Winter craft fairs
Nov. 13, 2016
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NOVEMBER
>> Sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El’s Holiday Craft Fair: 8: 30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 13, Temple Emanu-El, 2550 Pali Highway, with children’s show from 11: 30 a.m. to noon presented by students from the School of Jewish Studies. With approximately 25 vendors showcasing handcrafted gifts, homemade foods, jewelry and more at this multicultural event celebrating Judaica, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Call 595-7521 or visit
>> Holiday Boutique: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 13, St. John Vianney Parish, 920 Keolu Drive, Kailua, with handmade Christmas ornaments and crafts, wreaths, pillows, crochet items, kitchen crafts, baked goods, plants and more. Call 262-8317.
>> Diamond Head Arts & Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 13, Kapiolani Community College, 4303 Diamond Head Road, with more than 200 vendors. Presented by Hawaii Recreation and Parks Society. Call 683-6590.
>> Creations of Hawaii: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 13, Queen Kapiolani Park (corner of Monsarrat and Kalakaua avenues). With locally made arts and crafts, products and food items. Fundraiser for homeless awareness outreach programs. Call 735-4510 or visit
>> Creations of Hawaii: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 18-19, Pearlridge Center, Downtown, mall level. Features locally made arts and crafts, products and food items. Fundraiser for outreach programs involving education, cultural arts, cancer and homeless awareness. Call 735-4510 or visit
>> Da Craft Fair in Newtown: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 19, 98-1838 Piki St., Aiea. Features unique handcrafted items, upcycled artwork, mixed-media Christmas wreaths, Hawaiiana-themed trees, jewelry, clothing, baked goods, “weapons of marshmallow destruction,” plants and more. Call 232-7812 or email lfvoorhees@aol.com.
>> Cane Haul Road & Friends and Hawaii Potters Guild Holiday Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 19, Kuhio Elementary School, 2759 S. King St.; enter from Kahoaloha Lane. Features new T-shirt and dishtowel designs from Cane Haul Road, unique clothing, jewelry, tote bags, books from Bamboo Ridge, stationery, and handmade and wheel-thrown ceramics. Call 947-8466 or email canehaulroad@gmail.com.
>> Aliamanu Elementary Holiday Craft & Fun Fair: 8: 30 a.m. to 1: 30 p.m. Nov. 19, 3265 Salt Lake Blvd. Offering handcrafted items, games, food, door prizes, entertainment and more; petting zoo from 10: 30 to 11: 30 a.m. and horse rides from 9 a.m. to noon. Call 421-4280.
>> Annual Parker Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 19, Parker Church, 45-211 Waikalua Road, Kaneohe. Selling gift baskets, plants, baked goods, handcrafted jewelry and crafts, food and more. Free parking at Ben Parker Elementary School field. Call 247-3250 or visit
>> Mayor’s 42nd annual Craft & Country Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 19, Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall, with baked goods, white elephant sale, informational displays, entertainment and more. Also collecting canned goods for Hawaii Foodbank and unwanted eyeglasses and hearing aids for Honolulu Lions Club. Presented by Department of Parks and Recreation. Call 973-7258.
>> Lyon Arboretum Holiday Plant & Craft Sale: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 19, 3860 Manoa Road, with nurseries selling ti varieties, cactus, succulents, anthuriums, heliconias, gingers, tillandsias and other bromeliads, native plants, vegetable and herb plants and seeds, plus Hui Hana Hawai‘i’s fresh and dried holiday wreaths and arrangements, homemade ornaments, oshibana crafts, jams/jellies, Hawaiian honey, keiki activities and more. Free shuttle service at intersections of Poelua Street and Manoa Road, and Nipo Street and Manoa Road. Call 988-0456 or visit hawaii.edu/lyonarboretum/.
>> Mililani High School Athletic Booster Club Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 19 on campus. Vendors may email glenn_nitta@notes.k12.hi.us.
>> Aikahi Park Shopping Center’s Pre-Holiday Craft Fair & Toy Collection Drive: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 19, 25 Kaneohe Bay Drive. Also seeking donations of new or unwrapped toys and books for Toys for Tots Foundation. Visit
>> Local Artist Spotlight Holiday Bazaar: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 19, Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania St., with creations by local artists. Call 532-8700 or visit
>> Pearl City High School Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 20, 2100 Hookiekie St., with more than 100 booths. Proceeds to benefit Special Education Department. Call 307-5666 or email pchscraftfair@gmail.com.
>> 808 Craft & Gift Fairs: 10 a.m. Nov. 20, Moanalua 99 (99 Ranch Market). Features unique, specialty and practical items. Visit
>> Wiki Wiki One Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show: 10: 30 a.m. to 4: 30 p.m. Nov. 20, Neal Blaisdell Center Hawaii Suites. With 90-plus tables showcasing collectibles, antiques, estate jewelry, dolls, tribal art, kimono, furniture, toys, mid-century decor, Niihau shell lei, stamps, coins, prints, postcards and more. Cost: $4.50; $15 for early-entry access at 9 a.m. Visit
>> Honolulu Printmakers’ Impressions Print and Book Fair: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 25-27, Honolulu Museum of Art School, 1111 Victoria St. Visit
>> Windward Potters annual holiday sale: 8 a.m. to 2: 30 p.m. Nov. 26, Kailua Elementary School cafeteria, 315 Kuulei Road. Find unique holiday gifts including art pieces ranging from stoneware to raku. Call 383-9487.
>> Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives Holiday Craft Fair: 8: 30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 26, 553 S. King St., with 50 vendors featuring made-in-Hawaii crafts, food, Hawaiian crafting demonstrations and more. Call 447-3923 or visit
>> Kawaiaha‘o Church Holiday Food & Craft Fair: 8: 30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 26, 957 Punchbowl St. Call 469-3000 or visit
>> Hawaii United Okinawa Association Winter Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 26 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 27, Hawaii Okinawa Center, 94-587 Ukee St., Waipio Gentry, with local crafters, food, silent auction, andagi and a visit from Santa. Donate $5 for early-entry privileges 30 minutes prior. Call 676-5400 or visit
>> Santa’s Helpers Boutique: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 26 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 27, 871 Kainui Drive, Kailua. Offering blown-glass and other crafts, special soaps and lotions, lauhala, prints, holiday decor and more. Call 599-4545.
DECEMBER
>> East-West Center Annual Craft Fair: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 1-2, University of Hawaii-Manoa, Burns Hall, front courtyard, 1601 East-West Road. Features ethnic crafts, plants, jewelry, hand-sewn items, glassware and more. Parking: $5. Call 944-7111 or email ewcinfo@eastwestcenter.org.
>> Creations of Hawaii’s Winter, Holiday and Christmas craft fairs: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dec. 2-3, Pearlridge Center, Downtown (near Longs), with made-in-Hawaii products, artisans and prepacked foods. Additional dates include Dec. 9-10, Dec. 16-17. Fundraiser for homeless awareness, cultural arts and cancer programs. Call 735-4510 or visit bymela.vpweb.com.
>> St. Michael School’s Christmas Extravaganza: 4 to 9 p.m. Dec. 2, 67-340 Haona St., Waialua. With a craft fair, annual Christmas program, food booths, keiki games, silent auction and more. Call 637-7772 or email stmichaelhi@hawaii.rr.com.
>> 808 Craft and Gift Fairs: 8: 30 a.m. Dec. 3, Aliiolani Elementary School, Kaimuki. Features unique, specialty and practical items. Visit
>> Holiday Handcrafts & Collectible Bazaar 2016: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 3, 45-440 Koa Kahiko St., Kaneohe (behind Windward City Shopping Center). Selling nostalgic creations, Christmas pillows and collectibles, dish scrubbies, vintage linen, toilet paper covers and more. Fundraiser for Joyful Club Crafters. Call 247-4267 or email makaokukona@hawaiiantel.net.
>> Wahiawa Ryusenji Fujinkai Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 3, Wahiawa Ryusenji Soto Mission (next to Kaala Elementary School), 164 California Ave. Features homemade gifts for the holidays, jewelry, apparel, bags and purses, baby items and more, with food and entertainment by Ryugen Taiko, Na Papa Hula o Noelani and Kaala Japanese Language School. Call 622-1429.
>> Lanikai Christmas Craft Faire: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 3, Lanikai Community Park, with 100-plus vendors selling made-in-Hawaii crafts, artwork, jewelry, ceramics, paintings, photography, woodworks, food and more. Parking available at Lanikai School with free shuttle service. Sponsored by Lanikai Association. Email info@lanikaiassociation.org.
>> Christmas in Honolulu: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 3, Palolo Hongwanji, 1641 Palolo Ave. Sponsored by Wabi Sabi. Call 734-3693.
>> Mililani Town Association Winter Craft Fair: 4 to 9 p.m. Dec. 3, Mililani Rec 5, 95-1101 Ainamakua Drive. Features more than 70 vendors, a food arena, massages, giveaways and more. Free parking and shuttle service from Mililani Park & Ride. Visit mililanitown.org.
>> Quilts, Crafts, Plants: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 3-4, 46-384 Kahuhipa St., Haiku Village, Kaneohe. Email netter000@gmail.com.
>> Kalama Beach Club’s Holiday Artisan Fair: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 3, 280 North Kalaheo Ave., Kailua, with more than 40 booths showcasing local handcrafted goods, holiday items, rare jewelry, home accents, weaving and fiber arts, clothing, food, plants, soaps and more. Call 262-5995 or email info@kalamabeachclub.com.
>> Windward Holiday Craft & Gift Fair and Taste of Castle: 9: 30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 4, Castle High School. Features unique gift items, free chair massages, Chinese lion dance, food demonstrations, door prizes and more, with $1 mini plates of homemade family recipes. Benefit for Project Graduation 2017. Vendor spaces available. Call 554-9620 or email windwardholidaycraftfair@gmail.com.
