The Hawaii International Jazz Festival, July 18th & 19th, 2003 is celebrating it's10th year with a line up of summer concerts featuring international and local artists that have performed in past festivals as well as completely new talent. The Festival is set to air nationally on Jazz Alley TV, an affiliate with Viacom, PBS, CNN and worldwide affiliates. Free Jazz education classes will be open to the public at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center. For more information call the Festival office at (808) 941-9974 or check out their website at www.Hawaiijazz.com.
Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival, July 19 2003 Imagine if there wasn't a way to share with the legacy of our past with our children. When the missionaries banned the ancient art of hula dancing from the Hawaiian culture, they were preventing the Hawaiian people from sharing the story of their lives with future generations. Prince Lot is known for reviving the hula after the missionaries banned it in old Hawaii, defining the Hawaiian culture of present day. Hula dancers from all of the islands gather in his honor at Moanalua Gardens for a celebration of song and dance. Contact (808) 839-5334 for more information.
33rd Annual Ukulele Festival, July 27, 2003 a three-hour long FREE concert featuring the finest ukulele players in the world takes place at the Kapiolani Bandstand. Don't miss the ukulele orchestra of more than 800 children scheduled to perform. Contact (808) 732-3739 for details. Next year's festival date is set for July 25, 2004.
Made in Hawaii Festival, August 16-18, 2003 is a shopper's dream. Hawaii's finest products and crafts are all for sale in one giant marketplace! And there is no better time to shop since Christmas is right around the corner! Showcased at the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall call, (808) 533-1292 for more information.
Aloha Festivals, September 12-21, 2003. One of the largest and most popular celebrations this island has to offer! A truly cultural experience with many of Hawaii's most popular attractions offering "Ohana" (family) days for a hands-on cultural occasion. A true celebration of Aloha, this themed annual Hawaiian festival includes block parties in downtown Honolulu and Waikiki, floral parades, a Royal Ball, great multicultural food including Pacific Rim cuisine, arts and crafts and local entertainment around every corner. Pick up an Aloha Festival ribbon and wear it to al the events. For more information contact the Aloha Festivals office at (808) 589-1771 or visit their website at www.alohafestivals.com.
The Honolulu Symphony Pops Season, September 2003 through May 2004 is sure to delight with it's unique collection of talented artists. Contact (808) 538-8863 for upcoming performances.
Princess Kaiulani Commemoration Week, October 12-18, 2003 including the Annual Princess Kaiulani Keiki Hula Festival, October 18, 2003 Princess Kaiulani is honored as Hawaii's most beloved princess during a week full of festivities. The hula competition showcases children ages 5-12 years of age from halau (hula schools) across the island come to perform. For details contact (808) 922-5811.
Hawaii International Film Festival, October 31 through November 9th, 2003 showcases films from Asia, the Pacific and North America. Established in 1981, the Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) promotes an understanding and cultural exchange among the peoples of Asia, the Pacific and North America through the medium of film. Events include film screenings, symposiums, and special awards. For current information visit their website at www.hiff.org or call (808) 528-3456.
