April is Earth Month and there’s no better way to celebrate than with the 17th Annual Mauka to Makai Environmental Expo! 

The expo offers live entertainment, hands-on activities, arts and crafts, a fish release, and educational exhibits that showcase ways to protect and preserve Hawai‘i’s environment. Attendees who complete the event passport will also receive a complimentary native plant. Limit one per household, while supplies last.

Free parking will be available in the back parking lot at Jefferson Elementary School beginning at 7:30 a.m., with free shuttle to and from the Waikīkī Aquarium courtesy of Waikīkī Trolley. Guests are also invited to bring refillable water bottles to stay hydrated with our water stations.

‘Aha Hui ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i is hosting a fun-filled day of music, hula, storytelling, games, student performances and a Hawaiian language speech competition. Some of the interactive booths will include free crafts for keiki to make and take home. Organized by Kūlaniākea as a way for keiki and families to hear ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i outside of school, the first Ola Ka ‘Ī was held in 2019.

Hahai nō ka ua i ka ulu lā’au (The rain follows after the forest).

The mana of Hawaiʻi’s native forests awakens with the magic of animation, music, narration, and hula of the Symphony of the Hawai‘i Forests.

Presented for the first time in public performance, journey from raindrops to rivers to the deepest roots with stories to ignite the imagination and safeguard our natural wonders.

An adventure perfect for the family, time travel alongside native plants, wildlife, snails, and mountain giants as they guide their human friends to discover their connections and role in preserving the life-giving ʻāina.

FREE. Registration requested to estimate attendance for seating.

Celebrate the rich history of ʻAʻala Park and the vibrant Makahiki season in the heart of urban Oʻahu!

Unite for community strengthening, cultural connections, and a day of joy. Continue to uplift our precious cultures, communities and wai at ‘A’ala Park!

This year's theme of "A Westside Wonderland" will feature decorations inspired by historic, cultural, and recreational aspects of our Leeward communities, from Waipahū to Kaʻena Point, to showcase pride in the westside! All are invited to come and experience these free City events and decorations. Come take a walk in the country this holiday season and enjoy "A Westside Wonderland."         

Kapolei City Lights is held at Kapolei Hale, at 1000 Ulu'ōhia Street.  The luminous decorations of Kapolei City Lights 2023 will be open to the public from the evening of Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 until Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024.

HONOLULU CITY LIGHTS IS PRESENTED BY THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE FRIENDS OF HONOLULU CITY LIGHTS.

Free

Opening Ceremony:

Begins at 5:30 PM and the lights are scheduled to be turned on at approximately 6 PM

Public Workers' Electric Light Parade:

• The parade travels on King Street, from River Street to Kawaiahao Street.

• Step-off is at approximately 6 PM and the first unit arrives at Honolulu Hale approximately 6:30 PM

Windward Oʻahu ushers in the holiday season with a fun theme "Then and Now." Do you remember what local supermarket used to be where Walgreens is now? Did you know that this parade attracts almost 10,000 spectators? Celebrate the windward community's history, health, and happiness with the 59th annual Kaneohe Christmas Parade! Eō Kāneʻohe!!

Since 1998, the Waikiki Holiday Parade commemorates Pearl Harbor Survivors and the anniversary of the attacks. The mission of the event is to educate students on this important piece of U.S. history and preserving Polynesian culture. It also ushers in the holiday season for locals. The week of events and performances on the island, as well as months of preparations leading up to the trip, give students a unique learning experience that they will not soon forget. Thousands of spectators, residents and visitors gather on the Friday after Thanksgiving to watch this non-competitive parade, which hosts local bands, marching bands from the mainland, Pearl Harbor Survivors, service bands, military units, local officials, dignitaries and entertainers.

Autumn Moon & Lantern Festival

Join in lantern making, mookcakes, raffle, music, keiki activities and more!

A world-famous reclusive candy man named Willy Wonka announces that he will offer the tour of the lifetime through his secret chocolate factory to five children who find a golden ticket in one of his world-famous candy bars. One ticket-holder will also win a lifetime supply of chocolate.

Free family event filled with continuous keiki hula, music, kids activities, cultural demonstrations and exhibits, konane games and limu exhibits celebrating Hawaiian culture.

A world-famous reclusive candy man named Willy Wonka announces that he will offer the tour of the lifetime through his secret chocolate factory to five children who find a golden ticket in one of his world-famous candy bars. One ticket-holder will also win a lifetime supply of chocolate.

Summer is getting wilder with the Honolulu Zoo Societyʻs annual Wildest Show summer concert series. The after-hours concert series, emceed by Angela Morales Escontrias, features live local entertainment from Na Hoku award-winning musical artists and popular Hawaiʻi performers live at the Honolulu Zoo’s Great Lawn. Sit back with your family and friends to enjoy music, keiki activities, and so much more while helping us raise funds to upgrade the Zoo’s family playground.

Guests may enter at 4:30 p.m. to enjoy the pre-show activities. Performances are from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.

