Sunday: Porsche Car Show & Oktoberfest, display including vintage and newer models by the Hawaii Porsche Club, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Windward Mall. Free. hi.pca.org. –Courtesy photo
WEEKEND OF FRIDAY, SEPT. 6 & WEEKLONG
Polynesian Cultural Center 50th anniversary celebration wraps up, featuring:
» Kama’aina specials: $2 park admission and $20 add-on of Island Buffet dinner and “Ha: Breath of Life” show through Saturday.
» Golden Alumni Show featuring performers from 1963 to 1987, 6 p.m. today in Pacific Theater. $20; $60 with luau.
» Silver Alumni Show featuring performers from 1988 to 2013, 8 p.m. today in Pacific Theater. $20; $60 with luau.
» PCC 50th Anniversary Parade through Laie Town, 9 a.m. Saturday, starting from the PCC parking lot.
» Free concert featuring Irie Love and Halau O Na Pua Kukui 5:45-7:05 p.m. Saturday at PCC’s front entrance. 293-3333, www.pcc50.com
Kuakini Auxiliary Bazaar, annual fundraising event with plants, produce, household items, baked goods, KC waffle dogs, andagi, shave ice and more, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. today and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Kuakini Health System’s Hale Pulama Mau Auditorium. 547-9184
Book sale, by Friends of Waimanalo Library, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Waimanalo Public & School Library. Free admission. 259-2610
11th Annual Hawai’i Woman Expo, featuring the Hawai’i Sewing, Quilting & Crafts Show, fashion shows, food, 200+ booths of shopping, “Hawaii’s Most Beautiful Man” Contest, Celebrities & Their Pets Fashion Show, prizes and more, 5-9 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. $3; free for military families, seniors 65+ and kids under 7. 235-2358, hawaiiwomanexpo.com
Mai Poina walking tour, living-history tours on the grounds of Iolani Palace retracing the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy and days leading up to it, followed by spoken poetry by Youth Speaks Hawaii and Native Hawaiian scholar-led discussions, with special chant performances on Sunday; 5-6 p.m. today, 4-5 p.m. Saturday and 3:30-6:30 p.m. Sunday; meet in front of Hawaii State Library. Free. Reservations: 534-8880, www.hawaiiponoi.info
Vintage Rose & Friends vintage and garden sale, pop-up market of mini herb gardens in vintage teapots and enamelware, water lilies, garden antiques, linen, lace, English teacups, pottery, estate jewelry, handbags and more, 5-8 p.m. today and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Waioli Tea Room lanai and Ginger Room. Free admission. 226-7119
Hawai’i Food & Wine Festival, featuring daily events through Monday. Highlights:
» After Party featuring chef Hubert Keller DJing, master mixologists and pupu, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. today, Japengo and SWIM, Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa. $75.
» “Taste our Love for the Land,” feast showcasing Hawaii’s sustainable future with 18 celebrity chefs including Ippy Aiona and George Mavrothalassitis, wineries, master sommeliers and mixologists, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Hawai’i Convention Center rooftop. $200-$500.
» “Girls Got Game +1,” Sunday brunch prepared by top female chefs, farmers and mixologists, including Japanese celebrity chef Harumi Kurihara, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, SHOR at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa. $125.
» “Savory Ever After,” grand finale on the beach with global culinary tour by 14 celebrity chefs including Ming Tsai, 6-9 p.m. Sunday, Ko Olina Resort. $200. hawaiifoodandwinefestival.com
Charlie Chan Mystery Tour, historian Steven Fredrick hosts four-hour walking tour of Chinatown sites related to Honolulu police Detective Chang Apana, the inspiration behind Earl Derr Biggers’ fictional character, 3 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays through September. $40. For ages 21+. Reservations required 48 hours in advance. 395-0674, stevestoursandfilms.vpweb.com
21st Annual Hawaii’s Woodshow, juried exhibition of more than 80 heirloom-quality works of furniture, woodturning, sculpture and musical instruments made of Hawaii-grown wood by leading Island woodworkers and novices, continuing through Sept. 15 (11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays), Honolulu Museum of Art School. Free. woodshow.hawaiiforest.org
Walker Art Center’s Internet Cat Video Festival, screenings of Minneapolis center’s top videos from around the world including the famous Original Grumpy Cat, various times Saturday-Thursday, Doris Duke Theatre, Honolulu Museum of Art. Opening night 7:30 p.m. Saturday to include a cat costume contest with prize. $10; $8 museum members. 532-8700, honolulumuseum.org
FRIDAY, SEPT. 6
9th Annual Start Steppin’ with Kaiser Permanente Hawaii, half-mile walk followed by Health Fair with prize giveaways and KSSK slot machine, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Tamarind Park. Free. 432-5937
Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m., Iolani Palace. Free. 922-5331, rhb-music.com
“Crossing Cultures: The Art of Manga in Hawaii” opening reception, exhibit featuring local manga artists, 4-7 p.m., Windward Community College’s Gallery Iolani. Free. (Exhibit runs through Oct. 2). 236-9155, gallery.wcc.hawaii.edu
First Friday Honolulu, walkabout celebration of the arts, 5-10 p.m., downtown/Chinatown arts district’s galleries, museums, studios, theaters, shops, clubs and restaurants. Free. 521-2903. Schedule, map, parking information: artsatmarks.com. Highlights:
» “All At Sea: An Art Exhibit for Sharks and Oceans” opening reception, 6-9 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage.
