Kauai 2009 Travel Planner - (Page 44) CALENDAR OF EVENTS FEB 20-21, 2009 31st Annual Waimea Town Celebration Old-fashioned plantation-style fun. Events include a canoe race, an ice cream eating contest, the Captain Cook Fun Run, an ‘ukulele competition, a lei contest, the Paniolo Challenge and continuous free entertainment. For more information, call (808) 338-1332 or visit www.wkbpa.org/events.html. dATE TBA Prince Kuhio Celebration of the Arts ¯¯ Join a day of festivities in honor of Prince Kuhio ¯ ¯’s birthday and birthplace. Ceremonies are presented by the Royal Order of Kamehameha at Prince Kuhio ¯¯ Park. After, visit the re-creation of a Hawaiian village atmosphere with demonstrations and interpretation at the Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i Resort & Spa. Contact Stella Burgess at (808) 240-6369 . APR 11, 2009 12th Annual Royal P a‘ina ¯ The Kaua‘i Historical Society celebrates Hawai‘i’s multi-ethnic heritage . Features great local entertainment and an exquisite meal. Contact the Kaua‘i Historical Society at (808) 245-3373 or visit www.kauaihistoricalsociety.org. MAY 1, 2009 29th Annual Lei day Celebration May Day is Lei Day at L¯ hue’s Kaua‘i Museum. ı Enjoy the vibrant colors and tropical fragrances of the lei on display. Along with a Lei Contest, there will be delicious food and handmade crafts to purchase. For more information, call Kaua‘i Museum at (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org/ visit/events/mayday.html . MAY 16, 2009 31st Annual Visitor Industry Charity walk This is Hawai‘i’s largest single-day fundraiser, taking place simultaneously on O‘ahu, Maui, Big Island and Kaua‘i. Proceeds benefit local charities. Features food, beverages and local entertainment along the three-mile walk . Call (808) 246-5149 or visit www.charitywalkhawaii.org/kauai.html. MAY 21-24, 2009 9th Annual Kaua‘i Polynesian Festival This four-day event features a Polynesian dance competition and exhibition, cultural workshops, arts & crafts and lots of delicious island-style food. Call (808) 335-6466 or visit www.kauaipolynesianfestival.org. JUN 7, 2009 Taste of Hawai‘i This popular culinary event brings together over 50 of Hawai‘i’s innovative chefs who will prepare samples of their signature dishes. Held at Smith’s Tropical Paradise in Wailua . Proceeds support Rotary projects all over the world. Visit www.tasteofhawaii.com. dATE TBA Kamehameha day Parade & Ho‘olaule‘a A Ho‘olaule‘a will feature entertainment, arts and crafts as well as food booths with island favorites . Contact the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission at (808) 586-0333 or visit www.hawaii.gov/ dags/king_kamehameha_commission . JUN 21, 2009 27th Annual Kaua‘i Hula Exhibition An evening of Polynesian history through dance performed by the dancers of Na Hula ‘O Kaohikukapulani at the Kaua‘i War Memorial Convention Hall. Cultural chants, history and food. Contact Kapu Alquiza at (808) 335-6466. JUN 20, 2009 Banana Poka Round Up Koke‘e Museum’s annual forest education ¯ fair. Features Hawaiian music, environmental exhibitions, forest craft workshops and family activities. Contact the Koke‘e Natural History ¯ Museum at (808) 335-9975 or visit www.kokee.org . JUL 4, 2009 20th Annual Concert in the Sky Residents and visitors of all ages celebrate July 4th at Lı hu‘e’s Vidinha Stadium with family fun, ¯ great food from Kaua‘i’s top hotels and restaurants, continuous live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks show set to music. For more information, contact Kaua‘i Hospice at (808) 245-7277 or visit kauaihospice.org/events_currentevents.htm . JUL 18-26, 2009 25th Annual Koloa Plantation days ¯ Sport events, historic walks, rodeos, block parties, a craft fair, Polynesian dancing and entertainment throughout the week. For event schedule, call Koloa ¯ Plantation Days at (808) 652-3217 or visit www.koloaplantationdays.com . AUG 1-2, 2009 Heiva I Kauai-Iorana Tahiti Dance groups from Tahiti, Hawai‘i, the U.S. mainland, Japan and Canada take part in this Tahitian dance competition . Also traditional and contemporary drumming categories. For more information, call (808) 822-9447 or visit www.kauaifestivals.com/Heivakauai/ . dATES TBA Kaua‘i County Farm Bureau Fair Fun for the whole family. Features floral and cooking demonstrations, hula halau exhibition, petting zoo, great island food and much more . Held at Vidinha Stadium, Lı hu‘e. For more information, contact the ¯ Kaua‘i County Farm Bureau at (808) 639-8423. dATES TBA Aloha Festivals Kaua‘i Cultural events, activities and programs. