Kauaʻi Connect

Kauai Island Crafters Fair
2025-11-29 08:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-06 08:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kauai Veterans Center, 3215 Kapule Hwy, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
🎄✨ Holiday Cheer is Here with the 🌺 Kauai Island Crafters Fair! 🌺
Celebrate the season with aloha and artistry at the Kauai Island Crafters Fair—a beloved tradition for over 15 years! As the holidays approach, there’s no better time to experience the magic of Kauai’s handmade treasures and support the talented local artisans who bring island dreams to life.
🎁 Step into a festive wonderland filled with one-of-a-kind gifts, handmade with heart. Whether you’re looking for that perfect holiday present, a keepsake from your vacation, or a little something to treat yourself—you’ll find it here!
✨ Holiday Highlights:
• 🎨 Locally Made with Aloha: Discover beautiful handmade items—jewelry, artwork, home décor, fashion, sewn goods & more!
• 🤝 Meet the Makers: Connect with the incredible artists and hear the stories behind their creations.
• 🌈 Support Local: Every purchase helps a small Kauai business thrive and keeps the spirit of the island alive!
📍 Indoor event with easy outdoor parking—come rain or shine!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring your family and friends and enjoy the joyful vibes, warm community, and creative energy all in one place!
📣 Vendors: Want to join the fun? Email kauaiislandcraftersfair@gmail.com for details!
🎅 Spread the cheer—tag your crew and follow us @kauaiislandcraftersfair for event updates and sneak peeks!
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Mele Mākeke
2025-11-29 11:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-30 11:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-05 11:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-06 11:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-07 11:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-12 11:00 - 20:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kukui Grove Shopping Center, Lihue, United States
Join us this holiday season at Mele Mākeke in the former Macy’s Mens building for a new Hawaii marketplace of local and visiting vendors, just for Kaua’i!
Shop local with Kaua’i local vendors and visiting Hawaii vendors – with new pop-in vendors each week. A wonderful opportunity to discover new gifts this year while supporting our community.
The marketplace is open:
Fri. Nov. 28, 11 am to 8 pm
Sat. Nov. 29 to Sun. Nov. 30, 11 am to 6 pm
Fri. Dec. 5, 11 am to 8 pm
Sat. Dec. 6 to Sun. Dec. 7, 11 am to 6 pm
Fri. Dec. 12, 11 am to 8 pm
Sat. Dec. 13 to Sun. Dec. 14, 11 am to 6 pm
Thu. Dec. 18 to Fri. Dec. 19, 11 am to 8 pm
Sat. Dec. 20 to Sun. Dec. 21, 11 am to 6 pm
Mon., Dec. 22 to Tue. Dec. 23, 11 am to 6 pm
Wed., Dec. 24, 11 am to 4 pm
Regular Vendors include:
‘Alohilanikinimea
‘Aina Organics
Aloha Edible Souvenirs
Aloha Lemonade
Alohi Lane Designs Hawaii
Celina’s Closet
Hapa House
EHA Culture
Heart to Pieces
High Vizion
Homestead Leis & Crafts
Just Jord
Kaua’i Kine Snacks
Kepola Co.
Kiara’s Western Belts
Kiyomi’s Sweet treats
Korey’s Kreations
Lei Love Boutique
Little Pea in the Pod
Lovelea LLC
Lovellysea
Lovely Charms by Kay
Luxi Kauai X Warrior Clothing
Made by Malia
Mailani Hawaii
Mauahi Designs
Mehamei
Nyla + Co.
Riman
Shiprek Hawaii
Sisters Goodies
Sugar Skull
Sumiko’s
Tsuka’s Charm Catchers
Wahine Kai Jewelry
Whip It Lures

Small Business Saturday Market
2025-11-29 15:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Support local on Small Business Saturday with Hawai’i-made vendors, holiday shopping specials, live music, festive keiki crafts, and a magical visit with Santa from 4pm-6pm in The Palm Court – complete with a snowy surprise! Kick off the season with the whole ‘ohana!
Visit with Santa
Santa will be available for visits in the Palm Court from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A minimum donation of 5 canned goods or $10 cash is requested to benefit Kaua‘i Independent Food Bank’s annual Holiday Food Drive. No reservations necessary.
Vendors:

