Pitstop: 8/7/15
Friday August 7
MMA Bouts
Star Elite Cagefighting hosts a night of action packed fights at FilCom. In the main event, Johnavan Vistante goes head to head against David Douglas, while Clint Daniels and Raymond Lopez make up the co-main event. Jonah Estrella makes his pro debut against Richard Barnard, and Kendra Linn and Laura Mejia fight for the women’s 125-lbs. MMA title. Spectators can expect MMA, pankration, kickboxing and more. More information online. (starelitecagefighting.com)
4th Annual Pacific Ink and Art Expo
For the fourth year, Blaisdell Exhibition Hall hosts the Pacific Ink and Art Expo featuring a showcase of live tattooing. Scheduled to appear and tattoo live in house will be (subject to change, of course) John Monk (Outlaw Country), Roman Abrego (Ink Master), Oliver Peck (Ink Master), Tatu Baby (Ink Master) Mark Logenecker (Ink Master), Big Ceeze (Ink Master), Big Gus (Tattoo Nightmares) and more. The expo runs Aug. 7-9. For times and more information, check online. (hawaiitattooexpo.com)
Sailor Jerry’s First Friday Bikini Fashion Show
Downbeat Lounge hosts a bikini fashion show as part of First Friday starting at 9 p.m. Performing are All Time Low, Gnaraly, Davie Shindig and Ross Jackson. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday August 8
Pennywise Live
The Republik, 8 p.m. show, $32/general admission, in advance, plus applicable fees, increase day of show. If you think you know Pennywise, think again. Though the band has made a name for themselves over the past 26 years as a politically minded, melodic hardcore act who have sold millions of albums. (bampproject.com)
Female Comics of Hawaii
Downbeat Lounge hosts the funniest ladies in Hawaii starting at 8 p.m. Headliner Brandi Morgan is joined by Erika Swartzkopf, Porscha, Autumn, Jasmine Bautista and Mindy Lipton for a night of laughs. Come and hear them tell tales of awkward dating, crazy husbands and more. Cover is $10. (downbeatdiner.com)
Serpico & The Sinners Live
Downbeat Lounge hosts 7 Pair sof Iron Shoes, along with Serpico & The Sinners and The Maneki Nekos. Formerly known as Prospectors, Serpico & The Sinners maintain their style of country grunge. Show starts at 10 p.m. and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
8/8 Party
Anna’s hosts an Aug. 8 party featuring Liv, Delta Fleet, The Wreck and special guests. Music starts at 9 p.m. and cover is $5. (facebook.com/annaobriensclub)
Business For The Soul Retreat
Femfessionals Honolulu hosts a women’s retreat for business owners featuring wellness and empowerment presentations, yoga, group hypnosis and a penthouse party. Cost is $199 for the two-day retreat. Price includes workshops, meals, cocktails and a chance to win raffle prizes. Register by today (Friday). (britt.yap@gmail.com)
Sunday August 9
All Time Low Live
The Republik, 8 p.m. show, $29.50/general, in advance, increase day of show, plus applicable fees. These class of 2006 high school graduates have spent most of their high school careers developing their sound, refining their live sets and gaining valuable recording experience through their years in All Time Low. And they’re exiting their senior years with the talent and knowledge in hand to take their craft seriously, primarily via the release of their Hopeless/Sub City debut, Put Up Or Shut Up. (bampproject.com)
I Killed The Prom Queen
Australian metalcore band I Killed The Prom Queen makes an appearance at Hawaiian Brians. The group features Jona Wienhofen formerly of Bring Me The Horizon & Bleeding Through. Doors open at 6 p.m. and tickets are $25. (underworldevents.com)
Sunday Funday
Ward Warehouse, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., free. Featuring a unique monthly shopping experience showcasing Hawaii’s talented local small businesses and artists. (artandflea.com)
Tuesday August 11
Fuji’s Funhouse Game Night
Fun and games ensue at Anna’s starting at 9 p.m. with drink specials. Fuji hosts. Fun starts at 9 p.m. and admission is free. (facebook.com/annaobriensclub)
Wednesday August 12
Wedding Workshop
The Wedding Café, 6-8 p.m., free. Free seminar for brides and grooms that focus on one aspect of wedding planning. This week featuring bridal fashion and ceremony planning. (theweddingcafe.com)
Darts
Enjoy playing darts? Meet at Mo-Joe’s Sports Bar & Grill at 8 p.m. for a night of fun and join a league that fits your weekend schedule. (234-6656)
Trance Plant Patience Live
Downbeat Lounge hosts Trance Plant Patience and all her bedroom folk tunes. Joining her are pop-rock group The Bougies. Kaleidoscope is an indie music concept created by Josh86 and DJ Vagina in 2003, to showcase local bands that fall outside of the mainstream. Music starts at 9 p.m. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Auto Lunch Bunch
Auto Lunch Bunch takes place at Ala Wai Boat Harbor’s Hawaii Yacht Club and this time features American luxury cars. Comedian Andy Bumatai discusses “In the Car and Toolin’ Around” and his Cadillac ELR. Cost for the lunch is $15. RSVP by email. (edracers@aol.com)