» DJ Nick spins at bambuTwo Cafe + Martini Lounge; DJs Rhombus, KSM and Anarch in the mix at Bar 35.
» Fighting Eel trunk show until 9 p.m. fightingeel.com
» Ceramic artist Jon Vongvichai unveils his exhibit “Contain and Function,” 6-9 p.m. at Louis Pohl Gallery.
ARTmusicBEER, First Friday event featuring a Secret Beer Garden, local-vendor bazaar Shop Bop & Grind, eclectic sounds by DJ Mr. Nick, food by Cafe 888, and the Chinatown Artist Lofts upstairs on display, 5-10 p.m., Chinatown Courtyard, Mendonca Building, 1126 Smith St. Free.
Rita Coury’s Mahalo Photography Showcase, First Friday event featuring photos by the award-winning keiki photographer, with live Island-soul jazz by Mango Season, gift bags and beverage tickets to the first 100 attendees, and door prizes including a Coury photo session package worth $3,000; 5:30-8 p.m., Plaza Club, 21st floor of Pioneer Plaza, 900 Fort Street Mall. Free; validated parking; kids welcome. ritacouryphotography.com
School’s in Session, First Friday event featuring works by international photographer Johnson Chen, live music by Lars Mitsuda and no-host bar, presented by the Asian American Junior Chamber of Commerce as a benefit for its Adopt-A-School Day program, 6 p.m.-midnight, Loading Zone Gallery. $5 cover.
Abrigo ‘Ohana, Hawaiian music trio of young siblings, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. No cover. 952-9200
“A Tribute to Queen Lili’uokalani” by The Brothers Cazimero, concert with hula and chant, 7:30 p.m., Hawaii Theatre. $27-$32. 528-0506, hawaiitheatre.com
Contradance, with live music by Whiskey Starship and instruction, beginners and all ages welcome, no partner necessary, 7:30-10 p.m., Kapiolani Community College Chapel. Free. 392-8774, contradancehi.weebly.com
SATURDAY, SEPT. 7
Tour de Cure Hawaii, American Diabetes Association cycling event/Stop Diabetes benefit with 5-, 10-, 25- and 50-mile routes for everyone from keiki and occasional riders to experienced cyclists, plus breakfast and lunch for riders and a Health and Wellness Fair; start times 6-9 a.m. (check-in from 5 a.m.); Kapiolani Park. $25 fee plus $100-$200 fundraising minimum. Registration: 947-5979, diabetes.org/tourdecurehawaii
Tripler Fisher House 8K Hero & Remembrance Run, Walk or Roll, in remembrance of service members who have given their lives in combat since 9/11, 6:30 a.m., Pacific Aviation Museum, Ford Island. Free. Carpooling advised. Registration: eventbrite.com
Walkin’ to the 80s — Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2013, with Zumba, ’80s costume contest and prize giveaways, 7 a.m. (check-in at 6), Magic Island, Ala Moana Beach Park. 593-1901, www.alz.org/hawaii
Swap meet, shopping (crafts, plants, flowers, knick-knacks, etc.), music, food, Jamba Juice and Big Brother Big Sisters donation drive, hosted by Ewa by Gentry Community Association, 8 a.m.-noon, 91-1795 Keaunui Drive. Free admission. 685-0111, ext. 31; ewabygentry.net
White Elephant for the Third Grade, field trips benefit featuring clothes, toys, games, books, household items, plants and more for sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Ala Wai Elementary School cafeteria. Free admission. 973-0070, ext. 243
Meadow Gold Healthy Baby Contest, first preliminary round of Oahu contest, 10 a.m.-noon, Windward Mall. healthybabycontest.com
Na Mele Mae’ole (Never Fading Songs) concert: “Na Lani ‘Eha,” “music of the four royal ones,” Kalakaua, Liliuokalani, Likelike and Leleiohoku, featuring Palani Vaughan, the Leo Nahenahe Singers, Kuuipo Kumukahi and the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame Serenaders, a benefit for the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame, 6 p.m., Kawaiahao Church. $30 ($60 for series including Oct. 12 and Nov. 9 concerts). 392-3649
