EVENT  SCHEDULE

2018 Public Event Schedule

The following was our schedule of public shows, appearances, and special events for 2018
Our show title for this year was

Paradise: Found!

Click here to return to this year's schedule

JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER

JANUARY EVENTS

Friday, January 12, 2018
13th ‘Uniki (Hawaiian Graduation)

6:00 - 10:00 PM
Arlington Heights, Illinois

Following a tradition since the revival of the Hula by Hawaii's last king, King David Kalakaua, we celebrate the Hula Graduation (known as ‘uniki) when a boy or girl completes his or her Hula training as a young student and accomplishes a life milestone reflective of entering adulthood in Hawaiian culture.

This is a formal occasion ~ Appropriate Attire Required
Doors open at 6:00 PM
Dinner Served at 7:00 PM
Cash Bar

Event held at
The Metropolis Ballroom

6 South Vail Avenue
Arlington Heights, Illinois

Call the Barefoot Hawaiian to inquire on ticket price and to purchase

Saturday, January 27, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge Dinner & Show

5:30 - 7:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

$36.50 (per person) provides the Dinner and Show package
Dinner is a Barbeque-based dinner of Pulled Pork, 
Hawaiian rice, Chicken & Steak Kabobs, Coleslaw, and Grilled potatoes.

     Each Barefoot Hawaiian show at the Hala Kahiki is different...      

New Costumes, Different Dancers, Lots of surprises that change with each performance.

Hala Kahiki dinner seating starting at 5:30 PM
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Reservations Required

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to make your reservation 
Business hours are on their web site

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

FEBRUARY EVENTS

Saturday, February 24, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge Dinner & Show

5:30 - 7:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

$36.50 (per person) provides the Dinner and Show package
Dinner is a Barbeque-based dinner of Pulled Pork, 
Hawaiian rice, Chicken & Steak Kabobs, Coleslaw, and Grilled potatoes.

     Each Barefoot Hawaiian show at the Hala Kahiki is different...      

New Costumes, Different Dancers, Lots of surprises that change with each performance.

Hala Kahiki dinner seating starting at 5:30 PM
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Reservations Required

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to make your reservation 
Business hours are on their web site

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

MARCH EVENTS

Saturday, March 31, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge Dinner & Show

5:30 - 7:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

$36.50 (per person) provides the Dinner and Show package
Dinner is a Barbeque-based dinner of Pulled Pork, 
Hawaiian rice, Chicken & Steak Kabobs, Coleslaw, and Grilled potatoes.

     Each Barefoot Hawaiian show at the Hala Kahiki is different...      

New Costumes, Different Dancers, Lots of surprises that change with each performance.

Hala Kahiki dinner seating starting at 5:30 PM
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Reservations Required

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to make your reservation 
Business hours are on their web site

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

APRIL EVENTS

SORRY, THIS PERFORMANCE SOLD OUT

Please see our performance in May further below for next Hala Kahiki show

Sunday April 29, 2018
Dance Your Okole Off

Des Plaines, IL
1:00 - 6:00 PM

Fund-Raising Event for Samaritan's Purse and for K9s for Warriors

4-1/2 Full Hours of Workshops and Activities
8 Total Workshops
One Low Price
All profits go to the charitable organizations

Tickets
$15 - Individual, Age 12 and over
$8 - Child, Age 11 and under

The Frisbie Senior Center

52 E. Northwest Highway
Des Plaines, IL 60016

Tickets only sold by/through the Barefoot Hawaiian
Download the Event Flier & Ticket Order Form Below

Dance Your Okole Off Event Flier & Ticket Order Form  (620K)

Ticket Sales Deadlines and Details

Mail in purchases close April 21 - Must be postmarked by that date
Walk-in Sales at the Barefoot Hawaiian Store/Office ends 3:00 pm Friday, April 27
Missed the above? Tickets may be purchased at the door at time of entry - Cash Only

News Media Coverage of this event:

Click here to read about this event in The Journal
Click here to download the PDF version of The Journal's story  (40K)

MAY EVENTS

Sunday, May 20, 2018
Lombard's Lilac Festival Parade

Lombard, IL
1:30 PM - Parade Begins

The Parade starts at Main and Wilson
(at the Glenbard East High School)
This year's theme: "Musicals of Stage & Screen"

Visit the official Lombard Lilac Festival Parade Web Site

SORRY, THIS PERFORMANCE SOLD OUT

Please see our performance in June further below for next Hala Kahiki show

JUNE EVENTS

Saturday, June 2, 2018
Summer Reading Program Kickoff

Marengo, IL
1:00  PM

The Marengo-Union Public Library kicks off it summer reading program today, Polynesian-style, with the Barefoot Hawaiian kicking off this summer's program with Polynesian dancing and everything Hawaiian.  Registration is required for the reading program and for this kickoff event. Visit the library web site to register.

