Pitstop: 12/29/17
Friday December 29
Mahi‘ai Kekumu Live
Mahi‘ai Kekumu and special guest Gj perform live at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
Preston Kauwe Live
Preston Kauwe performs for happy hour at Downbeat Lounge. He’ll take the stage from 6 to 8 p.m, and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday December 30
Pop-Up Symphony
SALT at Our Kaka‘ako welcomes the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra for its first ever Pop-Up Symphony at 5 p.m. Maestro JoAnn Falletta will conduct this complimentary, live performance, which is the first in the HSO’s Pop-Up Series. Visit website for more information. (saltatkakaako.com)
Serpico & The Sinners and Raised by Wolves Live
Country-grunge group Serpico & The Sinners play Downbeat Lounge with Raised by Wolves starting at 9 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Sunday December 31
Rock-A-Hula
Rock-A-Hula presents Midnight New Year’s Rockin’ Eve from 9:45 p.m. to 12:45 a.m. Countdown to the New Year with a special “Rockin’ Eve with Elvis” show at Rock-A-Hula! You’ll ring in 2018 with our brand new show, gourmet dinner, glass of champagne, special party favor and exciting meet-and-greet with the cast. Dinner packages range in price. Visit website for more information. (rockahula.com)
Doctor P Live
Spend New Year’s Eve with Electric Palms Hawaii and Doctor P live in Honolulu at The Republik. Any true fan of electronic music should instantly recognize Doctor P, aka Shaun Brockhurst, as one of the original godfathers of the bass-driven dubstep movement. Show starts at 9 p.m., and tickets are $20-$30 general admission, plus applicable fees. (jointherepublik.com)
SKY New Year’s Eve
Unmask 2018 in sexy, seductive style at SKY WAIKIKI, Rooftop Restaurant, Lounge and Nightclub. Guest DJ William Lifestyle returns to spin. Tickets start at $150 and includes entry, pupu, a hosted bar and more. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets available online. (skywaikiki.com)
Crisco Disco New Year’s Eve 2018
Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand presents Crisco Disco New Year’s Eve 2018 starting at 8 p.m. Ring in the New Year with hostess Candi Shell and Hula’s head DJ KSM. Admission is free before 9 p.m., and $20 at the door. (923-0669, hulas.com)
Eighth Kingdom
LUX Vip Events presents Eighth Kingdom, New Year’s Eve at Rumfire at Sheraton Waikiki. Featuring oceanside views of the fireworks, as well as live music by DJs Evil One, Paul Brandon, Jem and Jimmy Taco. Event runs from 8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Get tickets — $150-$200 — and more information online. (newyearsevehonolulu.eventbrite.com)
New Year 2018 at Bevy
Ring in the New Year at Bevy, with music by DJ Bloke, DanceMachine, Davey Shindig and Gnaraly. Take part in a midnight champagne toast and get an excellent view of the fireworks. Event runs from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. (bevyhawaii.com)
Soulgasm NYE
Soulgasm presents its annual New Year’s Eve party starting at 9 p.m. at Hawaiian Brian’s Crossroads venue. It’s the longest-running house party in the state, and features local artists, DJs, dancers and more. Soulgasm will welcome special guest DJ Cecil of Bembe, thePeople, SKIN
Worldwide, and resident DJs Funky Brewster, Matt Kee and Kentaro. Tickets are $15-$18 online and $20 at the door. Early discounts also are available. (soulgasmnyehawaii.brownpapertickets.com)
The Countdown 2018
The Countdown 2018, New Year’s Eve at Stripsteak Waikiki ushers in the new year on the third floor of the grand lanai at International Marketplace. Event starts at 10 p.m., featuring Soulection DJ Whooligan performing live while Blaise and Flash host the party. Critically acclaimed local DJ Delve, will open the evening. Tickets are $20-$40, and final general admission is $50. (eventbrite.com)
Party Of The Year
Attend the party of the year with Cutting Edge. They’ll be performing at Aloha Tower Marketplace for New Year’s Eve. Get tickets online. Event starts at 7 p.m. (nyehawaii.com, 479-4841)
Karaoke Party
Downbeat Lounge presents a New Year’s Eve karaoke party starting at 9 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Tuesday January 2
Rising Melody
Biku Shimabuku presents The Rising Melody in Downbeat Lounge with live original sets by singer-songwriters. Event starts at 8 p.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Jared Ming Live
Jared Ming takes the stage at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand with Gj. Event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
Wednesday January 3
Vincent Royo Live
Vincent Royo takes the stage at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand with Gj. Event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
Thursday January 4
7 Pairs of Iron Shoes Live
Join howlin’ rockers 7 Pairs of Iron Shoes as they take the stage in Downbeat Lounge with special guest Weatherball. Event starts at 9 p.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Tim Rose Live
Tim Rose takes the stage at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand. Event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
