Upcoming Events
E ʻAi Kekahi, E Kāpī Kekahi
*activities included as a part of regular admissions
Sunday, April 26 | 10a - 2p
Come to ʻImiloa for a day with special enhancement activities, centered around our kai and lawaiʻa practices. This community-centered event is inspired by the Hawaiian ʻōlelo noʻeau:
“E ʻAi Kekahi, E Kāpī Kekahi”, which reminds us of balance, restraint, and our kuleana through fishing traditions.
Grounded in the ʻōlelo noʻeau that encourages mindful harvest—“eat some, salt some”—this event invites our guests to explore Hawaiian perspectives on conservation, sustainability, and the passing down of ʻike across generations.
We also celebrate and mahalo the Explorers of Lawaiʻa exhibit for sharing their space with our community, as this will be the final day to experience the exhibit.
Pink Floyd
This immersive planetarium show combines the iconic music of Pink Floyd with stunning visuals, creating a mesmerizing journey through sound and space. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering this legendary album for the first time, this show promises to be a captivating experience like no other.
Please arrive early to find your seats. The show will start at 5:30 pm.
Ticket Prices
ʻImiloa Member: $12
General Public: $18
Hālau ʻŌkupu Pua
Hālau ʻŌkupu Pua: Native Flowers: Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of color with our Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn program, Pua: Native Flowers! Join us as we celebrate the striking beauty and diversity of Hawai‘iʻs native flowers. From the delicate petals of the ‘ilima flower to the vibrant colors of the ‘ōhi‘a each flower is unique and has a unique story and significance to our island home. Join us as we cultivate a deep appreciation for the natural beauty that surrounds us and inspire the wonder of flowers.
MONDAY: April 20, 2026 | 9a-11a
Session Information
Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn will take place one Monday each month. Please note that there may be occasional instances where sessions will not be held. Hālau ‘Ōkupu sessions are thoughtfully planned on Mondays, a day when ‘Imiloa is closed to general admission. This creates an ideal environment for keiki to safely explore alongside their peers. Please note that during this time, ‘Imiloa opens up the opportunity for potential field trips, enhancing educational opportunities at ‘Imiloa.
Eligibility
Keiki must be between 1-4 years old and have an accompanying adult to participate.
Participation is limited to eligible keiki and their caregiver(s).
Caregivers may supervise no more than two keiki. This mandatory ratio of 2 keiki to 1 adult is employed to ensure that each child receives the supervision, and support they need to thrive in the program.
Accompanying adults are expected to participate and guide their child(ren) through the program’s hosted activities.
Adult-to-child ratio of 1:1 for a more enriching experience. By ensuring each child has dedicated attention, caregivers can actively engage with their keiki, fostering exploration, learning, and bonding moments that are both memorable and educational. This balanced ratio not only enhances the quality of interaction but also ensures the safety and enjoyment of all.
Member Admission: $20 (includes one child and supervising adult)
Additional Member Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible Member Child Admission: $10
General Admission: $30 (includes one child and one supervising adult)
Additional General Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible General Child Admission: $10
Refund Policy: Refunds will not be provided for withdrawals or missed program days. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.
Pink Floyd
This immersive planetarium show combines the iconic music of Pink Floyd with stunning visuals, creating a mesmerizing journey through sound and space. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering this legendary album for the first time, this show promises to be a captivating experience like no other.
Please arrive early to find your seats. The show will start at 5:30 pm.
Ticket Prices
ʻImiloa Member: $12
General Public: $18
TCBES Speaker Series
Over the past few centuries, novel human activity has reversed a 50-million-year-long global cooling trend and driven biodiversity losses worldwide. These climate and ecosystem changes began decades to centuries before the advent of long-term monitoring programs – meaning that most of our contemporary records come from systems that have already undergone significant alteration. To robustly evaluate the rate and magnitude of past ecological change, identify likely tipping points, and determine whether modern ecosystems have already moved towards novel ecological states, we need exceptional fossil records that have the temporal resolution to both capture fine-scale biological dynamics and reach many thousands of years into the past. In this seminar, I will showcase recent findings from an “invisible timescale” system, the Southern California Borderland Basins, where sediment cores with annual layers preserve a high-resolution fossil record can be directly tied to long-term modern observations to retroactively extend ecosystem monitoring prior to the onset of anthropogenic climate change. This dataset combines seafloor community composition and individual functional traits with paleoclimatic data, and spans a period of 35,000 years that includes the Last Glacial Maximum and the abrupt warming events of the last deglaciation. By placing the ecological impacts of contemporary anthropogenic change in the context of ecosystem changes since the last Ice Age, I find that the “Anthropocene” is truly unique compared to the geologic past. Beginning in the 19th century, seafloor ecosystems undergo a regime shift towards novel community states, with community composition being distinct from any recorded in the past 35,000 years. At the same time, benthic communities experience reproductive life history changes, biomass declines, and population losses that accelerate in the mid-20th century. This ecological state shift may represent a “tipping point” triggered by land-use changes initiated during the Spanish and American colonization of California. Lessons from this “invisible timescale” system can be applied more broadly to better understand how to manage ecosystems for long-term resilience in the Anthropocene.
