In our first edition of The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook, we listed a calendar of local events for the island. It was a colossal waste of time! Things change so often in Hawaii that we couldn't keep it current. The web fixes that. Don't get me wrong. Some of the events listed below will not occur or will change time or place. That's because decisions about these things are made quite capriciously in the islands, often the day of the event. We'll change this page daily if we have to, but you can't bet your life on the timeliness of these events. Nonetheless, if you're interested in attending a local event, these might be worth checking into.

SEPTEMBER 2010

Tuesdays
The Complete History of America (abridged) a dining and theater package at the Sheraton Kaua'i Resort. 90-minute PG comedy features three actors continuously changing characters and costumes as they present five hundred years of America's history with a rather unique perspective. Three-course meal options with tableside service at 5:30pm in the Shells oceanfront restaurant. Show at 7pm. For information visit or to purchase tickets visit www.OPtheater.com or call (808) 212-8444.

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Kauai Products Fair outdoor crafts fair in northern Kapa'a, 9am–5pm.

Friday Night is Art Night in Hanapepe with the galleries open for browsing between 5pm and 9pm.

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
West Kauai Craft Fair outdoor crafts fair in Waimea on the main Hwy across from the West Kauai Technology & Visitor Center, 9am–4pm.

Fridays & Sundays
Slack Key Guitar Concerts at the Hanalei Community Center. Friday's concerts are from 4-5:30pm. Sunday's concerts are from 3-4:30pm. Tickets are $20 ($15 children & seniors). Call Aloha Plenty at (808) 826-1469.

First Saturday of Each Month
Kauai Museum in Lihue offers free admission as well as rotating exhibits and classes throughout the month. Call the Museum at (808) 245–6931 for additional information.

Second Saturday of Each Month
Second Saturday Hanalei Town different events happen each month, from art nights, to music, to hula, to fashion shows, to movies, to children's theatre. The events are all non-alcohol and community oriented. Many businesses stay open late that night. 4pm-9-pm. Call (808) 634-2074.

September 5
Kauai Marathon and Half Marathon 26.2 miles total, the Kauai Marathon will go through coffee fields on four wheel drive dirt roads. Beautiful mountain and ocean vistas. 6am starting line will be in front of the Poipu Shopping Village on Poipu Beach Road.

OCTOBER 2010

Tuesdays
The Complete History of America (abridged) a dining and theater package at the Sheraton Kaua'i Resort. 90-minute PG comedy features three actors continuously changing characters and costumes as they present five hundred years of America's history with a rather unique perspective. Three-course meal options with tableside service at 5:30pm in the Shells oceanfront restaurant. Show at 7pm. For information visit or to purchase tickets visit www.OPtheater.com or call (808) 212-8444.

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Kauai Products Fair outdoor crafts fair in northern Kapa'a, 9am–5pm.

Friday Night is Art Night in Hanapepe with the galleries open for browsing between 5pm and 9pm.

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
West Kauai Craft Fair outdoor crafts fair in Waimea on the main Hwy across from the West Kauai Technology & Visitor Center, 9am–4pm.

Fridays & Sundays
Slack Key Guitar Concerts at the Hanalei Community Center. Friday's concerts are from 4-5:30pm. Sunday's concerts are from 3-4:30pm. Tickets are $20 ($15 children & seniors). Call Aloha Plenty at (808) 826-1469.

First Saturday of Each Month
Kauai Museum in Lihue offers free admission as well as rotating exhibits and classes throughout the month. Call the Museum at (808) 245–6931 for additional information.

Second Saturday of Each Month
Second Saturday Hanalei Town different events happen each month, from art nights, to music, to hula, to fashion shows, to movies, to children's theatre. The events are all non-alcohol and community oriented. Many businesses stay open late that night. 4pm-9-pm. Call (808) 634-2074.

October 3
14th Annual Coconut Festival highlights the cultural, social, and historical importance of the coconut at Kapa'a Beach Park. Entertainment, cultural displays, cooking demonstrations, and unique coconut foods. Call (808) 651-3273.

October 9
Eo E Emalani I Alaka'i Festival in Koke'e State Park from 10am-3pm. Local Hula Halau and Hula groups from Europe and Japan have also jouneyed to Kauai to participate. Call (808) 335-9975.

