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Oahu 46th Annual Ukulele Festival – July 17, 2016

It’s upbeat, infectious, and bouncy music about surf and sunny days. It embraces everyone who hears it. That’s the irresistible charm of the ukulele. If you want to experience the magic of the ukulele yourself, you can celebrate the Ukulele Festival’s …
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Ala Moana Beach Park 4th of July Fireworks

Ala Moana Beach Park features a free 4th of July fireworks show, about 40 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas. 2016 marks the 25th year that Ala Moana Center has presented their Fourth of July Spectacular and the Center is …
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100th Annual King Kamehameha Day Floral Parade – June 11, 2016

Celebrate the 100th Annual King Kamehameha Day Floral Parade on June 11, 2016, about 55 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas.  The parade will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the historic ‘Iolani Palace in downtown Honolulu. The parade will be …
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Waikiki Artfest – May 21 and 22, 2016

The Waikiki Artfest, about 75 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas, features over 100 of Hawaii’s fine artists and handcraft artisans who display their own artwork for sale. You will find all types of jewelry, clothing, wood products, stained glass, ceramics, …
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2016 World Fireknife Championships and We Are Samoa Festival

The We Are Samoa Festival at the Polynesian Cultural Center, about 75 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas, features the 24th Annual World Fireknife Championship and High School Samoan Cultural Arts Festival. Dancers of all ages showcase their mastery of Samoan fireknives …
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Captain Cook’s Feathered Helmet & Cape Returns – Bishop Museum

For the first time in over 237 years, a feathered cloak and helmet that Kalani‘ōpu‘u gave to Capt. James Cook in 1779 will return to Hawaii and be on display at the Bishop Museum, about 30 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach …
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Brunch with Top Chef Lee Anne Wong at Koko Head Cafe

Koko Head Cafe, about 35 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas, is an island style brunch house with Top Chef Lee Anne Wong serving eclectic dishes seven days a week. After graduating from The French Culinary Institute, Chef Wong jumped …
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Hike Koko Crater Railway Trail

Koko Crater Railway Trail, about 90 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas, is a 1.4 mile round-trip trail located near Honolulu that offers scenic views and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. …
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Humpback Whale Season on Oahu

Just as our idyllic weather beckons to tourists around the world, the warm shallow waters surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands are a favorite destination for humpback whales. Scientists estimate two-thirds of the entire North Pacific humpback whale population returns to …
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Start 2016 With A Bang – Waikiki New Year’s Eve Fireworks

The annual Waikīkī Beach fireworks show is a delight for the entire family, about 40 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas. The fireworks will start at 11:55 p.m. with one announcement salute fired every minute until one minute before midnight. Be …
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