Pink Floyd
This immersive planetarium show combines the iconic music of Pink Floyd with stunning visuals, creating a mesmerizing journey through sound and space. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering this legendary album for the first time, this show promises to be a captivating experience like no other.
Please arrive early to find your seats. The show will start at 5:30 pm.
Ticket Prices
ʻImiloa Member: $12
General Public: $18
Alakaʻi 1777
ONE DAY PLANETARIUM EXHIBIT • MARCH 17 • 3:30 P.M.
Included with General Admission Ticket
*UH and HCC Students get free admission with their free membership
Alakaʻi 1777 is an immersive audiovisual installation that reconstructs the lost song culture of the Kauaʻi ʻōʻō (kuh-wai-ee oh-oh), an extinct Hawaiian bird once native to the Alakaʻi swamp. The work is inspired by a simple premise—when populations collapse, so do their learned traditions and vocal cultures that have built up over generations. In Alakaʻi 1777, interacting artificial agents sing from a mathematical model of the avian vocal organ (the syrinx), trained on the few surviving recordings of the species. These voices are nestled within site-specific ecological data from the ʻōʻō’s last known habitat: LiDAR scans of the forest, spatial audio recordings of the dawn chorus, and urbanization histories rendered as sound and image. To give listeners a deeper sense of this lost world, the entire soundscape is slowed down, allowing them to experience the songs as the original inhabitants of Alakaʻi may have perceived them. Within this expanded space, artificial agents act as spectral ancestors, engaging in a dynamic, multi-layered dialogue with real Kauaʻi ʻōʻō recordings, offering a glimpse into a richer, more intricate soundscape that vanished long before the last bird fell silent.
Hālau ʻŌkupu Hōkūhele
Hālau ʻŌkupu Hōkūhele: Planets in our Solar System: Embark on an interstellar voyage with Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn program theme Hōkūhele: Planets in our Solar System! Aboard a rocket with your young astronomer and traverse the vast expanse of our solar system. From the fiery storms of Jupiter to the icy plains of Pluto, each planet is unique and fascinating. Enroll your little space explorer today and let the cosmic exploration begin!
MONDAY: March 9, 2026 | 9a-11a
Session Information
Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn will take place one Monday each month. Please note that there may be occasional instances where sessions will not be held. Hālau ‘Ōkupu sessions are thoughtfully planned on Mondays, a day when ‘Imiloa is closed to general admission. This creates an ideal environment for keiki to safely explore alongside their peers. Please note that during this time, ‘Imiloa opens up the opportunity for potential field trips, enhancing educational opportunities at ‘Imiloa.
Eligibility
Keiki must be between 1-4 years old and have an accompanying adult to participate.
Participation is limited to eligible keiki and their caregiver(s).
Caregivers may supervise no more than two keiki. This mandatory ratio of 2 keiki to 1 adult is employed to ensure that each child receives the supervision, and support they need to thrive in the program.
Accompanying adults are expected to participate and guide their child(ren) through the program’s hosted activities.
Adult-to-child ratio of 1:1 for a more enriching experience. By ensuring each child has dedicated attention, caregivers can actively engage with their keiki, fostering exploration, learning, and bonding moments that are both memorable and educational. This balanced ratio not only enhances the quality of interaction but also ensures the safety and enjoyment of all.
Member Admission: $20 (includes one child and supervising adult)
Additional Member Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible Member Child Admission: $10
General Admission: $30 (includes one child and one supervising adult)
Additional General Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible General Child Admission: $10
Refund Policy: Refunds will not be provided for withdrawals or missed program days. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.
