Saturday, April 25 from 5-8 p.m., $20 at the door.

Pacific Raven Press presents Roots Poetry Festival, an unforgettable evening of poetry, creativity, and local talent in the DAC Classroom!

Hear the captivating words of several incredible local poets, as they read their latest works.

Find out more at pacificravenpress.co

Sunday, May 3 from 3-5 p.m. in the first floor Studio 1C

Join us for Sunday Sessions with Three of Us, featuring Nate Hatico, Katy Furuya & Brian Ishii! They'll be playing some classics and some lesser-known gems for your Sunday afternoon vibe.

This event, hosted in partnership with Guitar Foundation of Hawaii, is FREE and open to the public, but donations are welcomed!

*POSTPONED to Saturday, May 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Save the date for our next HEART of Honolulu Street Festival! We invite artists and arts organizations to take to the streets, as we shut down Nuuanu Avenue in Chinatown and open it to pedestrian traffic for everyone to experience and enjoy the HEART of the Chinatown Arts District, including art, live music, food, creative local vendors, performances and more.

Sunday, May 17 from 2-4 p.m. in the DAC Classroom, $20 per person.

Celebrate the magic of transformation at this whimsical afternoon event inspired by butterflies. Walk the red carpet into a vibrant gathering featuring live music by local band ESD (Every Single Day), creative art activities, and complimentary pizza, cookies, and tea. Browse the galleries, try a bilateral butterfly drawing, make a wish on melting paper, and take home a little surprise. A joyful experience for all ages, made possible by the generous support of Nohea Gallery, J. Dolan's, the Guitar Foundation of Hawaii, and Aloha Graphics.

Upcoming Tour Dates:

-Saturday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Meeting Place: Downtown Art Center, 1041 Nuuanu Ave (Chinatown Gateway Plaza building) Second Floor Main Gallery/Lobby

$20 per person, limit 20 people per tour.

Downtown Art Center (DAC) offers a unique way to experience the historical and artistic heritage of the HEART district of downtown Honolulu with this walking tour, led by Historian Gary R. Coover, author of "Pocket Walking Tour of Honolulu's Royal Mile,” and veteran artist and educator Susan Hogan.

Sunday, May 24 in the 2nd floor Classroom, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. FREE and open to the public!

Join Quirky Crafters for a fun day with friends, as you shop from a curated collective of local crafters, while also helping to support local charities!

Every First Friday evening of the month, DAC joins other creative organizations in the Chinatown Arts District with special art activities, performances, make & take crafting projects, exhibition opening receptions, artist meet & greets, and more!

Every First Friday of the month from 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Art Center (all spaces)
FREE and open to the public!

Photo: Dancers from IONA Contemporary Dance Theatre

Every First Sunday of the month, DAC and Guitar Foundation of Hawaii, led by veteran music coordinator and musician Terry Oyama, team up to host live music by different local bands and musicians. These performances are FREE and open to the public! Refreshments available from the DAC donation bar.

Every First Sunday of the month, from 2-4 p.m.
DAC Studio 1C (first floor)
FREE and open to the public (donations welcome)

Photo: Veteran Honolulu musician Bobby Nishida