Marengo-Union Library District

19714 E. Grant Highway
Marengo, IL 60152

Marengo-Union Public Library Web Site

Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Concerts on the Commons - The Barefoot Hawaiian

Warrenville, IL
7:00 - 8:30 PM

The Warrenville Public Library District provides it "Concerts on the Commons" series, tonight featuring the Barefoot Hawaiian with music and dance of the islands.  This is a free outdoor concert.  Picnics are welcome, sans alcoholic beverages.

Warrenville Public Library District
Bob Walters Commons

(Outdoor amphitheater between the Library and City Hall) 
28 W 751 Stafford Place
Warrenville, IL 60555
630-393-1171

Warrenville Public Library District Web Site
Warrenville Library Web Page for this Event

Saturday, June 9, 2018
New Lenox Library Show

New Lenox, IL
10:30 - 11:30 AM

"The Barefoot Hawaiian, an authentic Polynesian performing troupe, will bring the South Pacific to us. The group’s performance includes the world famous Hula dance and audience participation. Ancient traditions abound in the islands’ music and dance! Dancers will explain the customs and folklore of the islands. For all ages."

Free Event for Kids
Library Card and Pre-Registration Required to Attend
Register Online at their Web Site Below
This event is part of the library's Saturday Program

New Lenox Public Library

120 Veterans Parkway
New Lenox, IL

New Lenox Public Library District Web Site

Saturday, June 9, 2018
Summer Reading Club Kickoff

Des Plaines, IL
1:00 - 3:00 PM

The Des Plaines Library writes: "Join us for an afternoon of exotic travel to exciting destinations... without ever leaving the library! Drop in between 1:00 - 3:00 PM for an afternoon of crafts, games, entertainment, and more!  Travel to 4 out of 6 stations we'll have set up, and receive a prize while supplies last."

The reading club kickoff runs from 1:00 to 3:00 PM with the Barefoot Hawaiian providing entertainment from 2:00 to 3:00 PM.  

Des Plaines Public Library
2nd Floor

1501 Ellinwood St.
Des Plaines, IL 60016

Des Plaines Public Library Web Site

Saturday, June 16, 2018
The Taste of Des Plaines

1:00 - 2:00 PM

Performing on the Family Stage
Des Plaines Library Center
1501 Ellinwood Street
Des Plaines, Illinois 60016

Cost: FREE

Sponsored by the City of Des Plaines and various city event sponsors

Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Tuesday Family Festivals - Barefoot Hawaiian

Skokie, IL
7:00  PM

Come out to Oakton Park for a free Barefoot Hawaiian Show
Sponsored by the Skokie Park District
This show is part of their Tuesday Family Festivals Series

Skokie Park District
Oakton Park

4701 Oakton
Skokie, IL

Skokie Park District Web Site

ATTENTION
The following event has been cancelled

The following event has been cancelled due to rain by the event operator

The charitable cause, featuring the Barefoot Hawaiian performance
has been rescheduled and moved to the game on Sunday, June 24

Thursday, June 21, 2018
Aloha, Summer! Join the Fun!

Aurora, Illinois
6:30 - 8:00 PM

"Summer! Bring a picnic, a lawn chair and learn to hula with The Barefoot Hawaiian dancers. Make a lei to wear. We serve dessert! All ages welcome. If it rains, we picnic & hula inside!"

!!! Free Event !!!

Aurora Public Library - Santori Library Branch

101 S. River Street.
Aurora, Illinois 60506
630-264-4100

Aurora Public Library Web Site
Aurora Library Web Page for this Event

Saturday, June 23, 2018
Paradise: Found! Show
The 14th Annual Halau Concert

Des Plaines Park District
The Prairie Lakes Community Center Theater
515 East Thacker
Des Plaines, Illinois

This is a Barefoot Hawaiian Special Event
Enjoy an evening of Music, Entertainment, and More
One-Day, One-Show Only

Ticket Prices

At the door (cash only): Adults (13 and up): $19.00, Children (12 and under): $11.00

Discount for advanced purchases: Buy tickets in advance and save $1 per ticket, plus have three ways to pay
By Advanced Purchase: Adults (13 and up): $18.00, Children (12 and under): $10.00
Cash, Check, and Credit Cards accepted for tickets purchased in advance
(Infants and children under 1 year being held and not occupying a seat are free - no ticket required)
Advanced Tickets will go on sale May 23, 2018

All Tickets are General Admission - No reserved seating

This is a rare opportunity for the general public to see our 2018 Paradise Found show in indoor auditorium comfort and seating, entirely sponsored by the Barefoot Hawaiian.  All student divisions will be performing with special emphasis on our younger dancers.  This is the perfect opportunity to see what our students have learned this past school year.  The show will be supplemented with some special performances by dancers from professional dance troupe.  This complete and unabridged, "director's cut" of the show will run about 3 hours and is our best bargain of the year.

Visit our Multimedia Page to view 5-minute
summary videos of our shows from previous years.

