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This Week in Kailua — Sunday, November 15, 2026

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

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Sunday brings the Lōkahi Kailua Market and the KailuaTown Farmers Market, the final show of Everyday Heroes of Hawaiʻi at Windward Community College, NFL Sunday at Koʻolau Distillery, Shane Kainoa at GOEN and Chris Rego at Nico’s. This week: the Planning, Zoning and Environment Committee on Tuesday, the Bellows cleanup board on Wednesday, the Thursday farmers market, Kalaheo’s state semifinal on Maui Friday, and the Mayor’s Craft & Country Fair and the start of Kailua Town’s holiday gift promotion next Saturday. Confirm details with organizers before going.

Today in Kailua

KailuaTown Farmers Market

Sunday, November 15 | 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 15 | 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)

Everyday Heroes of Hawaiʻi (final show)

Sunday, November 15 | 3:00 PM
Palikū Theatre, Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Rd, Kāneʻohe

Hawaiʻi Conservatory of Performing Arts presents seven original scenes about real-life local heroes, directed by Taurie Kinoshita. General admission is $25; $20 for seniors 62+, military, UH staff and DOE teachers; $15 for students (in person only). Recommended for ages 14 and up for staged violence and strong language. Box office: (808) 235-7315. (Organizer details)

Shane Kainoa at GOEN

Sunday, November 15 | 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)

NFL Sunday at Koʻolau Distillery

Sunday, November 15 | NFL game times; Chef Amin 2:30–6 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14

The distillery’s November schedule lists Sunday NFL watch parties, with Chef Amin serving 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)

Tonight in Kailua

Chris Rego at Nico’s

Sunday, November 15 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave

Nico’s current music calendar lists Chris Rego from 6 to 8 PM. Cover and reservation details are not stated; confirm with the restaurant. (Organizer details)

Coming Up This Week

Hoku Zuttermeister at GOEN

Monday, November 16 | 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)

Cigar Night at Koʻolau Distillery

Monday, November 16 | 4:30–8:00 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14

Monday Cigar Night in the tasting room. 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)

Monday live music

Monday, November 16 | 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)

Randy Allen at GOEN

Tuesday, November 17 | 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)

Friendsgiving with The Solo Cholo Show at Koʻolau Distillery

Tuesday, November 17 | 5:00–7:30 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14

A Friendsgiving evening with live music by The Solo Cholo Show 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)

Hōkū Zuttermeister at Nico’s

Tuesday, November 17 | 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)

Kailua Community and Government Engagement Committee

Tuesday, November 17 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Boettcher Estate Meeting Room, 248 N Kalaheo Ave; in person

A Kailua Neighborhood Board committee meeting, open to the public. See the posted agenda for items. (Organizer details)

Tuesday Trivia

Tuesday, November 17 | 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)

Kailua Planning, Zoning and Environment Committee

Tuesday, November 17 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Boettcher Estate Meeting Room, 248 N Kalaheo Ave; in person

The agenda lists discussion of the Kapaʻa Quarry landfill, municipal parking lot changes and a proposed Chick-fil-A. Committee discussion is not a board decision; see the posted agenda. (Organizer details)

Keiki Storytime & Whatevahs!

Wednesday, November 18 | 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 18 | 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 18 | 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 18 | 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)

Bellows Restoration Advisory Board public meeting

Wednesday, November 18 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Turtle Cove Reservations Bldg, 2nd floor, 220 Tinker Rd, Waimānalo

The Air Force invites the public to this meeting on the Military Munitions Response Program at Bellows Air Force Station. The notice gives no gate-access instructions; call (808) 259-8080 before going. (Organizer details)

Kailua Farmers Market

Thursday, November 19 | 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 19 | 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 19 | 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)

Trivia Night at Koʻolau Distillery

Thursday, November 19 | 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)

Kailua Public Safety, Public Health and Civil Defense Committee

Thursday, November 19 | 7:00–8:00 PM
District Park Meeting Room, 21 S Kainalu Dr; in person

The Neighborhood Board committee agenda lists school safety, water quality and leaching from the old Kapaʻa Landfill, coconut rhinoceros beetles and little fire ants, two proposed motions on school safety zones and emergency infrastructure reporting, and civil defense updates. Committee motions are recommendations, not board decisions. (Organizer details)

Keiki Jams

Friday, November 20 | 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 20 | 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 20 | 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)

Brandon Arnold at Koʻolau Distillery

Friday, November 20 | 6:00–8:30 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14

Live music listed on the distillery’s November schedule. 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)

HHSAA Division II semifinal: Kalaheo at Kamehameha-Maui

Friday, November 20 | 6:00 PM
Kanaʻiaupuni Stadium, Kamehameha Schools Maui campus, Pukalani, Maui

Unbeaten Kalaheo (11-0) plays two-time defending champion Kamehameha-Maui for a spot in the Nov. 28 Division II final at Mililani. Check HHSAA for tickets and broadcast details. (Organizer details)

Mayor’s Craft & Country Fair

Saturday, November 21 | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Blaisdell Exhibition Hall, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu

Kūpuna clubs from city parks sell holiday crafts and goods to raise funds at the fair’s 50th year. Entry is free; parking is $8. Bring a canned good for Hawaiʻi Foodbank. (Organizer details)

Walt Keale at Nico’s

Saturday, November 21 | 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)

Saturday live music

Saturday, November 21 | 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)

Kailua Town Holiday Gift with Purchase begins

Saturday, November 21 | All day (through Nov 29)
Participating Kailua Town merchants

Spend a combined $150 at participating Kailua Town merchants from Nov. 21 to 29 for a limited-edition luggage tag, one per person, 18 and older with ID, while supplies last. (Organizer details)

Looking Ahead

An Evening with Cole Brauer at Kaneohe Yacht Club

Wed, Dec 2 | 5:30 PM check-in; 6:30 PM talk
Kaneohe Yacht Club, 44-503 Kaneohe Bay Dr, Kāneʻohe

Kaneohe Yacht Club hosts An Evening with Cole Brauer, “Lessons from a Solo Journey Around the World,” on Wednesday, Dec. 2. Brauer, a former UH sailor, was the first American woman to race solo, nonstop and unassisted around the world, in the Global Solo Challenge, and wrote the memoir First Light. Check-in begins at 5:30 PM and the talk at 6:30 PM at the club, 44-503 Kaneohe Bay Dr. Tickets are limited and required: $30 for non-members (entry, a bento box dinner and one drink) and $15 for KYC members (entry and bento; member login required). Non-members, including hosted guests, may not buy drinks at the bar and must park outside the club. No books will be sold at the event; the club suggests buying ahead at local stores such as Book Ends Kailua. (Tickets and details)

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