Summer is getting wilder with the Honolulu Zoo Societyʻs annual Wildest Show summer concert series. The after-hours concert series, emceed by Angela Morales Escontrias, features live local entertainment from Na Hoku award-winning musical artists and popular Hawaiʻi performers live at the Honolulu Zoo’s Great Lawn. Sit back with your family and friends to enjoy music, keiki activities, and so much more while helping us raise funds to upgrade the Zoo’s family playground.

Guests may enter at 4:30 p.m. to enjoy the pre-show activities. Performances are from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.

This FREE Summer Event is not to be missed – 2 Days Featuring over 140 Visual Artists, Live Performing Artists every hour, Community Info and Ono Festival Food.

Saturday, July 15 • 10 AM - 6 PM & Sunday, July 16 • 10 AM - 5 PM

The Mission of the Haleiwa Arts Festival non-profit organization is to promote education and public awareness of arts and culture, with emphasis on participation, for the betterment of the community.

This FREE Summer Event is not to be missed – 2 Days Featuring over 140 Visual Artists, Live Performing Artists every hour, Community Info and Ono Festival Food.

Saturday, July 15 • 10 AM - 6 PM & Sunday, July 16 • 10 AM - 5 PM

The Mission of the Haleiwa Arts Festival non-profit organization is to promote education and public awareness of arts and culture, with emphasis on participation, for the betterment of the community.

Summer is getting wilder with the Honolulu Zoo Societyʻs annual Wildest Show summer concert series. The after-hours concert series, emceed by Angela Morales Escontrias, features live local entertainment from Na Hoku award-winning musical artists and popular Hawaiʻi performers live at the Honolulu Zoo’s Great Lawn. Sit back with your family and friends to enjoy music, keiki activities, and so much more while helping us raise funds to upgrade the Zoo’s family playground.

Guests may enter at 4:30 p.m. to enjoy the pre-show activities. Performances are from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.

The talented Nanea Lum has been working with youth programs and now it’s time for her to share creativity with the whole community, too.

All ages welcome! RSVP appreciated to youth@keyproject.org

Summer is getting wilder with the Honolulu Zoo Societyʻs annual Wildest Show summer concert series. The after-hours concert series, emceed by Angela Morales Escontrias, features live local entertainment from Na Hoku award-winning musical artists and popular Hawaiʻi performers live at the Honolulu Zoo’s Great Lawn. Sit back with your family and friends to enjoy music, keiki activities, and so much more while helping us raise funds to upgrade the Zoo’s family playground.

Guests may enter at 4:30 p.m. to enjoy the pre-show activities. Performances are from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.

Summer is getting wilder with the Honolulu Zoo Societyʻs annual Wildest Show summer concert series. The after-hours concert series, emceed by Angela Morales Escontrias, features live local entertainment from Na Hoku award-winning musical artists and popular Hawaiʻi performers live at the Honolulu Zoo’s Great Lawn. Sit back with your family and friends to enjoy music, keiki activities, and so much more while helping us raise funds to upgrade the Zoo’s family playground.

Guests may enter at 4:30 p.m. to enjoy the pre-show activities. Performances are from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.

Hawaii’s premier pop-up market and showcase for unique local treasures and finds!

Free and open to the public. Featuring Hawaii’s finest furniture makers, artisans, jewelry makers, clothing designers, food vendors, and more.

An afternoon of amazing shopping, live entertainment from local up-and-coming musical artists, freshly prepared ono grinds, keiki activities, and more! ​

Support small, local businesses at a warm and friendly environment that’s fun, festive, and family (& pet)-friendly. A gathering place that brings the Oahu community together.

Hawaii’s premier pop-up market and showcase for unique local treasures and finds!

Free and open to the public. Featuring Hawaii’s finest furniture makers, artisans, jewelry makers, clothing designers, food vendors, and more.

An afternoon of amazing shopping, live entertainment from local up-and-coming musical artists, freshly prepared ono grinds, keiki activities, and more! ​

Support small, local businesses at a warm and friendly environment that’s fun, festive, and family (& pet)-friendly. A gathering place that brings the Oahu community together.

Bishop Museum’s After Hours

Museum After Hours:
Friday, May 12, 2023 | 5-9 p.m.
Reduced admission $5 pre-registration for kamaʻāina and military
$10 general admission and at the door

In partnership with Hawaiʻi Walls Mural Festival in Kalihi, Bishop Museum is excited to welcome six new murals on our 15-acre campus. Artists Kai Kaulukukui, Solomon Enos, Sean “Hula” Yoro, Lauren YS, Ran Noveck, and Triston Eaton will paint six original news inspired by the Kalihi neighborhood, local histories, and the Museum’s cultural and scientific resources.

To celebrate the completion of the murals, join us during Museum After Hours to see the newly painted walls, meet the creatives behind the murals, listen to spotlight artist conversations, sign up for special tours, and enjoy live music, food, and drink.