Show Time: 7:00 – 10:00 PM
Theaters doors open at 6:00 PM
Show includes an intermission 

From 6:00 - 7:00 PM in the lobby outside the theater will be a bake and craft sale

Download the Complete Flier and Ticket Order Form (414K)
Download the Theater Seating Chart  (84K)

The following event is from a rescheduling of the Thursday,
June 21 game that was cancelled due to rain by the event operator

Sunday, June 24, 2018
Joliet Slammers vs. Traverse City Beach Bums Baseball Game

Joliet, Illinois
12:00 Noon

Come out and watch the Joliet Slammers play the Traverse City Beach Bums.  Game time is 1:05 PM.  But be sure to be out there by 12:00 Noon, because around that time or a little after, the Barefoot Hawaiian will be providing pre-game entertainment.  

Charitable Event

The Barefoot Hawaiian performance is all part of a fund-raiser in cooperation with the Joliet Slammers to raise funds for the Hawaii Disaster Relief Fund to help provide aid to families who were effected by the recent volcanic eruptions.  Two of the Slammers players are natives of Hawaii and are leading this charge to help affected families back in their home state.  Come out to help support this cause and watch a great baseball game in the process.  

Plus enjoy more fun at this game:  "Post-game, kids can run the bases and get full team autographs."

Visit the Joliet Slammers web site to purchase tickets for this game.  

Joliet Route 66 Stadium

1 Mayor Art Schultz Drive
Joliet, IL 60432

Joliet Slammers Web Site

Thursday, June 28, 2018
Wood Dale Public Library Show

7:00 - 7:45 PM

"Travel to the South Pacific with the Barefoot Hawaiians, [sic] an authentic Polynesian-style performing troupe. Immerse yourself in the customs and folklore of the Samoan, New Zealand, and Tahitian islands through dance and music."

Visit the library's web site for status of available openings
and for online registration for this free event

Expand "Workshops and Events" then click on "Calendar" 
then go to the Barefoot Hawaiian show on the date for information and registration

Wood Dale Public Library

520 N. Wood Dale
Wood Dale, Illinois
630-766-6762
The event is in Auditorium "A"

The Wood Dale Public Library Web Site

Saturday, June 30, 2018
Eyes to the Skies Festival

Lisle, Illinois
3:00 - 4:00 PM

The Barefoot Hawaiian will be performing in the Kids Area of the Eyes to the Skies Festival.  The Kids Area is at the Lisle Community Park along Short Street between Ohio Street and the east Branch of the DuPage River.  

Visit the web sites and web pages below for full details.

Eyes to the Skies Festival
Kids Area

1825 Short Street
Lisle, Illinois 60532

Eyes to the Skies Festival Web Site
Eyes to the Skies Festival Kids Area Web Site
Eyes to the Skies Festival - Barefoot Hawaiian's Show Event Web Page

Saturday, June 30, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge Dinner & Show

5:30 - 7:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

$36.50 (per person) provides the Dinner and Show package
Dinner is a Barbeque-based dinner of Pulled Pork, 
Hawaiian rice, Chicken & Steak Kabobs, Coleslaw, and Grilled potatoes.

     Each Barefoot Hawaiian show at the Hala Kahiki is different...      

New Costumes, Different Dancers, Lots of surprises that change with each performance.

Hala Kahiki dinner seating starting at 5:30 PM
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Reservations Required

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to make your reservation 
Business hours are on their web site

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

JULY EVENTS

Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Des Plaines Independence Day Parade

Des Plaines, IL
10:00 AM

The Barefoot Hawaiian entertains before the parade at 10:00 AM at the TV & video zone.  Then, we announce the commencement of the parade with the official blowing of the conch shells at 10:45 AM.  Finally, catch us anywhere along the parade route as we walk and perform in our own home-town parade.   

The City of Des Plaines is proud to announce this year’s Independence Day Parade theme: 
“Through the Decades...Music, Memories and Fun!” 

The parade starts at the intersection of Wicke and Center streets, runs north on Center to Prairie Avenue, east on Prairie, and then disbands at Prairie and Pearson Streets. 

Des Plaines July 4th Parade Web Page
Des Plaines Parade Map & Additional Details Web Page

Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Carol Stream Independence Day Parade

Carol Stream, IL
10:00 AM

The Parade route runs along Lies Road
from Country Farm Road east to Hampe Park 

Carol Stream Parade Web Site

Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Rail Cats vs. Chicago Dogs Double-Header Baseball Games

Gary, IN
5:00 PM

An awesome way to spend your Fourth of July Evening.  Enjoy a double-header with the Rail Cats vs. the Chicago Dogs, First Game time is 5:00 PM.  Somewhere between 7 and 8 PM [estimated], between games, the Barefoot Hawaiian Fire Dancers will be lighting up the place with a fantastic fire show.  In addition to that is the Independence Day Fireworks Super Show, 4th of Juluau Pig Roast presented by Berey Bros, Classic Egg Toss Between Games, and “The Office” Day with Season Long Jersey Auction – “Goodbye Toby.” 

