Pitstop: 6/10/16
Friday June 10
Thunder From Down Under: Outback Fantasy Hawaii
BAMP Project presents Thunder From Down Under Outback Fantasy Hawaii 2016 Tour performing live at The Republik June 10-12. Each sexy performer embodies a different female fantasy and brings it to life, turning your wildest dreams into reality. This isn’t the type of show you just sit and watch – Thunder is a fully interactive experience. The blokes dance on tabletops, make their way through the crowd and even select a few lucky ladies to join in the fun on stage. Show starts at 7 p.m. and admission ranges from $39.50-$59.50. (bampproject.com)
37th Annual Pan-Pacific Festival
The 37th annual Pan-Pacific Festival, a celebration of cultural traditions of Hawai‘i, the Pacific Rim and around the world, will run from June 10 to 12 at various locations throughout Honolulu. The three-day festival consists of a ho‘olaule‘a (block party) complete with live entertainment on multiple stages, food, crafts and more. The celebration continues with Performing Arts Showcases, featuring cultural performances and demonstrations. Visit website for event schedule and more. All events are free and open to the public. (pan-pacific-festival.com)
The Aggrolites Return
Los Angeles’ notorious dirty reggae band returns to Anna O’Brien’s. Openers include SMITZ and more. Tickets are $15 presale and $20 at the door. More information online. (808shows.com)
Doolin Rakes Live
Honolulu’s top Irish punk band Doolin Rakes performs at Downbeat Lounge starting at 9 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. Prior to Doolin Rakes, Dhevhan Keith plays from 6 to 8 p.m. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday June 11
Overcrowded Avenue Live
Eight50 Craft Beer and Whisky Bar in Pearl City presents Overcrowded Avenue playing the best original pop, reggae, funk and soul music. Show runs from 8 to 11 p.m. (454-1850)
Sailor Jerry Festival
808shows.com presents the Sailor Jerry Festival at participating venues around town including Old Ironsides Tattoo, Black Cat Tattoo, Nextdoor, Bar 35, Manifest Hawaii, Downbeat Diner & Lounge, Proof Public House and The Tiki at Scarlet. The Sailor Jerry Festival intends to be an annual event celebrating the life, interests, and incredible talents of Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins… or Norman Keith Collins, NKC, Old Ironsides, etc. Event starts at 5 p.m. and those 18 and older are welcome. Tickets are available online. (808web.wix.com/sailorjerryfestival)
Discover Art!
The Creative Art District presents “Discover Art” to feature artists and performers, stationed around the Chinatown community, to offer art classes, demonstrations and lessons. Activities will be interactive and geared toward children and families. Activities will include drawing, painting, music, dance, and theatre. (artsatmarks.com)
37th Annual Pan-Pacific Festival
The 37th annual Pan-Pacific Festival features performers from Hawaii and Japan. Today (June 11), a Japanese cultural showcase takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa; a performing arts showcase takes place from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Ala Moana Center’s center stage; a performing arts showcase takes place from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Waikiki Beach Walk plaza stage; and the 16th annual Pan-Pacific Hula Festival takes place at Kuhio Beach’s hula mound from 4 to 9:30 p.m. (pan-pacific-festival.com)
Negroni Week
Bevy hosts Negroni Week until June 12. Every Negroni and its variation served by participating bars across the nation donate $1 per drink to a charity. Bevy will be donating to OSPCA. (bevyhawaii.com)
Monday June 13
Soul Patrol Live
Soul Patrol performs live rock, blues and soul from 9 to 11 p.m. at Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu. Admission is free. (955-7383)
Tuesday June 14
Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu’s Birthday Celebration
Hard Rock Cafe is ready to party like it’s 1971! On June 14, 1971, Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton opened the first-ever Hard Rock Cafe in London and an iconic brand was born. To honor the brand’s founders, Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu celebrates from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (hardrock.com)
John Ridgeway and Smokestack & JT Live
James McCarthy presents John Ridgeway and Smokestack & JT performing live at Downbeat Lounge starting at 8 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Wednesday June 15
Waka Flocka Flame Live
BAMP Project presents Waka Flocka Flame performing live at The Republik. Waka Flocka, also known as Waka Flocka Flame, is a Southern rapper associated with Gucci Mane and his So Icey Entertainment enterprise. Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $33 in advance, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
The Hydrolites Live
Reggae group The Hydrolites play Downbeat Lounge starting at 9 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Thursday June 16
DJ Mustard Live
BAMP Project presents DJ Mustard performing live at The Republik. DJ Mustard, born Dijon McFarlane, is a DJ and producer. The Los Angeles-born native has coined the “ratchet” sound, bringing a hot, new and different sound to hip-hop. Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $45 general admission, plus applicable fees, with an increase the day of the show. (bampproject.com)
Tavana Live
Multi-instrumentalist Tavana rocks Downbeat Lounge stage with his blend of Hawaiian, blues, rock and Americana music. Music starts at 9 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
