Kahoolawe 50: A Free Music Concert Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Kahoolawe Landing at HB Social Club | Hawaiian Brian's

On January 4, 2026, Hawaii will mark the 50th anniversary of the historic Kahoolawe landing, a defining moment in the modern Hawaiian movement when nine courageous activists — later known as the Kahoolawe Nine — defied U.S. military control and set foot on Kahoolawe to protest decades of bombing that had devastated the island and desecrated sacred lands.

To honor this milestone, the community is invited to a free, all-ages public event at Hawaiian Brian’s on Sunday, January 4, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The celebration brings together music, film, community organizations, and cultural expression to reflect on the legacy of Kahoolawe and the movements it inspired.

Doors open at 4:00 p.m. with community booths, nonprofit organizations, and specialty vendors offering commemorative items throughout the evening. HI Finest will release a special, limited-edition Kahoolawe 50th Anniversary clothing collection, created to honor the legacy of the landing and the enduring spirit of aloha ina. Additional nonprofit partners will sell anniversary-themed items, with proceeds supporting community-based cultural, environmental, and justice initiatives.

The event will include a Kahoolawe video tribute and historic reflections honoring those who risked everything to protect the island.
Music anchors the celebration, with performances by Raitea Helm and Ledward Kaapana, Jerry Santos, Kealamauloa Alcon, and The Vitals 808.

Artists: Raiatea Helm and Ledward Ka'apana, Jerry Santos, Kealamauloa Alcon, and The Vitals

Time: 16:00 - 22:00