All this for tickets that range in price from just $7 to $11
Visit the Rail Cats Web Site to purchase your tickets

Rail Cats Stadium

1 Stadium Plaza
Gary, IN

Rail Cats Web Site

Tuesday, July 10, 2018
Lyons Public Library Appearance

Lyons, IL
10:00 - 11:00 AM

Please contact the library for more information on the details of the Barefoot Hawaiian appearance

Lyons Public Library

4209 Joliet Avenue
Lyons, IL 60534
708-447.3577

Lyons Public Library Web Site

Friday, July 13, 2018
Palatine Town Square Show

Palatine, IL
12:00 Noon

Sponsored by the Palatine Park District
This show will be held in the Palatine Town Square
Located in down town Palatine near the train station
To map it with mapping software, web sites, or GPS use the following address: 
40 N Brockway St, Palatine, IL 60067

Saturday, July 21, 2018
River Front Fest

8:00 - 9:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

It's River Grove's 130th Anniversary Celebration and they are doing it with their River Front Fest.  The River Front Fest runs the full three days the weekend of July 20-22, at River Front Park in River Grove.

The Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop (where we perform the last Saturday of each month for their dinner show) is one of the sponsors for this event and they are having a Tropical Drink Oasis in a large tent at the festival where the Barefoot Hawaiian will be performing from 8:00 to 9:00 PM on Saturday Night.

Visit the River Front Fest web site for exact details on exact location and fest parking.

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site
River Grove River Fron Fest Web Site

Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Gail Borden Library Picnic Dinner Show

Elgin, IL
Event Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Performance Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM

"Bring a picnic dinner to the library's west lawn at 6:00 pm. Beverage and dessert will be provided by the library. At 7:00 pm, The Barefoot Hawaiians will entertain with dynamic dances, dramatic drumming, vibrant costumes and display of customs from the islands. Watch the thrilling visual Poi Balls dance from New Zealand and the famous Hula dance from Hawaii."

Event will be held
at the Outdoor Stage on the West Lawn of
Gail Borden Public Library (Main Library)

270 N Grove Ave
Elgin, IL 60120

Gail Borden Public Library Web Site
Gail Borden Library's Web Page for this Event

Saturday, July 28, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge Dinner & Show

5:30 - 7:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

$36.50 (per person) provides the Dinner and Show package
Dinner is a Barbeque-based dinner of Pulled Pork, 
Hawaiian rice, Chicken & Steak Kabobs, Coleslaw, and Grilled potatoes.

     Each Barefoot Hawaiian show at the Hala Kahiki is different...      

New Costumes, Different Dancers, Lots of surprises that change with each performance.

Hala Kahiki dinner seating starting at 5:30 PM
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Reservations Required

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to make your reservation 
Business hours are on their web site

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

Sunday, July 29 , 2018
Summer in the Park

Town of Cicero, IL
5:30 - 8:30 PM

Throughout the summer, the Town of Cicero hosts it's "Summer in the Park" series at various locations in Cicero, with a wide range of fun activities and themed weeks for every interest in Cicero.

Today, Sunday, this event occurs at the Cicero Community Park and looks at Hawaiian culture and features two 45-minutes shows by the Barefoot Hawaiian.  The full evening of activities runs from 5:30 to 8:30 PM with the Barefoot Hawaiian shows at

1st Performance:  6:30 - 7:15 PM
2nd Performance:  7:30 - 8:15 PM

This is a free event.  Bring your blankets and/or chairs and enjoy the show

Cicero Community Park

34th Street and Laramie Avenue
Town of Cicero, IL

Monday, July 30 , 2018
Summer in the Park

Town of Cicero, IL
5:30 - 8:30 PM

Throughout the summer, the Town of Cicero hosts it's "Summer in the Park" series at various locations in Cicero, with a wide range of fun activities and themed weeks for every interest in Cicero.

Today, Monday, this event occurs at the Cicero Municipal Center and looks at Hawaiian culture and features two 45-minutes shows by the Barefoot Hawaiian.  The full evening of activities runs from 5:30 to 8:30 PM with the Barefoot Hawaiian shows at

1st Performance:  6:30 - 7:15 PM
2nd Performance:  7:30 - 8:15 PM

This is a free event.  Bring your blankets and/or chairs and enjoy the show

Cicero Municipal Center

4949 W. Cermak Rd.
(50th St. & Cermak Rd.)
Town of Cicero, IL

Tuesday, July 31 , 2018
Summer in the Park

Town of Cicero, IL
5:30 - 8:30 PM

Throughout the summer, the Town of Cicero hosts it's "Summer in the Park" series at various locations in Cicero, with a wide range of fun activities and themed weeks for every interest in Cicero.

