24 | Friday

Christmas Eve

THE HOLIDAYS

Santa Claus, arriving by outrigger canoe, 4:30 p.m., Gray's Beach, Waikiki; free. 923-2311.

Christmas Eve Dinner Concert, with Jay Larrin, 6 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Kauai Ballroom; $55. 371-2910.

Christmas Eve Show, dinner buffet with Da Braddahs and Kanilau, 6-9:15 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom; $55*. 955-4811.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Kimo Opiana, 1-4 p.m., Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar. 947-2900.

Ben Vegas, Maila and Albert, contemporary, 5:30-9 p.m., Gordon Biersch; also, eightOeight, 9-12:30 a.m. 599-4877.

Simple Souls, contemporary, 7-10 p.m., Kincaid's. 591-2005.

Joy Waikoloa and Friends, contemporary, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.

The Mamala Bay Riders, with Darrell Aquino, 8:30-11:30 p.m., The Cheesecake Factory. 924-5001.

Hunky Santa, proceeds benefit the Life Foundation, 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Last in Line, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and older. 941-0424, ext. 12.

Paradise XS, power rock, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Tropics in Kailua; 21 and older. 262-3343.

Dave Young and Friends, contemporary/rock, 10 p.m.-midnight, Onstage Drinks and Grinds. 306-7799.

DANCE VENUES

Pau Hana Friday, 4:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Ocean Club; 23 and older. 531-8444.

Ladies Night Out, with DJs Frankie, G-Man, Euphorik and Big John, 8 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; 21 and older. 924-3939.

$5 Pitchers and Rubba Slippas, presented by Vertical Junkies, Stone Groove and Soljah, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Hard Rock Cafe; 18 and older. 955-7383.

AGN Fridays, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., The O Lounge. theolounge.com.

Forbidden City, funk, soul, hip-hop, deep house, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 260 Lewers St.; 21 and older. 923-0202.

Get Crunk Fridays, with Master Mind Entertainment, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Reign Night Club; 21 and older. 597-1996.

Viper Room, hip-hop, R&B, booty, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Blue Tropix; 18 and older. 944-0001.

Wonder Lounge: The New Chapter, with DJs Nalu, Byron the Fur, ShawnG and Gary-O, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Wonderland at the W Honolulu; 21 and older. 922-3734.

DJ Dancin' Adam, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; also, country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

Club 25, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Sansei Restaurant and Sushi Bar; 25 and older. www.imfvisions.com.

Get Fresh!, with DJs G-Spot, Compose and Eskae, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine; 21 and older. 521-2900, 591-3500.

The Sauce, with DJs Delve.Oneder, XL and Charles Lee, 10 p.m-2 a.m., Chai's Island Bistro; 21 and older. 585-0011.

Flesh, '80s/gothic/industrial night, 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m., Galaxy Nightclub. www.honoluluclublife.com.

Foreplay Fridaze, with Rick Rock Productions, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline Cafe; 18 and older. 589-1999.

Freak-e Fridays, hip-hop, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; 18 and older. 951-8671.

The Next Level, underground hip-hop, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf; 21 and older. www.quadmag.com.

A New Beginning, with DJ Billy G, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Red Lion Nightclub; 21 and older. 389-3216.

Komomai's Kaneohe, hip-hop, R&B, reggae, old-school with DJ Billy G, 10:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Komomai; 21 and older. 389-3216.

Blend, deep house with Reid, Eugene and Kawika, 11 p.m.-2 a.m., Kai, 1427 Makaloa St.; 21 and older. 944-1555.

Afterhours, house, trance, techno and hip-hop, 2:30-6 a.m., Galaxy Nightclub. www.honoluluclublife.com.

Club 301, house, mash-up, smooth hip-hop, 3-8 a.m., Paradise ShowClub; 21 and older.

CLUBS

Big Chill, '60s and early '70s music, 5-9 p.m., Rumours. 955-4811.

Stardust, with Rocky Brown, Jimmy Funai and Brian Robertshaw, 7:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Shirley Walker Band, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

La Zona Latina, Latino/Mexican dance party with Wally Rita and the Latin Amigos, 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Panama Hattie's; 18 and older. 485-8226.

Black Garter Café, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Bikini's Sportsbar & Grill. 737-6446.

Piranha Brothers, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Red Degree, with Mike Galmiche, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

Gender Bender Lip Gloss Revue, 9:30 p.m., Fusion Waikiki; also, The Men of Fusion Male Revue, 11:30 p.m. 924-2422.

Contraband, classic rock, reggae, motown, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Sand Island R&B. 847-5001.

TRK, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.

LOUNGE ACTS

Cory Oliveros and Shanelle, 7:30-9 a.m., Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. 922-2511.

Kahalepuna Duo, 8-10 a.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Surf Room. 923-7311.

Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Herb Ohta Jr., with David Kamakahi, 3:30-6:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics. 949-4321.

Maunalua, 4-6 p.m., Duke's Canoe Club Waikiki. 922-2268.

Wayne Takamine, 4-8 p.m., The Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.

Art Kalahiki and Mike Saffery Duo, 4:15-7:15 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Fred and Joe Yuen, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Roland Chang, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Eric and Brien, Hawaiian duo, 5-7 p.m., DFS Galleria Waikiki. 931-2655.

