FRIDAY, MAY 15
FRIDAY, MAY 15
KAILUA-KONA
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
Johnny Shot Band
Laverne’s Sports Bar/6:30-10 PM
With an electrifying mix of high-energy rock & roll, R&B and popular dance music, the versatile Johnny Shot Band gets a crowd up and moving in no time.
More info: johnnyshot.com
George Wit
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-5 PM
Kona’s George Wit performs at this ocean side venue.
More info: 329-1493
Kimberly June
Huggo’s On the Rocks/6-8 PM
Kimberly June, a singer-songwriter and guitarist, performs. This performance features dancing by Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
Girls Nite Out
Huggo’s on the Rocks/8:30-11 PM
This Hilo-based cover band plays everything from rock and blues to country, pop, funk, disco and more.
More info: 329-1493
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
MAKA
Kanaka Kava/7 PM
MAKA, comprised of Maka Gallinger, Sean Allen and Jason Stith, is a fusion of island, rock, blues, Hawaiian and more.
More info: 333-4774
SOUTH KOHALA
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
Ken Lara
Luana Lounge/7-9 PM
Ken Lara performs guitar as the sun goes down at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
Dam Str8
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6:30-10 PM
This father and son group plays a wide range of contemporary Hawaiian to classic rock.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
Tomi Isobe
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9 PM
Tomi Isobe performs at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
CJ Conklin
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Enjoy the acoustic sounds of CJ Conklin while overlooking Anaehoomalu Bay.
More info: 769-5282
Ninodem with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-7 PM
Enjoy the sounds of Ninodem featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
Henry Kapono
Lava Lava Beach Club/7:30-9:30 PM
Musician Henry Kapono takes the stage at this oceanside venue.
More info: 769-5282
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
Keiki hula
Kings’ Shops/6-7 PM
Keiki (children) take center stage at Kings’ Shop’ for a free hula performance.
More info: 886-8811
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
SATURDAY, MAY 16
KAILUA-KONA
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
Kimberly June
Huggo’s On the Rocks/3-5 PM
Kimberly June, a singer-songwriter and guitarist, performs.
More info: 329-1493
Kevin Teves and Hula Joy
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6-8 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. This performance features Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
Full Circle
Huggo’s on the Rocks/ 8:30 PM to midnight
Full Circle plays on the shores of Oneo Bay at this venue.
More info: 329-1493
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
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.
More info: 322-9582
SOUTH KOHALA
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
Logan Martin
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Enjoy a performance by Logan Martin while taking in the views and sunset along the South Kohala coast.
More info: 769-5282
Terry Secor with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Enjoy a performance by Terry Secor accompanied by hula by Miki.
More info: 769-5282
Larry Dupio Band
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6:30-10 PM
Hawaii-born and raised, Larry traveled the world playing blues before making his way home to stay. A nominee for Hoku and Grammy awards, he has three blues CDs to his credit, the latest being “Lightning Larry.”
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
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
RJ
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
RJ performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
HAMAKUA
Pato Banton & Now Generation play Honokaa
Honokaa People’s Theatre/7 PM
International Reggae Superstar Pato Banton brings his five-peice band the Now Generation to the big stage at the Honokaa People’s Theatre. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door for adults and $5 in advance and $10 at the door for students and seniors.
More info: 775-9963
SUNDAY, MAY 17
KAILUA-KONA
LT Smooth
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-6 PM
Grammy-nominated LT Smooth performs fronting Kailua Bay.
More info: 329-1493
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
Kona Choral Society presents ‘Serenade to Music’
Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, Kaleiopapa Convention Center/3:15 PM
The Kona Choral Society presents its 25th Anniversary Concert, “Serenade to Music.” At 3:15 p.m., the Kealakehe Intermediate School Choir will lead the pre-show music under the direction of Gloria Juan, with refreshments available for purchase. The concert starts at 4 p.m. featuring the “Ode to Joy” from Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 9,” and Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “Serenade to Music.” This choir features 90-plus singers, with 38 instrumentalists and five soloists, and will be led by Artistic Director Susan McCreary Duprey. Tickets are $20 per person, $5 for students. For ticket information, visit konachoralsociety.org or call 334-9880.
More info: konachoralsociety.org, call 334-9880
Konabob and Eke
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./6-8 PM
Konabob and Eke perform for an audience overlooking Kailua Bay in downtown Kailua-Kona.
More info: 345-2627
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
Ponchoman Kuanoni
Splashers/6-9 PM
Enjoy the ukulele melodies of PonchoMan Kuanoni in downtown Kailua-Kona.
More info: 990-4589
Sean Wilkinson
Don’s Mai Tai Bar at Royal Kona Resort/5-7 PM
After playing back up for big name entertainers for dozens of years, award-winning percussionist Sean Wilkinson ventured to Hawaii some 30 years ago and now brings his smooth, easy listening jazz sounds to Don’s Mai Tai Bar at Royal Kona Resort. Free admission.