Today, Tuesday, this event occurs at the Cicero Campus Park and looks at Hawaiian culture and features two 45-minutes shows by the Barefoot Hawaiian.  The full evening of activities runs from 5:30 to 8:30 PM with the Barefoot Hawaiian shows at

1st Performance:  6:30 - 7:15 PM
2nd Performance:  7:30 - 8:15 PM

This is a free event.  Bring your blankets and/or chairs and enjoy the show

Cicero Campus Park

18th Street and Laramie Avenue
Town of Cicero, IL

AUGUST EVENTS

Friday, August 3, 2018
Beach-Themed "End of Summer Reading Program" Party

Elburn, IL
5:00 - 7:00 PM

The Town and Country Public Library in Elburn closes out their Summer Reading Program with a Beach-Themed party.  The party runs from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, with the Barefoot Hawaiian putting on a show from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.  As a bonus, Scottie the Parrot will also be roaming the party providing patrons with an interactive experience.  The big event will be held outside on the Library grounds.

Town and Country Public Library

320 E. North St.
Elburn, IL 60119

Town and Country Library District Web Site

Saturday, August 4, 2018
Around the World

Arlington Heights, IL
2:30  - 4:30 PM

"Around the World" presented by Sprint is the 1 week countdown to the International Festival of Racing, and the Barefoot Hawaiian is representing the Hawaiian culture at this festival.   We will be performing around the whole festival area from 2:30 to 4:30 PM ending with a Fire Poi finale in the Winner's Circle.

Arlington International Racecourse

2200 W. Euclid Ave.
Arlington Heights, IL 60006

Arlington Park Web Site
Arlington Park "Around the World Festival" Web Page

Friday, August 10, 2018
3rd Annual Hawaiian Luau Night

Rolling Meadows, IL
7:30 PM

Rolling Meadows Park District writes: "Bring your favorite Hawaiian shirt, a swimsuit and an empty stomach to the Nelson Sports Complex pool for our 3rd annual Hawaiian Luau Night. We will have Hawaiian dancers, open swim for event attendees only, leis, tropical music, activities, and a pulled pork dinner buffet! 
You can register as an individual for $13/$15 (R/NR) or as a family of 4 for $45/$60 (R/NR).
Pool pass holders will receive a discounted price if they register at the Community Center. $5 off for the family of 4, $3 off for an individual registration and $2 off an additional family member."

Visit the web site and pages below to register for this event

Nelson Sports Complex

3900 Owl Drive
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
Pool: 847-818-3216

Rolling Meadows Park District Web Site
Rolling Meadows Hawaiian Luau Night Event Web Page

The following event is from a rescheduling of the Thursday, August 16
performance that was cancelled due to the threat of rain by the event operator

Attention
Due to rain predicted for Tuesday evening, August 21, the performance below
that was originally rescheduled for Tuesday was again rescheduled to
Wednesday, August 22, which is predicted to be a beautify and rain-free evening

Rescheduled
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Live at the Lake - Paradise: Found!

Des Plaines, IL
7:00 - 9:30 PM

It's the Barefoot Hawaiian "Paradise Found" show at beautiful Lake Opeka

The Des Plaines Park District Writes:  "Their show is always the highlight of the summer performance series—and for good reason!  They thrill audiences of all ages with their dynamic dances, dramatic drumming, and beautiful, vibrant costumes and props.  When the sun goes down, the fire comes out!"

Lake Park & Lake Opeka

At the Lee Street and Touhy (Rt. 72)
Des Plaines, Illinois
Free Admission
Bring your own lawn chairs
Hosted by the Des Plaines Park District
Part of the Des Plaines Park District's Summer Concert Series

Des Plaines Park District Web Site
Download the Des Plaines Park District 2018 Summer Playbook (12.1 MB)

Saturday, August 25, 2018
6th Annual Farewell to Summer Family Luau

Winnetka, IL
4:00 - 7:00 PM

Photo courtesy of Winnetka Park District

The Winnetka's Tower Road Beach Farewell to Summer Family Luau is on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend.  Get the family together and say goodbye to summer on Saturday , August 25, Luau style. Lifeguards will guard the water from 4:00 to 6:30 pm.  Food will be served throughout the event with the Barefoot Hawaiian providing live music from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. Then the night really gets exciting with the Barefoot Hawaiian's live luau dance and fire show from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. 

Winnetka Park District Writes:

"Mahalo! Let that cool Hawaiian breeze hit you as we wave goodbye to summer. Join us at Tower Road Beach for our sixth annual Farewell to Summer Family Luau. Enjoy dinner, swimming, and various activities with a show by The Barefoot Hawaiian dancers.

Please note: Tower Road Beach will only be open to those who have registered for the event. Elder Lane Beach will be staffed with lifeguards during the event and will be open to the public."

There is a fee required to attend and pre-registration is recommended through the Winnetka Park District, either in person or online to determine how much food will be needed for the event.  Deadline for registration is August 24.   Registration on August 26 is on-site only and all entry prices increase by $5.