Chicago Bob Morgenweck, 5-8 p.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 5-8 p.m., Pacifico Grill. 394-5555.

Guy Imoto, Hawaiian, 5-8 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

Po'okela, with Kanoe Miller, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without A Key, 923-2311.

Tiki Malua, 5-8:30 p.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Jeanette Trevias, Winston Raval and Tommy Arsisto, jazz, 5:30-8 p.m., Star of Honolulu. 983-7827.

Pu'uhonua Trio, with hula, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Zanuck Lindsey and A2Z, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

Tito Berinobis, contemporary, 6-8:30 p.m., Chart House. 941-6660.

Victoria Stringer, 6-8:30 p.m., Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

Chris Sayers, acoustic guitar, 6-9 p.m., New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.

Black Sand, jazz, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.

Sam and Keiki, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Kimo Todd, Hawaiian, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Sam Choy's Diamond Head Restaurant. 732-8645.

Nihoa, Hawaiian and contemporary, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.

Soul Bucket, Hawaiian, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 6:30-10 p.m., Hy's Steak House. 922-5555.

Nathan Aweau, of Hapa, 7-9 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Boogie, blues, 7-10 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

The Bruce Hamada Trio, jazz, 7-10 p.m., All Star Hawaii. 955-8326.

Don Conover, piano, 7-10 p.m., Chuck's Original Steak House, Beachwalk at Helumoa. 923-6111.

J.P. Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, blues, 7-10 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.

Rubber Soul, Beatles music, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Keith Scott, piano/vocals, comedy and sing-alongs, 7 p.m.-midnight, Da Smoke House. 946-0233.

Kahua, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Blue Canoe, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Roy's Restaurant. 396-7697.

Betty Loo Taylor Trio, with vocalist Sydette Sakauye Stanton, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

Dennis Ah Yek, Hawaiian and contemporary, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Kit Samson and Al Romero, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.

Ron Miyashiro, traditional Hawaiian and Broadway, 8-11 p.m., Pagoda Hotel, LaSalle Lounge. 941-6611.

Olomana, with Jerry Santos, Willy Paikuli and Ryan Tang, Hawaiian,

8 p.m.-midnight, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Paradise Lounge. 949-4321.

Clai and Amie, 8:30 p.m., Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

Ginny Tiu, piano, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Winston Raval and Miles Jackson, piano and bass, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Tradewinds, oldies, 9-10:30 p.m., Hawaiian Hut. 941-5205.

The Buddy Makapagal Quartet, big band, 9 p.m.-midnight, Lewers Street Jazz Loft; 21 and older. 922-5715.

Dean & Dean, contemporary, 9 p.m.- 1 a.m., Chart House. 941-6660.

The Mixers, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Rod Tanu and Vince Mendoza, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Stumbletown, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Haumea Warrington, 10 p.m.-midnight, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Brendan, 1:30-3:30 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

25 | Saturday

Christmas

THE HOLIDAYS

Christmas Celebration, luncheon and carols, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., River of Life Mission, 101 N. Pauahi St.; free (donations of food or gifts welcome). 524-7656.

Downtown City Lights Trolley Ride, with dinner buffet, 6:30 p.m., Dave & Buster's; $35. 589-5008.

Honolulu Boy Choir Christmas Day Concert, dinner show, dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 8, Royal Hawaiian, Monarch Room; $69.50* dinner show, $39.50* show only. 931-8383.

SPECIAL EVENT

"Stomp!," international percussion show, 8 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and Dec. 31; 3 and 7 p.m. Sunday and Jan. 2; 5 and 9 p.m. Thursday and Jan. 1; $25-$50*. 528-0506.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Kahalepuna Duo, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Royal Hawaiian, Surf Room. 923-7311.

Metal Show, with Foresaken Foreskin, Piece of Junk and Dagra, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Pink Cadillac. 946-6499.

Mike Bowers of Rustic, 8 p.m.-midnight, O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Rock 'n' Roll Soul, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Harrison, emo/alternative, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and older. 941-0424, ext. 12.

Piranha Room: Winter Wonderland, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Ocean Club; 23 and older. 531-8444.

Lion's Den: Christmas Day Dance, roots, reggae, dancehall, 10 p.m.- 2 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Opium Den and Green Room. 521-2900.

Roots Renaissance Concert Series, with Moussa African Drumming and DJ Kari Nettel, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Don Ho's Island Grill; 21 and older. 528-0807.

DANCE VENUES

The Good Times Campaign, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., The O Lounge; 23 and older. theolounge.com.

Quiet Storm, with DJs Mark and Gelareh, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., thirtyninehotel; 21 and older. 222-1794.

DJ Dancin' Adam, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

Little Chill, '70s, '80s and '90s music, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Rumours. 955-4811.

Zanzabar Saturday, with DJs Big John, Billy G, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; 21 and older. 924-3939.

Feng Shui Ultralounge, with DJs G-Spot, Daniel J, Delve.Oneder and XL, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Ciao Mein and Poolside Bar; 21 and older. 957-0303.

Salsa Sabado en la Noche, with El Conjunto Tropical, 9:45 p.m.-2 a.m., Café Che Pasta; 18 and older. 524-0004.

