> ## 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 — Monday, November 2, 2026 - URL: https://www.kailuatoday.com/this-week-in-kailua-monday-november-2-2026/ - Published: 2026-11-02T13:06:34.000Z - Updated: 2026-11-03T13:05:28.000Z - Description: Meetings, markets, and music happening around Kailua this week. - Author: Kailua Today - Tags: Newsletter Archive Monday starts the City’s parking-lot survey in Kailua town, with Hoku Zuttermeister at GOEN this afternoon and live music at The Garden tonight; Nico’s is closed today. This week’s highlights include Election Day on Tuesday, Kalaheo’s OIA Division II championship game Thursday and the Kalama Beach Club Holiday Artisan Fair on Saturday; confirm details with organizers before going. ## Today in Kailua ### Municipal parking-lot archaeological survey: partial closures **Monday, November 2 | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM (weather permitting)** Kailua Municipal Parking Lot, Aulike St/Maluniu Ave; one driveway stays open The City’s survey runs Monday through Friday, Nov. 2–6\. 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)) ### Hoku Zuttermeister at GOEN **Monday, November 2 | 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)) ## Tonight in Kailua ### Monday live music **Monday, November 2 | 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)) ## Coming Up This Week ### General Election ballot drop-box deadline **Tuesday, November 3 | By 7:00 PM** Kailua District Park, 21 South Kainalu Dr Ballots must be received by 7 PM on Election Day. The Kailua District Park drop box is available during park hours through 7 PM; Honolulu Hale and Kapolei Hale voter service centers are open 7 AM–7 PM with same-day registration. ([Organizer details](https://elections.hawaii.gov/2026-proclamation/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Randy Allen at GOEN **Tuesday, November 3 | 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)) ### Tuesday Trivia **Tuesday, November 3 | 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)) ### Hōkū Zuttermeister at Nico’s **Tuesday, November 3 | 6:00–8:00 PM** Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave Nico’s current music calendar lists Hōkū Zuttermeister 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)) ### Keiki Storytime & Whatevahs! **Wednesday, November 4 | 10:00–10:30 AM** Kailua Public Library, 239 Kuulei Rd The library’s recurring Wednesday program offers stories and activities for young children. Library schedules can change; confirm before going. ([Organizer details](https://www.librarieshawaii.org/event/keiki-storytime-whatevahs-2-2025-09-10-2025-12-17/2026-10-28/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Chris Rego at GOEN **Wednesday, November 4 | 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 4 | 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)) ### Jesse Kaawa at Nico’s **Wednesday, November 4 | 6:00–8:00 PM** Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave Nico’s current music calendar lists Jesse Kaawa 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)) ### Council: 60 Kaʻapuni Drive SMA permit request (RES26-220 CD1) **Thursday, November 5 | 10:00 AM** Council Chamber, Honolulu Hale, 530 S King St; remote testimony in agenda The Council agenda includes a Special Management Area major permit resolution for two dwellings, an attached garage and a pool at 60 Kaʻapuni Drive. Agenda placement is not final approval. ([Organizer details](https://hnldoc.ehawaii.gov/hnldoc/document-download?id=29504&ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Kailua Farmers Market **Thursday, November 5 | 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)) ### Thursday live music **Thursday, November 5 | 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)) ### Greg and Darrel at Nico’s **Thursday, November 5 | 6:00–8:00 PM** Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave Nico’s current music calendar lists Greg and Darrel 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)) ### Kalaheo vs. Kaiser: OIA Division II Football Championship **Thursday, November 5 | 6:30 PM** Farrington High School (Skippa Diaz Stadium), 1564 N King St, Honolulu Unbeaten Kalaheo (9-0) meets Kaiser (7-2) for the OIA Division II title. The OIA lists general admission at $12; tickets are sold through GoFan, and payment is card or mobile only. ([GoFan tickets](https://gofan.co/app/school/HI50316?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ([Organizer details](https://www.oiasports.com/sports/football?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Kailua Neighborhood Board No. 31: stormwater update **Thursday, November 5 | 7:00 PM** District Park Multipurpose Room, 21 S Kainalu Dr; WebEx in agenda The agenda includes a Kaʻelepulu stormwater plan update and a Red Hill Registry presentation. Written testimony is encouraged by 7 PM Tuesday, Nov. 3; the agenda is not an approval notice. ([Organizer details](https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/events/31-kailua-nb-regular-meeting-2026-07-02-2026-08-06-2026-09-03-2026-10-01-2026-11-05/?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)) ### 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)) ### 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)) ### 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)) ### 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)) ### 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)) *Have an event, restaurant special, live music announcement, community notice, or story tip? Email us at* [*news@kailuatoday.com*](mailto:news@kailuatoday.com)