FRIDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Johnny Shot Band
Laverne’s Sports Bar/6:30-10 PM
This band offers an electrifying mix of high-energy rock & roll, R&B and popular dance music.
More info: johnnyshot.com
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George Wit
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-5 PM
George Wit performs at this ocean side venue.
More info: 329-1493
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Bolo
Huggo’s On the Rocks/6-8 PM
Bolo performs, featuring Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
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Larry Dupio Band
Huggo’s on the Rocks/8:30-11 PM
The Larry Dupio Band takes the stage.
More info: 329-1493
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Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band
Kona Inn Shopping Village/7-9 PM
Come check out the Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band in Kailua Village.
More info: 322-6604
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Bula Akamu and Mati Laino with Keiki Hula
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Bula Akamu and Mati Laino take the stage with Keiki Hula.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
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SOUTH KOHALA
Simple Souls
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6:30-10 PM
This small group offers a powerful sound whether it’s rock, pop or reggae .
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
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Sean Robbins
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Sean Robbins, a slack key guitarist and falsetto rising star, takes the stage to share his haku mele compositions.
More info: 887-7368
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Ken Lara
Luana Lounge/7-9 PM
Ken Lara performs guitar at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
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Victoria Prince
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Victoria Prince performs at this South Kohala venue overlooking Anaehoomalu Bay.
More info: 769-5282
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Ninodem with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9/9:30 PM
Enjoy the sounds of Ninodem featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
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Lee Stewart
The Paniolo Country Inn/5-8 PM
Jazz pianist and vocalist Lee Stewart will take the stage for a weekly performance at the Waimea Inn.
More info: 885-4377
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Keiki hula
Kings’ Shops/6-7 PM
Keiki (children) take center stage at Kings’ Shop’ for a free hula performance.
More info: 886-8811
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Pomai Brown
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage with hula by Kauiki from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
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Dagan Bernstein and the Resentments
Big Island Brewhaus/6 PM
Dagan Bernstein and the Resentments take the stage at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
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SATURDAY
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY
KAILUA-KONA
Kailua-Kona Independence Day Parade and Fireworks
Kailua-Kona/6 PM
The 20th annual Kailua-Kona Independnce Day Parade gets underway at 6 p.m. from Kekuaokalani Gym to Walua Road, via Alii Drive. Following the parade, there will be a Fireworks Extravaganza over Kailua Bay.
More info: www.paradesinkona.com
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Leche de Tigre to celebrate Fourth of July
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./7 PM
Leche de Tigre, featuring special guest Rub Yanna Moon, will take the stage in Kailua-Kona to celebrate the Fourth of July. The free July 4 concert gets underway at 7 p.m. at the venue located off Alii Drive in Kailua-Kona. It is a benefit for VASH Hawaii Island.
More info: Karen at VASH 756-0392
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Ponchoman Kuanoni
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./9 AM-noon
Enjoy the ukulele melodies of Ponchoman Kuanoni while looking out over Kailua Bay.
More info: 990-4589
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Small Kine Action
Bongo Ben’s Cafe/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy the island groove of Small Kine Action at this Alii Drive venue.
More info: 329-9203
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Mati Laino
Huggo’s On the Rocks/3-5 PM
Mati Laino performs.
More info: 329-1493
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Bolo
Huggo’s On the Rocks/6-8 PM
Bolo performs, featuring Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
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Tomi Isobe
Huggo’s On The Rocks/8:30-11 PM
Tomi Isobe plays at this Kailua-Kona venue.
More info: 329-1493
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Kohala
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Kohala takes the stage at this Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
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Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band
Kona Inn Shopping Village/7-9 PM
Check out the Bosco: The Amazing One Man Band in Kailua Village.
More info: 322-6604
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Lee Stewart
Amici’s Italian Restaurant/5-8 PM
Jazz pianist and vocalist Lee Stewart takes the stage.
More info: 322-9582
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SOUTH KOHALA
Tropical Vibrations
Kings’ Shops/2 PM
Tropical Vibrations takes the stage during the annual Great Waikoloa Rubber Duckie Race.
More info: 886-8811
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Tropical Vibrations
Kings’ Shops/3:30 PM
Tropical Vibrations takes the stage during the annual Great Waikoloa Rubber Duckie Race.