Pre-Registering Farewell to Summer Luau Prices
All Beach Pass Holders:  $5
Residents w/o Beach Passes:  $10
Non-residents w/o Beach Passes:  $15

On-site Registrations: Add $5 to each of the above prices

New format for this year will feature "Cultural Stations"

The Barefoot Hawaiian will be running a “Polynesian Cultural Center”
with various stations that will be teaching Hawaiian, Tahitian, Poi, etc. 

For more information contact the Winnetka Park District via the information below.

Tower Road Beach
Located at Tower Rd. & Sheridan Road
Winnetka, IL

Winnetka Park District
540 Hibbard Rd
Winnetka, IL
847-501-2040

For your convenience we provide the following links related to this event

Winnetka Park District Web Site
Tower Road Beach Web Site
Farewell to Summer Luau Event Web Page

Saturday, August 25, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge Dinner & Show

5:30 - 7:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

$36.50 (per person) provides the Dinner and Show package
Dinner is a Barbeque-based dinner of Pulled Pork, 
Hawaiian rice, Chicken & Steak Kabobs, Coleslaw, and Grilled potatoes.

     Each Barefoot Hawaiian show at the Hala Kahiki is different...      

New Costumes, Different Dancers, Lots of surprises that change with each performance.

Hala Kahiki dinner seating starting at 5:30 PM
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Reservations Required

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to make your reservation 
Business hours are on their web site

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

Saturday, September 1, 2018
Buffalo Grove Days

1:45 PM
Buffalo Grove, Illinois

The Barefoot Hawaiian will be performing its show on the Main Stage this year !

Buffalo Grove Days 2018 is a 5-day event that runs from Wednesday, August 29 through Monday, September 3
The Barefoot Hawaiian show is on Saturday September 1 at 1:45 PM

Buffalo Grove Days is held at

Route 83 and Deerfield Parkway
in Buffalo Grove, Illinois

Buffalo Grove Days Web Site
(2018 Brochure not yet available [6/6/2018])

Note: At the posting of this entry (6/6/2018), the Buffalo Grove Days web site was not yet fully updated for 2018 and did not yet have its new brochure yet available, and the Barefoot Hawaiian appearance was not yet on their program schedule.  You are hearing about our appearance at Buffalo Grove Days here first.  When we learn that their new brochure for the 2018 event is available we will try to provide here direct from our web site for your convenience.

Saturday, September 1, 2018
Naperville's Last Fling - Family Fun Land

2:00 - 4:30 PM
Naperville, Illinois

Put on by the Naperville Jaycees, Naperville's "Last Fling" is among the largest weekend community events in all of Chicagoland, featuring many performances, activities, food, and a great amount of things to do spread across multiple locations in the art of Naperville.

The Last Fling event runs the entire weekend of August 31 through September 2.  The Barefoot Hawaiian appearance is part of the Family Fun Land section of the event, which also runs throughout the weekend, with the Barefoot Hawaiian provided activities on Saturday from 2:00 to 4:30 PM.

Barefoot Hawaiian Schedule of Events at Last Fling
Saturday, September 1, 2018

Polynesian Show: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Hula Lessons: 3:30 - 4:30 PM

"The Family Fun Land area provides a family-friendly atmosphere with: Pony Rides and Petting Zoo, Bounce Town Bouncies, Family Entertainment Stage, Crafts Area, Food and Beverages, Family-Focused Business Expo Booths and much more!."

The Last Fling's Family Fun Land is held at the Naper Settlement. 
Visit the web sites below for more information on the event and location.

Last Fling - Family Fun Land
Naper Settlement

523 S. Webster St., Naperville, IL 60540
630.420.6010

Naperville's Last Fling Web Site
Naper Settlement Web Site

Note: At the posting of this entry (6/6/2018), the Barefoot Hawaiian appearance was not yet on the calendar of activities or on the list of events on the above web sites.  You are hearing about our appearance at the Last Fling here first.

Saturday, September 29, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge Dinner & Show

5:30 - 7:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

$36.50 (per person) provides the Dinner and Show package
Dinner is a Barbeque-based dinner of Pulled Pork, 
Hawaiian rice, Chicken & Steak Kabobs, Coleslaw, and Grilled potatoes.

     Each Barefoot Hawaiian show at the Hala Kahiki is different...      

New Costumes, Different Dancers, Lots of surprises that change with each performance.

Hala Kahiki dinner seating starting at 5:30 PM
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Reservations Required

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to make your reservation 
Business hours are on their web site

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

OCTOBER EVENTS

Thursday, October 25, 2018
Luau: Huaka’i Hawai’i at the Lake Ellyn Boat House

Glen Ellyn, IL
6:30 - 9:00 PM

"Discover why Hawai’i no ka ‘Oi!.  Watch a performance of the world-famous Hula dance performed by The Barefoot Hawaiian dance troupe while learning about the customs, folklore, and ancient traditions of Hawai’i. Purchase dinner from food trucks on site. Doors open at 6:30 pm, performance begins at 7:30 pm."