TCBES Speaker Series: Luka Kanakaʻole
Honuaiākea: Developing Kapu and Kānāwai Through Ancestral Ecological Knowledge
Luka Kanakaʻole
Program Manager and Kiaʻi for the Edith Kanakaʻole Foundation
Join us for this conversation with Luka Kanakaʻole as he demonstrates that the development of kapu (elements to hold sacred) and kānāwai (protocols that uphold them) through the analytical process of Honuaiākea — a rigorous methodology for shaping contemporary policy, governance, and environmental stewardship. Emerging from the Papakū Makawalu framework, Honuaiākea centers ʻike Hawaiʻi as foundational scientific knowledge. Rather than positioning culture as an addition to Western science, Kanakaʻole advances an approach in which conventional biological data and ancestral ecological knowledge inform one another as equals. With a background in biology, he reflects on moving beyond a data-dominant “sprinkle of culture” model toward a comprehensive, place-based knowing grounded in location-specific Ancestral Ecological Knowledge. Central to this work is protocol: opening with oli sets intention, removes ego from decision-making, and situates governance within relationship—to place, to ancestors, and to future generations.
Thursday, March 5 at 3:30 P.M.
‘Imiloa Planetarium
FREE EVENT
*Advance registration is required for this presentation due to limited seating in the planetarium. While the event is free, a reservation does not grant non-members access to the exhibit hall or additional planetarium shows. For further details, please stop by the Guest Services desk or call us at 808-932-8901.
Hālau Lamakū Spring Registration
REGISTRATION DATES
Hālau Lamakū Spring Program will be held March 16th-20th, 2026
Member Registration Opens: Monday, January 5th, 2026 at 9:00 a.m
Non-Member Registration Opens: Tuesday, January 6th, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Registration Deadline: March 2nd, 3:00pm
20th Birthday Celebration
Friday, February 20th | 2p - 6p
Free Admission All Day
Treats
Games
ʻImiloa celebrates its Golden Birthday with a free-admission community celebration marking 20 years of serving our Hawaiʻi mokupuni and beyond. Enjoy giveaways, games, treats, food trucks, alongside enhanced activities connected to the Explorers of Lawaiʻa traveling exhibit. The day centers on the practice of kilo—intentional observation and learning from our environment—inviting the community to reflect, reconnect, and celebrate ʻImiloa as a shared place of knowledge and relationships. This is part of a year-long celebration with monthly days of fun and enhancements at ʻImiloa.
Pink Floyd
This immersive planetarium show combines the iconic music of Pink Floyd with stunning visuals, creating a mesmerizing journey through sound and space. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering this legendary album for the first time, this show promises to be a captivating experience like no other.
Please arrive early to find your seats. The show will start at 5:30 pm.
Ticket Prices
ʻImiloa Member: $12
General Public: $18
Journey Through The Universe
Join us for a special screening of Messengers of Time and Space featuring an astronomer panel discussing the exciting future of astronomy.
Please arrive early to find your seats. The show will start at 5:30 pm.
Ticket Prices
ʻImiloa Member: $5
General Public: $10
TCBES Speaker Series: Mushrooms and Other Fleshy Fungi of the Hawaiian Islands
Mushrooms and Other Fleshy Fungi of the Hawaiian Islands
Dr. Don Hemmes
Professor Emeritus of Biology, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo
Join us for this exciting talk with Dr. Don Hemmes. Edible and poisonous mushrooms of Hawai'i will be illustrated along with fruiting bodies of other fleshy fungi including stink horns, earth stars, bird's nest fungi, shelf fungi, and morels. Species endemic to the islands and newly introduced species will be described.
Thursday, January 29th at 3:30 P.M.
‘Imiloa Planetarium
FREE EVENT
*Does not include exhibit hall access
A Year of Lava Fountains in the Forecast
A Year of Lava Fountains in the Forecast
Kīlauea volcano has historically erupted more than 35 episodes in the summit caldera since December 23, 2024. Lava fountains from two eruptive vents have built an impressive cone on the crater rim and incrementally filled in Halemaʻumaʻu crater with stacks of lava flows. Volcanic gas emissions and particles of lava are carried in downwind directions. Have there been similar eruptions in the history of Kīlauea? What are the hazards associated with this activity? How could this eruption potentially end? Join USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory deputy Scientist-in-Charge David Phillips as he answers these questions and more.
Wednesday, January 28th at 5:30 P.M.