Matt Bruening
Cassandra Rull
Schorr Design
Holly Ka’iakapu
Kaua’i Candle
Kulamanu Designs
White Sands Jewelry
Ili Scrub
Kaua’i Pottery Studio
Obsessed 808
Wai’iti Botanicals
Noe Creations
Rooster Moon
Stargrit
Kaua’i Christies Art
One Drop Resin Works
Facets of Ritual

Visit with Santa
2025-11-29 16:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Palm Court
Visit with Santa
Saturday, November 29th at 4-6pm
Your minimum donation of 5 canned goods or $10 cash will benefit Kaua’i Independent Food Bank’s annual Holiday Food Drive. No reservations necessary.

Kaua’i Hospice 5th Annual Lanterns of Love
2025-12-01 08:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-08 08:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kaua’i Hospice, Pahee Street 4457, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766, United States
Kaua’i Hospice 5th Annual Lanterns of Love
A tribute to our loved ones remembered with light and love
To order your wooden heart(s) and reserve a lantern in memory of your loved one, please visit http://www.kauaihospice.org beginning November 10, 2025 (while supplies last)
LANTERNS WILL BE ILLUMINATED: December 15, 2025 – January 15, 2026
WALKING HOURS: Daily from 6:00pm – 9:00pm
All reserved lanterns will be beautifully designed and placed on the property by Kaua’i Hospice staff.
Please join us as we remember our loved ones at this heartfelt annual community event
For more information, call (808) 245-7277 or visit kauaihospice.org

Kaua’i Hospice – Candlelighting Memorials
2025-12-01 18:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Kapaia Road 4453, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Kaua’i Hospice : Candlelighting Memorials
Kaua’i Hospice invites anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one, regardless of when the death occurred, to attend our annual candle lighting memorial and to light a candle in memory of your loved one.
These events are FREE of charge
Special Mahalo to Matson

IG: @kauaihospice
For more information, call (808) 245-7277 or visit our website

Visit with Santa
2025-12-03 16:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Palm Court
Visit with Santa
Wednesday, December 3rd at 4-6pm
Your minimum donation of 5 canned goods or $10 cash will benefit Kaua’i Independent Food Bank’s annual Holiday Food Drive. No reservations necessary.

Kaua’i Hospice – Candlelighting Memorials
2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hanapepe Hawaiian Congregational Church, 3815 Iona Rd,, Hanapepe, HI, 96716, United States

Comedy Magic Show
2025-12-04 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-11 18:30 - 20:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | The Cabana Bar & Grill, 2290 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756, Koloa, 96756
Thursday Nights starting July 31st-Sptember 4th 2025
Pre-show Pupu’s & Cocktails 630pm-7pm
Show 7-815pm
For two decades Steve Spill & Bozena starred in Santa Monica’s Magicopolis Show, doing 200 live comedy magic shows per year for theater crowds, families, and visiting globetrotters, and were loved by dozens of celebrities such as Neil Patrick Harris, Adam Sandler, Sting, Howie Mandel, Chris Rock, Elton John to name a few who repeatedly brought guests to their shows. And now, they have brought themselves and their show to their new permanent home, Kauai.
Adult smart and family friendly, not a kiddie show, best for ages 8 and older.

Kauai Museum Christmas Craft Fair
2025-12-05 09:00 - 20:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kauai Museum, 4428 Rice St, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
The annual Christmas Craft Fair will be held on the Kauai Museum grounds and county parking lot located behind the museum. Enjoy the day with local artisan and ono food from 9:00am to 8:00pm. The festivities will be topped off with the delightful Lights on Rice Parade. Fun for all ages. For more information and or vendor application, email education@kauaimuseum.org.

Kauai Beach Resort Kauai Made Craft Fair Fridays
2025-12-05 15:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Outrigger Kaua’i Beach Resort & Spa, 4331 Kauai Beach Dr., Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
🌺 Kaua‘i Beach Resort Craft FairJoin us every Friday at the beautiful Kaua‘i Beach Resort for our weekly Craft Fair.
Discover unique handmade items, local crafts, jewelry, art, and island-inspired treasures created by talented Kaua‘i artisans. It’s the perfect place to find gifts, keepsakes, or something special just for you—all while supporting our local makers.
🗓️ Every Friday📍 Kaua‘i Beach Resort
Come shop, connect, and experience the creativity of Kaua‘i! 🌴✨

Kanikapila
2025-12-05 18:30 - 20:30 UTC
Celebrate Aloha Friday with live music performances by local Kaua’i bands and artists.

