Pitstop: 2/5/16
Friday February 5
Mistress of Reality — All-female Black Sabbath
Anna O’Brien’s Club presents Mistress of Reality, an all-female Black Sabbath group. Mistress Of Reality is the world’s first all-female band to bring the look and sound of early Black Sabbath to the live stage. Doors open at 8 p.m. and music starts at 9. Tickets are available for $13, in advance. (holdmyticket.com/event/232564)
First Friday with Smokestack
Club Underground returns for another First Friday party with a live performance by Smokestack and dance music by DJ Ross Jackson and DJ Davey Shindig. Show starts at 9 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Thresholds Solo Photo Show
The ARTS at Marks Garage hosts Thresholds, a solo photo show by University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Outreach College and Pacific New Media. Expect exhibitions by local photogs Jon Shimizu and Leslie Gleim. Open during gallery hours. (956-8244)
Kokonut Crew Live
Lola’s Grill and Pupu Bar presents Kokonut Crew live, playing oldies, classic rock, and RnB from 7 to 10 p.m. Admission is free. (lolashawaii.com)
Saturday February 6
Burlesque Workshops
Paradise Tango hosts Academy of Tease’s burlesque workshops throughout the afternoon. Learn the art of the tease with Honolulu Burlesque sensation, Lola Love in this one day burlesque intensive. This workshop is suited for beginner and intermediate students. A dance background is not required. Burlesque Bump & Grind is $20 and takes place from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. This workshop will help you develop walking with grace and poise, posing, hip movements, the shimmy and the classic grind. Burlesque Sass and Tease is $20 and takes place from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. In this fun workshop you will learn about infusing burlesque movement with facial expression, eye contact and connecting with the audience to enhance your peels and reveals. Learn techniques that will help elevate your performance (for those with experience) or teach you the basics of stage presence if you are new to burlesque. A bundle cost of $35 is available for both classes. (academyoftease.com)
Sunset Mele on the Rooftop
Enjoy an evening of entertainment for the whole family at the Hawaiian Convention Center’s free Sunset Mele on the Rooftop series. Event begins at 5 p.m. with live entertainment by Kuaina. Minions screens at 6:30. Admission to “Sunset Mele on the Rooftop” is free. Parking at the Hawaii Convention Center for the event is $5 per vehicle. Outside food, beverages and coolers will not be allowed, however, guests are welcome to bring low beach chairs, mats and blankets. (943-3025)
Scarlet Cord Live
Pop-punk band Scarlet Cord headlines an all-night rock show in Downbeat Lounge that includes The Bitten, The Chronies, Scott Magz and The Instigators. Show starts at 9 p.m. and admission is $5 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Marc Carlos Live
Lola’s Grill and Pupu Bar presents Marc Carlos live, playing island contemporary, Hawaiian and pop from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Admission is free. (lolashawaii.com)
Bar 35 Celebrates 10 Years
Bar 35 is going 10 years strong and celebrates with a party starting at 6 p.m. This Saturday, Bar 35 celebrates ten years with Chinese lion dancers, some fireworks, special entertainment and prizes. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (bar35.com)
Sunday February 7
Autocross Season Opens
Aloha Stadium hosts autocross. Want to test your driving skills with your own car? Try solo competitive driving at the Hawaii region Sports Car Club of America event. There are more than 30 classes for male and female drivers. Visit SCCA online for more information, pricing and to register. (sccahawaii.org)
Super Ball Party
Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand hosts a Superbowl party starting at 1:30 p.m. There will be prize giveaways and $6 pitchers and $2 tight end shots, as well as a fantasy football party platter. (hulas.com)
Superbowl Celebration
Hard Rock Café hosts a Superbowl party starting at 11 a.m. for the pregame fun. Fans are encouraged to join Bud Light at Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu and cheer on their favorite team from any one of the cafe’s various television screens. VIP Packages are also available for purchase. (hardrock.com)
Monday February 8
FreeSound Band
FreeSound Band brings their blues and rock tunes to Hard Rock Café from 9 to 11 p.m. Admission is free. (396-8410)
Tuesday February 9
16th Annual Chinatown Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday
Get ready for an international celebration of indulgence in rhythm, dance, costume and fine food in the Chinatown arts district starting at 6 p.m. Authentic music and carnival cheer will be in abundance with Reggie Padilla & The Stella Bean Bass Band, as well as Batucada CDO (Brazilian percussion ensemble) and Aloha Samba, roaming about the neighborhood and performing inside each participating venue. A wristband gains you access to seven establishments — for those 21 and older. Wristbands are $5 presale and $10 at the festival. (mardisgrasclubcrawl.eventbrite.com)
Urchinz Play For Mardi Gras
Downbeat Lounge hosts Urchinz, Discord and Rye, and Serpico and the Sinners. Hosted by James McCarthy of Doolin Rakes, artists are curated for short sets allowing an intimate opportunity for listeners to hear some of their favorite musicians and singers reveal new material and establish favorites. Show starts at 8 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Wednesday February 10
Kaleidoscope with The Maneki Nekos, Ivory City and DJ Jet Boy
Honolulu’s longest-running indie rock night continues in February with Ivory City and The Maneki Nekos. Selections by DJ Jet Boy. Ivory City is a new indie rock group from Honolulu, influenced by M83, Explosions In the Sky and more. The Maneki Nekos’ sound could be described as bluesy garage-rock with a bit of soul, inspired by the likes of The Black Keys, The White Stripes, Radio Moscow, The Kills, and Band of Skulls. Show starts at 9 p.m. at Downbeat Lounge. (downbeatdiner.com)
Thursday February 11
Let’s Save Otto Cake
The Word Vomit and Downbeat Lounge present — Let’s Save Otto Cake — a fundraiser to help Honolulu’s favorite cheesecake chef recover from a recent renovation. Performances by 86 List, The Bougies, T.V. Microwave and Even Odders. Show starts at 9 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. (downbeatdiner.com)
Hula’s Presidents’ Day Weekend
Hula’s hosts a holiday party from 5 pm. to 2 a.m. It welcomes the 2016 Aloha Classic Inaugural Football Tournament and the Hawaii Gay Flag Football teams for the official kick-off. Featuring #Weho models Tyler Booth, Travis James and Montana. (hulas.com)
