> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.kailuatoday.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # This Week in Kailua — Friday, November 6, 2026 - URL: https://www.kailuatoday.com/this-week-in-kailua-friday-november-6-2026/ - Published: 2026-11-06T13:05:50.000Z - Updated: 2026-11-07T13:04:24.000Z - Description: Meetings, markets, and music happening around Kailua this week. - Author: Kailua Today - Tags: Newsletter Archive Tonight: Chef Amin’s Voyage pop-up and Jacob Staron at Koʻolau Distillery, Kama Kakaio at Nico’s and live music at The Garden. Saturday brings the Kalama Beach Club Holiday Artisan Fair, Sunday the farmers and Lōkahi markets plus NFL Sunday, and Tuesday a Marine Corps birthday party. Next Wednesday is Veterans Day, and libraries are closed. Confirm details with organizers before going. ## Today in Kailua ### Municipal parking-lot archaeological survey: partial closures **Friday, November 6 | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM (weather permitting)** Kailua Municipal Parking Lot, Aulike St/Maluniu Ave; one driveway stays open Today is the last scheduled day of the City’s survey. Up to eight stalls may close at a time and one driveway may close temporarily; alternate parking is across the street at 25 Aulike St. ([Organizer details](https://www.honolulu.gov/ddc/final-stage-of-archeological-survey-at-kailua-municipal-parking-lot-to-resume/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Keiki Jams **Friday, November 6 | 9:00 AM** The Garden, 44 Kainehe St The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Keiki Jams on Friday mornings. Check with the venue for program details. ([Organizer details](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ## Tonight in Kailua ### Voyage by Chef Amin at Koʻolau Distillery **Friday, November 6 | 5:00–9:00 PM** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 Food pop-up during tasting-room hours (open noon–9 PM Friday). From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Friday live music **Friday, November 6 | 6:00 PM** The Garden, 44 Kainehe St The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Friday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. ([Organizer details](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Kama Kakaio at Nico’s **Friday, November 6 | 6:00–8:00 PM** Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave Nico’s current music calendar lists Kama Kakaio from 6 to 8 PM. Cover and reservation details are not stated; confirm with the restaurant. ([Organizer details](https://nicoskailua.com/music/month/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Jacob Staron at Koʻolau Distillery **Friday, November 6 | 6:00–8:30 PM** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 Live music in the tasting room. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ## Coming Up This Week ### Kalama Beach Club Holiday Artisan Fair **Saturday, November 7 | 9:30 AM–2:30 PM** Kalama Beach Club, 280 N Kalaheo Ave The club’s annual craft fair features local artisans and holiday gifts. Its flyer notes free parking; the “sold out” notice refers to vendor spaces. Confirm admission details with the club. ([Organizer details](https://kalamabeachclub.com/events/annual-craft-fair/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Puahone at Koʻolau Distillery **Saturday, November 7 | 5:00–7:00 PM** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 Live music; Cosmic Tacos serves 5–9:30 PM. The tasting room is open noon–10 PM Saturday. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Saturday live music **Saturday, November 7 | 6:00 PM** The Garden, 44 Kainehe St The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Saturday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. ([Organizer details](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Walt Keale at Nico’s **Saturday, November 7 | 6:00–8:00 PM** Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave Nico’s current music calendar lists Walt Keale from 6 to 8 PM. Cover and reservation details are not stated; confirm with the restaurant. ([Organizer details](https://nicoskailua.com/music/month/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### KailuaTown Farmers Market **Sunday, November 8 | 8:00 AM–noon** 640 Ulukahiki St, adjacent to Adventist Health Castle FarmLovers lists this Sunday-morning market with local produce, prepared foods and crafts. Confirm vendor details with the organizer. ([Organizer details](https://www.farmloversmarkets.com/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### NFL Sunday at Koʻolau Distillery **Sunday, November 8 | 8:00 AM, 11:25 AM, 3:20 PM** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 The tasting room opens at 7 AM Sunday (until 7 PM) for the three NFL windows. Chef Amin serves 2:30–6 PM. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Lōkahi Kailua Market **Sunday, November 8 | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM** 340 Uluniu St The Sunday market lists its current location at 340 Uluniu St; the organizer says it relocates beginning Nov. 29\. ([Organizer details](https://lokahikailuamarket.com/location/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Paint & Sip with Paint For Your Soul **Sunday, November 8 | 12:00–2:00 PM** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 A guided painting session in the tasting room; ask the distillery about cost and sign-up. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Shane Kainoa at GOEN **Sunday, November 8 | 4:30–6:30 PM** GOEN Dining+Bar, 573 Kailua Rd GOEN’s official weekly schedule lists Shane Kainoa from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Confirm any changes and dining arrangements with the restaurant at (808) 263-4636\. ([Organizer details](https://www.royyamaguchi.com/goen-kailua?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Kominiko at Koʻolau Distillery **Sunday, November 8 | 4:30–7:00 PM** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 Live music in the tasting room. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Hoku Zuttermeister at GOEN **Monday, November 9 | 4:30–6:30 PM** GOEN Dining+Bar, 573 Kailua Rd GOEN’s official weekly schedule lists Hoku Zuttermeister from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Confirm any changes and dining arrangements with the restaurant at (808) 263-4636\. ([Organizer details](https://www.royyamaguchi.com/goen-kailua?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Cigar Night at Koʻolau Distillery **Monday, November 9 | 4:30–8:00 PM** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 Monday Cigar Night; the Bills at Vikings game airs at 5:15 PM. Bring your own food. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Monday live music **Monday, November 9 | 6:00 PM** The Garden, 44 Kainehe St The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Monday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. ([Organizer details](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Randy Allen at GOEN **Tuesday, November 10 | 4:30–6:30 PM** GOEN Dining+Bar, 573 Kailua Rd GOEN’s official weekly schedule lists Randy Allen from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Confirm any changes and dining arrangements with the restaurant at (808) 263-4636\. ([Organizer details](https://www.royyamaguchi.com/goen-kailua?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### USMC 251st Birthday Celebration at Koʻolau Distillery **Tuesday, November 10 | 5:30–10:00 PM** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 All branches and civilians are welcome. Don Fialkowski plays 6–9 PM, Whiskey Smoke 808 serves food 5–9:30 PM and Seaside Tattoos is on site; the ceremony is at 7 PM and cake at 8 PM. A free RSVP brings $5 off the bar tab and 25% off Pearl Harbor Legacy bottles, per the distillery. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Tuesday Trivia **Tuesday, November 10 | 6:00 PM** The Garden, 44 Kainehe St The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Tuesday Trivia at 6 PM. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. ([Organizer details](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Veterans Day: free tour for veterans at Koʻolau Distillery **Wednesday, November 11 | By booking** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 The distillery says veterans can book a free tour on Veterans Day and get 20% off bottles; booking is required. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/koolaudistillery/items/177635/calendar/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Chris Rego at GOEN **Wednesday, November 11 | 4:30–6:30 PM** GOEN Dining+Bar, 573 Kailua Rd GOEN’s official weekly schedule lists Chris Rego from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Confirm any changes and dining arrangements with the restaurant at (808) 263-4636\. ([Organizer details](https://www.royyamaguchi.com/goen-kailua?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Wednesday live music **Wednesday, November 11 | 6:00 PM** The Garden, 44 Kainehe St The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Wednesday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. ([Organizer details](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Kailua Farmers Market **Thursday, November 12 | 4:00–7:00 PM** Kailua Town Center parking lot (by Longs/CVS) The weekly Thursday-evening market lists produce, food and local vendors. ([Organizer details](https://kailuatownhi.com/weekly-events/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Holiday Sip + Shop **Thursday, November 12 | 4:00–7:00 PM** Around Kailua Town Kailua Town’s holiday kickoff promises festive sips, bites, live entertainment and shop promotions. Participating shops and conditions are not listed yet. ([Organizer details](https://kailuatownhi.com/events/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Kailua Water Quality Subcommittee: wetland-bird nesting islands **Thursday, November 12 | 5:30–7:00 PM** District Park Meeting Room, 21 S Kainalu Dr; Zoom in agenda The Neighborhood Board subcommittee will hear a Worcester Polytechnic Institute student presentation on floating nesting islands for native wetland birds in Kawainui. Old business includes storm-drain maintenance, Kapaʻa Quarry water-quality impacts and the Kaʻelepulu Pond pollutant limit (TMDL). ([Organizer details](https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/events/31-kailua-nb-kailua-water-quality-phpscd-subcommittee-meeting-8/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Kailua Transportation and Public Works Committee **Thursday, November 12 | 7:00–8:00 PM** District Park Meeting Room, 21 S Kainalu Dr; in person A Kailua Neighborhood Board committee meeting. See the posted agenda for items. ([Organizer details](https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/events/31-kailua-nb-transportation-and-public-works-committee-meeting-18/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Kailua Parks and Recreation Committee **Thursday, November 12 | 8:00–9:00 PM** District Park Meeting Room, 21 S Kainalu Dr; in person A Kailua Neighborhood Board committee meeting. See the posted agenda for items. ([Organizer details](https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/events/31-kailua-nb-parks-and-recreation-committee-meeting-19/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Thursday live music **Thursday, November 12 | 6:00 PM** The Garden, 44 Kainehe St The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Thursday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. ([Organizer details](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Trivia Night at Koʻolau Distillery **Thursday, November 12 | 7:00–9:00 PM** Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14 Weekly Thursday trivia in the tasting room. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685\. ([Organizer details](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) *Have an event, restaurant special, live music announcement, community notice, or story tip? 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