Annual Kauai Made Holly Jolly Holiday Fair
2025-12-06 09:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa, 1571 Poipu Road, Koloa, HI, 96756, United States
Get ready to jingle all the way into the season at the Kaua‘i Made Holly Jolly Holiday Fair! ✨ This merry celebration is bursting with holiday cheer — dazzling décor, lively entertainment, and rows of vendors offering unique gifts and festive treasures. It’s the perfect place to cross off your holiday shopping list while making magical memories with friends and ‘ohana. 🎄🎶
We are proudly featuring only Kaua‘i Made® products, a program showcasing goods created right here on the Garden Isle. From handcrafted art and jewelry to island-inspired treats and specialty items, every Kaua‘i Made® purchase shares the true spirit of aloha while supporting local families, artisans, and businesses. 🌺🎁
So come shop, hang out and listen to some music and celebrate the season — because the Holly Jolly Holiday Fair is where holiday magic meets Kaua‘i pride! ✨

Little Pea’s Holiday Market
2025-12-06 09:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kauai Philippine Cultural Center Puhi, Lihue Next to YMCA, Lihue, 96766
Little Pea’s Holiday Market and Kauai Hospice Fundraiser
Where: Kauai Philippine Cultural Center in Puhi (behind the YMCA Pool)
When: Saturday December 6, 2025
Time: 9am-3pm

We would like to invite everyone to our annual Holiday Market and Kauai Hospice Fundraiser. Join us for a heartwarming day of creativity, community, and compassion. Discover unique handmade crafts, jewelry, fashion, and seasonal gifts designed and created by talented artisans and small businesses. Our Silent Auction and Country Market sales will support the Kauai Hospice in providing care services, comfort, and dignity to patients and families in need.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Event Highlights:
Local Kauai Small Businesses
Raffle prizes
Silent Auction
Country Market
Refreshments and baked goods
Admission: Free entry — donations welcome.
All donations benefit the Kauai Hospice.

Thank you to all of our Participating Vendors:

Kauai Bonsai Club
Malulani Kauai, LLC
RKG Ohana
Sarah’s Cash Stash
Anela + Malie
Elena Camat
Suesue Okada
Templ Brand
Little Pea in the Pod
Made By Malia
T & J Kreations
Scrappy Designs
Aloha Edible Souvenirs & Gifts, LLC
Hokulani Creations
Shiprek Hawaii
Jules From Da Aina
Hawaii Kine Products
Pele Jele & Friends
Crochet808
Celina’s Closet
Keiara’s Delightful Sips
Stan’s Flying Saucers
Kauai Menehune Kitchen
Makuahine.hana
Malama Tingz
Hinali’i
U’i Mau Loa
Noelani Kauai
Aloha Creations by Ams
Saintly Succulents
Sugarcane Stitches
Atria
Desserts before Dindin
Tropical Tipsies
Wailua Sushi
JBBQ Kauai
Baja Chalupas 3 LLC

Mahalo to our Silent Auction Donors:

Island Soap & Candle Works
Captain Andy’s Sailing Adventures
Kauai Chocolate Company, LLC
Koloa Pizza Kitchen
Nā Pali Catamaran
Kipu Ranch Adventures
Royal Sonesta

Mahalo to our Event Set-Up Crew and Volunteers:

Uncle Ricky- Audio and Sounds
Samantha “NT Sammy” Jacinto
Nelson- Parking

Free Oldies Rock and Roll with Dirk Debonaire & the Golden Nuggets Band at Mariachi’s for Kapaa First Saturday
2025-12-06 18:30 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Mariachi’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant, Kuhio Highway 4-1387, Kapaʻa, HI, 96746, United States
The “First Saturday Art Walk” in downtown Old Kapa’a Town is the biggest monthly event on the Island. Dirk Debonaire and the Golden Nuggets play at Mariachi’s every month on each First Saturday Art Walk, with the best in Oldies Rock and Roll (and Funk) dance music and assorted hi-jinx. No cover or minimum, great food, a full bar, and a big dance floor. Come early to grab a table or a seat at the bar, enjoy some great food and drinks, and bring your dancing shoes. Music starts at 6:30 and goes until 9pm.

