Ongoing Entertainment & Activities
Posted on January 09, 2026
Kū Haʻaheo
Tuesday, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza
Kū Haʻaheo is a free, live, Hawaiian music concert headlined by the award-winning musical duo, Blaine Kia & Kalei Kahalewai known as KAMANAWA. Accompanying KAMANAWA is Blaine Kia’s family and hula organization or hālau hula, called Hālau Ka Waikahe Lani Mālie. The show is comprised of traditional and classic dances of the hula art form and is truly a heartfelt show rooted in sharing the spirit of Aloha!
Waikiki Makers Market
Monday, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza
The Beach Walk Market takes place every Monday from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on our plaza lawn. Not only is it a great way to support local businesses, but you can also find truly one-of-a-kind souvenirs, handmade art, and snacks to take home for yourself or to gift to someone special.
Ukulele lessons
Daily, 4:30 p.m.
The Ukulele Store, Second Floor
No reservations required.
The Ukulele Store offers a free 15-minute introductory lesson, open to guests 12 and older. Space is limited to 10 participants daily, so first come, first served. Ukuleles will be provided.
Ka Lei Hula “The Adorned Dance”
Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza
RSVP Online
Enjoy a complimentary morning hula class out on Waikiki Beach Walk’s Plaza. All ages and skill levels welcome. Learn about oli or Hawaiian chant of welcoming, 5 basic hula steps and their meaning before diving into learning the choreography to a Hawaiian song.
Please register for our class on Eventbrite.
Mele Hali’a “To Recall Fondly”
“Mele Hali‘a,” the monthly showcase featuring the finest in Hawaiian musical performances has returned to the Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza Stage!
Mele Hali‘a means to “Recall Fondly” the incredible music of Hawaiʻi, and one special Sunday each month, award-winning local performers make it come alive with their harmonies and the spiritual, loving way they share the traditions and folklore of their ancestors, their families and friends.
All performances are from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Upcoming Performances
April 19, 2026 (Sun): Ledward Kaapana
Ledward Kaapana (born August 25, 1948) is a Hawaiian musician, best known for playing in the slack key guitar style. In 2011, he received a National Heritage Fellowship, the United States government's highest honor in the folk and traditional arts.
He also plays steel guitar, ukulele, autoharp, and bass guitar, and is a barito and falsetto vocalist. He received Na Hoku Hanohano Awards from the Hawai'i Academy of Recording Arts (HARA), and has been nominated for Grammy Awards. He is a living treasure. A living legend! And a pioneer!
May 17, 2026 (Sun): Maelia Carter & Ka Pa Hula O Ka Ua Noe O Wa’ahila
KUMU HULA MAELIA CARTER, is an award winning school of hula. Maelia is rooted in its tradition past down by her grandmother.
Kumu Maelia is currently one of the distinguished judges of the most prestigious and iconic hula competition known as the annual Merrie Monarch Hula Festival held in Hilo, Hawaii. Maeliaʻs award winning school brings a wide range of accolades in formal tradition of Hawaiian dance.
July 12, 2026 (Sun): Alan Akaka & Ke Kula Mele
(Hawaiian School of Steel Guitar)
ALAN AKAKA is a musical icon and master of the traditional Steel Guitar. Akaka also comes from a notable family that has gained the respect of the people of Hawaii. Coming from a notable family, Akaka saw the need for a musical school and started his own school of music here in Hawaii - KE KULA MELE HAWAII.
Akaka is an educator by trade and holds several college degrees to add to his impeccable resume.
Dates, times, performances and activities are subject to change without notice – weather permitting