Artist Groove Network, with DJs SubZero, KSM and Ryan Shawn, 10 p.m., Pipeline Cafe; 21 and older. 589-1999.

For the People, with DJs Jrama, Daniel J, Sovern-T, Haboh, Fanny and Fez, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., 260 Lewers St.; 21 and older. 923-0202.

The Goodness, presented by Complete Industries, Flipside and Komo Low, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Wonder Lounge at the Wonderland, W Honolulu; 21 and older. 922-3734.

Reggae Nights House Party, dancehall reggae and house, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., All Star Hawaii; 21 and older. 222-7482.

Ultra, '80s nu-wave/electroclash and cheese, 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m., Galaxy Nightclub. www.honoluluclublife.com.

The Living Room, deep house, progressive and downtempo, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf; 21 and older. www.aya-experience.com.

Flirt, with DJs Big John, Krazy K, Mr. Goodvybe and LX, 11 p.m.-2 a.m., Blue Tropix; 18 and older. 944-0001.

Afterhours, house, trance, techno and hip-hop, 2:30-6 a.m., Galaxy Nightclub. www.honoluluclublife.com.

Club 301, house, mash-up, smooth hip-hop, 3-8 a.m., Paradise ShowClub; 21 and older.

CLUBS

DJs Al-X or Byron the Fur, 6 p.m., with Go-Go Boyz at 10 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Stardust, with Rocky Brown, Jimmy Funai and Brian Robertshaw, 7:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Shirley Walker Band, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Country Western Dancing, with Charlie Garrett, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Panama Hattie's. 485-8226.

Piranha Brothers, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Paper Doll Revue Drag Show, 9:30 p.m., Fusion Waikiki; also, The Men of Fusion Male Revue, 11:30 p.m. 924-2422.

Contraband, classic rock, reggae, motown, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Sand Island R&B. 847-5001.

TRK, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.

Noctuary, with DJs MoDBoY and Dat-Mot, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Pink Cadillac. 946-6499.

Las Venus, 11:30 p.m., Venus Nightclub; also, all-male revue, 9 p.m.; 18 and older. 951-8671.

LOUNGE ACTS

Cory Oliveros and Shauna, 7:30-9 a.m., Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. 922-2511.

Kahalepuna Duo, 8-10 a.m., Royal Hawaiian, Surf Room. 923-7311.

Chris Dudley, contemporary folk, guitar, harmonica, 3-5 p.m., in front of Naturally Hawaiian Gallery, Waimanalo. 259-5354, 778-9664.

Booze Brothers, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Opihi Pickers, 4-6 p.m., Duke's Canoe Club Waikiki. 922-2268.

Eric Lee, 4-7 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics. 949-4321.

Kahakea Trio, with hula, 4:15-7:15 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Hawai'i Loa, with hula, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Sam Doval and Alika Souza, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Ray Sowders, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Iolani Kamauu, Hawaiian, 5-8 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

Jim Hubbard, 5-8 p.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Pa'ahana or Po'okela, with Kanoe Miller, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Ka'ala Boys, 5:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Marcella Kalua, Lenny Keys and Del Choy, jazz, 5:30-8 p.m., Star of Honolulu. 983-7827.

Kahakea Trio, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

Chris Sayers, acoustic guitar, 6-9 p.m., New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.

The Milestone Jazz Trio, with Miles Jackson, James Funai and Peter Factora, 6-9 p.m., Mariposa. 951-3420.

Black Sand, jazz, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.

Soul Bucket, Hawaiian, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 6:30- 10 p.m., Hy's Steak House. 922-5555.

Jeff Peterson and Lane Hornfeck, jazz, 6:30-10 p.m., Michel's. 923-6552.

Don Conover, piano, 7-10 p.m., Chuck's Original Steak House, Beachwalk at Helumoa. 923-6111.

J.P. Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, blues, 7-10 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.

Rubber Soul, Beatles music, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Tito Berinobis, contemporary, 7 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Augie Rey Trio, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Kanilau Trio, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Betty Loo Taylor Trio, with vocalist Loretta Ables Sayre, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

Wasabi, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.

Danny Wassman, contemporary Hawaiian, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

Olomana with Jerry Santos, Haunani Apoliona and Wally Suenaga, Hawaiian, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Paradise Lounge. 949-4321.

Lenny Keys and Rocky Holmes, piano and saxophone/flute, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Keith Scott, piano/vocals, comedy and sing-alongs, 9 p.m.-midnight, Da Smoke House. 946-0233.

The Buddy Makapagal Quartet, big band, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Lewers Street Jazz Loft; 21 and older. 922-5715.

Mike Lundy and John Sakano, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Sam Kapu, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.

Haumea Warrington, 10 p.m.-midnight, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Brendan, 1:30-3:30 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

26 | Sunday

THE HOLIDAYS

Kwanzaa, family workshops, demonstrations and student festival of the moving image, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Academy Art Center; free admission. 532-8741.

Kadomatsu New Year's Festival, observe the making of kadomatsu and learn about local New Year rituals, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ward Warehouse; free. www.temaricenter.com.

