SPECIAL EVENTS LIST
HEART of Honolulu Street Festival 2026
Join DAC and a variety of artists and arts organizations as we transform Nuʻuanu Avenue in Chinatown into a pedestrian district filled with art, live music, food, local vendors, performances, and more.
Free, outside on Nuʻuanu Avenue.
DAC WALKING TOUR: Art, History & Architecture in the HEART of Honolulu
Historian Gary R Coover and artist and educator Susan Hogan lead this walking tour of the HEART district of Downtown Honolulu. A unique way to experience the historical and artistic heritage of this area.
$20 per person, only 20 slots available—register ahead of time!
DAC STORYTELLING NIGHT with Special Guest Dean Carrico
Part of DAC’s monthly storytelling series in partnership with Honolulu master storyteller Jeff Gere.
Join Dean Carrico: punk musician, journalist, bartender, and author of "Dean’s List: Conversations with a 6am Bartender.”
$10 Per Person in the 2nd Floor Classroom.
DAC UNBIRTHDAY PARTY
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.
$20 per person in the DAC Classroom, register ahead of time!
QUIRKY CRAFTERS: Mini Charity Craft Show
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!
Free and open to the public in our 2nd Floor Classroom.
SUNDAY SESSIONS with The Three Of Us
Join us as Three of Us, featuring Nate Hatico, Katy Furuya& Brian Ishii, play both classics and lesser-known gems for your Sunday afternoon vibe.
Free admission, downstairs at DAC in Studio 1C.
PACIFIC RAVEN PRESS: Roots Poetry Festival
An unforgettable evening of poetry, creativity, and local talent!
$20 at the door in the DAC Classroom upstairs.