SPOTLIGHT PROGRAMS

Talk Story w/ Filmmaker Justin Chon, Presented by Toyota Hawaii
6 – 7p.m. | Location: Gallery Lawns
Justin Chon is a director, writer, and actor known for his work in independent films and popular TV shows. A featured guest as part of the Hawaiʻi Walls Mural Festival, Justin Chon joins Founder of Worldwide Walls (formerly Pow! Wow! Worldwide) Jasper Wong to discuss his creative process and upcoming projects. Chon’s films explore themes of identity, race, and generational differences, drawing on his own experiences as a Korean-American. Some of his notable works include “Gook,” “Blue Bayou,” “Jamojaya,” and “Pachinko.” He is also directing the upcoming “Chief of War” starring Jason Momoa.

Spotlight Panel: Year of the Kāhuli w/ Artist Kai Kaulukukui and Scientist Dr. Norine Yeung
7 – 8 p.m. | Location: Gallery Lawns
2023 is the Year of the Kāhuli. Artist Kai Kaulukukui creates a mural in collaboration with Bishop Museum’s Malacology scientists who are at the forefront of Native Hawaiian snail conservation efforts. This moderated panel highlights the relationships between science, conservation, and art in Kaulukukui’s creative process. Listen to the stories behind the mural and learn about what you can do to protect Hawaiʻi’s endangered snails, which cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

Live Native Hawaiian Snail Rearing Program
6 — 8:15 p.m. | Location: Atrium of Hawaiian Hall
It is a rare opportunity to see live endangered Native Hawaiian snails in person. Bishop Museum’s Native Hawaiian Snail Rearing Program holds some of the most precious snails in the world that you cannot see anywhere else. Drop by the Atrium of Hawaiian Hall from 6 to 8:15 p.m. to see some of the endangered snails being reared at the Museum to be returned to the wild and talk story with staff who have stewarded generations of rare Native Hawaiian snails.

BunnyKitty Keiki Activity w/ Artist Persue
All night | Location: Flanders Lawn
“BunnyKitty in the City Book #2” by Persue is finally here and available. This highly anticipated sequel to “The Origins of BunnyKitty” follows the journey of BunnyKitty as she ventures into the big city to search for her family. Through BunnyKitty’s journey of self-discovery, readers are reminded to push through self-doubt and fear to achieve their goals. The heartwarming tale and stunning illustrations are sure to captivate both children and adults alike. Don’t miss out on this amazing book! Grab your copy now and join BunnyKitty on her journey to reunite with her family. Plus, get the chance to meet Persue and get your copy signed!

Guided Mural Tours
5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Join a 30-minute guided tour with Jasper Wong to learn more about the new murals on campus. Capacity is limited to 15 people per tour.

Live Music with Casey Cosmos DJ Academy
5 – 6 p.m. and 8 – 9 p.m. | Location: Gallery Lawn
Enjoy live music courtesy of the keiki and students of the Casey Cosmos DJ Academy. A children’s DJ school started by Casey Cosmos and Jasper Wong.

ALL NIGHT

Food & Drink Vendors – Great Lawn
Visit a variety of food, drink and craft vendors on the Great Lawn. Organized by Millwood Productions.

Membership Tent – Outside the Ho‘okipa desk
Stop by the Membership Tent, submit a Member Spotlight, and receive a Bishop Museum gift.

Parley AIR Station
Join the team at the AIR Station for family friendly games and ocean education opportunities.

ONGOING PROGRAMS, TOURS, AND ACTIVITIES

Keiki Activities w/ Ulu Aʻe Learning Center
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. – Activities include ʻohe kāpala (create a greeting card using stamps), kōnane (outplay your opponent in a two-player strategy board game) and kiʻi pōhaku (collect the most matching petroglyphs). For ages 5-10. A parent/guardian must be present. Limited capacity on a first come-first served basis.

Lauhala Weaving w/ Keoua Nelsen
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. – Weave the dried leaves of the Pūhala (Pandanus) into a stunning bracelet. Limited capacity on a first come-first served basis. Courtesy of Helumoa, Royal Hawaiian Center

Lei Making w/ Maxeen Shea
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Use the kui (sewing) style to string an assortment of blossoms into a beautiful lei (floral garland). Limited capacity on a first come-first served basis. Courtesy of Helumoa, Royal Hawaiian Center

Planetarium Shows – The Hawaiian Sky Tonight
6 p.m., 7 p.m., and 8 p.m. – J. Watumull Planetarium
Each show is 45 minutes. Tickets required, ; reserve at Shop Pacifica upon check in. Free for members and children under 4, $3 per person general admission. Limited seating. Learn what stars, constellations, planets, and more can be seen in the skies above Hawaiʻi the night of the show.

Hawaiian Hall Tours
6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. – Hawaiian Hall
Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Hawaiian Hall. Join one of the daily public tours inside Hawaiian Hall to learn more about Bishop Museum’s history, its collections, and the living cultures of Hawai‘i and the Pacific. Meet at the staircase in Hawaiian Hall’s front entry tower.

Funding for Bishop Museum After Hours keiki activities has been provided by the Johnson Ohana Foundation, founded by Kim and Jack Johnson to support environmental, art, and music education.