>> An Evening in Waipio: 5: 30 to 9 p.m. Dec. 7, Hawaii Okinawa Center, 94-587 Ukee St., Waipio Gentry, with food, andagi, a silent auction and an appearance by Santa. Presented by Hawaii United Okinawa Association. Call 676-5400 or visit
>> Moiliili Senior Center Collectibles & Holiday Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 8, Moiliili Community Center, 2535 S. King St., Room 209. Find valuable collectibles and handcrafted items created by seniors. Call 955-1555.
>> A Christmas Fantasy Art & Craft Sale: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 9-11, Gallery ‘Iolani, Windward Community College. Features items created by students and community members, including paintings, prints, photographs, fiber art, wearable art, jewelry, wall hangings, greeting cards, Christmas decorations and more. Proceeds to benefit Gallery ‘Iolani’s programs and events. Call 236-9155 or visit
>> St. John Vianney School Christmas Craft Fair: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 10, 940 Keolu Drive, Kailua. Interested crafters may email dsousa@sjvkailua.org.
>> 808 Craft and Gift Fairs: 8: 30 a.m. Dec. 10, Aiea Elementary School. Features unique, specialty and practical items. Visit
>> Moanalua High School Winter Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 10, 2825 Ala Ilima St. Additional parking available at Aliamanu School with free shuttle service. Interested vendors may call 738-5088 or email craftfair@mohsmusic.com.
>> Waikiki Holiday Fair: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 10, Jefferson Elementary School, 324 Kapahulu Ave., with made-in-Hawaii products, games, entertainment and more. Sponsored by Creations of Hawaii. Call 735-4510 or visit
>> Christmas Craft Fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 10, Moiliili Community Center, Hidden Treasures Thrift Store, 2535 S. King St. Find bargains on items such as vintage and costume jewelry, Ming’s jewelry, ikebana vases, hula supplies, plants, hapi coats, reusable bags, plantation grass slippers, fabric wallets and luggage tags, handmade feather hair picks, Christmas ornaments and more. Vendor spaces available. Call 942-0595.
>> Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 10 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 11, Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall. Showcasing books, apparel, jewelry, crafts, food, gourmet gift section with prepackaged gift baskets, holiday pop-up shops, year-end inventory specials from manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers and retailers. Admission: $4 for adults; $3 for students, military and seniors ages 60 and older; free for ages 12 and under with paid adult. Call 223-6040 or 732-6037; or visit
>> McKinley High School Christmas Craft & Gift Fair: 9 a.m. to 2: 30 p.m. Dec. 11, school cafeteria. Sponsored by McKinley’s band and orchestra programs. Call 282-5000 or email kkmateo@yahoo.com.
>> 808 Craft and Gift Fairs: 10 a.m. Dec. 11, Pearl City Shopping Center. Features unique, specialty and practical items. Visit
>> Season’s Best Christmas Craft & Gift Fair: 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 16; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dec. 17; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 18, Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall, with more than 250 vendors. Cost: $3. Call 683-6064 or visit
>> Holiday Crafts Fair at North Shore Country Market: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 17, Sunset Beach Elementary School. Features made-in-Hawaii items, jewelry, photos, art, flowers, produce and more, with hula performance and entertainment by Ron Artis II. Call 234-9421.
>> Mililani High School Athletic Booster Club Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 17, on campus. Interested vendors may email glenn_nitta@notes.k12.hi.us.
>> Rainbow Bonsai Club’s annual Christmas Bonsai Fair and Exhibit: 9 a.m. to 1: 30 p.m. Dec. 18, Noelani Elementary School, 2655 Woodlawn Drive, Manoa. Bonsai tree displays and sale of plants, bonsai tools and accessories. Call 531-1862 or email keoni@mail.com.
>> 808 Craft and Gift Fairs: 10 a.m. Dec. 18, Moanalua 99. Features unique, specialty and practical items. Visit
ONGOING
>> Art on the Zoo Fence: Weekends through Dec. 31, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. along Honolulu Zoo fence, 2760 Monsarrat Ave., Waikiki. Call 372-9578 or visit
>> Fishcake Pop-up Fishmarket: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays, through Jan. 31 at South Shore Market, 1170 Auahi St. Selling locally handcrafted items and gifts. Call 593-1231 or visit
>> Art School Holiday Sale: Nov. 18-27 (except Nov. 24), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Honolulu Museum of Art School, 1111 Victoria St.; opening reception Nov. 18, 5: 30 to 8 p.m., with Holiday Sale Party Nov. 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. Features 2,500 items created by nearly 100 students and instructors, including ceramics, glass works, baskets and weaving, vases, containers, jewelry, metal works and more. A portion of proceeds benefit the school. Call 532-8700 or visit
>> Holiday Shoppe @ Moanalua 99: Features daily mini pop-up vendors, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, 1151 Mapunapuna St. Presented by 808 Craft and Gift Fairs. Visit