October 21-23
Na Lima Hana Festival is a three-day event organized to perpetuate Hawaii’s cultural traditions and health practices located at the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa in Poipu. A multitude of Hawaiian arts, cultural health practices and time-honored traditions in an inter-active learning environment. Hawaiian foods, crafts and entertainment are also included in the line-up of activities. Many of the demonstrations and educational sessions invite attendees to participate as part of a hands-on learning experience. Call (808) 240-6369.

NOVEMBER 2010

Tuesdays
The Complete History of America (abridged) a dining and theater package at the Sheraton Kaua'i Resort. 90-minute PG comedy features three actors continuously changing characters and costumes as they present five hundred years of America's history with a rather unique perspective. Three-course meal options with tableside service at 5:30pm in the Shells oceanfront restaurant. Show at 7pm. For information visit or to purchase tickets visit www.OPtheater.com or call (808) 212-8444.

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Kauai Products Fair outdoor crafts fair in northern Kapa'a, 9am–5pm.

Friday Night is Art Night in Hanapepe with the galleries open for browsing between 5pm and 9pm.

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
West Kauai Craft Fair outdoor crafts fair in Waimea on the main Hwy across from the West Kauai Technology & Visitor Center, 9am–4pm.

Fridays & Sundays
Slack Key Guitar Concerts at the Hanalei Community Center. Friday's concerts are from 4-5:30pm. Sunday's concerts are from 3-4:30pm. Tickets are $20 ($15 children & seniors). Call Aloha Plenty at (808) 826-1469.

First Saturday of Each Month
Kauai Museum in Lihue offers free admission as well as rotating exhibits and classes throughout the month. Call the Museum at (808) 245–6931 for additional information.

Second Saturday of Each Month
Second Saturday Hanalei Town different events happen each month, from art nights, to music, to hula, to fashion shows, to movies, to children's theatre. The events are all non-alcohol and community oriented. Many businesses stay open late that night. 4pm-9-pm. Call (808) 634-2074.

November 12, 13, 14, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28
Hawaii Chldren's Theatre Presents Peter Pan live on stage at Kauai War Memorial Convention Center in Lihu'e. Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm, Sundays at 4pm. Call (808) 246-8985.

November 14
Annual Garden Island Range & Food Festival at Kilohana Luau Pavilion in Lihu'e 11am-3pm. 15 food stations. Range and Farmer Display Stations. All local grown products. Makahiki Games Keiki are invited to participate in these cultural & historical games Entertainment $35.00 per adult/Age 6 thru 12 half price/Free 5 and under. Call (808) 338-0111.

DECEMBER 2010

Tuesdays
The Complete History of America (abridged) a dining and theater package at the Sheraton Kaua'i Resort. 90-minute PG comedy features three actors continuously changing characters and costumes as they present five hundred years of America's history with a rather unique perspective. Three-course meal options with tableside service at 5:30pm in the Shells oceanfront restaurant. Show at 7pm. For information visit or to purchase tickets visit www.OPtheater.com or call (808) 212-8444.

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Kauai Products Fair outdoor crafts fair in northern Kapa'a, 9am–5pm.

Friday Night is Art Night in Hanapepe with the galleries open for browsing between 5pm and 9pm.

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
West Kauai Craft Fair outdoor crafts fair in Waimea on the main Hwy across from the West Kauai Technology & Visitor Center, 9am–4pm.

Fridays & Sundays
Slack Key Guitar Concerts at the Hanalei Community Center. Friday's concerts are from 4-5:30pm. Sunday's concerts are from 3-4:30pm. Tickets are $20 ($15 children & seniors). Call Aloha Plenty at (808) 826-1469.

First Saturday of Each Month
Kauai Museum in Lihue offers free admission as well as rotating exhibits and classes throughout the month. Call the Museum at (808) 245–6931 for additional information.

Second Saturday of Each Month
Second Saturday Hanalei Town different events happen each month, from art nights, to music, to hula, to fashion shows, to movies, to children's theatre. The events are all non-alcohol and community oriented. Many businesses stay open late that night. 4pm-9-pm. Call (808) 634-2074.

December 3-26
Lights on Rice Street parade in Lihue starts around 6:30pm on December 3. Lighted floats and Santa is on hand for the keiki. Visit the display and Santa at the county building on Rice Street every Fri-Sun from 6pm-8pm. Call (808) 639-8564.

December 18
Waimea Lighted Christmas Parade begins at 6pm in Waimea town continues along Kaumualii Highway, and ends at Hofgaard Park with entertaiment. A brilliant wonderland of color and light. Come early. Call (808) 338-1332.