Runners carried a sanctified Lono staff around Hawaiʻi Island this week, pausing for prayers and feasts as communities welcomed the Makahiki season.

The Honolulu Theatre for Youth presents "Line, Circle, Sphere," an educational show promoting creativity at the Capitol Modern, with additional educational resources and performances for children with disabilities.

Hawai‘i's Ki‘i Kon Art Contest invites teens to reimagine their favorite book covers for a chance to win prizes, including a trip to meet a famous artist.

The DAGS invites the public to paint a community mural at the Kalanimoku Building's parking garage, led by artist-in-residence Solomon Enos, on Nov. 29.

Hilo’s Palace Theater celebrated its centennial with concerts and a silent‑film matinee while launching a renewed fundraising and volunteer push to restore the auditorium.

Production work in Hawaii has plunged since the pandemic as tax‑credit battles leave crews and studios idle. Lawmakers and a new film coalition are pushing fixes.

Wahiawā's Taste the Town event celebrates local food and culture with live music and a special appearance by chef Alan Wong. It features a large number of local businesses, trolley rides, and history tours.

SFCA's AITS program reaches over 100 Hawaii schools, enhancing arts education and facilitating student engagement and attendance, integrating arts with core subjects, and promoting personal and communal growth.

The SFCA has purchased fourteen artworks from local exhibits, including a significant sculpture "Kanaloa" by Rocky Jensen and works by other Hawaiian artists, enriching their collection focused on native culture and artistry.

Hawai'i State Art Museum is hosting free events including music nights, workshops, and festivities for all ages this fall, as per the SFCA news release.

The deadline for Hawaii's SFCA Community Arts Grants Program applications has been extended, offering extra time for local artists and nonprofits to apply for funds up to $15,000.

Hawaiʻi's Scholastic Art Awards are accepting submissions from students in grades 7-12 until December 12, 2025, with an exhibition for winners at Capitol Modern in 2026.

"Hawaiʻi State Art Museum exhibits 'Kaiāulu: Rising Together' with climate-focused art by local artists, starting October 3, combining cultural narrative with sustainability goals."