DFS Hawaii Waikiki Street Party, unveiling of DFS worldwide rebranding with red carpet walk of VIPs with drummers and Polynesian dancers, hula, blessing ceremony and performances by Taimane, Starr Kalahiki and the Noisettes, an indie rock band from London, 7:30-10 p.m., Kalakaua Avenue in front of DFS Galleria Waikiki. Free. dfsgalleria.com/en/hawaii
Papana, the jazz ensemble of the Air Force Band of the Pacific-Hawaii in concert, 7:30 p.m., Atherton Performing Arts Studio. www.bandofthepacific-hawaii.af.mil
“The Scratch Paper Sketch Show,” Improvhi presents original comedy sketches, live music and comedy videos, 7:30-9 p.m., Diverse Art Center (the old CompUSA), 604 Ala Moana Blvd. $8. 944-8488, improvhi.com
Shiro Mori Quintet, jazz guitarist and friends (Darryl Pellegrini, Jim Howard, Bruce Hamada and Scott Villiger) in concert, 7:30 p.m., Studio 909, 909 Kapiolani Blvd. $20. BYO food and drink. musicianshawaii.com/studio-909, 596-2121
“Sky This Month” planetarium show, exploration of the current night sky on new star projector and into the depths of space with full-dome video in the newly renovated, state-of-the art J. Watumull Planetarium, 8-9 p.m. (seating 7:45 p.m.) Bishop Museum. $6-$8. Reservations recommended: 848-4168. bishopmuseum.org
SUNDAY, SEPT. 8
Porsche Car Show & Oktoberfest, display including vintage and newer models by the Hawaii Porsche Club, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Windward Mall. Free. hi.pca.org
Hawaii Polo Club game: India vs. Hawaii, with Gaj Singh, the maharaja of Jodhpur, India, in attendance, with opening and halftime entertainment and live music and bar open after the match until dark, 2 p.m. (gates open 11 a.m. for picnics), Hawaii Polo Club, 68-411 Farrington Highway, Waialua. $8-$10 open field seating; $25 clubhouse; free for 14 and younger. 226-0061, hawaii-polo.org
Royal Hawaiian Band, 2-3 p.m., Kapiolani Park Bandstand. Free. 922-5331
“I Love Hula” concert, Hale ‘O Na Wahine ‘O Kupono performs in Castle Foundation’s free hula concert series, 3-4 p.m., stage area between Macy’s and Pier 1, Kailua. BYO chairs, mats, food. castlefoundation.org, 263-7073
Hawaiian Choral Evensong, the St. Andrew’s Cathedral choirs commemorate Queen Liliuokalani’s birthday, 5:30-6:15 p.m., St. Andrew’s Cathedral. Free; calabash offering. 524-2822, ext. 217
La Pietra’s 2013 Sunset Jazz Concert, featuring Grammy-nominated jazz songstress Sacha Boutros, Jimmy Borges, Shari Lynn, Son Caribe and the Sunset Jazz All-Star Band, 5:30 p.m., La Pietra — Hawaii School for Girls, Great Lawn. $65; includes wine, coffee, dessert. 922-2744, lapietra.edu
“He Aloha No Na Kupuna,” evening of chant, song, hula and stories celebrating kupuna, featuring Sonny Ching’s Halau Na Mamo o Puauanahulu, Marlene Sai, Nina Kealiiwahamana, Kuana Torres Kahele and special guest Mahiehie, 6 p.m., Hawaii Theatre. $30-$50. 528-0506, hawaiitheatre.com
Swing Dance Club Hawaii dance, free lesson followed by open dancing with music by Bert Burgess and snacks, 6:30-9:15 p.m., Palladium Ballroom, Ala Wai Golf Club. $8; $5 for members. swingdanceclubhawaii.org, 255-6095
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11
Jeff Richman & Friends, guitarist/recording artist performs for Jazz Wednesday, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Gordon Biersch. No cover. 599-4877
“Stargazing,” live star show educating about current celestial sights above, 7-8 p.m., Hokulani Imaginarium, Windward Community College. $5-$7; free for kids under 4. 235-7433
Talk Story & Film: Derek Hoffmann & Mike Prickett + “Fiberglass & Megapixels,” co-producer/ director Hoffman and underwater cinematographer Mike Prickett present a screening of the award-winning film about the competitive world of surf photography on the North Shore, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Surfer, The Bar, Turtle Bay Resort. $10 advance. 293-6000, surferthebar.com
Jazz Clique, Mihoko M’s quartet plays classic jazz standards and more, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Jazz Minds Art and Cafe. honolulujazzclub.com, 945-0800