‘Imiloa Planetarium
‘Imiloa Members: $5 | General Public: $10
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Dinosaurs
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Dinosaurs
MONDAY: January 12, 2026 | 9a-11a
Session Information
Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn will take place one Monday each month. Please note that there may be occasional instances where sessions will not be held. Hālau ‘Ōkupu sessions are thoughtfully planned on Mondays, a day when ‘Imiloa is closed to general admission. This creates an ideal environment for keiki to safely explore alongside their peers. Please note that during this time, ‘Imiloa opens up the opportunity for potential field trips, enhancing educational opportunities at ‘Imiloa.
Eligibility
Keiki must be between 1-4 years old and have an accompanying adult to participate.
Participation is limited to eligible keiki and their caregiver(s).
Caregivers may supervise no more than two keiki. This mandatory ratio of 2 keiki to 1 adult is employed to ensure that each child receives the supervision, and support they need to thrive in the program.
Accompanying adults are expected to participate and guide their child(ren) through the program’s hosted activities.
Adult-to-child ratio of 1:1 for a more enriching experience. By ensuring each child has dedicated attention, caregivers can actively engage with their keiki, fostering exploration, learning, and bonding moments that are both memorable and educational. This balanced ratio not only enhances the quality of interaction but also ensures the safety and enjoyment of all.
Member Admission: $20 (includes one child and supervising adult)
Additional Member Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible Member Child Admission: $10
General Admission: $30 (includes one child and one supervising adult)
Additional General Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible General Child Admission: $10
Refund Policy: Refunds will not be provided for withdrawals or missed program days. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.
ʻOhana Winter Fun ʻImiloa
Celebrate the season with creative, family-friendly fun at ‘Imiloa’s ‘ohana Winter Crafts. Make holiday keepsakes inspired by Hawaiian flora—decorate lei-themed cards, craft glowing luminaries, or add your intentions to a collective Community Lei. Activities rotate daily, from Nohoanu ornaments to finger-knit leis, so each visit offers something new. Enjoy festive music, hands-on crafting, and the spirit of aloha.
Dates: Dec 21, 23, 24*; 26–28, 30; Jan 2–4
Time: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
This is included with your admission fee to the museum.
Dec 24 is self-led only; museum closed Mondays.
Pink Floyd
This immersive planetarium show combines the iconic music of Pink Floyd with stunning visuals, creating a mesmerizing journey through sound and space. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering this legendary album for the first time, this show promises to be a captivating experience like no other.
Please arrive early to find your seats. The show will start at 5:30 pm.
Ticket Prices
ʻImiloa Member: $12
General Public: $18
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Manu
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Manu
MONDAY: December 15, 2025 | 9a-11a
Session Information
Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn will take place one Monday each month. Please note that there may be occasional instances where sessions will not be held. Hālau ‘Ōkupu sessions are thoughtfully planned on Mondays, a day when ‘Imiloa is closed to general admission. This creates an ideal environment for keiki to safely explore alongside their peers. Please note that during this time, ‘Imiloa opens up the opportunity for potential field trips, enhancing educational opportunities at ‘Imiloa.
Eligibility
Keiki must be between 1-4 years old and have an accompanying adult to participate.
Participation is limited to eligible keiki and their caregiver(s).
Caregivers may supervise no more than two keiki. This mandatory ratio of 2 keiki to 1 adult is employed to ensure that each child receives the supervision, and support they need to thrive in the program.
Accompanying adults are expected to participate and guide their child(ren) through the program’s hosted activities.
Adult-to-child ratio of 1:1 for a more enriching experience. By ensuring each child has dedicated attention, caregivers can actively engage with their keiki, fostering exploration, learning, and bonding moments that are both memorable and educational. This balanced ratio not only enhances the quality of interaction but also ensures the safety and enjoyment of all.
Member Admission: $20 (includes one child and supervising adult)
Additional Member Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible Member Child Admission: $10
General Admission: $30 (includes one child and one supervising adult)
Additional General Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible General Child Admission: $10
Refund Policy: Refunds will not be provided for withdrawals or missed program days. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.
E Lei Hoʻoilo: A Merry Member Holiday
E Lei Hoʻoilo: A Merry Member Holiday
Monday, December 8 | 4:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Celebrate the season ʻImiloa-style at our annual member holiday event, E Lei Hoʻoilo! Enjoy a festive evening filled with live music, hula, crafts, and holiday treats in the spirit of aloha and community.
This special celebration is exclusive to active ʻImiloa members—a way for us to mahalo you for being part of our ʻohana.
Highlights:
Live Music & Hula
Family-Friendly Activities & Crafts
Seasonal Refreshments & Treats
✨ Space is limited. An active ʻImiloa membership is required to reserve a spot.
