NORTH SHORE HOSTS “Sunset on the Beach”

Oahu’s North Shore community is poised to host thousands of visitors to the third annual “North Shore – Sunset on the Beach” at Hale’iwa Alii Beach Park on Saturday and Sunday, October 2 & 3, from 11 am to 10 pm.

“I commend the efforts of the North Shore Chamber of Commerce and the North Shore community for their outstanding ability to bring together this tremendous family event,” said Mayor Jeremy Harris. “Our Rediscover Oahu weekends have proven to be an economic success as well as a wonderful opportunity to showcase communities around Oahu,” he added.

FUN FILLED WEEKEND ACTIVITIES
The weekend offers two days of fun in the sun and activities, great food, fabulous entertainment, blockbuster movies, Ohana Village and Open Marketplace. Sixteen local restaurants will feature their ethnic and signature dishes at very affordable prices. The event is free and open to the general public.

NON STOP LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Non-stop entertainment on the main stage begins daily from 11 am and will feature outstanding local artists. On Saturday, the entertainment lineup will include: The Nakamura Brothers, Open Jar, the BYUH Jazz Band, Power 3-0, Na Leo Nani Halau, and Paula Fuga. On Saturday artists include; North Shore Dance, Jack Fish, Surf Jam, Na Leo Nahenahe ‘O Na Kupuna, and Ghost Band.  The celebrity emcee for both days will be popular local comedian Bo Irvine from Sharkey’s Comedy Club in Waikiki.

OHANA ACTIVITIES
The Keiki Corner includes many interactive activities including arts and crafts and  a wide assortment of bouncers, castles and mechanical rides from Xtreme Fun Rentals. The rides are $1 to $3 with $20 wristbands available for the entire day.  Also participate in old-fashioned games and contests such malasada, pie, pizza and other eating contests, and relay races and games such as "Shaving Cream Shoot Off, Jump Rope Water Spash" and many others.  Bring your family and challenge your friends in a race!

OPEN MARKETPLACE
The Open Market will feature a wide variety of items from both local artisans and businesses. Local crafters will display original products to sell, such as Koa products, jewelry, clothing, shell lei, Hawaiian lei and much more.

BLOCKBUSTER MOVIES
Blockbuster movies will be shown each night on a 30-foot screen. On Saturday, the event hosts a double feature including:  “The Ride” and “The Day after Tomorrow” starting at 7 pm.  The director and cast of “The Ride” are invited to present the movie.  On Sunday, the movie will be “Hildalgo” also starting at 7 pm.

FREE SHUTTLE – FREE PARKING
Free shuttle buses will run from several locations on the North Shore. Locations for parking & shuttle include Cane Haul Road between the North Shore Marketplace and the Waialua Community Association. The shuttle bus will run continuously on both days from 12 pm to 10:30 pm with historical tours provided at 1, 2, and 3 pm.