PAC It Up!

August 18, 2026

Photo courtesy of Dennis Fujimoto, The Garden Island

"DUKE" starring MOSES GOODS

Award-winning actor, writer and storyteller Moses Goods brings to life one of the most important and beloved figures in Hawaiian history in his acclaimed one-person show, "Duke." Through this poignant and powerful play, Goods portrays the remarkable life of Duke Paoa Kahanamoku — Hawaiʻi's first Olympic gold medalist, the father of modern surfing, and an enduring symbol of aloha, humility and the resilience of the Hawaiian people.

Duke Kahanamoku's life was nothing short of extraordinary. Born in Honolulu in 1890, he shattered world swimming records, won five Olympic medals across three Games, rode a wave off Waikīkī more than a mile atop a wooden surfboard, saved eight lives from a capsized yacht in southern California, appeared in more than two dozen Hollywood films, and served twelve terms as Sheriff of the City and County of Honolulu. He carried the spirit of aloha to every corner of the world — and brought the world to Hawaiʻi.

"In Hawaiʻi we greet friends, loved ones and strangers with Aloha, which means with love... Try meeting or leaving people with Aloha. You'll be surprised by their reaction. I believe it and it is my creed. Aloha to you." — Duke Paoa Kahanamoku

Friday, August 21, 6:30pm TICKETS

FREE Foreign Films

Saturday, August 22

1pm Italian WWII Romance Drama

3pm Greek/Italian WWII Comedy

FREE!

Congrats to KCC Carpentry Instructor

DUKE LANG

Making the NEWS!

Read all about it HERE

Kauaʻi CC students cultivate culture through conservation internship

Nā Pua Noʻeau Program Coordinator Mālia Chun

Leads a 5-Week Program for 10 Kauai High School Kids

Great story and Photos by KCC Marketing Director Caitlin Fowlkes

Read it HERE

The Kauai Concert Association

SINFONIA

2026-27 Season Opener!

Saturday, Sept 5, 7pm.

DVORAK New World Symphony

Special Guest Director: Tito Munoz

TICKETS

OLA PONO O KAUA`I This year's conference explores the strength of healthcare when we work together. Join Us and listen while healthcare professionals cover the area's of community healthcare workers, indigenous medicine, homelessness and mental health, on-island vs off-island services and much more.

FREE!

Sept 10. 8:15am-4pm.

TUMUA: Das How Tour - Kauai

Saturday, Sept 19

Tumua is a stand-up Comedian, podcaster, former collegiate athlete, actor, and social media personality. His online presence reaches over 700 thousand + followers combined. Tumua was born and raised on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. His social media sketches and stand-up bits are very well known in the Polynesian community throughout the world!

Tickets

Doors Open 5pm...Debate Starts 6pm

CIVIL BEAT Kauai Mayoral Debate

Friday, Sept 25, FREE!

Honolulu Theatre for Youth, Oct 1 & 2

KKCR Benefit Concert - Friday, Oct 9th

Experience an unforgettable evening celebrating the timeless music of Michael Jackson! This spectacular concert features a dynamic 10-piece live band and 10 incredible vocalists performing the King of Pop's greatest hits with energy, passion, and world-class talent.

From iconic classics to fan favorites, this tribute promises an electrifying performance that will have audiences singing and dancing all night long. Best of all, proceeds from the concert will benefit KKCR, our beloved grassroots radio station and local nonprofit organization, making this an evening of outstanding entertainment for a meaningful cause.

Join us for a night of music, celebration, and community as we honor the legendary music of Michael Jackson while supporting a worthy mission

Beer and wine available for purchase at event by local brewery Hawaii Standard Time Brewing. TICKETS

The Kauai Concert Association

presents

KELLI O'HARA

Kauai Concert Association presents Broadway Star Kelli O'Hara

Saturday, Oct 17, 7pm

Kelli O'Hara has established herself as one of Broadway's greatest leading ladies. The Tony Award winner, Emmy, SAG, and Grammy-nominated actress has appeared in twelve Broadway shows for which she has garnered nine Tony Award nominations.

TICKETS

ALBOROSIE & SHENGEN CLAN

Don't miss international reggae icon Alborosie & Shengen Clan live at Kauai PAC for an unforgettable night of contemporary roots reggae!

Sunday, November 15 TICKETS

The P.R.I.S.M. Club of KCC

presents

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW

Friday, Nov 20

Proceeds benefit P.R.I.S.M.

KCC Jazz Ensemble and Wind Symphony

WINTER CONCERT

Saturday, Dec 5th, 6:30pm

FREE!

KCC Symphony Orchestra

WINTER CONCERT

Sunday, Dec 6th, 3pm

FREE!

John Denver Christmas

Tues, Dec 29, 7:30pm

TICKETS

Rocky Mountain High Experience starring Rick Schuler, America’s Top John Denver Tribute is an unforgettable, magical, and intimate experience that will take you back to the ’70s when John Denver was everywhere. The superstar sold-out arenas from coast to coast, his music permeated the airways, he had 29 TV specials and starred in the smash hit "Oh God" not to mention the multitude of gold and platinum records he sold.

The show features all your favorite Denver hits including Rocky Mountain High,” “Sunshine On My Shoulders,” “Take Me Home County Roads,” “Leaving On A Jet Plane,” “Annie’s Song,” and “Thank God I’m a Country Boy,” just to name a few.

Schuler wondrously weaves in John’s heartwarming inspirational stories. Don’t miss the ultimate and incomparable event of the season as you’ll swear, you’re back in the ’70s with John Denver on stage.

David Sedaris, America’s best-selling humorist and social satirist, returns following the publication of his most recent book of short stories, “Happy Go Lucky”, and his first ever children’s book, “Pretty Ugly”. In his customary sartorial and humorous manner, David will make you laugh and think in equal measures, with all new, unpublished stories and commentary. As always, the reading will be accompanied by a pre and post-show book signing. TICKETS