Community Calendar

Join Mid-Pacific Institute for an unforgettable evening of movement, passion, and creativity at the 2026 Spring Dance Concert. Running April 9–11 at Bakken Auditorium, this annual centerpiece of the Dance Program’s Spring season features more than 65 student performers in an exhilarating mix of styles.

The concert highlights original choreography by dancers in the Dance Certificate Program, developed under the guidance of faculty and brought to life with professional lighting design. From bold contemporary works to expressive ensemble pieces, the performance celebrates artistic exploration as students push creative boundaries and share their unique voices on stage.

Don’t miss this dynamic showcase of dedication, skill, and talent from Mid-Pacific’s rising artists.

Join Mid-Pacific Institute for an unforgettable evening of movement, passion, and creativity at the 2026 Spring Dance Concert. Running April 9–11 at Bakken Auditorium, this annual centerpiece of the Dance Program’s Spring season features more than 65 student performers in an exhilarating mix of styles.

The concert highlights original choreography by dancers in the Dance Certificate Program, developed under the guidance of faculty and brought to life with professional lighting design. From bold contemporary works to expressive ensemble pieces, the performance celebrates artistic exploration as students push creative boundaries and share their unique voices on stage.

Don’t miss this dynamic showcase of dedication, skill, and talent from Mid-Pacific’s rising artists.

Hilo Hep Cats monthly swing dance event, hosted by the Elks Lodge. Every Second Saturday. Come for a quick lesson at 630pm, stay for dancing and socializing from 7-930pm.

Join Mid-Pacific Institute for an unforgettable evening of movement, passion, and creativity at the 2026 Spring Dance Concert. Running April 9–11 at Bakken Auditorium, this annual centerpiece of the Dance Program’s Spring season features more than 65 student performers in an exhilarating mix of styles.

The concert highlights original choreography by dancers in the Dance Certificate Program, developed under the guidance of faculty and brought to life with professional lighting design. From bold contemporary works to expressive ensemble pieces, the performance celebrates artistic exploration as students push creative boundaries and share their unique voices on stage.

Don’t miss this dynamic showcase of dedication, skill, and talent from Mid-Pacific’s rising artists.

The DoHo Night Market is a vibrant community event in the heart of Downtown Honolulu. Join a dynamic gathering of local vendors, sponsors, artists, and creatives for an evening of live entertainment, pickleball activities, and family-friendly experiences.

Rooted in the mission of activating Downtown Honolulu, the Night Market brings together residents, families, and local businesses to celebrate community in a safe, welcoming environment. All while supporting local businesses and vendors.

If you:

- are the Mom of a plant/animal/child/husband
- like 90/00s music and charcuterie boards...
- like free neck massages
- prefer dancing in sweatpants/pyjamas/comfy clothes
- used to dance and miss it!
- want to go out more but feel like there is no where good to go
- are tired, overwhelmed and don't get a chance to be 'in your body' very much
- want to feel connected to yourself again
- are with kids, animals, computers or people you don't relate to all day
- don't get the chance in interact socially with adults you like
- haven't found your 'people' on the island yet
- spend most of your time doing stuff for other people
- are dealing with 'life' and just want somewhere fun to go to shake it off...

...then this is the place for you! Join us for a boogie and hangout!

You can expect dancing, good people, free neck massages and charcuterie! You can't lose!

See you on the dance floor!

Celebrate May Day in Waikiki by giving aloha, sharing lei, and coming together in the spirit of Aloha.
A MAY DAY CONCERT! Wear a Lei, Make a Lei, Give a Lei

We return to Waikiki just as our Kupuna and Ali’i once did—gathering to play, dance hula, and celebrate.

Join us and invite your family and friends beneath our Hawaiian skies for a special May Day, Lei Day celebration filled with mele, hula, and the spirit of aloha. This unforgettable evening brings together beloved artists and hālau to honor tradition, community, and the beauty of Hawaiian culture.

Location: Tom Moffatt Waikīkī Shell
Date: May 1, 2026
Time: Showtime at 7:00 PM; Doors open at 5:30 PM

SAVE YOUR SEATS! Tickets are now available on Ticketmaster or in person at the Neal S. Blaisdell Box Office. For more information, visit MayDayinWaikiki.com.

Follow us on social media! @MayDayinWaikiki

Annual semi-formal ANNIVERSARY DANCE event presented by the Big Island Ballroom Dance Club of Hilo. Open to adults. Great food. No host bar. Dance performances. Variety of DJ'd dance music. Ticket sales end April 9. Call Hiroko for tickets 808-935-5111.
Google: bigislandballroomdance.com to learn more about our club! We would LOVE to see you dancing with us!

Hilo Hep Cats monthly swing dance event, hosted by the Elks Lodge. Every Second Saturday. Come for a quick lesson at 630pm, stay for dancing and socializing from 7-930pm.

Looking for a way to keep your kids active and engaged over the summer break? Sign them up for a ridiculously fun kids hip hop dance camp! There will be dancing, games, interactive activities, singing, arts and crafts, choreography, concerts and more! The kids will enjoy sweating, laughing, making new friends, being creative, playing and chilling together! There will always be a performance for the parents at the end of the camp.

This camp is designed to be a fun, nurturing environment for the kids to enjoy some creative dance and play time. Our camps offer your kids a break from academia and a chance to learn through movement, experimentation and creativity.

See you on the dance floor!