Glen Ellyn Public Library
Lake Ellyn Boat House

400 Duane Street
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
630-469-0879

Glen Ellyn Public Library Web Site

Saturday, October 27, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge Dinner & Show

5:30 - 7:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

$36.50 (per person) provides the Dinner and Show package
Dinner is a Barbeque-based dinner of Pulled Pork, 
Hawaiian rice, Chicken & Steak Kabobs, Coleslaw, and Grilled potatoes.

     Each Barefoot Hawaiian show at the Hala Kahiki is different...      

New Costumes, Different Dancers, Lots of surprises that change with each performance.

Hala Kahiki dinner seating starting at 5:30 PM
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Reservations Required

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to make your reservation 
Business hours are on their web site

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

NOVEMBER EVENTS

Thursday, November 15, 2018
Glenside Public Library Performance

Glendale Heights, IL
7:00 - 8:30 PM

"Explore Hawaiian, Polynesian, and Tahitian culture through this exciting and interactive hula dance performance. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn some new moves of your own!"

Glenside Public Library
Meeting Room A and B

25 E Fullerton Ave
Glendale Heights, IL 60139
630–260–1550

Glenside Public Library Web Site
Download the Glenside Public Library Fall 2018 News Letter Listing this Event (25.4 MB)

Thursday, November 22, 2018
Uncle Dan's Thanksgiving Day Parade
(Chicago State Street Thanksgiving Day Parade)

8:00 - 11:00 AM

Barefoot Hawaiian's 20th Anniversary in this Parade!

New name, same great parade
The Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade has a new title sponsor this year.
Previously sponsored by McDonalds, it is now title sponsored this year by
Uncle Dan's Outdoor Store and is now known as Uncle Dan's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

This year, Barefoot Hawaiian will have over 70
(one of our largest ever) representatives in the parade and performing

Professional Fire-Knife Performers
Professional Dancers
Keiki Division Dancers
Wahine Dancers
Drummers
Banner Carriers

As has been Chicago's tradition, the Barefoot Hawaiian
is the only Hawaiian Entertainment company invited
to participate in the Chicago Thanksgiving Day parade.  

Parade Position: 13A

Watch us on Television Live on WGN-TV Channel 9
and WGN affiliate stations
Show Time: 8:00 - 11:00 AM

Visit
The Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade Web Site

Postscript Photo

The following is a photo taken as we participated in the parade

Saturday, November 24, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge Dinner & Show

5:30 - 7:00 PM
River Grove, Illinois

$36.50 (per person) provides the Dinner and Show package
Dinner is a Barbeque-based dinner of Pulled Pork, 
Hawaiian rice, Chicken & Steak Kabobs, Coleslaw, and Grilled potatoes.

     Each Barefoot Hawaiian show at the Hala Kahiki is different...      

New Costumes, Different Dancers, Lots of surprises that change with each performance.

Hala Kahiki dinner seating starting at 5:30 PM
Barefoot Hawaiian show time is 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Reservations Required

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to make your reservation 
Business hours are on their web site

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

DECEMBER EVENTS

Friday, December 14, 2018
"Hawaii comes to Chicago" at the 23rd Annual Christkindlmarket

Chicago, IL
1:00 - 2:00 PM

"Inspired by the Christkindlesmarket in Nuremberg, Germany, which began in 1545, the Christkindlmarket Chicago brings a cherished German and European tradition with international flair and local charm to Chicago. Chicago's largest open-air Christmas festival was first held on Pioneer Court in 1996."

The 23rd Annual Christkindlmarket Chicago runs continuously from November 16 through December 24.  The Barefoot Hawaiian will be bringing "Hawaii comes to Chicago" at the 23rd Annual Christkindlmarket on this date at the following location.

Daley Plaza
At the Richard J. Daley Center
50 W. Washington St
Chicago, IL 60602
312-603-2526

If you are closer to the western suburbs, be sure to check out the performance in Naperville on December 15

Christkindlmarket Web Site

Saturday, December 15, 2018
"Hawaii comes to Chicago" at the 23rd Annual Christkindlmarket

Naperville, IL
2:00 - 3:00 PM

"Inspired by the Christkindlesmarket in Nuremberg, Germany, which began in 1545, the Christkindlmarket Chicago brings a cherished German and European tradition with international flair and local charm to Chicago. Chicago's largest open-air Christmas festival was first held on Pioneer Court in 1996."

The 23rd Annual Christkindlmarket in Naperville runs on select days from November 23 through December 24.  The Barefoot Hawaiian will be bringing "Hawaii comes to Chicago" at the 23rd Annual Christkindlmarket on this date at the following location.

