The Porter Pavilion - Anaina Hou Community Park Kilauea
Experience Duke Paoa Kahanamoku’s life on Kauaʻi’s North Shore as Moses Goods delivers an intimate, one-person theatrical tribute at the Porter Pavilion. Book a night of Hawaiian history, music from The Liliʻu Project, and coastal air at Anaina Hou Community Park.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most visitors; you should be able to sit for 90+ minutes and manage short walks to parking.
Wildlife
History
Duke Paoa Kahanamoku was born in 1890 and became Hawaiʻi’s foremost swimmer and surfing ambassador; the show also references Queen Liliʻuokalani’s musical legacy through The Liliʻu Project.
Conservation
Anaina Hou emphasizes environmental stewardship—visitors should stay on paths, respect wildlife, and follow leave-no-trace principles to protect coastal habitat.
Anaina Hou Community Park
The Porter Pavilion - Anaina Hou Community Park Kilauea
Anaina Hou Community Park is a community-driven park on Kauaʻi that hosts cultural events, concerts, educational programs, and family attractions.
The park presents a mix of live music performances—ranging from ukulele gatherings and national touring bands to headline artists—alongside community-focused activities such as weekly Kanikapila jams, after-school music lessons for grades 6–12, and themed fundraisers. Guests can enjoy outdoor features like an 18-hole miniature golf course set within a Hawaiian botanical garden, a 9-hole night golf option, and performances staged at the Porter Pavilion. Events include fire-dance dinners, concerts by artists such as Melvin Seals & JGB, Jake Shimabukuro, Todd Rundgren, and touring bands like Steely Dead, as well as community fundraisers and specialty nights.
The park’s programming emphasizes cultural expression, music education, and family-friendly entertainment. Anaina Hou partners with local musicians, volunteers, and community organizations to produce weekly and seasonal offerings that connect visitors to Hawaiian plants, music traditions, and island history. Practical conveniences often cited in event descriptions include on-site cafés or food trucks, spacious resort lodging packages for specific concerts, and optional instrument rentals for lessons. The park hosts fundraising events and benefits that support community causes and new community spaces.
Events occur at Porter Pavilion in Kilauea and other park locations, featuring night golf, dinner buffets, ticketed concerts, and community-led jam sessions that welcome all skill levels.
Events Offered
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Concerts, golf, lessons, and fundraisers
Location Focus
Kilauea & Kauaʻi
Community park events on the North Shore
Community Programs
Music & Lessons
Kanikapila and after-school lessons
Venues
Porter Pavilion & Gardens
Concerts, fire shows, and mini golf
Book concert tickets, sign up for music lessons, or schedule a mini golf evening at Anaina Hou Community Park.
Arrive Early
Gates open before showtime—come early to secure lawn space, visit the Pavilion Kitchen, and settle before lights up.
Pack a Folding Chair
Chairs are allowed on the lawn but not inside the pavilion; bring one for comfort during the performance.
Expect a Light Bag Search
Have your ticket confirmation ready on your phone and avoid glass or outside alcohol to speed entry.
Carpool or Use Valet
Parking is limited; carpool or plan to use valet once lots fill to avoid long walks to the venue.
Folding lawn chair
Makes the lawn experience comfortable—chairs are not permitted inside the pavilion.
Light waterproof jacket
The event is rain or shine; a compact waterproof layer keeps you comfortable in coastal showers.
winter
Refillable water bottle
Empty bottles are allowed and can be refilled at onsite water stations to stay hydrated.
summer
Hat and reef-safe sunscreen
Protects against sun during pre-show arrival and while moving around the grounds.
summer