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR by HO’OHIWAHIWAFAIR
2025-12-07 10:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hilton Garden Inn Kauai at Wailua Bay, 3-5920 Kuhio Hwy,, Kapaa, 96746
AMAZING GIFTS for Everyone on your list!
Wether they have been Naughty or Nice!
Everything you need for your Perfect Gift Giving!
An Abundance of Fabulous Artists, Crafters, Vendors and Foodies will be set up for your Holiday Shopping and Gifting!
FREE HULA SHOW! 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Beautiful Hawaiian Roots! Dancing, Singing, Ukulele and Talking Story!
FREE ENTRY! Hilton Garden Inn 3-5920 Kuhio Hwy Kapaa, HI 96746
See you there! Dec 7, 2025 10:00am to 2:00pm
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! From ALL of Our Crafters and Vendors to YOU and YOURS!
Make this a Special Holiday Season by giving special gifts made and given from the heart!

This is a Rain or Sunshine Event!

Holiday Hula Celebration 2025
2025-12-07 15:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy Street, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Kamanawa Foundation presents Na Hula O Kaohikukapulani’s annual Holiday Hula Celebration 2025. Under the direction of Kumu Hula Kapu Kinimaka-Alquiza, the dancers and musicians of Na Kapu Mele will offer a variety of music and dance from Kahiko (traditional style) to Auana (contemporary styling) to joyful holiday tunes. There will be a craft fair, food sale, starting at 3:00pm-8:00pm, door prizes, and a lucky drawing for a Las Vegas Trip for 2! Tickets can be purchased in advance from our current students for $40 presale or will be available at the door for $45. Please contact Devi for tickets and more information at (808) 482-0671.

Puppy Hour with Kauai Humane Society at Hale Lihue
2025-12-09 11:00 - 13:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hale Lihue, 4286 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Join us at Hale Lihue for our fundraiser and Puppy Hour for Kauai Humane Society. Every 2nd Tuesdays of the month, meet the most adorable puppies that are available for adoption, support Ha Coffee, and donate to support our islandʻs only animal shelter.

Kaua’i Hospice – Candlelighting Memorials
2025-12-09 18:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | St. Sylvester Catholic Church, Kolo Road 2390, Kilauea, HI, 96754, United States

Visit with Santa
2025-12-10 16:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Palm Court
Visit with Santa
Wednesday, December 10th at 4-6pm
Your minimum donation of 5 canned goods or $10 cash will benefit Kaua’i Independent Food Bank’s annual Holiday Food Drive. No reservations necessary.

CHRISTMAS FREE HULA & CRAFT SHOW WITH TAMATEA NUI O’ KAUAI
2025-12-11 16:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hilton Garden Inn Kauai at Wailua Bay, 3-5920 Kuhio Hwy,, Kapaa, 96746
Kauai’s finest Christmas Shopping is located at the Hilton Garden Inn at Wailua Bay with many available shopping dates!
Some of the Best Kauai Crafters, Artists and Vendors will be set up with Amazing Gifts for everyone on your list!
Thurday December 11th and 18th from 4-7pm
as well as
Tuesday December 23 from 4-7pm ~ Perfect for Last Minute Shopping
Hula Show will be at 5:30pm on Each Day!
There is no charge for these event dates!
Rain or Shine!
Hilton Garden Inn at Wailua Bay 3-5920 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746

The Nutcracker Ballet
2025-12-12 08:00 - 17:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Kauai Ballet Academy is pleased to present a magical holiday event, “The Nutcracker” featuring the Kaua’i Community College Symphony Orchestra & Wind Symphony. Join Clara and her Nutcracker Prince on their magical journey through a snow-covered forest to the Land of Sweets. Four performances: December 12th 6:30 PM & December 13th 1:30 & 6:30 PM at KCC’s Performing Arts Center. December 18th 7:00 PM at the Historic Waimea Theater. You and your family are sure to enjoy this beloved holiday classic! KBA is excited to host Clara’s Tea Party, a fancy event for all ages December 13th 10:30 AM at KCC’s Fine Arts Auditorium. Tickets for all events will be on sale November 5th. For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit www.kauaiballetacademy.com