Black Hole Friday
Step into the universe this Black Hole Friday at ʻImiloa!
Enjoy 50% off general admission, exclusive member discounts, and a deep dive into black holes with Astronomer in Residence Devin Chu. Explore the mysteries of the cosmos through special activities, planetarium shows, and hands-on learning for the whole family.
Member Perks:
ʻImiloa Family Members and above receive $10 off activities
Additional 5% off store purchases (for a total of 15% off!)
Don’t miss this chance to journey to the other side of infinity—right here in Hilo.
Pink Floyd
This immersive planetarium show combines the iconic music of Pink Floyd with stunning visuals, creating a mesmerizing journey through sound and space. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering this legendary album for the first time, this show promises to be a captivating experience like no other.
Please arrive early to find your seats. The show will start at 5:30 pm.
Ticket Prices
ʻImiloa Member: $12
General Public: $18
Planetarium Guest Speaker: Hitoshi Murayama
Where do we come from? Where are we going? These questions are common to the entire humankind, and especially deeply rooted in Polynesian and East Asian cultures. We built a new $100M instrument to study these questions mounted on the Subaru telescope atop Maunakea. It will explore how stars and galaxies are born in the gravitational womb of dark matter. It will study how the universe has been expanding and where it is going, or whether it will end. These grand questions can be studied only thanks to the pristine environment and public support on Hawaiʻi Island. The prime focus spectrograph will have 2400 eyes on the universe to conduct these studies which would have taken 1000 years otherwise.
About Dr. Murayama
Hitoshi Murayama is a well-known theoretical particle physicist who works broadly, even on astrophysics, cosmology, and condensed matter physics. He has been a professor in the University of California, Berkeley, since 2000, and is also the founding director of the Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU) at the University of Tokyo, serving from 2007 to 2018. Born in Japan, lived in Germany for four years and in the US for 21 years, served on advisory committees around the world, he is a multicultural global denizen. In October 2014, he was invited to give a speech at the United Nations headquarters in New York about how science unites people and brings peace. He received the Yukawa Commemoration Prize in Theoretical Physics and is a Fellow of the American Physical Society and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Loko Iʻa
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Loko Iʻa
MONDAY: November 3, 2025 | 9a-11a
Session Information
Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn will take place one Monday each month. Please note that there may be occasional instances where sessions will not be held. Hālau ‘Ōkupu sessions are thoughtfully planned on Mondays, a day when ‘Imiloa is closed to general admission. This creates an ideal environment for keiki to safely explore alongside their peers. Please note that during this time, ‘Imiloa opens up the opportunity for potential field trips, enhancing educational opportunities at ‘Imiloa.
Eligibility
Keiki must be between 1-4 years old and have an accompanying adult to participate.
Participation is limited to eligible keiki and their caregiver(s).
Caregivers may supervise no more than two keiki. This mandatory ratio of 2 keiki to 1 adult is employed to ensure that each child receives the supervision, and support they need to thrive in the program.
Accompanying adults are expected to participate and guide their child(ren) through the program’s hosted activities.
Adult-to-child ratio of 1:1 for a more enriching experience. By ensuring each child has dedicated attention, caregivers can actively engage with their keiki, fostering exploration, learning, and bonding moments that are both memorable and educational. This balanced ratio not only enhances the quality of interaction but also ensures the safety and enjoyment of all.
Member Admission: $20 (includes one child and supervising adult)
Additional Member Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible Member Child Admission: $10
General Admission: $30 (includes one child and one supervising adult)
Additional General Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible General Child Admission: $10
Refund Policy: Refunds will not be provided for withdrawals or missed program days. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.
Halloween: Carnival of Bugs
Halloween at ʻImiloa: Carnival of Bugs
Get ready for a spooky and spectacular time at this year’s Halloween event, where the spotlight is on Hawai‘i’s native, endemic, and invasive insects! Join us for a fun-filled evening of interactive games, creative crafts, and hands-on educational activities that bring to life the vital role bugs play in our island ecosystems. Whether you're crawling with curiosity or just looking for some family-friendly Halloween fun, this event is sure to entertain, engage, and inspire a new appreciation for Hawai‘i’s tiniest – and most important – creatures. Come celebrate the creepy, the crawly, and the crucial this Halloween!
