Kapolei Events Calendar
Ongoing Events: Community Cleanups/Workdays | Farmers’ Markets | Free Fitness Workouts | Keiki Events | Career Development Groups
November Events
Thurs., Nov. 14: Aliʻi Nani Aesthetic Medicine Holiday Beauty Event
Learn about what Aliʻi Nani can do for your appearance with exclusive event pricing, holiday skincare gift bags, plus giveaways. Pupus will be served. Aliʻi Nani Aesthetic Medicine, 5pm-7pm. Free, but RSVP Requested. [More Info]
Sat., Nov. 16: Friends of the Library Kapolei Fall Book Sale
Choose from hundreds of books, DVDs, CDs, and Hawaiiana. All proceeds benefit Kapolei Library programs and events. Kapolei Public Library, 1st Floor, 10am-2pm. [More Info]
Sat., Nov. 16: Blue Zones Purpose Workshop
Participants in this interactive workshop intended for ages 15 and older will discover the purposes that drive their lives — and how they can live more mindfully. Sponsored by Rotaract of West Oʻahu, a Rotary International group of young adults. Anyone is welcome. UH West Oʻahu, E Building, Room 132, 10am-Noon. Email brandie@rotaractwestoahu.org to sign up.
Sat., Nov. 16: Kapilina Fall Charity Fair
Games, activities, raffles, food vendors, music, and a car show are all part of this event that will benefit three organizations: Blue Zones Project, Hui o Hoʻohonua, and Na Koa S.H.I.E.L.D. Kapilina Lagoons, adjacent to the Fitness Center, 10am-4pm [More Info]
Sat., Nov. 23: Winter Craft Fair @ Villages of Kapolei
Shop for beautiful handmade gifts made by locals. Villages of Kapolei Recreation Center, 91-1111 Kamaʻaha Loop, Kapolei, 8am-1pm. [More Info]
Sun., Nov. 24: Kapilina Beach Cleanup
Kapilina Beach Homes hosts their quarterly beach cleanup event, with support from Blue Zones Project. Tools, gloves, trash bags provided to help clear trash from the shoreline (some of which washes in to Pearl Harbor). Snacks provided too! 8am-10am. Meet at Pilikai Beach Park adjacent to D’lish at the Beach. [More Info]
Sun., Nov. 24: Christmas Craft Fair Benefiting Campbell High Marching Band
This free event will feature food, craft vendors, raffles, a performance by the JCHS Marching Band, and a special visit from Santa. Vendors include Na Maka Kahiko and Haʻahea Hawaiian Crafts. Campbell High Gym, 9am-4pm. [More Info]
Sat., Nov. 30: Kapolei City Lights
Join a celebration of family, fun, and a festive tree lighting ceremony to kick off the holiday season on the West Side. Free entertainment, keiki games and activities, free parking, and it’s free to watch the annual West O’ahu Electric Light Parade down Kapolei Parkway. Kapolei Hale, 5pm-9pm. [More Info]
December Events
Tues., Dec. 3: Kapolei Chamber of Commerce Holiday Luncheon
Make valuable connections in the Kapolei business community and stay current with what’s happening in Kapolei. Kapolei Chamber members receive priority registration and events do sell out. UH West O’ahu, 11:15am-1:45pm [More Info]
Fri., Dec. 6 + Sat., Dec. 7: J. Boog with special guests Maoli & Siaosi
The popular local reggae artists performs two nights. Tickets are $30 GA (All Ages), $80 VIP (21+ Only). Hawaiʻi’s Finest @ Ka Makana Aliʻi, 7pm doors, 8pm show. [Tickets & More Info]
Sat., Dec. 7: Merry Christmas from Kapena (with Tropical Knights)
Local, longtime favorites Kapena play their 2nd annual Kapolei Christmas concert. Tickets are $35. Kroc Center, 4pm doors, 4:30pm show. [Tickets & More Info]
Fri., Mar. 20 (2020): Roll Tide Classic Charity Scholarship Golf Tournament & Awards Banquet w/ Eli Gold
This golf tourney, sponsored by the University of Alabama Honolulu Alumni Chapter, supports scholarships to the school. The radio voice of the Crimson Tide, Eli Gold, will guest announce at the first tee box. 11:30am (golf); 5pm (banquet), Kapolei Golf Course. [More Info & Registration]
Sat., Apr. 4 (2020): Kapuʻuola Hula Festival
This annual festival — one of the best cultural events on the west side — attracts top hālau hula and Hawaiian music performers. Craft and food vendors are on-hand for shopping and eating. The venue is a significant one: the pā hula (hula mound) at Pu‘uokapolei, the historic cultural site. Pu‘uokapolei @ Kapolei Regional Park, 10am-6:30pm [More Info]
Community Cleanups/Workdays
First Saturdays: Nimitz Beach with 808 Cleanups
Clean up litter, bonfire debris, and invasive plants. Tools provided. Bring sun protection, water, and closed-toed shoes. Meet where the Coast Guard Airfield comes closest to the ocean. Park along concrete barricades ocean/makai side. 9am-11am [More Info]
First Saturdays: UH West-Oʻahu Student Organic Garden
Learn to prepare soil, build compost, install irrigation, sow seed, and harvest produce. All are welcome. Bring water, sun protection, shoes, and a healthy snack, to share. Optional potluck afterwards. UH West-Oʻahu Student Organic Garden, adjacent to the Classroom (D) and Laboratory (E) buildings, 8am-11am. [More Info]
