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Live performances and events at Kahilu are a captivating blend of artistry, creativity, and cultural expression.

To explore the exciting performances we have in store, simply browse through our interactive “List View” or select the “Calendar” option below.

A circular portrait of musician Brittni Paiva holding a ukulele, surrounded by the text “Jam Without a Plan” and “Brittni Paiva” on a light green palm leaf background.

Jam Without a Plan with Brittni Pai...

November 14, 2026

A musician holding an acoustic guitar, with text reading “Slack Key Essentials in G and C Tunings” and “Jeff Peterson.”

Slack Key Essentials in G and C Tun...

November 14, 2026

Colorful guitars and tropical plants illustrate a poster for the 24th Annual ‘Ukulele & Slack Key Guitar Festival, with the words “Hana Hou” at the bottom.

24th Annual ʻUkulele & Slack Ke...

November 14, 2026

Sonny Lim playing an acoustic guitar, with the text “All Things in Bb” and “Sonny Lim” on a green palm leaf background.

All Things Bb with Sonny Lim

November 14, 2026

Colorful silhouettes of two guitars with tropical plants, text reads “’Ukulele & Slack Key Guitar Festival, 24th Annual, Kanikapila” on a green background.

24th Annual ʻUkulele & Slack Ke...

November 14, 2026

Three men with leis smile in front of a sunset beach scene, with the names Augie T, Andy Bumatai, and Frank Delima written below. Tropical flowers decorate the bottom of the image.

Celebration of Laughs Tour

November 20, 2026

A film strip lies in snow with blurred lights and a wagon wheel in the background. Text reads “Waimea Community Chorus.”.

Waimea Community Chorus – Christmas...

November 29, 2026

Four men in matching red patterned suits and sunglasses sing together around a vintage microphone against a dark background.

Blind Boys of Alabama

December 4, 2026

WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?

Whose Live Anyway?

December 10, 2026

A person wearing a dark cap, sparkly purple jacket, and white flower lei sings into a microphone on stage under soft lighting.

Kalani Peʻa – Hawaiian Christmas Sh...

December 13, 2026

Elf The Musical JR.

December 18, 2026

Poster for West Hawai‘i Dance Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker, featuring a ballerina inside a snow globe.

The Nutcracker Ballet

December 23, 2026

A man sits on a rock outdoors, playing an acoustic guitar, with green hills and cloudy sky in the background.

John Cruz

January 9, 2027

Text graphic with overlapping speech bubbles reads: “Sharing Mo’olelo for Hawai’i Radio Hour at Kahilu” on a yellow background.

Sharing Mo'olelo: A Live Taping for...

January 14, 2027

Neon text reads “Club Kahilu Dance Night, Afro Fusion Night w/ Fara Tolno” over a blurred image of dancers in colorful costumes.

Club Kahilu Dance Night: Afro Fusio...

January 15, 2027

A man stands on an open book in front of a castle backdrop, with text reading "Brad Williams The Tall Tales Tour '26" above him.

BRAD WILLIAMS: The Tall Tales Tour

January 16, 2027

Seven men wearing dark suits and hats stand in a row against a textured gray wall, facing the camera with neutral expressions.

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

January 21, 2027

Yu & I

January 23, 2027

MasterWorks II: Tchaikovsky Discov...

January 24, 2027

Promotional image for Comedy Night featuring comedians Rex Navarrete and Ron Josol, with their photos and event title on a blue and yellow background.

COMEDY NIGHT with Rex Navarrete &am...

January 29, 2027

A skeleton in a suit and Uncle Sam hat stands next to a woman in a black dress and flower crown under text reading “Fleetwood Dead.”.

Fleetwood Dead: An Evening of Fleet...

January 30, 2027

Five musicians stand outdoors with their instruments: bagpipes, acoustic guitar, violin, upright bass, and mandolin, surrounded by trees.

Breabach

February 5, 2027

Four adults in dark clothing stand against a light stone wall, posing for a group photo. The image is in black and white.

American String Quartet

February 7, 2027

Three men standing outdoors, each holding a musical instrument: a ukulele, a guitar, and a set of bongos. They are smiling and dressed in casual, colorful shirts and jeans.

Jake Shimabukuro with Pure Heart

February 13, 2027

Neon text reads “CLUB KAHILU DANCE NIGHT Valentine’s Dinner & Dancing w/ Jesse Snyder” over a colorful, abstract background with dancing silhouettes.

Valentine's Dinner & Dancing w/...

February 14, 2027

A person wearing fishnet stockings and floral high heels rests their legs on a black cello, with a sound wave graphic in the background.

Renegade Orchestra

February 20, 2027

Two people gather plants outdoors near tall grass, with a white bucket beside them. Text on image reads: “NĀ PUA PASIFIKA Episode 4: ʻUALA.”.

Nā Pua Pasifika: Episode 4 – ʻUala

February 21, 2027

Two flamenco dancers in traditional attire perform on stage; the woman wears a ruffled red dress and hat, while the man sports a dark suit with red accents.

Cristina Cazorla Dance Company: Dan...

February 28, 2027

Kahilu by the Sea: Pedro Giraudo Ta...