SPECIAL EVENT

"Stomp!," international percussion show, 3 and 7 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and Dec. 31; 3 and 7 p.m. Jan. 2; 5 and 9 p.m. Thursday and Jan. 1; $25-$50*. 528-0506.

CONCERTS

Na Mele Nei Concert Series, Battle of the Drums with members from "Stomp" and Taiko Academy of the Pacific, Terrance Tom and Pali, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Ward Warehouse amphitheater; free. 596-8885.

Cara Okano, piano recital, 4 p.m., UH-Manoa, Orvis Auditorium; free.

Robyn Helzner, guitarist/vocalist, with her sister Cantor Rochelle Helzner, in concert, 7-9 p.m., Temple Emanu-El; $10 general, $20 Dress Circle seating. 375-2896.

FAMILY TIES

Exploring the Reef at Night, explore a nearshore reef flat, 7-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium; 5 and older; $12*. 923-9741.

ONE-TIME GIGS

DeShannon Higa Quartet, with special guest trombonist, Rob Susman from New York, 3 p.m., Ward Rafters, 3810 Maunaloa Ave.

Celtic Wave, 3-7 p.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Darrell Aquino, 4-7 p.m., Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also Hot Rain, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. 947-2900.

Hawaiian Sunday Sunsets, with Skegs Makai, featuring Mike and Stu, 5-8 p.m., Kona Brewing Co.'s Koko Marina Pub. 394-5662.

Paradise XS, with open-mike jam, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Provide Soul Xmas, with Trace and Kimo James, Mushmouf and One, Nocturnal Sound Krew, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 18 and older. 941-0424.

DANCE VENUES

CaSa, with DJs Dawn, James Allen, Ms. Angel and G-Spot, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Bliss; 18 and older. www.quadmag.com.

Industry Night, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 260 Lewers St.; 21 and older. 923-0202.

DJ Cool Cameron, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

Sizzling Sundays, dance contest, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; 18 and older. 924-3939.

Dark Side of the Moon, hip-hop, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Brew Moon; 21 and older. 593-0088.

Ground Control, roots to ragga, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Mercury. 228-2486.

Lean Back, with DJs Sonik and JayTee, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Dave & Buster's; 21 and older. 589-5007.

Club DeVille, mash-up with DJs G-Dog, Delve, Zack, SubZero and Jrama, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf; 21 and older. cadillacofclubs@yahoo.com.

Sex-E Sunday, hip-hop and R&B, 11 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; 18 and older. 951-8671.

CLUBS

Stardust, with Jennifer Hera, Jimmy Funai and Brian Robertshaw, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Shirley Walker Band, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Swing Dancing, with Hawaii Jitterbugs, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Panama Hattie's. 922-8401.

Beach Party Beer Bash, with Go-Go Boyz, 8:30 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Son Caribe, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Lanai. 922-4422.

Even Steven, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

LOUNGE ACTS

Joshua Heyer and Shauna, 7:30-9 a.m., Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. 922-2511.

Banyan Serenaders, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Sefa Tuai, contemporary, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Sunset Room. 293-2662.

Kimo Todd, Hawaiian, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sam Choy's Diamond Head Restaurant. 732-8645.

Mel Amina, guitar, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Royal Hawaiian, Surf Room. 923-7311.

Tom Chun, noon-2 p.m., Contemporary Museum Cafe. 523-3362.

Ells Simeona, 2-4 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Booze Brothers, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Sunday Jam, with Mike Kaawa, Ocean Kaowili and Analu Aina, 3:30-6:30 p.m., Honey's at Koolau Golf Club. 236-4653.

Henry Kapono, 4-6 p.m., Duke's Canoe Club Waikiki. 922-2268.

Jonny Kamai, 4-7 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics. 949-4321.

Augie Rey Trio, 4:15-7:15 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Alika Souza and Lance Pavo, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Ray Sowders, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Teddy Fabella, Hawaiian, 5-8 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

Pa'ahana, with Debbie Nakanelua, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Kim Bradford, Lenny Keys and Tommy Arsisto, jazz, 5:30-8 p.m., Star of Honolulu. 983-7827.

Kapala Trio, with hula, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Keiki Hula, with Kuhai Halau O Kahalepuna Pa 'Olapa Kahiko, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

George Kuo, Martin Pahinui and Aaron Mahi, Hawaiian slack-key, 6-9 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Sean Na'auao, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Aaron Aranita, jazz piano, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.

Soul Bucket, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Maunalua, 7-9 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Desiree, 7-10 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.

Don Conover, piano, 7-10 p.m., Chuck's Original Steak House, Beachwalk at Helumoa. 923-6111.

Dean & Dean, contemporary, 7 p.m.- midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Rubber Soul, Beatles band, 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 p.m., Rock Island Café. 923-8033.

Bryan Kessler, guitar and vocals, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

Kelly DeLima and Son, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

The Geezers, classic country, 8 p.m., Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

Wayne Takamine, 8 p.m., The Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.

Jeannette and John, contemporary, R&B and jazz, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.

Polynesia, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Keoki Johnson, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Noly Paa, piano/vocals, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Tiki Malua, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Ellsworth Simeona, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.

