Oahu Events
December 17th, 2009 by admin
Each year since 1986, if and when the conditions are just right, the Eddie Aikau surf meet is held at Waimea on Oahu’s North Shore.
Although famed for its big waves, only when there promises to be truly monster surf does the event come together and big wave surfers from all over join the locals in competing in this event. Unlike other big wave competition which allow for surfers to be towed into the waves, competitors here must paddle themselves out through the waves. The result is what many call the purest big wave surfing event around.
It can be hard for outsiders to catch this event — while regularly falling in January, the actual date is determined each year by wave conditions. The 2009/2010 event was held in mid-December and won by Greg Long. But visitors to Hawaii should probably always think about a visit to the North Shore as part of their itinerary. The big draw is the waves, but among other sites there is the North Shore Surf Museum and the pristine Waimea Valley. Both are included in the cost of a Go Oahu Card which is worth picking up no matter what part of Oahu you plan on visiting.
There are some amazing photos and video available of the most recent Eddie Aikau competitions and past events on Quicksilver site.
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June 17th, 2009 by admin
Head to downtown Honolulu’s Chinatown every first Friday of the month and dive deep into Oahu’s vibrant art scene. At each “First Friday” you can interact with local artists and artisans sharing their work.
From paintings to powerful cultural exhibits, you’ll get to see a diverse sampling of Hawaii’s artists. Art galleries open their doors with exhibits, free entertainment, and light refreshments. There are numerous restaurants and bars open offering great food and live music. Discover a buzz of activity in the streets of Chinatown where people from all over Oahu come to see what’s new on the local art scene.
First Friday runs from 5pm to 9pm, so its a perfect way to wind up your day using a Go Oahu Card. See the First Friday website for all the latest on what’s happening at the next First Friday.
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Oahu?
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May 1st, 2008 by susan j
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I admit it: when I heard about the , I pictured an angry mob of people complaining about the amount of junk in their email boxes. Au contraire, fellow travelers…
Spam Jam actually celebrates Hawaii’s love for that iconic canned meat product (Hawaii consumes almost seven million cans of Spam every year!). Last year’s festivities attracted over 20,000 people. This year’s event run 4 pm to 10 pm on Saturday, May 3. There’s a canned food drive, live entertainment, and a Mr./Ms. Spam Hawaii contest. Sounds like fun!
Planning a trip to
Oahu?
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Go Oahu Card.
March 5th, 2008 by susan j
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Planning a trip to Oahu this spring? If you’ll be in the Honolulu area during the weekend of March 14-16, then I’d definitely plan to check out the . This annual event celebrates the cultures of Asia, Pacific, and Hawaii and features dance performances and art demonstrations from Japan, Australia, Tahiti, Philippines, Republic of China, Korea, Hawaii and the mainland United States.
The festival culminates on Sunday, March 16 with the Grand Parade, which starts at Lewers Street and continues along Kalakuau Avenue. Highlights of the parade include appearances by hula dancers, dance troupes from across the Pacific, Miss Hawaii, and others. There is also a craft fair showcasing crafts from around the Pacific Rim and educational programs for kids.
Planning a trip to
Oahu?
Read about attractions, tours, discounts, and more with the
Go Oahu Card.