More info: 886-8811
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Fireworks show
Waikoloa Bowl/8 PM
Fourth of July Fireworks in Waikoloa.
More info: 886-8811
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Dam Str8
Queens’ MarketPlace/11 AM
Dam Str8 plays contemporary Hawaiian to pop, classic rock and originals, to smooth harmonies and smoking guitars. Part of Family Fourth at the Waikoloa venue; all proceeds benefit United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii.
More info: 886-8822
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Salsa Latinos
Queens’ MarketPlace/12 PM
This authentic five-piece salsa band plays all types of Latin and Hispanic music. Part of Family Fourth at the Waikoloa venue; all proceeds benefit United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii.
More info: 886-8822
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Tomi Isobe Blues Band
Queens’ MarketPlace/2 PM
The Tomi Isobe Blues Band takes the stage. Part of Family Fourth at the Waikoloa venue; all proceeds benefit United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii.
More info: 886-8822
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The Projects
Queens’ MarketPlace/3 PM
The Projects takes the stage. Part of Family Fourth at the Waikoloa venue; all proceeds benefit United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii.
More info: 886-8822
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Lorenzo’s Army
Queens’ MarketPlace/4 PM
This group brings together a collection of talented musicians playing a wide range of high energy, pop, and funk with stellar vocal harmonies. Part of Family Fourth at the Waikoloa venue; all proceeds benefit United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii.
More info: 886-8822
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Mystik Rhythmz
Queens’ MarketPlace/5 PM
Mystik Rhythmz takes the stage. Part of Family Fourth at the Waikoloa venue; all proceeds benefit United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii.
More info: 886-8822
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Beyond Paradise
Waikoloa Bowl at Queens’ Gardens /5 PM
Beyond Paradise performs. Part of Family Fourth at the Waikoloa venue; all proceeds benefit United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii.
More info: 886-8822
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Johnny Shot
Waikoloa Bowl at Queens’ Gardens /5 PM
Johnny shot performs. Part of Family Fourth at the Waikoloa venue; all proceeds benefit United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii.
More info: 886-8822
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Full Circle
Queens’ MarketPlace/8:30 PM
Full Circle performs. Part of Family Fourth at the Waikoloa venue; all proceeds benefit United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii.
More info: 886-8822
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Dam Str8
The Bay Club Waikoloa/4-5:30 PM
Dam Str8 plays contemporary Hawaiian to pop, classic rock and originals, to smooth harmonies and smoking guitars.
More info: N/A
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Dam Str8
Tropics Alehouse/8-11 PM
Dam Str8 plays contemporary Hawaiian to pop, classic rock and originals, to smooth harmonies and smoking guitars at this Waikoloa Village venue.
More info: N/A
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Walter Ward
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Guitarist Walter Ward performs at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill with hula by Tani from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
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53rd annual Parker Ranch Annual July 4th Horseraces & Rodeo
Parker Ranch/9 AM-Noon
Big Island ranchers participate in fast-paced horseraces and rodeo events at the Waimea venue. Tickets are $10 for adults; keiki 12 and younger free.
More info: www.parkerranch.com
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Turtle Independence Day
Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows/10:30 AM-12 PM
Since 1989, Mauna Lani has received juvenile honu from Oahu’s Sea Life Park, and has raised them in the saltwater ponds of the hotel. On Saturday, they will be released.
More info: www.maunalani.comz
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CJ Conklin
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
CJ Conklin performs fronting Anaehoomalu Bay.
More info: 769-5282
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Pomai Nephi Brown
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Enjoy a performance by Pomai Nephi Brown, featuring Hula Pua.
More info: 769-5282
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Big Rock
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6:30-10 PM
Designed to make you boogie, this band plays some mean class rock, blues and Latin.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
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Sean Robbins
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Sean Robbins, a slack key guitarist and falsetto rising star, takes the stage to share his haku mele compositions.
