Fall 2015 craft fair calendar
(Events are free unless otherwise noted.)
SEPTEMBER
>> Kuakini Auxiliary’s annual bazaar: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday Sept. 18 and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday Sept. 19, Kuakini Health System’s Hale Pulama Mau Auditorium. Features clothing, jewelry, handmade crafts, household items, potted plants, baked goods, sushi, waffle dogs, andagi and more. Proceeds to benefit Kuakini Foundation. Call 547-9184.
>> Fall craft fair and rummage sale: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, 45-520 Keaahala Road (near Kaneohe Higashi Hongwanji Mission). With crafts, clothing, plants, baked goods, food and more. Presented by NARFE (National Active and Retired Federal Employees), Kaneohe Chapter 1681. Call 284-4937.
>> 31st annual Hawaii Seniors Fair: The Good Life Expo: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 25-27, Neal Blaisdell Center. Features a Craft Shopping Village, jewelry, clothing and more, with 275 booths. Vendors with crafts, products and services aimed at seniors 50+ may call 832-7878, ext. 157, or 735-4510; or email barbara@productionhawaii.com or cohevents@yahoo.com.
>> Nui Mono and Girlfriends Boutique Sale: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 26, Palolo Hongwanji, 1641 Palolo Ave. Features new creations and sale inventory by creative designers. Call 946-7407.
>> Moiliili Hongwanji Buddhist Temple open house and bazaar: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 26, 902 University Ave. Offering a rummage sale, plants, produce, craft fair, food, games and more, including an open house of the temple and preschool. Parking available at Kuhio Elementary School. Call 949-1659 or email mhm@moiliilihongwanji.org.
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OCTOBER
>> Creations of Hawaii at Kapiolani Park: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 3-4 at the “triangle crossroads” at Kalakaua and Monsarrat avenues (across from Honolulu Zoo). Features only “Handmade in Hawaii” works of art and crafts in support of the organization’s community outreach for cancer and homeless awareness. Call 735-4510 or email cohevents@yahoo.com.
>> Windward Ho‘olaulea: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 3, Windward Community College, Great Lawn. Features more than 70 artisans and craft vendors selling jewelry, Hawaiian arts and crafts, fabric, art, photography, keiki items, plants, clothing and other unique items, with a white-elephant sale and silent auction. Visit windwardhoolaulea.com.
>> Celebrations: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 4, Pearl City Shopping Center, 850 Kamehameha Highway, with over 40 vendors. Call 479-5525 or email 808craftandgiftfairs@gmail.com.
>> TEMARI’s 34th Trash & Treasure Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 4, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, Manoa Grand Ballroom; TEMARI and JCCH members’ preview from 8 to 9 a.m. Call 536-4566 or email temari@temaricenter.org.
>> Makiki Community of Christ Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 10, 1666 Mott-Smith Drive. Features baked goods, jams and jellies, miscellaneous items and more. Free. Call 285-3678.
>> Manoa Old Timers’ Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 10, Manoa Elementary School, with over 35 vendors and food booths. Call 741-5563.
>> Kanoelani Elementary School craft fair: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 17, 94-1091 Oli Loop, Waipio Gentry. With crafts, food and games. Call 675-0195.
>> 34th annual Mission Fair of the Ewa Community Church: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 17, 91-1258 Renton Road (historic Ewa Villages). Features baked goods, handmade crafts, rummage sale, collectibles, plants and more in celebration of Ewa Plantation’s 125th anniversary. Visit ewacommunitychurch.com.
>> 808 Craft & Gift Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 17, Momilani Community Center, 715 Hoomoana St., with over 70 vendors. Call 479-5525 or email 808craftandgiftfairs@gmail.com.
>> Craft, Gift & Rubberstamp Expo plus Crafters Clearance Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 18, Neal Blaisdell Center, Hawaii Suites. Features local craft vendors, gift items, craft supplies and more. Email nanstar@hawaii.rr.com.
>> 11th annual Season’s Best Craft & Gift Fair Extravaganza: 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 23, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 24 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 25, Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall, with over 270 booths. Admission: $3, free for ages 6 and under with paid adult. Parking fee. Call 683-6064 or email seasonbestcraft@cs.com.
>> Candy Land Holiday Faire at The Children’s Center Inc.: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 24, Nuuanu Congregational Church, 2651 Pali Highway. Features baked goods, crafts, silent auction, plants, country store and Keiki Land with a bounce castle and keiki games. Proceeds to benefit the preschool’s operational funds. Call 595-6341 or visit childrenscenterhawaii.org.
