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Reminder: Aloha Festivals Opening Ceremony – 9/2

[ September 2, 2010; 5:00 pm; ] If you’re visiting the island, this is a great chance to see the tradition of the Royal Court. It’s fascinating to see the reenactment of the court and a definite chicken skin moment.

Aloha Festivals Keiki Ho‘olaulea – 9/11

[ September 11, 2010; 10:00 am; ] The Keiki Ho‘olaule‘a features arts and crafts, demonstrations, hula and of course, live musical entertainment by Hawaii’s keiki.

Reminder: Greek Festival at Ala Moana – 8/28 & 29

[ August 28, 2010; August 29, 2010; ] Dolmas and more!

Polynesian Cultural Center Show + Dinner Only $25

Kama‘aina special – buffet dinner and show for less than half price.

Wanda Adams in Kapolei on Hawaii’s Food Customs – 8/25

[ August 25, 2010; 6:30 pm; 6:30 pm; ] She will answer questions about Hawaii’s “odd” food customs.

Half-Off “Return to Waikiki” Luau for a Limited Time

$37 for dinner, two drinks, and a show? Not bad!

Free Halau ‘O Kaululaua‘e Concert – 8/29

[ August 29, 2010; 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Halau ‘O Kaululaua‘e is a hula halau that emphasizes cultural leaning and personal development through hula, chant and cultural practices.

Free Beachwalkers Concert at Waikiki Beach Walk – 8/22

[ August 22, 2010; 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] The Beachwalkers return to Waikiki Beach Walk for a hana hou performance of their Hawaiian/Variety musical styling.

Reminder: Free Natsu Matsuri Festival – Fridays, Saturdays in August

The Japanese summer festival will feature food, children’s games, entertainment and traditional bon dancing and music.

Free Entertainment, Hula at Royal Hawaiian Center

The Royal Hawaiian Center has a lot to offer visitors on a budget. With their free cultural programs, a person can catch a live show almost every night of the week.

Greek Festival Hawaii – 8/28-29

Greek Festival Hawai‘i celebrates everything Greek on Saturday and Sunday, August 28 and 29, 2010.

Ku Rising: the Roles and Responsibilities of Hawaiian Men Today – 8/10

[ August 10, 2010; 6:00 pm; ] A free panel discussion, “Ku Rising: the Roles and Responsibilities of Hawaiian Men Today,” will take place in the Atrium at Bishop Museum.

Te Manahua Māori Cultural Competition – 8/13-14

[ August 13, 2010; 6:00 pm; August 14, 2010; ] Performers will captivate and command the audiences attention with their harmonized chants and traditional dances.

Pulama O Waimea – 8/14

[ August 14, 2010; ] May this sacred land be loved and cherished for all ages.

Free: North Shore Surf & Cultural Museum

The North Shore Surf and Cultural Museum View offers free admission.