Honolulu Museum of Art Remembers David Lynch
HoMA celebrates the life the late, great filmmaker David Lynch through eight features and a collection of six shorts directed by Lynch, as well as the 2016 documentary, “David Lynch: The Art of Life,” April 3-27. View films such as “Eraserhead,” “Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me,” “Wild at Heart,” and others. Film schedule and tickets.
James Mane at Blue Note Hawaii
Known as the first Samoan to do stand-up comedy on American television, James Mane has performed across the country, cohosts podcasts and has worked in numerous shows. He performs one show only, 6:30 p.m. April 3. Tickets.
Chris Pontius & Friends
Romer House Waikīkī presents its monthly “House Comedy” featuring Chris Pontius & Friends with Rachel Wolfson and Mike Garcia, 7 p.m. April 3 and 7 and 9 p.m. April 4. Pontius is best known for his reality series, “Jackass,” and is the cohost/co-creator of the extreme nature/comedy series, “Wildboyz.” He’ll be joined by Los Angeles-based comedian Wolfson and North Shore “laugh legend,” Garcia. Tickets.
Aloha Elixir’s 10th Anniversary Night Market & Psychic & Wellness Fair
Founded by Keoki Tavares, Aloha Elixir is a locally handcrafted line of luxury apothecary products made on Oahu. The public is invited to two events celebrating the company’s 10th anniversary: a festive night market featuring local artisans and crafters, intention-setting and more, 4-9 p.m. April 4, and a Psychic & Wellness Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 6 offering psychic readings, aura photography, energy healing and other holistic experiences. Both events take place at 1126 12th Avenue, Suite 105.
First Friday at Capitol Modern
Enjoy live music with Brighter Side of Sol and Jungle Ferns, plus Art+Flea urban market, food and drink vendors, and more, 5-9 p.m. April 4. Free and open to all ages.
3rd Annual Irasshai: Eat, Drink, Kanpai!
Enjoy street food-inspired tasty bites, beverages and local entertainment in support of the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii at their biggest fundraiser of the year, 6-9 p.m. April 4. Tickets.
Marlon Wayans: Wild Child Tour
A big name in the entertainment industry, Marlon Wayans brings his Wild Child Tour to the Blue Note Hawaii stage for four performances, 6:30 and 9 p.m. April 4-5. Tickets.
7th Annual Grand Lānai Restaurant Week at International Market Place
Food lovers will have the opportunity to indulge in exclusive limited-time menus and special culinary creations from participating restaurants in this annual event, April 4-13. Experience prix fixe menus, globally inspired menus and live entertainment at Crackin’ Kitchen, Eating House 1849, Herringbone Waikiki, Liliha Bakery, Moani Waikiki Bistro & Bar, Shorefyre, Skybox Taphouse and StripSteak Waikiki, as well as at Kuhio Avenue Food Hall. On April 8, keiki under 12 eat free with the purchase of two adult entrees at select restaurants.
Easter at International Market Place
Celebrate Easter through photos with the Easter Bunny, April 4-19, as well as make your reservations for Easter Brunch on April 19-20 offered at Eating House 1849, Herringbone, Liliha Bakery and Shorefyre. Reserve a time for photos.
Denim in Bloom at Ka Makana Aliʻi
Bring your gently used, worn-out and outdated denim to divert it from the landfill and “bloom” them into new life by donating them to Dress for Success, April 4-22 (Earth Day). Place your denim pieces in the Recycle Denim donation boxes located at participating stores and possibly receive a discount on a purchase.
The Wahiawa Pineapple Run starts things off at 7 a.m. followed by food and retail vendors, craft fair, bounce houses, talent show, live music, a Pineapple Dessert Bake Off, Paper Plane Contest, Chee Hoo Contest and lots more, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. April 5. Bring the family for a day of fun at Kaala Elementary School at 130 California Avenue.