THURSDAY, SEPT. 12
Aloha Festivals Royal Court Investiture, the ali’i take their place in the 2013 court, with chant and hula kahiko performances, 3 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village. Free. 483-0730, alohafestivals.com
Aloha Festivals Opening Ceremony, with chant, hula and introduction of the royal court, 5 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove. Free. 483-0730, alohafestivals.com
“Pakele Live!”: Keahi Conjucacion, Tony Solis’ live-streaming Hawaiian music show features the Hawaiian-style jazz songstress, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. No-cover cocktail seating. Table reservations: 952-9200. pakelelive.com
ONGOING SHOWS
“‘Aha ‘Aina: A Royal Hawaiian Lu’au,” 5:30-9 p.m. Mondays, The Royal Hawaiian hotel. $89-$185. 921-4600, royal-hawaiian.com
“Aloha Live”: Polynesian “cirque” luau show, 7 p.m. (dinner seating at 6 p.m.) Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Queen Kapiolani Hotel pool deck. $41.65-$99. All ages. 931-3328, alohaliveshow.com
“Creation: A Polynesian Journey,” dinner and cocktail show with Polynesian song, dance and fire knives, 7:15 p.m. daily except Mondays and Wednesdays, Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. $48.75-$160. 931-4660, creationshow.com
“Fourever Fab,” new Beatles tribute show, 8:15 p.m. daily (following the “Aloha Live” show on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays), Queen Kapiolani Hotel pool deck. $33.15-$69. 931-3328, fb.com/foureverfabshow, foureverfabshow.com
“Ha: Breath of Life,” with Polynesian dance, music and fireknives, 7:30-9 p.m. daily, Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie. $20-$50. Reservations: 293-3333, polynesia.com
Legends in Concert Waikiki: “Rock-A-Hula,” featuring Elvis Presley tribute, hula and impersonators including Michael Jackson, Steven Tyler and Madonna, 8 p.m. nightly except Mondays, Royal Hawaiian Center, fourth floor. $47.79-$180. 629-7469, legendswaikiki.com
“The Legends of Kualoa,” dinner show with music, chanting and hula kahiko, Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Kualoa. $29-$59. 237-7321, kualoa.com/tours
“Life Through Time: Dinosaurs & Ice Age Mammals,” exhibit featuring 10 full-sized moving and roaring animatronic beasts, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily except Tuesdays (through Sept. 15), Bishop Museum. General admission $8.95-$19.95; ages 3 and younger free. 847-3511, bishopmuseum.org
“Magic of Polynesia,” featuring illusionist John Hirokawa, 7:30 p.m. daily (6 p.m. dinner seating), Magic of Polynesia Theater, Holiday Inn Waikiki Beachcomber Resort. $30-$144. 971-4321, magicofpolynesia.com
“Na Kane — The Men of Paradise,” 10-man male revue for women aboard Alii Kai catamaran cruise off Waikiki, 9:30 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. $39-$59; packages $99-$119. Ages 21+. 222-8666, menofparadise.us
The Rhelm Adventure Theater: “The Trouble in Wentrus Village,” walk-through adventure for children ages 4-12 with educational tasks hosted by live characters in a village-versus-dragon story, 6-9 p.m. Fridays, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturdays and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays through September, Aloha Tower Marketplace, first floor, across from Gordon Biersch. $14.95 for one-hour experience; $24.95 for two-hour experience. 253-8602, therhelm.com
Society of Seven, musical revue, 8 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, SOS Showroom, Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach. $27-$47. 923-7469, societyofsevenwaikiki.com
Waikiki Starlight Luau, 5:30 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays, Hilton Hawaiian Village, rooftop of Mid-Pacific Conference Center. $51-$125. 941-5828, hiltonhawaiianvillage.com