Photo: Courtesy of Ko Olina Resort
Olina Westside celebration
Saturday February 28, from 4 to 9 p.m
In honor of the closing of the Makahiki season, you are invited to this first celebration hosted by Ko Olina Resort and the Hawaiian Council. Hear live Kapena, ‘Uhe’uhene and Ekolu music, watch Hālau Hula ‘O Hokulani dance performances, play Makahiki games, participate in cultural activities including kōnane, kāpala stamping, coconut frond weaving and milk making, and retail shops and food vendors.
Family Friendly, Free Admission, $10 Cash Parking, Kekai Pl., Ko Olina, koolina.com, @koolinaresort
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Photos: courtesy of Mālama Maunalua
Eat the Invaders Community Event & Fish Fry
Sunday March 1, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m
This weekend, you can help reduce the number of invasive reef fish in Maunalua Bay by eating them. Join non-profit organization Mālama Maunalua for tastings of ta’ape and to’au cooked by Chef Hui and local I’a, gyotaku fish printing, fish cleaning demonstrations and educational booths. There will also coincidentally be a fishing tournament that has already reached registration capacity.
Family Friendly, Free Admission, Kuli’ou’ou Beach Park, 100 Bay St., Hawai’i Kai, malamamunalua.org, @malamamunalua
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Bruno Mars lookalike contest
Friday February 27, 8 p.m
Honolulu native Bruno Mars’ new album, The romanticcome down this friday If you’re looking for a place to celebrate your favorite pop star, pop into The Lei Stand for a Bruno Mars lookalike contest with a $500 gift card prize, a live DJ, themed cocktails and food.
Ages 21+, no cover, The Lei Stand at Romer House Waikīkī, 415 Nāhua St., Waikīkī, romerhotels.com, @theleistand
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Photo: Courtesy of the Hawaii Black Chamber of Commerce
Black History Month Culture and Business Expo
Saturday, February 28, from 2 to 7 p.m
Celebrate the vibrant contributions of Hawai’i’s black community at this event hosted by the Hawaii Black Chamber of Commerce. Connect with small businesses and artists, shop the market, meet professional service representatives, enjoy food trucks and feel the beat of live entertainment. This year there will also be a Keiki Corner with young entrepreneurs selling their products, as well as hands-on activities.
Family-friendly, $5 advance online, $10 at the door, free for children 13 and under, Kapolei Heritage Center, 91-1270 Kinoiki St., Kapolei, hiblkchamber.org, @hiblkchamber
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Explore Asia Fest
Saturday, February 28, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m
This inaugural festival celebrates the Lunar New Year and Hawaii’s unique fusion of Asian cultures. Snack from food stand to food stand, shop craft vendors, find your favorite collectibles, watch a K-pop performance, meet the Narcissus Queens, join a cosplay costume contest, and visit the Keiki Zone.
Family-friendly, free admission, Pālama Settlement, 810 Vineyard Blvd., Kalihi, pacificexpos.com, @pacificexposhawaii
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Laura Dornbush is a regular contributor to HONOLULU Magazine. @ldornbush