Haumea Warrington, 10 p.m.-midnight, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Cruz Night, with John Cruz, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Onstage Drinks and Grinds. 306-7799.

27 | Monday

SPECIAL EVENTS

"Grease," 1950s musical with Frankie Avalon, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; continues 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 4 and 8 p.m. Dec. 31, 2 and 8 p.m. Jan. 1, and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 2; $44-$74. (877) 750-4400.

"Stomp!," international percussion show, 8 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday and Dec. 31; 3 and 7 p.m. Jan. 2; 5 and 9 p.m. Thursday and Jan. 1; $25-$50*. 528-0506.

CONCERTS

The Gleemen Plus, 7 p.m., Pohai Nani, Ruth O. Bacon Auditorium; free. 247-6211.

Somebody to Love, classic rock 'n' roll with Darby Slick, 9 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Esprit Nightclub; repeats Tuesday; $25*. 922-4422.

MIXED BAG

Mokichi Okada Association activities, jorei, flower arranging, Japanese tea ceremony, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Pearlridge Center, Uptown; free. 488-0981.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Kimo Opiana, 4-7 p.m., Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also First Verse, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 947-2900.

Herb Ohta Jr., 'ukulele, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.

The Winter Break Event Series: The Bigger Kahuna Beach Party, all-ages event with Battle of the Kings, 7 p.m.-1 a.m., Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park. 479-3008.

Tim Fagan, singer-songwriter, 8 p.m., Ye Olde Fox and Hounds, Kahala. 738-5655.

Tavana, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Gravity Lounge: Pretty-n-Punk 2, with Saggy Teri and the Meat Curtains and Extra Stout, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 18 and older. 941-0424.

DANCE VENUES

Wet Monday, hip-hop and dancehall, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 260 Lewers St.; 21 and older. 923-0202.

DJ Bull Ridin' John, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; also, country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

Manic Mondays, with Mr. Goodvybe, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub. 951-8671.

DJ Pat, 2-4 a.m., Fusion Waikiki. 924-2422.

CLUBS

Stardust, with Jennifer Hera, Jimmy Funai and Brian Robertshaw, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Karaoke Mondays, 8 p.m., Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Flashbaxxx, with DJ Maxxx, 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Open Mike Night, 9 p.m., Anna Bannana's. 946-5190.

Even Steven, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Post-Game Party, with DJ David, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Onstage Drinks and Grinds. 306-7799.

LOUNGE ACTS

Joshua Heyer and Shanelle, 7:30-9 a.m., Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. 922-2511.

Kahalepuna Duo, 8-10 a.m., Royal Hawaiian, Surf Room. 923-7311.

Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Wayne Takamine, 4 p.m., The Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.

Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Anela Kahiamoe, 4-7 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics. 949-4321.

Henry Makua and Jaden Jumawan, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Roland Chang, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-7 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

The Islanders, with Kanoe Miller, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Jeanette Trevias, Lenny Keys and Del Choy, jazz, 5:30-8 p.m., Star of Honolulu. 983-7827.

Ka Moana Trio, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Kahakea Trio, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

Ka'ala Boys Trio, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Jim Howard, piano, 6:30 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.

Naluhoe, traditional Hawaiian, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Kona Brewing Co.'s Koko Marina Pub. 394-5662.

Hot Lava, Polynesian revue, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Soul Bucket, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Jerry Santos, Hoku Zuttermeister and Brian Tolentino, Hawaiian and contemporary, 7-9 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Mojo Remedy, blues, 7-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

Kit Samson, piano, 7-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Bryan Kessler, guitar and vocals, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

Tito Berinobis, contemporary, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Dennis Ah Yek, Hawaiian and contemporary, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Just Two Girls, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.

The Mamala Bay Riders, with Greg Sardinha, 8-11 p.m., The Cheesecake Factory. 924-5001.

Art Kalahiki and Mike Saffery Duo, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Ryan Tang Duo, with dancer, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Noly Paa, piano/vocals, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Brendan, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Sam Doval and John Sakano, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Tangi Tully, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.

28 | Tuesday

SPECIAL EVENTS

"Grease," 1950s musical with Frankie Avalon, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; continues 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday, 4 and 8 p.m. Dec. 31, 2 and 8 p.m. Jan. 1, and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 2; $44-$74. (877) 750-4400.

"Stomp!," international percussion show, 8 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Wednesday and Dec. 31; 3 and 7 p.m. Jan. 2; 5 and 9 p.m. Thursday and Jan. 1; $25-$50*. 528-0506.

CONCERT

Somebody to Love, classic rock 'n' roll with Darby Slick, 9 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Esprit Nightclub; $25*. 922-4422.

FAMILY TIES

Aquarium After Dark, flashlight tour, 5:30-7:30 or 7:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium; 5 and older; $10*. 923-9741.

MIXED BAG

Evening Tours, commemorating the birthday of Queen Kapi'olani, 6-8:30 p.m., 'Iolani Palace; repeats Wednesday; $6*.

Verses, poets, open mike and jazz, 8-10 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $5. 521-2903.

ONE-TIME GIGs

Darrell Aquino, 4-7 p.m., Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also Kawao, 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 947-2900.

Just 2 Girls, 6-9 p.m., Honolulu Club bar and lounge. 543-3900.