Second Saturdays: Oneʻula Beach Park with 808 Cleanups
Clean up illegal dumping and invasive plants. Tools provided. Bring sun protection, water, and closed-toed shoes. Parking area next to large playfield. 9am-11am [More Info]
Monthly, Dates Vary: Kapapaphui Point Park Restoration with Hui O Hoʻohonua
Restore park shoreline & fish pond, paint gazebos and picnic tables, remove trash / invasive species. Tools provided. Bring clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. [Upcoming Dates & More Info]
Monthly, Dates Vary: Puʻuokapolei Lā Mālama (Day of Caring)
Beautify and learn the history of this important cultural site. Clean up debris, weed, and plant. Bring water, sun protections, and closed toed shoes. Tools provided. [Upcoming Dates & More Info]
Farmers’ Markets
Wednesdays & Sundays: Farmers Market at Ka Makana Ali‘i
Buy delicious local fruits and vegetables, tropical plants and flowers, locally made treats and prepared food. Also, live music at Center Court. Wednesdays 4pm-8pm, Sundays 11am-3pm. Throughout mall. [More Info]
Sundays: People’s Open Market Kapolei
Fresh produce, often surplus or off-grade and available for less than you’d pay in the store. Kapolei Community Park, 7am-8:30am [More Info]
Wednesdays: Ocean Pointe Wellness Wednesdays
Produce stands, food trucks, and other vendors, plus wellness information and a yoga class. Ocean Pointe Community Center, 4pm-7pm. [More Info]
Thursdays: Mākeke Nānākuli
Fresh local produce, poi, food trucks, plus crafts and jewelry and native Hawaiian plants. Nānākuli Public Library, 3:30pm-7pm [More Info]
Free Fitness Classes
Sundays: Walk 4 ‘Ewa Walking Group
Meets each Sunday at 4:30pm on Keaunui Drive across from the Gentry Community Center. [More Info]
Mondays: Lanakai Juice Run Club
Meets each Monday at 5:45pm at Lanikai Juice, 711 Kamokila Blvd. Post-run refreshments provided. [More Info]
Mondays: Rebound Hawaiʻi Walking Group
Meets each Monday at 6pm, downstairs from the Rebound Hawaiʻi offices at 338 Kamokila Boulevard, #201 (above Starbucks). [More Info]
Tuesdays: Fit4Mom Stroller Strides
A full-body interval workout with babes in tow. Free for first-time participants. Registration required. Ka Makana Ali‘i Center Court, 9am-10am. [Register to Join]
Tuesdays: Ocean Pointe Walking Group
Meets each Tuesday at 6pm outside of the Ocean Pointe rec center. [More Info]
Thursdays: Fit4Mom Stroller Barre Class
Incorporate ballet, Pilates, and barre elements into an interval style class. Free for first-time participants. Registration required. Ka Makana Ali‘i Center Court, 9am-10am. [Register to Join]
Keiki Events
Mondays & Thursdays: Keiki Storytime
Storytime for preschool age children. Themed stories, fingerplays, and songs, plus a related activity after. Kapolei Public Library, 10am. [More Info]
Thursdays: Keiki Yoga at Ka Makana Ali’i
Keiki learn to hold yoga poses, learn stillness and work with props while going on a storytelling adventure they can connect to. Macy’s wing, under the pavilion, 10am-11am. [More Info]
1st and 3rd Fridays: Makana Kids Storytime at Ka Makana Ali’i
Enjoy stories, crafts, sing-alongs, and more activities. Ka Makana Ali‘i Center Court, 10am-11am. [More Info]
2nd and 4th Fridays: Makana Kids Keiki Fitness Friday
New and fun exercises for kids ranging from Zumba to fun games and activities. Ka Makana Ali‘i Center Court, 10am-11am. [More Info]
2nd and 4th Tuesdays: Girl Scout Troop Meetings
This is a Villages of Kapolei Association Recreation Center. Meetings will be 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 5:30-7:30pm at the VOKA Rec Center. First meeting begins tomorrow evening. Please contact Claire Hellam, 808-551-5702 or at GSHwestside@gmail.com
Career Development Groups
Thursdays: Rotary Club of Kapolei
Breakfast and a program that usually includes a guest speaker. Teacher’s Lounge at Kapolei High, 7:30am-8:30am. [More Info]
1st and 3rd Wednesdays: Phoenix Rising Kapolei Toastmasters
Members develop communication and leadership skills. All are welcome. University of Phoenix Kapolei, Room 116/117. [More Info]
2nd and 4th Mondays: Rotary Club of Kapolei Sunset
Dinner and a guest speaker. $15 fee. All are welcome. Kai Oli Oli Sailboat in Ko Olina Marina, 6:00pm. For more info and to RSVP, contact Club President Judy White, judywhitehi@gmail.com.
2nd and 4th Thursdays: Kapolei City Lions Club
Members serve the community. All are welcome. Ka Punawai Ola Rehabilitation Center (2nd Thursday); Teacher’s Lounge at Kapolei High (4th Thursday), 6:30pm-8pm. [More Info]
This calendar is a collab with the Kapolei Chamber of Commerce. Members of the KCC get a priority submission form for their events, so join up!
To submit events for the calendar, contact us via email at seth@howzitkapolei.com or via text at 808-201-1840. Include the date, start and end time, location, cost (if any) and a short description of what folks can expect when they show up!