Inaugural Coca-Cola Bottling of Hawaii Truck Pull & Spring Fest
Cheer on over 20 teams as they attempt to pull a 40,000-pound Coca-Cola truck 30 feet in the fastest time to benefit Special Olympics Hawaii, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 5. In addition, families can enjoy the Spring Fest featuring food, family activities, live entertainment, first responder vehicle displays and local crafts and products. Head to the Ka Makana Aliʻi parking lot between California Pizza Kitchen and ʻŌlino Theater.
Book Signing at Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Hawaii-based author, filmmaker and historian Stacey Hayashi will have a book signing alongside two World War II veterans in celebration of National “Go for Broke” Day, 10 a.m.-noon April 5. Meet Hayashi, who will be signing her graphic novel about WWII’s Nisei soldiers, “Journey of Heroes: The Story of the 100th Infantry Battalion and 442nd Regimental Combat Team,” and her latest children’s book, “The Story of Lucy: Mascot of the 442nd RCT Medics,” based on the true story of Lucy, a dog who comforted and provided companionship to soldiers on the European front. Visitors can also speak with veterans Dr. Takashi Manago, 102, and Bob Lee, 104, about their experiences during WWII. Event is free and open to the public.
2nd Annual Hoʻoulu Heʻeia at Windward Mall
Celebrate Native Hawaiian Plant Month at this event supported by Kamehameha Schools highlighting Hawaii’s native plants and their importance to our community, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 5. Bring the family to enjoy educational activities for keiki, music and entertainment for all ages, informative booths sharing the environmental and cultural significance of native plants, and a marketplace.
HSO - 24/25 Hapa Symphony featuring Taimane
Award-winning ʻukulele virtuoso, songwriter and producer Taimane joins the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra performing everything from one-of-a-kind mashups of Led Zeppelin and Beethoven to Andrew Lloyd Webber at Hawaii Theatre, 7:30 p.m. April 5. Tickets.
HSO - 24/25 Masterworks - HSO Spotlight
Music director Dane Lam showcases the artistry of Concertmaster Iggy Jang in Vaughn Williams’ “The Lark Ascending,” and Principle Horn Anna Lenhart in Strauss’ “First Horn Concerto” at Hawaii Theatre, 4 p.m. April 6. Tickets.
“Parade” at Manoa Valley Theatre
Director Alex Munro brings the book by Alfred Uhry to Manoa in several performances, through April 6. Described as “poignant and powerful,” the Tony Award-winning musical with music directed by Jenny Shiroma and choreography by David Weaver tells the true story of the infamous Leo Frank trial as a community grapples with the aftermath of a tragic crime. Tickets.
Improv Superette featuring Ryan “Oki” Naka
Get ready for a hilarious night of comedy with “Plays about life in Hawaii. Plays by Hawaii playwrights. Plays for people of Hawaii” at Kumu Kahua Theatre, 7-9 p.m. April 6. Tickets.
Film Screening: “Nā Wāhine Buda Kiakahi - The Legacy of Hawaiian Women Buddhists”
The public is invited to a special premiere film screening of the film presenting Mary Mikahala Robinson Foster and featuring Nola Nahulu, Puanani Burgess, Norma Wong and Manu Aluli Meyer with George Tanabe and Joshlyn Sand at Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin, 1727 Pali Highway. Two screenings: 6-7:15 p.m. April 9 and 10:30-11:30 a.m. April 12. Q&A with videographer/director Eleni Gill Avendano and others will follow each screening. Free.
Jake Shimabukuro at Blue Note Hawaii
ʻUkulele extraordinaire Jake Shimabukuro performs jazz, rock, blues, bluegrass, folk, even classical, in four performances, 6 and 8:30 p.m. April 9-10. Tickets.
Kapa Demonstrations at Sea Life Park Hawaii
Native Hawaiian kapa practitioner Kumu Page Chang of Pūkoʻa Studios provides hands-on demonstrations honoring the traditional Hawaiian practice of kapa-making basics, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. April 10, May 22, June 1 and 19. The process begins with stripping and pounding the inner bark of the wauke (paper mulberry) tree and participants will get to take home their finished kapa. Free with paid park admission.