Punk Noise Show, with Big Coffin Hunters and the Bipolar Express, Temporary Lovers, H.U.G.G.S.S., 7 p.m., Coffee Talk. 737-7444.

The Rich Crandall Trio, with Gabe Baltazar, 8 p.m., Studio 6. 596-2905.

The Winter Break Event Series: Bling, all-ages event with sexy booty contest, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Blue Tropix. 479-3008.

DANCE VENUES

Everybody's Ladies Night, 4:30 p.m.- 4 a.m., Ocean Club; 23 and older. 531-8444.

Hot Latin Tuesdays, with DJ Alberto and Da Lion of Judah, 8 p.m.-3 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; free salsa lesson, 8-9 p.m.; 18 and older. 924-3939.

DJ Dancin' Adam, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; also, country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

Pussycat Lounge, with Anton Glamb, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 18 and older. 941-0424.

The Bounce, with the Nitelite crew, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., 260 Lewers St.; 21 and older. 923-0202.

Bombasstic Tuesdays, with DJs Sandman and Mixmaster B, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline Cafe; 21 and older. 589-1999.

Tipsy Tuesdays, hip-hop and R&B, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; 21 and older. 951-8671.

DJ Marz, 2-4 a.m., Fusion Waikiki. 924-2422.

CLUBS

Thirsty Tuesdays, open mike, auditions, live rehearsal, jam sessions, 7 p.m.-midnight, Onstage Drinks and Grinds. 306-7799.

Stardust, with Erika Kauffman, John Valentine and Brian Robertshaw, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Top 40 Tuesdays, with DJs Rene and Romero, 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Country Western Dancing, with Charlie Garrett, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Panama Hattie's. 485-8226.

Even Steven, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

LOUNGE ACTS

Cory Oliveros and Shanelle, 7:30- 9 a.m., Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. 922-2511.

Pu'uhonua Duo, 8-10 a.m., Royal Hawaiian, Surf Room. 923-7311.

Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Jonny Kamai, 4-7 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics. 949-4321.

Ells Simeona and Dwight Kanae, 4:15-7:15 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Henry Makua and Alika Souza, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Ray Sowders, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Iolani Kamau'u, Hawaiian, 5-8 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

The Islanders, with Kanoe Miller, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

James McCarthy, 5-8:30 p.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Marcella Kalua, Lenny Keys and Del Choy, jazz, 5:30-8 p.m., Star of Honolulu. 983-7827.

Pa'ahana, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Rene Paulo, Kathy Paulo-Hirai and Keoki Hirai, Hawaiian contemporary, 6-8 p.m., Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club, Kolohe. 679-4700.

Zanuck Lindsey and A2Z, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

Mike Chung, light jazz and contemporary, 6-9 p.m., New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.

The Brothers McLellan, original acoustic rock, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Grove at Volcano Joe's. 941-8498.

Keith and Carmen Haugen, music and hula, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.

Sefa Tuai, contemporary, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Leilei's Bar and Grill. 293-2662.

Soul Bucket, Hawaiian, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Ledward Ka'apana, Hawaiian, 6-10 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

Randy Thomas, piano, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.

Backyard Pa'ina Trio, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Sonny Silva Duo, jazz, 6:30 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.

Cory and Travis, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Meg Clear, folk, 7-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

Jerry Santos, Hoku Zuttermeister and Brian Tolentino, 7-9 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Kelly DeLima and Son, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Nani and the Boyz, contemporary acoustics and vocals, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Green Room. 521-2900.

Betty Loo Taylor, piano, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

Emerald House, contemporary, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Dennis Ah Yek, Hawaiian and contemporary, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Jeannette and John, contemporary, R&B and jazz, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.

Keoki Johnson, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

The BBC, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, jazz, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Bongo Bob and Tavana, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Sam Doval and John Sakano, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

The Newjass Quartet, New York-style jazz, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., thirtyninehotel; 21 and older. 599-2552.

Ellsworth Simeona, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge. 922-5811.

29 | Wednesday

SPECIAL EVENTS

"Grease," 1950s musical with Frankie Avalon, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; continues 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 4 and 8 p.m. Dec. 31, 2 and 8 p.m. Jan. 1, and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 2; $44-$74. (877) 750-4400.

"Stomp!," international percussion show, 8 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Dec. 31; 3 and 7 p.m. Jan. 2; 5 and 9 p.m. Thursday and Jan. 1; $25-$50*. 528-0506.

COMEDY

Sharkey's Comedy Club, with Bo Irvine and Hawaii's Premium Blend, doors open 7 p.m., show at 8, Blue Tropix; repeats Thursday-Jan. 1; $12. 531-4242.

MIXED BAG

Evening Tours, commemorating the birthday of Queen Kapi'olani, 6-8:30 p.m., 'Iolani Palace; $6*.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Kimo Opiana, 4-7 p.m., Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also Koa'uka, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 947-2900.

Jazz Wednesday, with Rob Susman, DeShannon Higa, Adam Baron, John Kolivas and Robert Shinoda, 6 p.m., the Honolulu Club. 543-3916.

JP Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, blues, 6-9 p.m., Kona Brewing Co.'s Koko Marina Pub. 394-5662.

