On the Grid — 12/25/15
Dec. 26 SAT
NIGHTMARE AFTER CHRISTMAS
AT BAR 35
So here’s the thing: Christmas may have come and gone, but that doesn’t mean you can’t prolong it for just a little bit more, right? Plus, this month’s installment of 80s Pop Muzik, Nightmare After Christmas, promises to help you shed all that holiday weight you’ve no doubt gained with a night full of dancing. And, to sweeten the pot, bring an unwanted gift you got to exchange with someone else. DJs Nocturna and Rhombus will provide music, along with special guests Debauch and Dark Cloud. The party goes from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., and $5 gets you in. djnocturna.com
Dec. 27 SUN
TYRONE WELLS
AT CROSSROADS AT HAWAIIAN BRIAN’S
It’s a family affair at Crossroads at Hawaiian Brian’s with musician Tyrone Wells bringing to the stage his wife Elina and brother-in-law Kevin Chang. Expect a night of rock, pop, soul and native music with special guests like bass player Stan Tibayan and soprano saxophonist Anders Paulsson. Doors are set to open at 6 p.m., and tickets cost $15 in advance. tyronewells.com/tour
Dec. 27-28 SUN-MON
JHENE AIKO
AT THE REPUBLIK
Even if you think you’re unfamiliar with soulful singer and Grammy Award nominee Jhene Aiko, chances are you’ve heard her somewhere — the 27-year-old has collaborated with everyone from Big Sean and Childish Gambino, to Omarion and Chris Brown. Catch her at 8 p.m. at The Republik on either Sunday or Monday evening. Tickets cost $35, with a $5 increase the day of the show. jointherepublik.com
Dec. 31 THUR
SIXTH ANNUAL NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY OFTHE YEAR
AT ALOHA TOWER MARKETPLACE
Stop by Aloha Tower Marketplace between 5 p.m. and 2 a.m. to check out the sixth annual New Year’s Eve Party of the Year. The night promises eight different entertainment areas, along with food and fireworks. Performers include Walshy Fire of Major Lazer, PeniDean, Kaipo Kapua, The Late Ones, Rebel Souljahz and more. Tickets cost $40-$150. (A VIP table also is available for $1,000.) nyehawaii.com
MASQUERADE >BALL
AT SKY WAIKIKI
Here’s something that sounds a little fancy (and fun): SKY Waikiki is saying goodbye to 2015 with a masquerade ball — complete with hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, a champagne toast at midnight and that stellar view of Waikiki. P.S. Doors open at 8 p.m., so don’t forget your mask. Tickets cost $125. VIP tables for $225 a person also are available. skywaikiki.com
2016 NEW YEAR’S EVE LUX
AT TRUMP INTERNATIONAL HOTEL WAIKIKI BEACHWALK
In the mood to get even fancier? Get your tux out of the closet (or rent one if you need to) and head to Trump International Hotel on Waikiki Beachwalk. The dress code will be strictly enforced, so to help, think James Bond and Vesper Lynd in Casino Royale. It’s perfect, too, because the night offers a casino area, along with DJs Bikini and Misc providing music, food and drinks. The night goes from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., and tickets start at $125. newyearsevehonolulu.com
NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE MODERN
THE MODERN HONOLULU
The Modern Honolulu has so many events lined up in one night that you might as well try to hit them all. There’s a seven-course dinner, pool party, special menu at Morimoto Waikiki and New York-themed evening at Addiction. All of them have varying prices and times, so check out the website for detailed information. themodernhonolulu.com/holidays2015
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