Pitstop: 08/31/18
Friday August 31
Jesse Wagner Live
Nick Danger presents a special solo performance by Jesse Wagner of The Aggrolites, playing dirty reggae at Downbeat Lounge. Supporting performance by Smitz. Show starts at 9 p.m., and admission is $10 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday September 1
#EmopartyHNL
City and Chainsaw Productions presents #emopartyhnl at Downbeat Lounge. Celebrate the glory days of Myspace and the sounds of blink-182, Rites of Spring, New Found Glory and more. Show starts at 9 p.m., and admission is $5 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Sunday September 2
Night Service Hawaii
Downbeat Lounge, Only MyTruest Productions and Sandy Scoops Media present Night Service, featuring live hip-hop beats. Music runs from 6 to 10 p.m., and admission is free for those 18 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Monday September 3
Open Mic Night
The Grind Entertainment presents an open mic night starting at 7 p.m. at Downbeat Lounge. Signup by email. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (tgehawaii@gmail.com)
East End Hot Rod Car Show
The East End Hot Rod Car Show returns to Hawaii Kai Towne Center starting at 2 p.m. One of the biggest and most diverse car shows in the state, the free family-friendly event features hundreds of beautiful dream machines and entertainment. (hawaiikaitownecenter.com)
Tuesday September 4
Karaoke Night
Be a rock star with Karaoke at Downbeat Lounge starting at 9 p.m. tonight and tomorrow. Songs are $1. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Wednesday September 5
Freddie for a Day
In honor of the 72nd birthday of legendary rock icon Freddie Mercury, Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu will host a “Freddie for a Day” celebration during business hours. The one-day event brings Freddie fans and staff together to honor the musician’s life and legacy, while raising awareness and funds for the Mercury Phoenix Trust. (hardrock.com/cafes/honolulu)
Thursday September 6
Pau Hana Block Party
Hawaii Literacy holds its 10th annual pau hana block party to support literacy in the state. Event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. at Murphy’s Bar & Grill. Tickets are $45 and include two drinks and dinner. (hawaiiliteracy.org/pauhana, 537-6706)
7 Pairs of Iron Shoes Live
Howlin’ rockers 7 Pairs of Iron Shoes play Downbeat Lounge with special guests in celebration of their new album release, titled Slip of the Pen. Show starts at 9 p.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
