is provided by Hawaii Tourism Authority through the Community Enrichment Program.

FREE EVENT!

Celebrate the islands most prominent season! Enjoy ono food and refreshing drinks under the summer sun while checking out the highlights of Oahu’s creative spirit; clothing, accessories, jewelry, handmade art + crafts and more. This festival is in partnership with Honolulu Juice Factory and a portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit the Wounded Warrior Ohana, in support of Oahu’s veterans and their families. Join us for an unforgettable evening by the ocean, filled with great flavors, shopping, and community spirit.

For a full list of Millwood Ohana Events : https://www.millwoodohanaproductions.com

​FREE EVENT!

*The event will close Kalakaua Avenue., all lanes and driveways from Seaside Avenue to Uluniu Avenue Lane closures start at 12:30pm for set up. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and we greatly appreciate your support of Oahu's local vendors and charities.

Royal Court Investiture: Helumoa Gardens at The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, A Luxury Collection Resort | Opening Ceremony: The Royal Grove at Royal Hawaiian Center

The Royal Court Investiture and Opening Ceremony will kick off the month-long Aloha Festivals celebration with its treasured cultural protocols. The evening will begin in a stately ceremony that honors Hawaiʻi’s aliʻi (ruling chiefs) as this year’s Aloha Festivals Royal Court will don regalia worn only by aliʻi of the highest rank. As representatives of Hawaiʻi’s past, the Aloha Festivals Royal Court ensures the festival is rooted in the most cherished traditions of Hawaiʻi. Following the Investiture, the Opening Ceremony will feature hula and musical performances for a special evening in the heart of Waikīkī.

Get ready for a beachfront street festival like no other! Aloha Festivals hosts Hawai‘i’s largest block party with the Annual Waikīkī Ho‘olaule‘a. Kalākaua Avenue will be transformed with booths showcasing Hawai‘i cuisine, crafts and culture stretching as far as the eye can see. Taste the best of local flavors from around the island in one place, and peruse artisan-made crafts. Multiple stages with incredible entertainment will rock the evening featuring top local artists, award-winning hālau hula, and more.

From Ala Moana Park through Kalākaua Avenue to Kapi‘olani Park

Aloha Festivals officially ends with a colorful procession of Hawaiian culture through Waikīkī at the Annual Floral Parade. Watch intricate floats decorated with a rainbow of fresh flowers and men and women on horseback showcasing the traditional art of pāʻū riding. Participants from marching bands to hālau hula to civic leaders display the unique aloha spirit that unites Hawai‘i’s community.