KAUAI MOKIHANA FESTIVAL 2026
2026-09-20 10:00 - 2026-09-26 16:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy Street, Lihue, 96766
KAUAI MOKIHANA FESTIVAL 2026
Ka Makahiki o Anakala Nathan Kalama – Celebrating 5 years of Uncleʻs Passing
Nathan Kalama is the founder of Kauai Mokihana Festival. Please come and enjoy!
September 20th: 10AM Kapaa First Hawaiian Church Worship Service, lunch to follow.
September 21st: 5:30PM Kauai Composerʻs Contest & Concert at the Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort & Spa
September 22nd: Eo e Lili`u Workshop at Liliuokalani Trust in Lihue for participating Hawaiian Language schools
September 24th: 10AM Mokihana Makeke (Craft Fair & Food) & 5PM Hula Competition – Group & Solo Kahiko at Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
September 25th: 10AM Mokihana Makeke (Craft Fair & Food) & 5PM Hula Competition – Group Auana at Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
September 26th: 10AM Mokihana Makeke (Craft Fair & Food) & 10AM Hula Competition – Solo Auana & Awards Ceremony at Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall

Kauaʻi Brewers Festival
2026-10-03 14:00 - 18:00 | Hale Lihue, 4286 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Doors open at 2pm, event closed 6pm
Public parking along Rice Street and Kress Street
Must have physical I.D. for entrance to beer garden.
LIVE MUSIC: ALDRINE GUERRERO, REVIVAL
YARD GAMES: PORTUGUESE HORSESHOE, CORN HOLE, WATER PONG
Open to all ages – beer garden only available for 21 and over only.

Kaua’i Brewers Festival
2026-10-03 15:00 - 18:00 | Kress Street, Kress Street, Lihue, 96766
Join us for Kaua’i Brewers Festival, Block Party Edition. Entry tickets are $50 presale for all ages (12 and under free), add all access to the beer garden (21 and over only, must have physical license to enter garden) for an additional $50.

Downtown Lihue 2nd Saturday Night Market
2026-10-10 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-11-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Kress Street, Kress Street, Lihue, 96766
Join us on Kress Street for Downtown Lihue’s 2nd Saturday Night Market. Locally made crafts, gifts, food trucks, baked goods, live entertainment, and much more! With over 40 local vendors we’re sure that there’s something for you to enjoy.
This event is free to attend, family friendly, and an outdoor open to the public. Hosted by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority and Alakoko Shop.
If you are an interested vendor, register at www.downtownlihue.com/night-market-details

Kauaʻi Chocolate & Coffee Festival
2026-10-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Kilohana Luau Pavilion, Kaumualii Highway 3-2087, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Mark your calendar for the 11th Kauaʻi Chocolate & Coffee Festival a celebration of all things chocolate and coffee with lots of sampling, educational displays and workshops, entertainment and exhibitor booths featuring a variety of chocolate and coffee products, from around the state. The Kauaʻi Chocolate & Coffee Festival happens on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Kilohana Plantation in the Luau Pavilion highlighting all the attributes of these two favorite local crops.
The festival takes place in Lihue Kauaʻi and includes, informative presentations, live entertainment, a silent auction, sampling and much more. Support provided by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, County of Kauaʻi, Lydgate Farms, Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative, Special Events Hawaiʻi, and Malama Kauaʻi.
If you require an auxiliary aid or other modification, please call Amy Hammond at 808-223-6040 or email specialeventshawaii@gmail.com at least one week prior to event.
WHEN: Sunday, October 18, 10 p.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Kilohana Plantation, in the Luau Pavilion on the Island of Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi
TICKETS: Ticket will be available in advance online and at the door, while supplies last.
For more information and tickets visit http://www.KauaiChocolateandCoffeeFestival.com

Rice Street Block Party
2026-10-24 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Lihue, Rice Street, Lihue, 96766
Celebrate Downtown Līhuʻe
Annual block party celebrating the heart of Kauaʻi.
Supported by Levitt Family Foundation, Hawaii Tourism Authority Community Enrichment Program.
3 live stages, over 100 local vendors, keiki play area, and more!
LĪHU‘E – The public is invited to attend the Rice Street Block Party, a family-focused event, from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24.
To accommodate the block party, Rice Street (between Umi Street and Kalena Street) will be closed from 2 to 10 p.m., on Oct. 24. Kress Street will also be closed (between Rice Street and Halenani Street). Umi, Hardy, and Kalena streets will remain open during the event.
The block party will feature various entertainment along Rice Street, including a keiki zone with a dedicated area for Play Streets Kaua‘i, live music, local vendors and more. There will also be a kickball tournament at Līhu‘e County Park as a fundraiser for the KCC Veterans Services center. For more information on the tournament, contact the Makaiwa Gunn at brothersinarms808@outlook.com.
Due to the number of concurrent events throughout the day, parking has been secured at the Wilcox Elementary School Parking Lot, the Līhu‘e Civic Center, and lastly at the Kaua‘i War Memorial Convention Hall.
During the road closure, Route 70 Līhu‘e Shuttle will not service stops along Rice Street, and riders are directed to utilize the bus stops on Eiwa Street.
For more information on the Rice Street Block Party, visit www.ricestreetblockparty.com.
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, contact the Planning Department at 808-241-4050 as soon as possible. Requests made as early as possible will allow adequate time to fulfill your request. Upon request, this notice is available in alternate formats such as large print, Braille, or electronic copy.