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about Hawaiian culture while having lots of fun . Most events are free with your Aloha Festivals ribbon. Contact Aloha Festivals at (808) 589-1771 or visit www.alohafestivals.com . SEP 6, 2009 The Kaua‘i Marathon 2009 Kaua‘i’s tropical paradise will become the backdrop for this world-class event, which will lead runners through one of the world’s more beautiful marathon courses and donate net proceeds to local charities . Visit www.thekauaimarathon.com . SEP 20-26, 2009 25th Annual Kaua‘i Mokihana Festival Island-wide events featuring a dance competition for men and women, a composers’ contest, crafts, festivals, lectures and workshops. Call (808) 822-2166 or visit www.mokihana.kauai.net . dATES TBA 13th Annual Coconut Festival This popular event highlights the cultural, social and historical importance of the coconut . Crafters will be on hand selling their island products . Come join the fun and participate in coconut games, coconut crafts and coconut contests . Event will be held at Kapa‘a Beach Park . Contact the Kapa‘a Business Association at (808) 651-3273 or visit www.kbakauai.org/Coconut.html OCT 10, 2009 21st Annual Eo e Emalani I Alaka‘i ¯ At the meadow fronting the Koke‘e Natural History ¯ Museum . Various hula halau from across the state come to dance. Features a royal procession, Hawaiian entertainment, hula, crafts and demonstrations . Contact the museum at (808) 3359975 or visit www.kokee.org . OCT 17, 2009 Matsuri Kauai 2009 A full day of music and dance performances, exhibitions and demonstrations celebrating the Japanese culture. Participate in mochi pounding, oshibana, tea ceremony and kimono dressing. Special visiting Taiko drummers will perform . For more information, call (808) 335-8431. dATES TBA Hawaiiana Festival A three-day series of educational programs, plus entertainment and lu‘au designed to teach ¯ the customs, crafts and spirit of Hawai‘i’s native people. View lauhala weaving, stone carving, use of feathers, lei making, etc. Learn about ancient Hawaiian traditions and practices . Located at the Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i Resort & Spa. Contact Stella Burgess at (808) 240-6369 . dEC 4, 2009 Lights on Rice Parade Approximately 40 lighted parade entries come from all over the island . This popular event follows the opening ceremony of the Festival of Lights. Over 8,000 people lined Rice Street last year, so come early for best seating. Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call (808) 241-4925. dEC 13, 2009 Holiday Hula Christmas Celebration A Hawaiian Christmas performance by Na Hula ‘O Kaohikukapulani. Chants, hula and Christmas melodies . The night includes a silent auction and finger foods. For more information, call (808) 335-6466 . The information listed is thought to be accurate at the time of publication, dates are subject to change. For a complete list of events with the most up-todate information, visit www .gohawaii .com/kauai. 44 KAUA‘I Hawai‘i’s Island of Discovery™ http://www.mokihana.kauai.net http://www.wkbpa.org/events.html http://www.kokee.org http://www.kbakauai.org/Pages/coconut-festival.html http://kauaihospice.org/events_currentevents.htm http://www.kauaihistoricalsociety.org http://www.kokee.org http://www.koloaplantationdays.com http://www.kauaimuseum.org/visit/events/mayday.html http://www.kauaimuseum.org/visit/events/mayday.html http://www.kauaifestivals.com/Heivakauai/ http://www.charitywalkhawaii.org/kauai.html http://www.kauaipolynesianfestival.org http://www.alohafestivals.com http://www.tasteofhawaii.com http://www.thekauaimarathon.com http://www.hawaii.gov/dags/king_kamehameha_commission http://www.hawaii.gov/dags/king_kamehameha_commission
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