More info: 887-7368
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RJ
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
RJ performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
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Kohala Hongwanji Mission Obon Festivities
Kohala Hongwanji, Kapaau/5 PM
Kohala Hongwanji Mission invites the public to its annual Obon Festival held in remembrance of ancestors and late loved ones. A short service will be held at the cemetery (just before Keokea Beach) at 5 p.m., followed by Obon service held at the Kohala Hongwaji Temple (Halaula) at 6 p.m. The Bon dance will follow the service. Ono concession including chili, musubi, BBQ sticks, cold drinks, and more will be available for purchase. Feel free to attend dance practices
More info: 756-6957
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NORTH KOHALA
David Link & Friends
Hawi Farmers Market/9-12 PM
David Link & Friends will perform at this farmers market.
More info: N/A
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KA’U
Naalehu Independence Day Parade
Naalehu/12 PM
The parade begins at the Naalehu Elementary School at noon and ends at the Naalehu Hongwanji Mission. After the parade there will be food, kid’s games, and senior bingo. The entire event is free for the whole family.
More info: 929-9872
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SUNDAY
KAILUA-KONA
LT Smooth
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-6 PM
Grammy-nominated LT Smooth performs fronting Kailua Bay.
More info: 329-1493
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LT Smooth & Bruce Collins
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6:30-10 PM
LT Smooth & Bruce Collins team up for guests.
More info: 329-1493
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Dennis Garcia
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./10:30 AM
Dennis Garcia performs at this venue looking out over Kailua Bay.
More info: www.daylightmind.com
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Kuahiwis
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Hawaiian trio from Hilo Kuahiwis takes the stage at this Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
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Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
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‘Opera on the Rocks’
Huggo’s/4-6 PM
Who says opera has to be in an opera house? Why not at Huggo’s in Kona? Tickets to this Hawaii Performing Arts Festival event are $60 and available at www.hawaiiperformingartsfestival.org.
More info: www.hawaiiperformingartsfestival.org
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Ponchoman Kuanoni
Splashers/6-9 PM
Enjoy the ukulele melodies of Ponchoman Kuanoni in downtown Kailua-Kona.
More info: 990-4589
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Sean Wilkinson
Don’s Mai Tai Bar at Royal Kona Resort/5-7 PM
Sean Wilkinson brings his smooth, easy listening jazz sounds. Free admission. =N:E==N:E=||n_2932v2=N:E=||n_2933v2n_1624v1
More info: 930-3286
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SOUTH KOHALA
Gary Washburn
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6-6:45 PM
Gary Washburn takes the stage.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
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Olliephonic Horns Big Band
Blue Dragon Restaurant/7-9 PM
Created by famed LA studio musician Ollie Mitchell, The Olliephonic Horns is “The Big Island’s Little Big Band.” This 13-piece group performs the great tunes from the swing era, plus jazz favorites and original compositions. $10 entertainment fee.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
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CJ Conklin
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
CJ Conklin takes the stage at this venue overlooking Anaehoomalu Bay.
More info: 769-5282
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Brandon Nakano
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9/9:30 PM
Brandon Nakano takes the stage. This performance features hula.
More info: 769-5282
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RJ
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
RJ performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
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Eddie Heaukulani
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Eddie Heaukulani performs. Featuring hula by Hauoli.
More info: 882-5810
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NORTH KOHALA
David Link & Friends
The Kohala Coffee Mill /11-2 PM
David Link & Friends will perform at this Hawi venue.
More info: N/A
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MONDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Bula Akamu Kaleiula
Huggo’s On the Rocks/6-10 PM
Bula Akamu Kaleiula with keiki hula overlooking Kailua Bay.
More info: 329-1493
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Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
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Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Splasher’s Grill/3-6PM
Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band plays solo at this Kailua Village venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
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Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Splasher’s Grill/6-9 PM
Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo at this Kailua Village venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
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George Wit
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Join George Wit for a reggae duo at this Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
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SOUTH KOHALA
Kevin Teves with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9/9:30 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. Featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
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Pomai Brown
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage with hula by Kauiki from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
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Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano.
More info: 887-7368
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Nino
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Nino performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
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TUESDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Paani Pila
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian/contemporary music by trio Paani Pila at this Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
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Kevin Teves with hula
Huggo’s On The Rocks/5-9 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs with hula by Hula Ianeki.
More info: 329-1493
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Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo Sunday through Thursday nights overlooking Kamakahonu Bay.
More info: 331-6388
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Halau Na Kupuna o Kona Alii
Kona Coast Shopping Center/ 10:30 AM-noon
Enjoy a free hula performance by Halau Na Kupuna o Kona Alii.
