SPOTLIGHT: OAHU
8.18-26: Duke’s OceanFest. In his prime, Hawaii’s Duke Kahanamoku was a world-champion swimmer, surfer and paddler. In his honor, this family festival in Waikiki features fun by sand and sea, from beach volleyball and water polo to surfing dogs and open-air movies.
www.dukesoceanfest.com
HAWAII ISLAND
8.4-12: Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament. This revered big-game sport-fishing contest attracts anglers from around the globe who vie for the heftiest catch. Visitors can join the excitement at the opening ceremony and afternoon weigh-ins at Kailua Pier.
www.hibtfishing.com
8.19: Kokua Kailua. Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona’s oceanfront road, turns into a pedestrian marketplace during this monthly event. Clients mingle with residents while checking out booths with handmade crafts and food, and entertainers play for free at Hulihee Palace.
www.historickailuavillage.com
KAUAI
8.3: Friday Art Night. Little Hanapepe town presents a big bash each Friday night, when galleries and shops stay open late. Talented musicians serenade the crowds as vendors sell their wares and food trucks dish up local specialties.
www.hanapepe.org
8.4-5: Heiva I Kauai. Thrilling Tahitian dance and drumming take center stage at this annual event in Kapaa Beach Park. Along with formal competitions, clients can enjoy coconut-husking contests, arts-and-crafts demonstrations and a variety of ethnic eats.
www.heivaikauai.com
MAUI
8.18: Maui Calls. A flower lei greeting welcomes guests to Maui Arts and Cultural Center’s signature fundraiser. Attendees sample culinary creations by island chefs, bid on auction items unique to the destination and dance to live tunes under the stars.
www.mauiarts.org
8.30: Hawaiian Music Series in Lahaina. Normally, clients would pay top dollar to hear Hawaii’s renowned performers in concert. On the last Thursday of each month, however, they can see island virtuosos for free thanks to these shows on the Baldwin Museum lawn.
www.lahainarestoration.org
