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ABOUT HITI FESTIVAL
September 2025 marks a new chapter for Hawai‘i’s music community with the inaugural Home in the Islands (HITI) Festival, a month-long, statewide celebration of Hawai‘i’s music, stories, and creative spirit. Officially recognized by the City & County of Honolulu, HITI features over 50 live performances, including, signature concerts, new music releases, and original media series—blending entertainment, cultural preservation, and philanthropy. Celebrated during HKF Month, HITI Festival uplifts artists and venues, introduces new platforms, and fuels year-round programs that support Hawai‘i’s music community.
BECOME A FESTIVAL PARTNER
Join the official HITI Festival Roster and become a recognized Festival Partner in Hawai‘i’s statewide celebration of music, culture, and community. Support the Henry Kapono Foundation, gain visibility at live events, across digital platforms, and on the official HITI website, and be recognized as a leader sustaining Hawai‘i’s music community. Align your brand, venue, or organization with aloha while uplifting local artists and the people who make Hawai‘i’s music thrive.
HENRY KAPONO FOUNDATION MONTH
Throughout September, HKF Month raises vital funds for the Henry Kapono Foundation, supporting Hawai‘i’s musicians, live music venues, and music education year-round. Together with the HITI Festival, HKF Month celebrates the music that connects us, the artists who inspire us, and the communities that keep Hawai‘i’s cultural legacy alive—honoring the past while shaping the future of Hawai‘i’s music.
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Kalapana 50th Anniversary Show @ Waikiki Shell | With Special Guest Henry KaponoSat, Oct 04Waikiki Shell
We Are Friends LIVE - celebrating Hawai‘i’s music together, the HKF Month finale!Sun, Sep 28Duke's Waikiki
HKF On the Rise Artist Anthony Pfluke at Duke's Beach House MauiSun, Sep 28Duke's Maui
The Wave: Henry Kapono, Tavana, Anthony Pfluke, Danny Carvalho, Ryan Perez, Joshua Kahula & Arlie Avery AsiuSat, Sep 27Maui Arts & Cultural Center
HKF's On the Rise Saturdays at Don's Mai Tai Bar featuring Paul Dunlap of KaionaSat, Sep 27Don's Mai Tai Bar
HKF Presents Ukulele Master Arlie Avery Asiu at Duke's Beach House MauiFri, Sep 26Duke's Maui
Duke's on Thursday with HKF On the Rise Artist Jacob StaronThu, Sep 25Duke's Waikiki
Robi Kahakalau - Thursday at Don's Mai Tai BarThu, Sep 25Don's Mai Tai Bar
Wednesdays in the Park @ Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Park, Chinatown HonoluluWed, Sep 24Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Park, Chinatown- HKF On the Rise Artist Anthony Pfluke at Duke's Beach House MauiSun, Sep 21Duke's Maui
In the Key of Aloha - Transcending Generations Inaugural Gala with Henry Kapono & FriendsSat, Sep 20‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Mark Yamanaka - Saturday at Don's Mai Tai BarSat, Sep 20Don's Mai Tai Bar- HKF Presents Ukulele Master Arlie Avery Asiu at Duke's Beach House MauiFri, Sep 19Duke's Maui
Duke's on Thursday with HKF On the Rise Artist Rickey KamaiThu, Sep 18Duke's Waikiki
Henry Kapono with HKF OTRs NinamarieBell & Ryan Hooley - Thursday at Don's Mai Tai BarThu, Sep 18Don's Mai Tai Bar
THE WILD HAWAIIAN at Manoa Valley TheaterWed, Sep 17Manoa Valley Theatre
Keiki to Legends: Kailua Music School Bands with special guest Henry KaponoTue, Sep 16Studio 50 Arts
Duke's on Sunday with Henry Kapono & OTR Artist Jacob Staron | 4:00PM to 6:00PMSun, Sep 14Duke's Waikiki