Member Pricing:
Adults & Children: $10
4 & Under: Free
General Admission:
Adults & Children: $16
4 & Under: Free
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Halloween Toddler Bug Club
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Halloween Toddler Bug Club
MONDAY: October 27, 2025
One Session ONLY 9 am - 11 am
Session Information
Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn will take place one Monday each month. Please note that there may be occasional instances where sessions will not be held. Hālau ‘Ōkupu sessions are thoughtfully planned on Mondays, a day when ‘Imiloa is closed to general admission. This creates an ideal environment for keiki to safely explore alongside their peers. Please note that during this time, ‘Imiloa opens up the opportunity for potential field trips, enhancing educational opportunities at ‘Imiloa.
Eligibility
Keiki must be between 1-4 years old and have an accompanying adult to participate.
Participation is limited to eligible keiki and their caregiver(s).
Caregivers may supervise no more than two keiki. This mandatory ratio of 2 keiki to 1 adult is employed to ensure that each child receives the supervision, and support they need to thrive in the program.
Accompanying adults are expected to participate and guide their child(ren) through the program’s hosted activities.
Adult-to-child ratio of 1:1 for a more enriching experience. By ensuring each child has dedicated attention, caregivers can actively engage with their keiki, fostering exploration, learning, and bonding moments that are both memorable and educational. This balanced ratio not only enhances the quality of interaction but also ensures the safety and enjoyment of all.
Member Admission: $20 (includes one child and supervising adult)
Additional Member Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible Member Child Admission: $10
General Admission: $30 (includes one child and one supervising adult)
Additional General Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible General Child Admission: $10
Refund Policy: Refunds will not be provided for withdrawals or missed program days. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.
October Pink Floyd
This immersive planetarium show combines the iconic music of Pink Floyd with stunning visuals, creating a mesmerizing journey through sound and space. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering this legendary album for the first time, this show promises to be a captivating experience like no other.
Please arrive early to find your seats. The show will start at 5:30 pm.
Ticket Prices
ʻImiloa Member: $12
General Public: $18
Koa Bug Design Contest
Print the forms below and return your finished designs by October 22 for a chance to win prizes!
ʻIkuwā 2025
This annual festival honors ʻIkuwā—the season in Hawaiʻi when seas roar, skies crackle, and forests come alive with sound. It is a time to recognize the elements, creatures, and beings we share space with, and the interdependence that sustains us all.
In collaboration with our ʻohana waʻa (Hawaiʻi’s voyaging canoe family) and with the support of ʻAma ʻOlukai and KS Kaiāulu, we celebrate our deep ties to land, sea, and sky through this free community festival.
Enjoy planetarium talks, waʻa tours and exhibits, music, hula, crafts, a local marketplace, food vendors, and traditional makahiki games.
Pink Floyd
This immersive planetarium show combines the iconic music of Pink Floyd with stunning visuals, creating a mesmerizing journey through sound and space. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering this legendary album for the first time, this show promises to be a captivating experience like no other.
Please arrive early to find your seats. The show will start at 5:30 pm.
Ticket Prices
ʻImiloa Member: $12
General Public: $18
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Kai - Ocean Exploration
Hālau ʻŌkupu: Kai - Ocean Exploration
MONDAY: September 22, 2025
One Session ONLY 9 am - 11 am
Session Information
Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn will take place one Monday each month. Please note that there may be occasional instances where sessions will not be held. Hālau ‘Ōkupu sessions are thoughtfully planned on Mondays, a day when ‘Imiloa is closed to general admission. This creates an ideal environment for keiki to safely explore alongside their peers. Please note that during this time, ‘Imiloa opens up the opportunity for potential field trips, enhancing educational opportunities at ‘Imiloa.
Eligibility
Keiki must be between 1-4 years old and have an accompanying adult to participate.
Participation is limited to eligible keiki and their caregiver(s).
Caregivers may supervise no more than two keiki. This mandatory ratio of 2 keiki to 1 adult is employed to ensure that each child receives the supervision, and support they need to thrive in the program.
Accompanying adults are expected to participate and guide their child(ren) through the program’s hosted activities.
Adult-to-child ratio of 1:1 for a more enriching experience. By ensuring each child has dedicated attention, caregivers can actively engage with their keiki, fostering exploration, learning, and bonding moments that are both memorable and educational. This balanced ratio not only enhances the quality of interaction but also ensures the safety and enjoyment of all.
Member Admission: $20 (includes one child and supervising adult)
Additional Member Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible Member Child Admission: $10
General Admission: $30 (includes one child and one supervising adult)
Additional General Adult Admission: $10
Additional Eligible General Child Admission: $10
Refund Policy: Refunds will not be provided for withdrawals or missed program days. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.