Daytime activities at DAC for its 5th Anniversary will include a plein air timed outdoor painting competition focused on scenes from Downtown and Chinatown, along with live music, interactive art experiences, and celebratory treats.

A two-day celebration of our vibrant, historically-important neighborhood and its creative community!

Hosted in partnership with resident historian Gary Coover and the Fort Street Mall Business Improvement District, the event also marks DAC’s 5-year anniversary of hosting local arts exhibitions.

Sunset Arts Market: An evening arts market in Wilcox Park at Fort Street Mall will feature local arts and crafts vendors, food, live music, and more! The event aims to engage and inform the community about the rich, vibrant history of Honolulu’s historic Downtown district.

FREE Family Day fun for all ages!

Enjoy the beautiful grounds of Hawaiian Mission Houses with games and activities galore. Activities will celebrate the 200 year history of printing in Hawaii!

Hop on over to the FREE Easter Eggstravaganza!
Presented by the staff of the Honolulu Department of Parks & Recreation and organized by the Kāne‘ohe Complex staff, this event will feature egg decorating, games, arts & crafts, and more! The event is FREE and open to the public, while supplies last!
For more information call Kāne‘ohe District Park staff at (808) 768-8992.

SERIOUS FUN! SATURDAY CLASSES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

Series of classes designed to be fun, teach the basics of visual arts and spur the creative spirit. Classes will be small and all current state protocols for safety and social distancing will be strictly observed.

4 Saturday sessions: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2022
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Fae Yamaguchi
Tuition: $130 (supplies included)
Classes limited to 12 students

DAC Performance Room

Students will create 2D and 3D artworks in a fun and creative atmosphere. They will work in different media, such as drawing, painting, and printmaking, and will use various mixed media to create sculptural artworks. Students will be encouraged to experiment and freely express themselves.

Creativity Takes Courage! -Matisse

Students will engage in drawing and painting exploration that will inspire them to learn about Thiebaud, Romero Britto, Monet, Van Gogh, Georgia O’Keefe, and other famous artists, as well as finding the creative artist within. Using the tools and techniques of charcoal, pastel, pens and paint media, students will improve their skills and free their artistic expression. We are communicators… We are problem solvers… We are artists!

4 Saturday sessions: April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2022
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Lauren Okano
Tuition: $130 (supplies included)
Classes limited to 12 students

DAC Courtyard Room

Fun art night of painting and live music at The Gallery Waikiki, the hottest art gallery on island! Guest are encouraged to stay after completion to enjoy the gallery until close. Please dress as comfortable as you'd like. This is an informal event so have fun, eat, drink and remember art is the fingerprint of YOUR imagination.
Entry includes an art after dark experience.

Food Available | Live DJ | Art Gallery | Full Bar

HoMA opens its doors to Hawai‘i residents free of charge on Family Sunday, offering a vibrant program of community-focused art activities, entertainment, and other family-friendly fun themed around museum programming or exhibitions. Museum admission is free for kama‘āina from 10am–6pm.
FREE! No Reservation Required

The 59th Annual Hawai‘i Regional Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition @ HiSAM will be exhibited

Plus Super Saturdays Opening Weekend

Free hands-on art activities for all ages! Make your very own work of art to take home while listening to music.

• Hands-on art activities, Breakdancing with Breaks R4 Kidz, Musical Performances

Admission is free! Proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test required for entry.