>> Pohai Nani’s 15th annual Craft Fair and Bake Sale: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 24, Pohai Nani Retirement Community, 45-090 Namoku St., Kaneohe. Offering jewelry, plants, gift baskets, clothing, bags, quilts, baby blankets, pottery, crafts, silent auction, book sale, white-elephant booth and more. Proceeds to benefit Pohai Nani’s senior residents. Free shuttle service throughout the neighborhood for attendees parked on the street. Call 236-7805.
>> Trinkets and Treasures Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 24, Waioli Tea Room lanai, 2950 Manoa Road. Selling vintage and unique items, crafts, jewelry and more. Presented by Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary. Call 864-6626.
>> Trinity Christian School Makahiki: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 24, 1110 Kailua Road. Features crafts created by the school’s Craft Hui, independent vendors, food, games, a bounce house for keiki and Hawaiian music and dances by local performers and halau. Call 262-8501, ext. 101; or email tcsmakahiki@hawaii.rr.com.
>> Pearl City Hongwanji Craft Fair: 8 to 11 a.m. Oct. 31, 858 2nd St. Features crafts, produce, plants, cut flowers, baked goods, jams and jellies, a white-elephant sale, sushi, “Wisteria Delights II” cookbook and more. Presented by Pearl City Hongwanji Buddhist Women’s Association. Call 455-1680.
>> First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu’s annual bazaar: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 31, Koolau Golf Club, 45-550 Kionaole Road, Kaneohe. With baked goods, jams and jellies, quilts, plants and flowers, a farmers market, silent auction, clothing boutique, food and Keiki Fun Zone. Proceeds to benefit the church’s missions. Call 532-1111.
NOVEMBER
>> Celebrations Pearl City Shopping Center Craft & Gift Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 1, 850 Kamehameha Highway, with over 40 vendors selling handcrafted jewelry, kitchen towels, handmade soaps, baked goods, Himalayan salt lamps and more. Call 479-5525 or email 808craftandgiftfairs@gmail.com or hawaiiantreasures4u@hawaii.rr.com.
>> Kuakini Health System’s Craft Fair: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 6, Kuakini Hale Pulama Mau Auditorium, 347 N. Kuakini St. Features unique handcrafted items, jewelry, clothing, stationery, household and kitchen items, decorations, water bottle holders, baked goods and more. Presented by Kuakini Health Care Team. Call 547-9168.
>> Autumn Fair at Pearlridge Center: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 6-7, Uptown, mall level. Features made-in-Hawaii crafts and products. Presented by Creations of Hawaii. Call 735-4510, email cohevents@yahoo.com or visit bymela.vpweb.com.
>> 808 Craft & Gift Fair: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 7, Aliiolani Elementary School, with over 220 vendors. Call 479-5525 or email 808craftandgiftfairs@gmail.com.
>> Harris United Methodist Church craft fair: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 7, 20 S. Vineyard Blvd. Selling crafts using mostly natural and local products, fresh produce, holiday gift items, baked goods, jams and more. Email norma.kehrberg@gmail.com.
>> Manoa Valley Church’s 45th annual Harvest Fair: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 7, 2728 Huapala St. Features woodwork, food, plants, clothing, white-elephant sale, keiki games and more. Proceeds to benefit the church’s building maintenance fund. Call 988-3271.
>> Craft and plant sale: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 7, Maluhia Lutheran Church, 85-256 Farrington Highway (across from Waianae High School). Features locally made crafts, art, plants and food. Presented by Women of Wai‘anae. Proceeds will provide financial support and scholarships for nontraditional students from Wai‘anae. Call 638-9466.
>> Fall Handmade/Homemade Products Sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 7, 45-440 Koa Kahiko St., Kaneohe. Features personal and gift items, soaps, essential oils, reusable bags with embroidery designs, area rugs, fabric baskets, crocheted items, pillows, quilts, collectibles, craft supplies and more. Call 247-4267.
>> Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood Holiday Craft Fair: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 8, Temple Emanu-El, 2550 Pali Highway (intersection at Jack Lane). Features Judaica and Hanukkah items, latkes, unique crafts, jewelry and baked goods. Email hitemplesisterhood@gmail.com or visit shaloha.com.
>> Diamond Head Arts & Crafts Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 8, Kapiolani Community College parking lot. With over 200 crafters selling handmade items, jewelry, fashion, food, jams and more. Call 683-6590 or visit hawaiirecreationparksociety.com.
>> Third annual Autumn Fair: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 8, Gedatsu Church, 6095 Summer St., Kuliouou. Features made-in-Hawaii crafts and products, plants, food, wholesale and resale merchandise, and more. Presented by Creations of Hawaii. All proceeds to benefit the church. Call 735-4510, email cohevents@yahoo.com or visit bymela.vpweb.com.