16th Annual Art at the Capitol
The public is invited to the annual Hawaii State Legislature event to view artwork from the Art in Public Places Collection and enjoy live performances at the Hawaii State Capitol, 4-7:30 p.m. April 11. This year’s theme is “Kālena, the Talent of Hawaiʻi,” with opening remarks at 4 p.m., performances at three locations at 4:25 p.m., self-guided tours from 6-6:30 p.m., and a Legislative Talent Show in the Auditorium, Chamber Level from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Andre Kim
The Blue Note Comedy Series presents comedian Andre Kim, 7 p.m. April 11. Tickets.
Hawaii Opera Theatre presents “Carmen”
Enjoy a staged concert, “Carmen,” performed by our own Hawaii Opera Theatre at the Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. April 11 and 4 p.m. April 13. Tickets.
Kūkaʻōʻō Heiau and the Landscape of Ancient Oahu
Manoa Heritage Center hosts the first of a new “Manoa Through Time” tours featuring guest speaker archaeologist and historian Ena Sroat as she shares the cultural and geographical landscape of Kūkaʻōʻō Heiau through storytelling, 9-11 a.m. April 12. $60/person includes refreshments. Limited to 12. Register.
JCCH Craft & Collectibles Fair
Find unique Japanese and Japanese-inspired items sold by local small businesses at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. April 12. Meet artist Kaelyn Sachiko Okuhata aka Art by Sachiko and visit the JCCH Gift Shop and Gallery.
Oahu Civic Orchestra Spring Concert
The public is invited to a free concert performed by the 65-piece Oahu Civic Orchestra featuring music by Balmages ((Up)Lifted), Tchaikovsky (Marche Slav), Dvorak (Symphony No. 9, From the New World II. Largo and IV. Allegro con fuoco), and Schonberg (arr. Lowden), plus selections from “Les Miserables.” Concert takes place at McKinley High School Auditorium, 4 p.m. April 13. Free admission. Information: oahucivicorchestra@gmail.com or 808-342-0610.
“Whispers of Waikīkī: Forgotten Stories of History and Mystery” by Lopaka Kapanui
Native Hawaiian master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui shares stories of intrigue, mystery and cultural significance of Oahu’s visitor mecca at Waikīkī Beach Marriot Resort & Spa, 5-6 p.m. April 13. Storytelling is free and takes place in the Queen’s Parlor.
“Into the Subconscious Mind” - Magic and Mentalism with magician Matthew Singer
Hawaii’s own world-class magician Matthew Singer presents just two opportunities for audiences to enjoy an intimate evening of magic and mentalism at Kumu Kahua Theatre, 7:30 p.m. April 13. Tickets.
Kumu Kahua Theatre presents “The Magic of Polly Amnesia”
Writer and director Tony Pisculli shares the story of Polly — orphan, magician and punk — as she takes to the stage for a one-woman magic show in which she attempts to sort hope from delusion and true magic from trickery in order to solve the mystery of her own identity and the family that abandoned her. However, during the performance, something goes terribly wrong. The play runs through April 27. Use code “magic” at checkout online or at the box office for additional savings. Tickets online or call the box office, 808-536-4441.
Hawaiʻi Triennial 2025
The state’s largest exhibition of contemporary art created by 49 artists and art collectives invites the public to experience ALOHA NŌ at various locations on Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island, through May 4. Visit the website for a full schedule of events on three islands.
Exhibition: “Healing Nature: Contemporary Art of Mongolia”
View the works of 12 Mongolian artists inspired by traditional practices and spiritual connections with nature at the East-Center Gallery, through May 4. Works include calligraphy, ink on paper, mixed media, paintings, photography, sculptures, textiles and video art.
