Festivals and Events

Poipu Beach is the center of cultural activity for the South Shore of Kauai, and plays host to many community events. Here you’ll find information on upcoming festivals, demonstrations, workshops, craft fairs, live music, entertainment and special events — all celebrating the Hawaiian culture and the Aloha Spirit.


 

GARDEN ISLE ARTISAN FAIR

GARDEN ISLE ARTISAN FAIR

Over 40 artisans showcase an array of handcrafted products from Kaua'i and Polynesia. Hawaiian music all day and featuring plate lunches, Hawaiian shave ice. Free and open to the public. At Poipu Beach, 9 to 3pm on March 21st, August 15th and October 10th, 2009.  808.245.9021
 

Tahitian Dance Shows

Tahitian Dance Shows

Complimentary Tahitian Dance Reviews every Tuesday and Thursdays at 5pm at Poipu Shopping Village.
 

March 21, 2009
Prince Kuhio Celebration Concert

March 21, 2009
Prince Kuhio Celebration Concert

Hosted by:
The Koloa Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Club,
this concert will be held at
Prince Kuhio Park in Sunny Poipu.
Prices: $25 for Adults, Children 11 years and under are free
Phone: 808-651-6966 or 808-337-1719
Email: 
 

March 22-29, 2009
Prince Kuhio Festival

March 22-29, 2009
Prince Kuhio Festival
  Join us for a week of Native Hawaiian Cultural Activities and Festivities honoring the birthday and birthplace of Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole, one of Hawai`i's most beloved monarchs. Most events are free of charge to the public, with many activities taking place at the Grand Hyatt Kauai' Resort and Spa located in the beautiful, sunny Poi'pu Beach area of Kaua`i. Sponsored in part by the Hawai'i Tourism Authority and Kauai County.

For more information, contact Stella Burgess, Director of Hawaiian culture and community relations, sburgess@hyatt.com, 808.240.6369 or go to our website: http://princekuhio.wetpaint.com.
Phone: 808.240.6369
Url: http://princekuhio.wetpaint.com
 

May 15, 2009
Movies In The Park 2009

May 15, 2009
Movies In The Park 2009

The Rotary Club of Poipu Beach in partnership with the County of Kauai and the Poipu Beach Resort Association Presents:
MOVIES IN THE PARK 2009
Located at Poipu Beach Park, this is a Free event: Drug Free, Alcohol Free and the Movie is free too!
Hungry? Koloa School will run a concession stand as a fundraiser

May 15th Movie: BOLT
Prices: FREE
 

.July 18-26, 2009
Koloa Plantation Days

.July 18-26, 2009
Koloa Plantation Days
A full week of special events and festivities, including entertainment, sporting events, craft fair, block party, rodeo, Hawaiian games, historic walks and videos, and a full day celebration on Saturday at Koloa Ball Park, starting with a theme parade at 10am.
Phone: 808.822.0734
Url: http://www.koloaplantationdays.com
 

.July 29-Aug 1, 2009
Kauai Music Festival

.July 29-Aug 1, 2009
Kauai Music Festival
Best songwriters network with producers and publishers, in forums, workshops, panel discussions and entertainment.
 

.September 6, 2009
The Kauai Marathon 2009

.September 6, 2009
The Kauai Marathon 2009
Sparkling blue water, pristine white sand beaches, lush rainforests. For the first time, all of these features and more will be seen from a runner's eye view during the inaugural Kaua'i Marathon. Kauai's tropical paradise will become the backdrop for this world class event. The Kaua'i Marathon and Half Marathon begin in Sunny Poipu, and follows the contour of the scenic coastline, offering spectacular views of picturesque beaches, mountains and the "Tunnel of Trees." The runners then experience Omao, Lawai and Kalaheo before heading back to sunny Poipu Beach. The courses are USATF and AIMS certified.  Register today or get more information online at www.thekauaimarathon.com.
Whether you run or cheer on the runners, this is a world class event you won't want to miss.
Come for the race. Stay for the paradise.
 

.September 20-26, 2009
4th Annual Mokihana Festival

.September 20-26, 2009
4th Annual Mokihana Festival
This celebration of Hawaiian culture and arts features events across the island, including some special events in the Poipu area, such as Hawaiian music and hula competettions.
Phone: 808.822.2166
Url: http://www.mokihana.kauai.net
 

October 2009
Hawaiiana Festival

October 2009
Hawaiiana Festival

Educational programs, entertainment designed to teach the customs, crafts and spirit of Hawaii's native people. At the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa.
Phone: 808.240.6369
 

October 2009
Malama Ola Festival

October 2009
Malama Ola Festival

A three-day health and wellness event offering numerous lectures and hands-on workshops on health practices that are either traditional among native Hawwaiian cultures, or introduced by other cultures. The workshops and demonstrations cover Hawaiian, Chinese, Japanese, Filipino and Indian health and self-awareness topics such as medication, self-defense, yoga, martial arts and spiritual healing. At the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa.
Phone: 808.240.6369


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