Naper Settlement
523 S Webster St,
Naperville, IL 60540 

Visit us at Naper Settlement, which is located 28 miles west of Chicago, close to interstates 88, 355 and 55. The outdoor museum is situated two blocks south of Jefferson Avenue, two blocks west of Washington Street, at the southwest corner of Aurora Avenue and Webster Street and across from the City of Naperville Municipal Center. In the center square of Naper Settlement you will find the Chrisktindmarket with its rich selection of gifts and beverages and holiday cheer. Enter through the main building or the gate on Aurora Street.

If you are in Chicago, be sure to check out the performance at the Daley Plaza on December 14

Christkindlmarket Web Site

! ! !  New Year's Eve Luau Party  ! ! !

Monday, December 31, 2018
Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
River Grove, Illinois

First Time in Over 20 Years that the Hala Kahiki will be Open on New Year's Eve

Event Summary
$150.00 (per person) for the New Year's Eve Package
Includes 4-course meal with drink pairings, 
Live Entertainment includes a Barefoot Hawaiian Special New Year's Eve Show, 
Limited-Edition Souvenir Stone Tiki Mug,
Champagne Toast at Midnight, and more.
Visit the Hala Kahiki web site for full details

This is a 21+ event.  No one under 21 years of age will be admitted.

Advanced Ticket Purchase Required

The Hala Kahiki writes: 
"DESCRIPTION: This event is designed on the vision of a mature NYE evening for folk wishing to escape the chaos happening everywhere else on NYE. Our Ohana (family) welcomes you with open arms to join our Aloha Spirit! EVERYONE must be 21 and have a valid US-issued photo ID. Tickets are non-refundable. ONE TICKET INCLUDES: 4 course meal with crafted cocktail pairings. Champagne Toast at Midnight. Live Hula Performance. Access to purchase additional cocktails between courses from a preset menu of our staff's favorite 6 cocktails. Limited Edition Hala Kahiki Stone Mug by TikiFarm. SEATING: Seating will be assigned to best fit. You may be at a shared table. Ticket quantities purchased together will be sat together. If you intend on sitting with another ticket purchaser, you must let us know ASAP. If you require special accommodations, please contact us before purchasing tickets as they are non-refundable. REFUNDS: All tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE. Please plan ahead."

Call the Hala Kahiki Lounge during their normal business hours to purchase your tickets 
Or, you may to purchase tickets online through the link on their web site
Business hours and more information including another ticket option are on their web site
No tickets are sold or available through the Barefoot Hawaiian

Hala Kahiki Lounge & South Seas Gift Shop

2834 River Road
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-3222
info.halakahiki@yahoo.com

Hala Kahiki Lounge Web Site

   To view and print forms and fliers on this page, you must have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. To download the free software from Adobe Corporation, click the icon: 

Web Site Link Notice:

Where available and related, we provide links to other web sites where our visitors can go to obtain more information about a particular event.  Please note that we provide this as a courtesy to our visitors.  When you click on one of those links you are leaving the domain of the Barefoot Hawaiian web site, and we can make no claim or statement regarding the content or accuracy of those web sites.   So you do not lose your place in this event list, we provide your visit to the new web site in a separate browser window. If you have a pop-up blocker installed on your computer, you must allow our web site to create pop-up windows.

Accuracy of Information Notice:

Please note that we provide the information on this web page as a service to the many followers, patrons, and audience members of the Barefoot Hawaiian.  We also provide this information as an added-value public relations service to our clients at no additional charge in an effort to help them promote their event.  Since our web pages are frequently scanned by all major search engines and receive good rankings, this contributes to increased success to our client.

In providing this service however, we must advise all our web visitors and patrons that event schedules, timetables, and certain entertainment details of an event may be changed by our client or the event's promoter — sometimes with little to no notice.  In some rarer cases, an event may be cancelled.

For events listed here that are run by or sponsored by the Barefoot Hawaiian, you have our assurance that we will make every effort to notify our customers of significant changes and to post them here immediately on this web site and keep our customers satisfied and returning.

For events listed here that are not run by us but instead are run by, sponsored by, or promoted by our client entirely, which represents most of the entries on this page, the Barefoot Hawaiian has no control or involvement in that event other than being hired entertainment.  Once we have been informed of a significant change or cancellation, we make every effort to post that information here promptly — usually within 24 hours.  For that reason, we suggest you check back with this web page often and especially a day or two before the event you were planning to attend.  You should also be checking with the event's promoter via telephone, email, or their web site for possible changes that may affect you.

Beyond this public information service, the Barefoot Hawaiian has no control, authority, or ability to handle matters or arrangements that were made between you and the event's manager.   For these, please contact the event promoter/manager/sponsor directly to resolve any business, arrangement, or issue you may have with them, or to forward all feedback to them whether complimentary or complaint.  If however,  you have a complaint of significance that you feel we should know about, see the feedback section of our Contact Page on providing us this feedback.