What’s On

This week on the beach

7 AM

Kalalau Trail (Day Hike to Hanakapi'ai)

Ke'e Beach Trailhead · Active

The legendary 2-mile day hike from Ke'e Beach to Hanakapi'ai Valley on the Na Pali Coast. Rocky, strenuous and spectacular; permit required after 2023.

8 AM

Kayak to Ke'e Beach

Hanalei River / Bay · Active

Paddle the Hanalei River to the bay and west along the coast toward Ke'e and the Na Pali sea caves. 3-4 hour journey; bring water and sun protection.

9 AM

Surfing Hanalei Bay

Pine Trees / Waikoko · Active

Hanalei Bay has waves for every level: Pine Trees and Waikoko for beginners and longboarders in summer, and expert breaks at the west rim in winter. Lessons available from beachside instructors.

9:30 AM

Hanalei Farmers Market

Behind Ching Young Store · Market

Saturday morning market with Kauai organic taro, tropical fruit, prepared foods and local crafts. A community anchor since the north shore became a food destination.

10 AM

Limahuli Garden Tour

Limahuli Garden · Family

One of Hawaii's most beautiful botanical gardens 20 minutes west, built into the Na Pali ridge valley with native plants and ancient Hawaiian taro terraces. Self-guided or guided tour.

7 PM

Live Music at Bar Acuda

Bar Acuda, Hanalei Town · Music

Hanalei's best restaurant opens for tapas and dinner on weekend evenings with live Hawaiian and contemporary music. Reserve weeks ahead in summer.

Taste of Hanalei Festival

The north shore's annual food celebration at Black Pot Beach Park — local farms, restaurants and Hawaiian cultural presentations with mountain views.

Wa'a Pono Canoe Race

Traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe races across Hanalei Bay organized by the Hanalei Canoe Club, with cultural ceremonies and paddling demonstrations.

Hanalei Taro Festival

Annual celebration of the kalo (taro) plant — Hawaii's cultural cornerstone — with farm tours, cooking demos, hula and the history of north-shore taro cultivation.