On the Grid — 4/29/15

Apr. 29 WED

SYMPHONY ON THE LANAI
AT BLAISDELL CONCERT HALL LANAI

This week, Hawaii Symphony Orchestra sets the mood at Blaisdell’s weekly farmers market with some free music. hawaiisymphony orchestra.org

Apr. 30 THUR

ART + FLEA: AIR IN MOTION
AT 1020 AUAHI ST.

This month’s Art + Flea features art installations by visual artists Andrew Binkley, Jessi Devera and Lance Walters, along with other installations throughout the venue that explore the concept of “breath.” The night takes place from 5 to 10 p.m., and there is a $3 admission charge. artandflea.com

May 1 FRI

TY DOLLA $IGN
AT THE REPUBLIK

Los Angeles rapper Ty Dolla $ign makes a stop at The Republik at 9 p.m. for one night only. Tickets cost $30, with a $5 increase the day of the show. jointherepublik.com

TY DOLLA $IGN
Rapper Ty Dolla $ign performs AT THE REPUBLIK MAY 1 AT 9 P.M.

LEI DAY IN CHINATOWN
AT CHINATOWN

Celebrate May Day at numerous venues in Chinatown with a variety of events that begin as early as 10:30 a.m. Then things really start at 5:30 p.m. with Hawaiian music, Hawaiian plate dinners, a photo booth and more — all for free. cidchinatownhawaii.org

May 2 SAT

JAMBA HAWAII BANANA MAN CHASE AND KEIKI FUN RUN

This annual event invites participants to chase life-sized bananas around Ala Moana Beach Park and Magic Island. A Keiki Fun Run for kids ages 3-11 ensures everyone is able to chase bananas. The morning will include prize giveaways and starts bright and early at 7 a.m. Fees range from $20 to $30. jambajuicehawaii.com/jamba-banana-man-chase

WAIKIKI SPAM JAM
AT KALAKAUA AVENUE

Hawaii’s favorite delicacy is front and center during the 13th annual Waikiki Spam Jam. From 4 to 10 p.m., you can sample a myriad of ways to eat SPAM from 16 restaurants. Plus, you can relax through your kanak attack by listening to live music and perusing craft booths. Admission is free. spamjamhawaii.com

CINCO DE MAYO
AT RESTAURANT ROW

This Cinco de Mayo block party takes place on the grounds of Waterfront Plaza (aka Restaurant Row). The night serves as a celebration of Honolulu’s connection with the dances, arts, music and more of Latin America. Drink wristbands will be available for $5, or a $10 wristband will get you in at multiple nightclubs in the area. cincodemayohawaii.com

May 2-3 SAT-SUN

J BOOG
AT THE REPUBLIK

Former B2K-er J Boog (remember You Got Served?) performs two nights at The Republik. Shows start at 9 p.m. Tickets cost $25, with a $5 increase the day of the show. jointherepublik.com

TO SUBMIT >>> Send event information to Jaimie Kim at jkim@midweek.com, and she’ll feature it. Maybe. Including a high-resolution photo will help.