This weekend on Oahu … decisions, decisions

This is a big weekend (June 11 – 13) on Oahu for parades and cultural activities but there’s also many other things to check out … if you’re up for it.

Here’s a mixed plate of things to see and do in Waikiki and beyond.


FRIDAY, JUNE 11

- Bishop Museum recognizes major community partners with FREE Admission … for kamaaina and military

This Kamehameha Day, Bishop Museum admission will be waived for kamaaina and military visitors … yay … take the kids!!  The free admission is in recognition of two community partners who have shown incredible support of Bishop Museum programs and exhibits:  the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and Hawaiian Airlines.

For more information about this event, click here http://hawaiitravelmarketplace.wordpress.com/2010/05/28/a-trio-of-excellent-events-coming-up-on-oahu-and-hawaii-island/

To learn more about Bishop Museum’s exhibits, programs, and activities, please visit www.bishopmuseum.org or call (808) 847-3511.

- Live broadcast at the Ocean House Restaurant, 11am – 1 pm

Join Mix It Up Hawaii! at the Ocean House Restaurant in the Outrigger Waikiki Reef Hotel. The team will be broadcasting live on www.HawaiiIRL.com!

Try the FREE samples of their loco moco and possibly other dishes.
Validated parking with purchase.  For more information, visit http://www.hawaiiIRL.com

- Aloha Friday Luncheon Show at Kani Ka Pila Grille

Taking the stage will be O’Brian Eselu, award-winning recording artist and kumu hula; Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner for Female Vocalist of the Year, Mailani (pictured); and Kainani Kahaunaele, who recently released her second album “Ohai Ula.”

Seating begins at 11:30 am, with Live Broadcast from 12 noon to 1:00 pm

Kani Ka Pila Grille at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 2169 Kalia Road, Waikiki

Adults: $25.00, tax and tip inclusive; $17.50 for keiki ages 5-12;

For more information, click here  http://everydayhawaii.blogspot.com/2010/06/battle-of-paddle-hawaii-outrigger-reef.html

- Lei Draping Ceremony at the King Kamehameha statue

Starts at 11 am in front of Aliiolani Hale … program features music by the Royal Hawaiian Band

- Duke’s Waikiki (beachfront at Outrigger Waikiki) – Free Concert on the Beach, 4 – 6 pm, featuring Maunalua

For more information, call 808-922-2268.

- Pan-Pacific Waikiki Hoolaulea, 7 – 10 pm

Kick-off the Pan-Pacific Festival as Waikiki transforms into a festive block party! Walk down Kalakaua Avenue and enjoy great food, local products, and free entertainment from around the world!



SATURDAY, JUNE 12

- Waikiki Beach Clean-up, 7 am meet at the Duke Kahanamoku Statue

Do some good to take care of the aina.  Continental breakfast and transportation provided to clean up areas.  Ends at 9 am.

RSVP 923-1094, ext 6

- King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade

Starts at 9:30 am from Ft. DeRussy and ending at Iolani Palace with a hoolaulea. The parade is expected to have 10 floats, marchers, bands and vehicles.  NOTE:  this is the furst year for this ‘new’ and more traditional route for this parade.

- Portuguese Day on the Plantation, 10 am – 3 pm

Hawaii’s Plantation Village is hosting ‘Portuguese Day on the Plantation’ at their location in Waipahu.  Presented by the Hawai‘i Council on Portuguese Heritage, the one-day cultural event highlights the music, food and culture of Portuguese people in Hawaii.

The event is FREE and open to the public.  Ample free parking is available.

For more information, call 808-677-0110.

- Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle Hawai‘i

Set for June 12 and 13 at historic Duke Kahanamoku Beach at Fort DeRussy Beach Park, the Battle of the Paddle is a stand-up paddle (SUP) festival and exposition that includes a series of races and demonstrations for all ages and skill levels. For the sport’s elite paddlers, there is a cash purse of over $25,000.  Come on down.  Fun for everyone.

BONUS: A VIP tent will be set up on the beach providing bentos for twitter people who RSVP. Here is a link to that twtvite http://twtvite.com/BattleofPaddle.

- Free screening of “Blue Crush”

At the Outrigger Reef on the Beach “Blue Crush,” will be shown on Saturday, June 12, at 8 p.m., and the public is invited to enjoy this poolside showing under the stars. Prior to the screening, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., the public can meet Hawaii surf icon Gerry Lopez, together with several Roxy Team Riders, who will sign autographs and pose for photos.

For more information, call 808-923-3111.

- Duke’s Waikiki – Free Concert on the Beach, 4 – 6 pm, featuring Beach 5 Band

For more information, call 808-922-2268.

SUNDAY, JUNE 13

- Pan-Pacific Matsuri Waikiki Parade, Sunday, June 13, starting at 5pm at Ft. DeRussy to Kapiolani Park

The parade is the festival highlight and will have marchers, vehicles, floats and bands.

- PBS Little Big Band … at Ward’s Rafters from 3 – 6 pm
The Band; Reggie Padillia/tenor, Ambrose Splecia/alto (and more), Mark Tanouye/bass, Ikaika Tecson/piano, Mark Lindberg/drums, and Phil and Bob Scellato on trumpets

No cover, bring food and drink if you like, and don’t forget the band (donations in the basket as you enter is for your hard working musicians).  For more info, call 735 8012 (Jackie Ward )

- Sunday Showcase at Waikiki Beach Walk, 5 – 6 pm, featuring Halau Hula O Hokulani

For more information, call 808-931-3591

ON-GOING

- Ruth’s Chris Steak House 45^th Anniversary Celebration

In celebration of this milestone, Ruth’s Chris Steak House created a special 45^TH Anniversary Menu priced at $45, available through July 31, 2010.

For information and reservations, call Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Restaurant Row at 808-599-3860 and Waikiki Beach Walk at 808-440-7910.

- Royal Hawaiian Center entertainment schedule of free events, Mondays – Saturdays

For more information, click here    http://www.royalhawaiiancenter.com/entertainment

- 3rd Annual Chinese Film Festival at the Honolulu Academy of Arts, June 1 – 30

For more information, click here      www.honoluluacademy.org



Enjoy!