"Angry Woebots vs. Andy Howell" Grand Opening Afterparty, with DJs Bumblebee and DB, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., thirtyninehotel; 21 and older. 599-2552.

Local Holiday Jam, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline Cafe; 18 and older. 589-1999.

DANCE VENUES

The Light, with the Armory DJs, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 260 Lewers St.; 21 and older. 923-0202.

3rd Annual Ultimate Bartending Competition, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and older. 941-0424, ext. 12.

DJ Country Brett, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; also, country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

The Funk, DJ night with D Muthafunkin' D, 10 p.m., Anna Bannana's. 946-5190.

Club Puma, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Reign Night Club; 21 and older. 597-1996.

Instant Vintage, old school and R&B, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Green Room and Opium Den; 21 and older. 521-2900.

Smooth, with DJs Anit and Sonik, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Dave & Buster's Sunset Bar; 21 and older. 589-5007.

Super Fly Lounge, funk, hip-hop, reggae and triphop, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Mercury. 228-2486.

Wet, presented by Complete Industries, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf; 21 and older.

Lipstick and Skirt Night, with DJ Rude Dogg, 11 p.m., Blue Tropix; 18 and older. 944-0001.

Wild Wednesdays, hip-hop and house, 11 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub. 951-8671.

CLUBS

Stardust, with Rocky Brown, John Valentine and Brian Robertshaw, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

TRK, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.

Even Steven, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Son Caribe, salsa, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Panama Hattie's. 485-8226.

EG's Blues Band, jazz and blues, 9:30 p.m., Eastside Grill. 952-6555.

Contraband, rock 'n' roll open mike night, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Sand Island R&B. 847-5001.

Humpday Wednesdays, with DJ Johnny Large, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m., OnStage Drinks & Grinds. 306-7799.

Open Jam, with Oopso Facto, 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Tiares Sports Bar & Grill. 230-8911.

LOUNGE ACTS

Joshua Heyer and Shanelle, 7:30-9 a.m., Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. 922-2511.

Pu'uhonua Duo, 8-10 a.m., Royal Hawaiian, Surf Room. 923-7311.

Kahakea Trio, 3-6 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Herb Ohta Jr., with David Kamakahi, 4-7 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics. 949-4321.

Henry Makua and Jaden Jumawan, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Roland Chang, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Danny and Eric, Hawaiian duo, 5-7 p.m., DFS Galleria Waikiki. 931-2655.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-7 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Guy Imoto, Hawaiian, 5-8 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

Aloha Serenaders, with Kanoe Miller, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Clai and Amie, 5-8:30 p.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Jeanette Trevias, Winston Raval and Del Choy, jazz, 5:30-8 p.m., Star of Honolulu. 983-7827.

Sean Na'auao and Robi Kahakalau, with hula, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Guy Cruz, contemporary, 5:30-9 p.m., Gordon Biersch. 599-4877.

Kanilau Trio, with Halau Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

Margaritaville Wednesdays, with Henry Kapono, 6-9 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

Mike Chung, light jazz and contemporary, 6-9 p.m., New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.

The Milestone Jazz Trio, jazz, 6-9 p.m., Mariposa. 951-3420.

Soul Bucket, Hawaiian, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Katie Tamashiro, piano, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.

ReVive Wednesdays, martini and wine party with entertainment, 6-11 p.m., W Honolulu, Diamond Head Grill. 922-3734.

Ka'ala Boys, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Al and Bill, Hawaiian, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Wine and Cheese Wednesdays, with Keith and Carmen Haugen, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.

Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 6:30- 10 p.m., Hy's Steak House. 922-5555.

Rock Out Wednesdays, with Edgewater, 7 p.m., The O Lounge. theolounge.com.

Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom, 7-8:15 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

EJ, rock, 7-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

Kaori Kiana, 7-9 p.m., Royal Garden at Waikiki, Cascada Bar. 943-0202.

Kit Samson, piano, 7-10 p.m., Mahina Lounge, Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4811.

Mark Yim Duo, 7-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Wasabi, oldies, 7-11 p.m., Chez Monique. 488-2439.

Betty Loo Taylor, piano, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

2 Point 5, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Adam Cruz, 8 p.m., Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

Dennis Ah Yek, Hawaiian and contemporary, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Just Two Girls, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.

Kumuhau Duo, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, jazz, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Rod Tanu and Vince Mendoza, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Rustic, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Hubbard and Coates, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Tangi Tully, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge. 922-5811.

Inoa'ole, Island contemporary, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

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THE HOLIDAYS

Aloha Shriners New Year Parade, 6-7:30 p.m., from Fort DeRussy to Kapi'olani Park; free.

SPECIAL EVENTS

"Stomp!," international percussion show, 5 and 9 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Dec. 31; 5 and 9 p.m. Jan. 1; 3 and 7 p.m. Jan. 2; $25-$50*. 528-0506.

"Grease," 1950s musical with Frankie Avalon, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; continues 4 and 8 p.m. Dec. 31, 2 and 8 p.m. Jan. 1, and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 2; $44- $74. (877) 750-4400.