More info: 930-3286
Ke Aloha No Nepal…With Love and Aloha for Nepal
Yoga Hale, 74-5583 Luhia St./3-8 PM
Lots of great, music, entertainment, food, yoga, activities, dancing. A silent auction and booths. We will be taking donations at the event of gently used warm clothing and shoes. All funds made will be going directly to the village and people of Khanikhola in the Dhadin Valley in Nepal. Music by Kanani Enos, Bolo and Jorgen Reeves. Performances by Nouveou Gypsy Belly Dance and Lava Roots. Cost is $10; keiki free.
More info: veganaloha.com
SOUTH KOHALA
Neil Barnett and Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band play
Hilton Malolo Lounge/8-11 PM
This Johnny Shot Band duo plays at this South Kohala venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano.
More info: 887-7368
RJ
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
RJ performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
Gary Washburn
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6-6:45 PM
Gary Washburn is a multi-talented and accomplished Jazz pianist whose repertoire includes standards and originals as well as contemporary selections. He is an arranger and published composer who has been renowned for over three decades for his innovative music education programs.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
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. Piano music will be played from 6 to 6:45 p.m. followed by the big band from 7 to 9 p.m. $10 entertainment fee.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
George Wit
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Enjoy music by George Wit.
More info: 769-5282
Eddie Heaukulani
Kaunaoa Bar & Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Eddie Heaukulani performs at Kaunaoa Bar & Grill. Featuring hula by Hauoli from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More info: 882-5810
MONDAY, MAY 18
KAILUA-KONA
Kaleiula
Huggo’s On the Rocks/5-10 PM
Kaleiula with hula by the keiki (children) overlooking Kailua Bay.
More info: 329-1493
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
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
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
SOUTH KOHALA
Kevin Teves with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. Featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
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
Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano.
More info: 887-7368
Nino
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Nino performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
TUESDAY, MAY 19
KAILUA-KONA
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
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
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
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
Pomai Nephi Brown
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Hawaiian slack key guitarist Pomai Brown takes the stage with hula.
More info: 769-5282
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
Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano.
More info: 887-7368
Nino
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Nino performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20
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
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
Brian Piikea Vasquez
Huggo’s on the Rocks/5-10 PM
Check out Brian Piikea Vasquez rockin’ da uke. Featuring Hula Joy.
More info: 329-1493
Solomon Choo
Kona Sunset Farmers Market/2:30-5:30 PM
Talented Solomon Choo on vocals, drums, and harmonica at the weekly market held in the parking lot of the Kona Kmart off Kamakaeha Avenue.
More info: Zarine 895-8665
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
Kahualanui — The kings’ of Hawaiian swing
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Groove to the best of Hawaiian swing music by this Grammy-nominated group.
More info: 886-8811
Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano. More info: 887-7368
Nino
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Nino performs at this South Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000
Neil Barnett from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Mauna Lani/8-11 PM
Neil Barnett plays solo at this venue.
More info: johnnyshot.com
THURSDAY, MAY 21
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
Brian Piikea Vasquez
Huggo’s on the Rocks/5-10 PM
Check out Brian Piikea Vasquez rockin’ da uke. Featuring Hula Pua.
More info: 329-1493
Small Kine Action
Bongo Ben’s Cafe/6:30-9:30 PM
Enjoy the grooves of Small Kine Action.
More info: 329-9203
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
Henry Kapono
Don’s Mai Tai Bar/5-7 PM
Henry Kapono is an award-winning, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter. His contemporary rock sound touches the soul with the simple honesty of his lyrics and music, and his gift of an evocative, plaintive balladeer’s voice haunts you long after he leaves the stage.
More info: 930-3286
SOUTH KOHALA
Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band plays solo
Banjy’s Paradise Bar & Grille/6-9 PM
Matthew Brown from Johnny Shot Band plays solo.
More info: johnnyshot.com
Open Mic Night at Big Island Brewhaus
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9
Open mic night at this Waimea venue.
More info: 887-1717
Robbie Calvo
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6-9:30 PM
English transplant/former session player, Robbie Calvo, performs, composes and teaches music. While his first love is education, Calvo has an impressive international resume that includes music projects for both American and British television.
More info: info@bluedragonhawaii.com
Kevin Teves with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Hawaiian singer-songwriter and guitarist Kevin Teves performs. Featuring hula.
More info: 769-5282
Uncle Uke
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Listen to the beautiful sounds by Robert Yates, local musician and author.
More info: 886-8811
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
Brandon Nakano
Brown’s Beach House/6-9 PM
Enjoy Hawaiian music by Brandon Nakano
More info: 887-7368
Tom M.
Luana Lounge/6-8 PM
Tom M. performs at this Kohala lounge.
More info: 885-2000