March 5, 2027

Two people dance closely in dramatic lighting. Neon text reads “Club Kahilu Dance Night.” A banner below says, “Tango Night w/ Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet.”.

Club Kahilu Dance Night: Tango Nigh...

March 6, 2027

MasterWorks III: Glorious Expressio...

March 21, 2027

Seven men stand side by side on stage with orange lights in the background, all facing the camera and dressed in casual clothing.

Seven Suns

March 26, 2027

Neon text reads “CLUB KAHILU DANCE NIGHT: Retro Night w/ Big Island Groove Band” over a background of people dancing in red and yellow lighting.

Club Kahilu Dance Night: Retro Danc...

April 9, 2027

Four people in fairy costumes sit together at night with colorful wings, in front of a large moon and a donkey silhouette. Neon crown and heart doodles decorate the image.

A Midsummer Nightʻs Dream

April 17, 2027

Honoka'a Jazz Band

April 18, 2027

Kaumakaiwa + Kalaiwi

Kaumakaiwa & Kūlaiwi

April 23, 2027

Woman with long brown hair and glasses smiles at the camera, wearing a denim jacket and white shirt, standing in front of a brick wall.

Wendy Liebman

May 7, 2027

POPS!

May 9, 2027

A man in a red shirt and yellow lei smiles, leaning on a drum in an indoor setting with plants and blurred background.

Robert Cazimero

May 22, 2027

An open photo album and flying pages are set against a sunset by the sea, with “Waimea Community Chorus” in large white letters over the scene.

Waimea Community Chorus – Memories ...

May 28, 2027

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A circular portrait of musician Brittni Paiva holding a ukulele, surrounded by the text “Jam Without a Plan” and “Brittni Paiva” on a light green palm leaf background.

Jam Without a Plan with Brittni Paiva

Presented By Kahilu Theatre

November 14, 2026

November 14, 2026

10:00am

ʻUkulele class with Brittni Paiva. You know that feeling when you just want to play, not follow a ch...

A musician holding an acoustic guitar, with text reading “Slack Key Essentials in G and C Tunings” and “Jeff Peterson.”

Slack Key Essentials in G and C Tunings with Jeff Peterson

Presented By Kahilu Theatre

November 14, 2026

November 14, 2026

10:00am

This class will focus on Taro Patch and Drop C tunings, using classic songs, vamps, and foundational...

Colorful guitars and tropical plants illustrate a poster for the 24th Annual ‘Ukulele & Slack Key Guitar Festival, with the words “Hana Hou” at the bottom.

24th Annual ʻUkulele & Slack Key Guitar Festival – Hana Hou

Presented By Kahilu

November 14, 2026

November 14, 2026

7:00pm

Featuring special guest artist TAIMANE ‘Ukuele & Slack Key Guitar Festival: Hana Hou Con...

Sonny Lim playing an acoustic guitar, with the text “All Things in Bb” and “Sonny Lim” on a green palm leaf background.

All Things Bb with Sonny Lim

Presented By Kahilu Theatre

November 14, 2026

November 14, 2026

12:00pm

Slack Key Guitar class with Sonny Lim. Focusing on Open B♭, B♭ Wahine, and B♭ Mauna Loa tunings, thi...

Colorful silhouettes of two guitars with tropical plants, text reads “’Ukulele & Slack Key Guitar Festival, 24th Annual, Kanikapila” on a green background.

24th Annual ʻUkulele & Slack Key Guitar Festival – Kanikapila

Presented By Kahilu

November 14, 2026

November 14, 2026

2:00pm

‘Ukuele & Slack Key Guitar Festival: Kanikapila Hawai‘i Island's Premier Celebration of Hawaiian...

Three men with leis smile in front of a sunset beach scene, with the names Augie T, Andy Bumatai, and Frank Delima written below. Tropical flowers decorate the bottom of the image.

Celebration of Laughs Tour

Presented By Kahilu

November 20, 2026

November 20, 2026

7:00pm

Three comedy legends. One stage. And a whole lot of reasons to laugh until your cheeks hurt. The Cel...

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Summer...

Kicking off the season with a sensational Summer Preseason, the Kahilu Theatre will showcase an eclectic mix of world-renowned artists and local talent. From enchanting theatrical productions to soul-stirring musical performances, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Mark your calendars and join us for these extraordinary events that will spark your imagination and ignite your senses.

Autumn...

As the autumn begins, our main Presenting Season takes center stage with an array of mesmerizing shows that cater to diverse tastes and interests. From lively dance performances to thought-provoking plays, the Kahilu Theatre has curated a lineup that is sure to leave a lasting impression. Be sure not to miss these exceptional experiences that celebrate creativity, passion, and the power of live performance.

Winter...

As we venture into the early winter months, the Kahilu Theatre will continue to warm your hearts with captivating shows that embrace the spirit of the season. With festive concerts, heartwarming plays, and captivating dance recitals, our lineup promises to brighten the chilliest of nights and create unforgettable memories for you and your loved ones.

For further information about our shows, subscription options, or sponsorship opportunities, please do not hesitate to reach out to our dedicated Box Office team at 808-885-6868 or email us at info@kahilutheatre.org. We are here to assist you in making the most of your Kahilu experience and look forward to welcoming you to our extraordinary community of art enthusiasts, performers, and supporters.