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Best Places to Hear Hawaiian Music on Oahu
O'ahu's Hawaiian Music Renaissance

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Whether dancing to energizing Hawaiian-reggae beats or sipping on a Mai Tai while listening to the soothing sounds of the slack key guitar, the island of Oahu offers numerous opportunities to enjoy free, first-rate Hawaiian music throughout the year.

Paradise Lounge at Hilton Hawaiian Village

Every Friday and Saturday night, the Paradise Lounge at Hilton Hawaiian Village features the relaxing sounds of Olomana, one of Hawaii's award-winning musical groups.

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center

Tuesdays through Fridays, the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center hosts a free Hawaiian show for all to enjoy on its Pa'ina Lanai. The lineup includes performances by Keohau, Pu'uhonua, Ku'uipo Kumakahi, and Josiah Kekoa and the members of Ten Feet.

Shore Bird Restaurant at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach

The "kings" of Hawaiian steel guitar perform at the Shore Bird Restaurant at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach on the second Sunday of each month. Guests are invited to bring their steel guitars and join the jam session or sit back and enjoy the music of Hawaii's steel guitar masters.

The second Friday of each month is "Aloha Friday" at the Shore Bird Restaurant at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach. Local Hawaiian music radio station KINE broadcasts live at the monthly luncheon that features live Hawaiian music.

Tiki's Bar and Grill on Waikiki Beach

Tiki's Bar and Grill on Waikiki Beach offers nightly Hawaiian entertainment by performers including Corey Oliveros, Wendall Kekauoha, Ka'ala Boys, Johnny Helm, and others.
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