Where Music Meets Impact
Supporting Live music experiences that empower Hawai‘i’s artists and strengthen Hawai‘i’s music community.
HKF Summer Music Series
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The Ritz-Carlton
O'ahu-Turtle Bay 6 - 9pm
Sunset Sessions brings live music from HKF’s On the Rise artists, for evenings deeply connected to our home in the islands Fri & Sat nights June 5 to August 15.
Free Admission
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Hawaii Kai Shipping Center
Kapono’s at the Lounge 8 - 10 pm
An intimate evening celebrating the voices, stories, & spirit of Hawaiʻi’s women in music through harmony, collaboration, & connection. Join Jenny Yim Friday July 10 & August 7.
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The Dish in Kailua
Kanikapila - Kata Maduli 6 - 9pm
Laid-back Hawaiian music & food series bringing together iconic local musicians, community, & old-school kanikapila vibes Every Friday, July 10 through August 28.
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Hawaii Kai Shopping Ctr
Kapono’s at the Lounge 8 - 10pm
Hawaiʻi’s iconic songs and artists, reimagined through storytelling & nostalgia, with HKF next-generation talent: Kailua Moon & Friends Friday July 17 & Aug 21.
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Hawaii Kai Shopping Ctr
Kapono’s at the Lounge 8 - 10 pm
Island paʻina blending country roots, paniolo spirit, & island music with award-winning singer-songwriter Kalaʻe Parish & special guests July 31 & Aug 28.
On Sale Soon
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Hawaii Kai Shopping Ctr
Kapono’s at the Lounge 8 - 10pm
For 3 soulful Friday nights, Tavana and special guests bring spontaneous jams, storytelling, and genre-crossing collaborations to the stage. August 14.
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Honolulu Zoo
Wildest Show 4:30 - 8 pm
Celebrating 40 years, the Wildest Show features live music, community, & family fun at the Honolulu Zoo. Featuring HKF OTR Artists: July 8, 15, 22.
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Hawaii Kai Shopping Ctr
Center Grounds 4 - 9:30pm
FREE EVENT-Live music, local shopping, food vendors, community partners, & family-friendly fun as we celebrate Independence Day weekend together.
HKF LIVE Year Round Music Series
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Outrigger Reef Hotel
Kani Ka Pila Grille 5 - 7pm
On the 1st Tuesday of every month, HKF’s On the Rise artists bring the next generation of Hawaiʻi’s music to the stage
Free Admission
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Outrigger Waikiki Beach
Duke’s Waikiki 4:30pm & 7pm
Enjoy an evening at Duke's Waikiki each Thursday, listening to the amazing music of HKF's On the Rise talented Artists
Free Admission
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Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Duke’s Beach House 12:30-2:30pm
Experience Aloha Friday Afternoons every week. Unwind with great vibes while listening to masterful ‘ukulele and guitar
Free Admission
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Hawaii Kai Shopping Ctr
Kapono’s at the Lounge 5-7:30pm
Pau Hana with a Purpose! Your Friday celebration gives back to HKF. Sip, snack, listen, & feel good making an impact
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Hawaii Kai Shopping Ctr
Kapono’s at the Lounge 5 & 8pm
HKF presents Saturdays Live - a monththly collaboration series, bringing artists across styles & generations, together to create something new.
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Royal Kona Resort
Don’s Mai Tai Bar 5 - 7pm
Showcasing the next generation of HKF On the Rise Artists in Hawaiʻi, on Saturdays at Hawaiʻi’s largest open-air dining room & oceanfront bar and incomparable sunsets.
Free Admission
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Hawaii Kai Shopping Ctr
The Velvet Monkey 5pm & 8pm
Hawaii Kai’s Speakeasy at Kapono’s at the Lounge, features two shows each Saturday with Hawaiʻi’s best and iconic talent in an intimate setting only found in Hawaii Kai.
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Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Duke’s Beach House 3 - 5pm
Sundays at Duke’s Beach House is the perfect way to kick back, relax and close the weekend with live island style music from HKF’s talented artists.
Free Admission
HKF Media Partners
Our HKF media partners play a vital role in uplifting Hawai‘i’s music community, generously providing platforms that amplify local artists, share their stories, and connect audiences to the heartbeat of our islands.
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HI Now Daily
Weekdays 3pm - 4pm
HI Now Daily supports Hawai‘i’s music scene by featuring local artists in engaging segments that spotlight programs, performances, and the people.
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HNN - Sunrise
Mornings 4:30am - 9am
Sunrise welcomes Hawai‘i based artists to share their music, events, and stories, helping introduce local talent into the homes across Hawai‘i.
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I Heart Radio - KSSK
92.3 KSSK and AM590
KSSK champions live music with special on-air features, interviews & live performances for local artists to promote new music, events, & programs.
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aio Companies
Power of Local Values
aio’s ‘Ohana: Hawai‘i, Honolulu, Hawai‘i Business Magazines, & ESPN Honolulu, suport local values, & leave the world a better place for future generations.
HKF LIVE
Powered by Partnership
HKF partners with venues and organizations to present live music series that create paid opportunities for artists, engage local audiences, and strengthen Hawaiʻi’s music community.
You Can Support Local Music
Visit our partner venues below and experience a HKF LIVE concert in person.
Bring Live Music to Your Venue
and support Hawaiʻi’s musicians.