The Ala Wai Challenge, for 24 years a Waikiki Community Center benefit event, is more than an outrigger canoe race — it's a chance to experience Hawaiian makahiki games (stone bowling, spear throwing, dart sliding, stone throwing, tug of war), to learn about lomi lomi massage and la'au lapa'au (herbal medicine) and to consider ways of creating a more green and sustainable community. Participants will even be able to puree smoothies by peddling a bicycle-powered blender.

The free event, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. tomorrow at the Ala Wai Neighborhood Park and Clubhouse, honors two living water-sports legends, master canoe builder Bobby Puakea and big-wave rider Clyde Aikau. Schedule: welcome, blessing, hula and chant and canoe procession, 8 a.m.; race, 9 a.m.; entertainment, 11 a.m.; awards, 12:30 p.m. Sponsor: Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.