More info: krystal@colliershawaii.com
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SOUTH KOHALA
John Keawe
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Grammy and multiple Na Hoku Hanohano award-winning slack key guitarist, composer and recording artist John Keawe takes the stage.
More info: 886-8811
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Pomai Nephi Brown
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9/9:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage with hula.
More info: 769-5282
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Marcus Wong Yuen
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Marcus Wong Yuen takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill. Featuring hula by Hauoli from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
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Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano.
More info: 887-7368
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Nino
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Nino performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
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WEDNESDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Metropolitan Opera Live in HD: LaTraviata
Makalapua Stadium Cinemas/7 PMVerdi’s masterpiece LaTraviata about Violetta, the courtesan who finds true love, stars Natalie Dessay who made her Met debut in the role in 2010. The production is an Encore presentation of the HD broadcast that was transmitted to Kona in April 2012.
More info: 329-7133
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Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo.
More info: 331-6388
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Lee Stewart
Amici’s Italian Restaurant/5-8 PM
Jazz pianist and vocalist Lee Stewart will take the stage for a twice-weekly performance at Amici’s in Kailua-Kona.
More info: 322-9582
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Bula Akamu Kaleiula
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6-10 PM
Bula Akamu Kaleiula performs. Featuring keiki hula.
More info: 329-1493
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LT Smooth
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy LT Smooth at this Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
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Bolo
Kona Sunset Farmers Market/2:30-5:30 PM
Come hear the 2015 nominee for the Na Hoku Hanohano Award for the best instrumental album of the year! Bolo plays his incredible fusion slack-key guitar at the weekly Kona Sunset Farmers Market at Kmart.
More info: https://www.facebook.com/konasunsetmarket
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SOUTH KOHALA
Pomai Brown
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill overlooking the Kohala Coast with hula by Kauiki from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
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Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano. More info: 887-7368
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Nino
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Nino performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
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Tomi Isobe
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9/9:30 PM
Tomi Isobe performs; featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
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Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Mauna Lani/8-11 PM
Neil Barnett plays solo at this venue.
More info: www.johnnyshot.com
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Tropical Vibrations
Kings’ Shops/7 PM
Tropical Vibrations performs at the center stage.
More info: 886-8811
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THURSDAY
KAILUA-KONA
Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Come down and enjoy live music with the Greg Shirley Duo.
More info: 331-6388
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Tomi Isobe
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6-10 PM
Tomi Isobe. Featuring Hula Pua.
More info: 329-1493
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Pomai Serenaders
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy music by Hawaiian trio Pomai Serenaders at this Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay venue.
More info: Sheraton.com/dining/rays-on-the-bay-kona/
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Small Kine Action
Bongo Ben’s Cafe/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy the grooves of Small Kine Action.
More info: 329-9203
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Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Splasher’s Grill/3-6PM
Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo at this Kailua Village venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
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John Keawe
Don’s Mai Tai Bar/5-7 PM
John Keawe takes the stage at this Royal Kona Resort venue fronting Kailua Bay.
More info: 930-3286
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Dance Hawaii’s Hot Salsa Nights
Dance Hawaii Ballroom & Island Salsa Club/9-11PM
Salsa Nights are held every Thursday. Cost is $5 per person
More info: 334-0224
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SOUTH KOHALA
Carly Kenison
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6-9:30 PM
Carly Kenison’s music includes covers of songs made famous by her Cruz family members, as well as original compositions.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
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Open Mic Night at Big Island Brewhaus
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9
Open mic night at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
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Kevin Teves with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9/9:30 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. Featuring Hula Ranae.
More info: 769-5282
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Uncle Uke
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Listen to the beautiful sounds by Robert Yates, local musician and author.
More info: 886-8811
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Ken Lara
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Ken Lara performs guitar with hula by Kawai from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
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Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano
More info: 887-7368
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Tommy M.
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Tom M. performs at this Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
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‘Great Performances I’
Davies Chapel (Waimea)/7 PM
Take in the musical artistry of Hawaii Performing Arts Festival’s string and vocal artists in this preview of the summer’s great music. Free; $20 suggested donation.
More info: www.hawaiiperformingartsfestival.org