COMEDY

Sharkey's Comedy Club, open mike followed by Bo Irvine and Hawaii's Premium Blend, doors open 7 p.m., show at 8, Blue Tropix; repeats Dec. 31-Jan. 1; $12. 531-4242.

Shawn Felipe, Stan Egi and Elroy, stand-up comics with host Augie T, 8:30 p.m., All Star Hawaii; $8. 554-7243.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Cory Oliveros, 4-7 p.m., Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also Backyard Pa'ina, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 947-2900.

Blues Thursdays, with Northside Art, 5-8 p.m., and The Michael Fahey Band, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Kanalo, contemporary, 7-10:30 p.m., Gordon Biersch. 599-4877.

Bender Trio, instrumental jazz, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and older. 941-0424.

DANCE VENUES

Paddlers' Night, 4:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Ocean Club; 21 and older. 531-8444.

Thirty Plus Thursdays, music from the '60s and '70s, 6-9 p.m., Zanzabar Night Club; 30 and older. 924-3939.

Salsa After Dark, with DJs Ray Cruz and Rod el Moreno, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Panama Hattie's; 18 and older. 485-8226.

Cherry, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 260 Lewers St.; 21 and older. 923-0202.

Connect Four, hosted by Sean D. and Ion Myke, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Bliss; 18 and older. 561-4852.

Glamour Thursdays, with fashion shows, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., The O Lounge. theolounge.com.

DJ Dancin' Adam, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; also, country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

Thirsty Thursdays, hip-hop, house and trance, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; 18 and older. 924-3939.

Deep, dance, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; 21 and older. 951-8671.

Tattoo Thursdays, 11 p.m.-1 am., Cellar Nightclub; 18 and older. 923-9952.

DJ Regina, 11 p.m.-4 a.m., Fusion Waikiki. 924-2422.

Urban Jazz, with DeShannon Higa and the gr00ve.imProV.arTiSts, Archangel and Miklos, 11 p.m.-4 a.m., The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf.

CLUBS

Stardust, with Rocky Brown, John Valentine and Hal Mita, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

TRK, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.

Cruzing with Guy Cruz, reggae, 9 p.m.-midnight, Onstage Drinks and Grinds. 306-7799.

Metro, Euro dance and pop, 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Piranha Brothers, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Swampa ZZ Artist Collective, funky improv, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine; 21 and older. 521-2900.

LOUNGE ACTS

Cory Oliveros and Shanelle, 7:30-9 a.m., Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. 922-2511.

Pu'uhonua Duo, 8-10 a.m., Royal Hawaiian, Surf Room. 923-7311.

Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Darrell Aquino, 4-7 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics. 949-4321.

Wayne Takamine, guitar, 4-8 p.m., the Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.

Kumuhau Duo, 4:15-7:15 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Fred and Joe Yuen, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

John Feary, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Danny and Eric, Hawaiian duo, 5-7 p.m., DFS Galleria Waikiki. 931-2655.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-7 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Aloha Serenaders, with Kanoe Miller, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Vene Marie, Lenny Keys and Tommy Arsisto, jazz, 5:30-8 p.m., Star of Honolulu. 983-7827.

Auntie Genoa Keawe, Hawaiian falsetto, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Hawai'i Loa, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Rene Paulo, Kathy Paulo-Hirai and Keoki Hirai, Hawaiian contemporary, 6-8 p.m., Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club, Kolohe. 679-4700.

Aloha Duo, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

Joy and Arex, jazz/contemporary, 6-9 p.m., Honolulu Club bar and lounge. 543-3900.

The Miles Jackson Trio, jazz, 6-9 p.m., Mariposa. 951-3420.

Mike Chung, light jazz and contemporary, 6-9 p.m., New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.

Katie Tamashiro, piano, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.

Kela, Island contemporary, 6-10 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

Ka'ala Boys, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Herb Ohta Jr., 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.

Al and Bill, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Sefa Tuai, contemporary, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Leilei's Bar and Grill. 293-2662.

Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 6:30-10 p.m., Hy's Steak House. 922-5555.

Mihana, 7 p.m., Duc's Bistro. 531-6325.

Jake Shimabukuro, 'ukulele, 7-9 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Lono, contemporary Hawaiian, 7-9 p.m., Kona Brewing Co.'s Koko Marina Pub. 394-5662.

Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, jazz, 7-10 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.

eightOeight, 7-10 p.m., Kincaid's. 591-2005.

Kit Samson, piano, 7-10 p.m., Mahina Lounge, Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4811.

Bill Burgher, Elvis impressionist, 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 p.m., Rock Island Café. 923-8033.

Ellsworth Simeona, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Betty Loo Taylor Trio, with Rachel Gonzales, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

2 Point 5, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Daniel Donohue, 8 p.m., Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

Dennis Ah Yek, Hawaiian and contemporary, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Ginny Tiu, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Rich Crandall and Ernie Provencher, piano and bass, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Gilbert Batangan Trio, jazz, 9 p.m.-midnight, Lewers Street Jazz Loft. 922-5715.

Soul Food 2 Go, with Zanuck Lindsey, 9 p.m.-midnight, Diamond Head Grill, W Honolulu. 922-3734.

Booze Brothers, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Rod Tanu and Vince Mendoza, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.

Sam Kapu, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge. 922-5811.