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This Week in Kailua — Monday, November 2, 2026

Meetings, markets, and music happening around Kailua this week.

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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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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) (Organizer details)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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