>> Holiday Shoppe: 3 to 8 p.m. Nov. 12-13 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 14, 5228 Apo Drive, Aina Haina. In-home boutique features handmade crafts, holiday decor, needlework, jewelry, kitchen essentials, pantry items and more. Call 377-5005 or email holidayshoppehawaii@gmail.com.
>> Noelani School’s 26th annual Craft & Children’s Fair: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 14, 2655 Woodlawn Drive. Offering unique homemade gift items, live entertainment, food and keiki rides. Presented by Noelani PTA. Vendors may email noelanicraftfair@gmail.com.
>> 808 Craft & Gift Fair: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 14 at Aiea Elementary School, with over 150 vendors. Call 479-5525 or email 808craftandgiftfairs@gmail.com.
>> Creations of Hawaii at Kapiolani Park: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 14-15 at the “triangle crossroads” at Kalakaua and Monsarrat avenues (across from Honolulu Zoo). Features only “Handmade in Hawaii” works of art and crafts in support of the organization’s community outreach for cancer and homeless awareness. Call 735-4510, email cohevents@yahoo.com or visit bymela.vpweb.com.
>> Holiday Boutique: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 14 and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 15, St. John Vianney Parish, 920 Keolu Drive, Kailua. Features handmade Christmas ornaments and crafts, plants, wreaths, pillows, crocheted items, kitchen crafts, baked goods and more. Call 262-8317.
>> Craft, Gift & Rubberstamp Expo plus Crafters Clearance Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 15, Neal Blaisdell Center, Hawaii Suites. Features local craft vendors, gift items, craft supplies and more. Email nanstar@hawaii.rr.com.
>> 2015 Starwood Waikiki Holiday Market: 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 18, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Kauai/Maui Ballrooms. Selling holiday gifts, handmade crafts, jewelry and baked goods. Call 931-7761.
>> Fall Fair: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 20 and 21, Pearlridge Center, Downtown, mall level. Features made-in-Hawaii crafts and products, food and more. Presented by Creations of Hawaii. Call 735-4510, email cohevents@yahoo.com or visit bymela.vpweb.com.
>> Aliamanu Elementary Holiday Craft Fair: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 21, Aliamanu Elementary School, 3265 Salt Lake Blvd. (next to Salt Lake Public Library). Features handcrafted items, home-based business products, food, games, entertainment and door prizes. Vendors may call 221-6052.
>> Cane Haul Road and Friends’ Christmas Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 21, Kuhio Elementary School cafeteria, 2759 S. King St.; enter from Kahoaloha Lane. Call 947-8466.
>> 41st annual Mayor’s Craft and Country Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 21, Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall. Features crafts, baked goods, white-elephant sale, fitness fair and informational displays. Call 973-7258.
>> Annual Parker Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 21, 45-211 Waikalua Road, Kaneohe. With over 50 vendors selling crafts, gifts, clothing, jewelry, plants, baked goods, a white-elephant sale and more. Free parking at the Ben Parker Sports Field. Call 247-3250 or visit parkerumchawaii.org.
>> Ka‘elepulu’s eighth annual Holiday Art and Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 21, Ka‘elepulu School grounds, 530 Keolu Drive, Kailua. Presented by Ka‘elepulu PTSA. Vendor fees benefit the school’s art, music and physical education programs. Interested vendors may call 372-6752 or email teramuraohana@aol.com.
>> Pearl City High School craft fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 22, school cafeteria, 2100 Hookiekie St. Features handmade crafts, gift items, baked goods, food booths, orchids, prizes and more. Proceeds to benefit the school’s Special Education Department. Call 307-5666 or email pchscraftfair@gmail.com.
>> Santa’s Helpers Boutique: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 28 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 29, 871 Kainui Drive, Kailua. Offering sand art, photography, watercolor prints, pottery, jewelry, Christmas dolls, miniature rock gardens, kimono scarves, futons and more. Call 599-4545.
ONGOING
>> The Pit Stop … Shop, Dine & Dash @ the Aloha Stadium: 5 to 9 p.m. second Tuesdays in the stadium parking lot, with 75 to 100 direct sellers, re-sellers and food, produce and craft vendors. Call 479-5525 or email 808craftandgiftfairs@gmail.com.
>> 3rd Sundays @ Moanalua 99: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 20, Oct. 18 and Nov. 15, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 20, 1151 Mapunapuna St., with 60 to 120 crafters, direct sellers and re-sellers. Call 479-5525 or email 808craftandgiftfairs@gmail.com.