2026 Eo e Emalani
2026-11-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Kokee State Park, Koke'e, HI, 96716, United States
The 38th Annual Emalani Festival takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Kōke‘e, Kaua‘i, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Tents featuring lei-making, exhibits, and food will surround the performance and seating area, creating an immersive cultural experience. Hawaiian music begins at 9:00 AM, setting the stage for the day’s festivities.
At the heart of the festival is the arrival of Queen Emma, her attendant, and her guide, Kaluahi, on horseback at 10:00 AM. Protocol ceremonies will pay homage to the Queen, with performances dedicated to her throughout the day. In a special moment, the Queen may offer a dance of her own. Sponsors and guests are invited to witness this historical event, authentic Hawaiian protocol, and genuine Hawaiian cuisine.
The event remains free to attend, but VIP packages will be available on the Eō e Emalani website https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=23479. VIP tickets are designed to encourage attendees to use the shuttle service, reducing traffic, parking congestion, and the overall carbon footprint in Kōke‘e.
VIP Tickets Include:

Shuttle service from Kekaha Neighborhood Center (Park and Ride)
VIP covered seating (bench seating under cover, fronting the performance area)
VIP meal (catered by Hālau Ka Pā Hula O Hinano)
Festival shirt

Supported by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority through the Community Enrichment Program.

Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
2026-11-26 06:00 - 09:00 | Ocean Course Hokuala, 3351 Ho'Olaulea Way, Lihue, HI, 96766
5K Turkey Trot
Get a healthy start while supporting the community… sounds like winner winner turkey dinner. Early morning sunrise stroll or run with peaceful and breath taking views of the ocean. A fun family friendly run, walk, or trot on the beautiful Hōkūala grounds.
Location: 3325 Holokawelu Way Lihue, HI 96766
6:00 am Check-in
6:45 am Group Warm-Up *optional*
7:00 am Start – Group#1 Runners
7:03 am Start – Group#2 Trotters
7:05 am Start – Group #3 Walkers
This is not a timed event.
$40.00 – 5K Turkey Trot (run/trot/walk)
$10 late fee for day of walk-in
Registration includes one entry to giveaway + small makana (tbd)

Lights On Rice Parade
2026-12-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Lihue, Rice Street, Lihue, 96766
LĪHU‘E – The highly anticipated Lights on Rice Parade will take place on Friday, December 4, 2026, starting at 6:30 p.m. in Līhu‘e. The parade will begin at Vidinha Stadium, travel down Ho‘olako and Rice Streets, and conclude at the Historic County Building on ‘Eiwa Street.
To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, the Kaua‘i Police Department will close all streets along the parade route from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., or until the parade has concluded. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and expect traffic delays in the area.
Road Closures:

Ho‘olako Street (Vidinha Stadium to Rice Street)
Rice Street (Ho‘olako Street to Eiwa Street)
‘Eiwa Street (Rice Street to Hardy Street)

Parking and Transit Updates:

No parking will be allowed along the parade route beginning at 5:00 p.m. on December 6.
Parking restrictions will also be in effect at the Historic County Building and nearby state office parking lots from 4:30 p.m. to midnight to accommodate parade floats.
The bus stop on ‘Eiwa Street will be temporarily relocated to Hardy Street, with all bus routes servicing the Hardy/‘Eiwa intersection from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The Route 70 Līhu‘e Shuttle will not operate on Rice Street during the parade.

Additionally, the annual Christmas Craft Fair at the Kaua‘i Museum will also be taking place on the same day. For the safety of pedestrians and vendors and to accommodate the craft fair, a portion of the Līhu‘e Civic Center parking lot will be closed to access through the ‘Eiwa Street entrance from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Event organizers will provide updates should severe weather conditions affect the parade on December 6. For more information on the Lights on Rice Parade, visit lightsonrice.org.
