The Polynesian Cultural Center premiered its new activity, Huki, which explores Polynesian myths and customs. Visitors on Saturday could experience an array of canoes and double-hulled vessels, carrying drummers, dancers, singers and storytellers, performing to both traditional and new music. See gallery
More than 100 beers from Hawaii, the mainland and beyond were featured at Great Waikiki Beer Festival, which was held for the fourth time at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort’s Great Lawn on Saturday. Visitors could also enjoy beer-friendly food and music Ilona Irvine, Lana Kei featuring Da Famili and Forté at the benefit for the Wounded Warrior Ohana. See gallery
The Revive the Live Music Festival brought some of Hawaii’s favorite island contemporary bands to Bishop Museum on Aug. 17 and Aug. 18. Among the performers were Fiji, Maoli, Ekolu, Norm, Pati, Opihi Pickers, Mana‘o Company, Koa‘uka, Bruddah Waltah, Baba B, PeniDean and Anuhea. See gallery
The Pearl City Hongwanji Mission held its Obon dance last weekend. Over its three days, visitors could dance to the music of Ewa Fukushima Ondo and Young Okinawans, shop at a country store and craft fair and enjoy cultural foods. See gallery
Supporters of Hawaii’s LGBTQ community gathered on Aug. 9 at the Honolulu Museum of Art Pavilion to celebrate the opening of the film festival. The festival continues through Sunday, with a closing night celebration Friday at the Honolulu Museum of Art and a “red carpet” event on Saturday at the Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach. Visit hglcf.org for information. See gallery
The music was sweet at the 36th annual Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival “Waikiki Style,” which brought some of the islands’ top slack-key guitarists to the Waikiki Aquarium on Saturday. Brother Noland, Nathan Aweau, Ho‘okena, Eric Lee, Donald Kaulia, Dwight Kanae, Stephen Inglis, George Kuo, Moon Kahele, Kamuela Kahoano, Aja Gample, Jonah Domingo and others performed. See gallery
Hawaiian traditions came alive at the Ke ‘ehi Lagoon Memorial on Saturday with the fourth annual Ho‘olau Kanaka O‘ahu Ka ‘Onihi O Na Kai. Visitors could enjoy hula and see demonstrations of Hawaiian tattooing, and take educational canoe rides around the lagoon. See gallery
The Polynesian Voyaging Society sponsored a membership drive at The Flats at Pu‘unui in Kakaako on Saturday, allowing members to help paint a mural on the apartment building’s courtyard and fountain. John “Prime” Hina of the street art collective 808 Urban led the project, which was create to honor the Hokule‘a and other PVS activities. See gallery
Papakolea entertained its third annual neighborhood feast on Saturday with entertainment by Ei Nei, Ho‘okena, Makaha Sons, Weldon Kekauoha and others, along with Hawaiian food and keiki games. See gallery
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Celebrities from the comic, gaming, television and movie industries joined local artists, vendors and costumers at the Hawai‘i Convention Center on Aug. 3 and Aug. 4 to meet with fans. Among the featured guests were actor Michael Biehn from “The Terminator” and Hawaii’s Kelly Hu. See gallery
Car and bike enthusiasts met at Ala Moana Beach Park on Sunday for the Hi Rise Cruise & BBQ, where cars, bicycles and motorcycles were on display. A back-to-school drive helped collect supplies for students in need. See gallery
Tattoo artists were at their creative heights for the Pacific Ink & Art Expo, held last weekend at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Along with celebrity tattoo artists, practitioners of Asian Pacific styles of tattoo also displayed their talents. See gallery
Two First Friday events took place at the Hawaii State Art Museum on Aug. 3. Works by globally recognized Hawaii artists Ashley Bickerton, Kaili Chun, Yvonne Cheng, Paul Pfeiffer, Garnett Puett and Lawrence Seward were unveiled at Artizen by MW Cafe Gallery and the HiSAM Museum Gallery Shop as part of the Hawaii Artists 2018 Portfolio Project, sponsored by Friends of the State Art Museum. Upstairs, the museum celebrated the opening of “STATE OF ART: new work,” showcasing 31 pieces by Hawaii artists. See gallery
Photographers and photography fans gathered at the Arts at Marks Garage to appreciate Pacific New Media’s 10th annual “Contemporary Photography in Hawaii” show, featuring the work of 26 artists. Art was on display throughout Chinatown and the arts district, including at the Naughty Vegan Studio, where artist Alicia Soder met with art lovers at a reception for “Groove,” her new exhibit. See gallery
Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe celebrated its 50th Anniversary on Saturday with a special Obon Festival. A lantern floating ceremony and the presentation of a time capsule added to the festivities. See gallery
Tavana Soul Sessions performed poolside on The Lanai at Hyatt Centric Friday during the Full Moon Festival, with special guests Olivia Tai, DJ Mr. Nick, Toki and Bradley. See gallery
Hawaii’s Finest Summer Bash at the Hawaii Convention Center returned for a second year, featuring the return of Kolohe Kai, aka Roman de Peralta, who satisfied fans with his first Oahu appearance in three years. Island contemporary artists Maoli, Ekolu, Mana‘o Company, Kapena, PeniDean, Irie Love, Jimmy Weeks and Malino joined in with their own sweet sounds. See gallery
‘Awa and ‘Ai Nights — Hinano Fashion Show & Party, with music by Izik along with pupu and ‘awa at Waiwai Collective this past weekend on University Avenue. See gallery
Katchafire, the Maori reggae band from New Zealand, headlined the two-day MayJah RayJah 2018 Music Festival last weekend, appearing on July 27 at 3 Acres Park in Waipahu along with local artists Mahkess, the Jimmy Weeks Project and others. Locals-turned-California group Iration kept the party going the next night, helped by Rebel Souljahz, Ooklah the Moc and others. See gallery
“With Love,” Maoli’s new album, got a preview at the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club on Sunday, presented by Revive the Live. The band has been an island favorite since releasing its debut album “Groovin’” in 2008. See gallery
The Waikiki Aquarium hosted island favorites John Cruz, Hapa and Streetlight Cadence at its Ke Kani O Ke Kai Summer Concert Series on July 26. Guests explored the aquarium’s galleries and exhibits and took in the music on its beach-front lawn. See gallery
