Beaches & Hiking: Explore free natural sites like the Punalu'u Black Sand Beach to see honu (sea turtles) or hike in the Kahuku Unit of Volcanoes National Park
Friday 4/3
Saturday 4/4
Historic Downtown Hilo & Farmers Market: A walk through Banyan Drive, Liliuokalani Gardens, and the Hilo Farmers Market (usually busiest on Saturdays) provides a vibrant, free local experience. Faithful To Hawaii (Reggae): Live reggae music 6:00 PM The Booch Bar Hilo, HIHilo Old School Boogie Bash 2026 General Tickets Retro dance party 5:00 PM
The Arc of Hilo Hilo, HI
Sunday 4/5
The 63nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival 2026 takes place in Hilo, Hawaii, from April 5–11, 2026. The prestigious week-long event features cultural workshops, a hoolaulea (April 5), and the main hula competition (April 9–11) at the Edith Kanakaole Multi-Purpose Stadium.Sunday Serenade: Live music 10:00 AM The Booch Bar Hilo, HI
Monday 4/6
The 63nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival 2026 takes place in Hilo, Hawaii, from April 5–11, 2026. The prestigious week-long event features cultural workshops, a hoolaulea (April 5), and the main hula competition (April 9–11) at the Edith Kanakaole Multi-Purpose Stadium.
Tuesday 4/7
The 63nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival 2026 takes place in Hilo, Hawaii, from April 5–11, 2026. The prestigious week-long event features cultural workshops, a hoolaulea (April 5), and the main hula competition (April 9–11) at the Edith Kanakaole Multi-Purpose Stadium.Laupahoehoe Music Festival: this event often features local music, food, and culture.
Wednesday 4/8
The 63nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival 2026 takes place in Hilo, Hawaii, from April 5–11, 2026. The prestigious week-long event features cultural workshops, a hoolaulea (April 5), and the main hula competition (April 9–11) at the Edith Kanakaole Multi-Purpose Stadium.
Thursday 4/9
The 63nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival 2026 takes place in Hilo, Hawaii, from April 5–11, 2026. The prestigious week-long event features cultural workshops, a hoolaulea (April 5), and the main hula competition (April 9–11) at the Edith Kanakaole Multi-Purpose Stadium.
Friday 4/10
The 63nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival 2026 takes place in Hilo, Hawaii, from April 5–11, 2026. The prestigious week-long event features cultural workshops, a hoolaulea (April 5), and the main hula competition (April 9–11) at the Edith Kanakaole Multi-Purpose Stadium. Historic Downtown Hilo & Farmers Market: A walk through Banyan Drive, Liliuokalani Gardens, and the Hilo Farmers Market (usually busiest on Saturdays) provides a vibrant, free local experience.Second Friday Hula-Heleii Pua O Waipio: Hawaiian dance performance 6:00 PM Keauhou Shopping Center Kailua-Kona, HI
Saturday 4/11
The 63nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival 2026 takes place in Hilo, Hawaii, from April 5–11, 2026. The prestigious week-long event features cultural workshops, a hoolaulea (April 5), and the main hula competition (April 9–11) at the Edith Kanakaole Multi-Purpose Stadium.
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Thursday 4/16
Henry Kapono: Hawaiian music performance 5:00 PM Royal Kona Resort Kailua-Kona, HI
Historic Downtown Hilo & Farmers Market: A walk through Banyan Drive, Liliuokalani Gardens, and the Hilo Farmers Market (usually busiest on Saturdays) provides a vibrant, free local experience.22nd Annual Celebration of Life: Cultural remembrance event 3:00 PM Reeds Bay Beach Park Hilo, HI
Kauai Beach Resort Craft Fair (Every Friday, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM): Features handmade items, jewelry, and art from local artisans.Sam Bush: Bluegrass music performance 5:00 PM Anaina Hou Community Park Kilauea, HI
Saturday 4/18
Kauai Brewers Festival Block Party Edition (3:00 PM – 6:00 PM): Located on Kress Street in Lihue, featuring craft beers, local food trucks, live music (including Aldrine Guerrero), and games.
Ongoing Cultural Activities: The Lana'i Culture & Heritage Center often hosts, or can provide information on, local community, history, and culture-focused activities.
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Kupulau Festival: Held at the Lana'i Culture & Heritage Center, this event features hands-on cultural activities, educational booths, and the sharing of native plants to promote environmental stewardship.
Led Kaapana, Shem Kahawaii, & Wainani: Hawaiian slack key guitar 6:30 PM Slack Key Show - Masters of Hawaiian Music Lahaina, HIWhale Watching from Shore: April is the tail end of the humpback whale season, providing opportunities to spot whales for free from coastal vantage points like McGregor Point.
Thursday 4/2
Beaches and Hiking: Free, natural activities include visiting beaches like Honolua Bay for snorkeling, exploring Iao Valley, or taking scenic drives.
Friday 4/3
Corbin Glover: Electronic dance music 8:30 PM da Playground Maui Wailuku, HI
Merrie Monarch Festival (April 5-11, 2026): While primarily held in Hilo, Hawaii Island, this premier, world-renowned hula competition influences cultural events throughout the islands, including Maui.Color Festival Hawaii: ((Easter Sunday), at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.) A celebration of unity, diversity, and aloha featuring music and dance.
Monday 4/6
Merrie Monarch Festival (April 5-11, 2026): While primarily held in Hilo, Hawaii Island, this premier, world-renowned hula competition influences cultural events throughout the islands, including Maui.Free Hula Show (Mondays): The Queen Ka'ahumanu Center in Kahului hosts free, weekly Polynesian dance performances at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday 4/7
Merrie Monarch Festival (April 5-11, 2026): While primarily held in Hilo, Hawaii Island, this premier, world-renowned hula competition influences cultural events throughout the islands, including Maui.
Merrie Monarch Festival (April 5-11, 2026): While primarily held in Hilo, Hawaii Island, this premier, world-renowned hula competition influences cultural events throughout the islands, including Maui.
Friday 4/10
Merrie Monarch Festival (April 5-11, 2026): While primarily held in Hilo, Hawaii Island, this premier, world-renowned hula competition influences cultural events throughout the islands, including Maui.
Saturday 4/11
Merrie Monarch Festival (April 5-11, 2026): While primarily held in Hilo, Hawaii Island, this premier, world-renowned hula competition influences cultural events throughout the islands, including Maui.
Sunday 4/12
Monday 4/13
Free Hula Show (Mondays): The Queen Ka'ahumanu Center in Kahului hosts free, weekly Polynesian dance performances at 10:30 a.m.
Free Hula Show (Mondays): The Queen Ka'ahumanu Center in Kahului hosts free, weekly Polynesian dance performances at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday 4/21
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Friday 4/24
Kihei Fourth Friday: A recurring, free town party at Azeka Mauka Center featuring local vendors, entertainment, and a family-friendly atmosphere.Super Hawaiian Circus: Circus performance 7:00 PM Maui Tropical Plantation, Wailuku, HI
Saturday 4/25
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Monday 4/27
Free Hula Show (Mondays): The Queen Ka'ahumanu Center in Kahului hosts free, weekly Polynesian dance performances at 10:30 a.m.
Hawaii Events & Festivals
Kauai April