Kalapaki Joe’s and Poipu Beach Resort Association Announce the 2nd Annual New Year’s Eve Music Fest and Fireworks Celebration at Poipu Beach Park

Kalapaki Joe’s Blue Moon Beer-battered Fish. Daniel Lane photos

Kalapaki Joe’s, in partnership with Poipu Beach Resort Association, is hosting the New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31, 2012 at Poipu Beach Park. The event, which is complimentary and open to the public begins at 5 p.m. with live local music, food booths, keiki (children’s) tent, and culminates with a spectacular fireworks show at 9:20 p.m.

The Kalapaki Joe’s Music Fest features bands from the Islands including Na Hoku Hanohano Award Winning musician Anuhea. Known for blending engaging lyrics, acoustic soul, pop, rap and reggae, Anuhea has earned the reputation as Hawaii’s number one female artist. Other performers include Kauai’s Revival and Papa’a Bay Boys, as well as Dustin Thomas who is back in the Islands after a West Coast tour.

Paco’s Mahi Mahi Tacos, cilantro jalapeno sauce and tangy hot sauce. Daniel Lane photo

Food Booths will be set up around the main county pavilion at Poipu Beach Park and will spotlight local fare for families from members of the Poipu Beach Resort Association. Food vendors include Kalapaki Joe’s, Keokis Paradise, Chalupas, Paco’s Tacos and Chicago Eatz.

The Keiki Tent, sponsored by the Boys and Girls Club of Kauai, is located next to the beach playground and features Hawaiian games and much more. The tent is complimentary to the public, but donations to the club are highly recommended.

Chalupas’ The Torta, an enormous Mexican sandwich, is traditionally filled with carnitas. Daniel Lane photo

The fireworks show is hosted by Poipu Beach Resort Association and is a long-standing New Year’s Eve tradition in Poipu. This family fun filled event is supported by numerous sponsors from the Southside community.

Please call Poipu Beach Resort Association at 808-742-7444 if you would like to request an ASL Interpreter, materials in an alternate format, or other auxiliary aid support seven calendar days before the event.

Kalapaki Joe’s is located in Lihue at Harbor Mall across from beautiful Kalapaki Bay and on the Southside on Poipu Road just minutes from the world famous Poipu Beach Park. For more information, please visit the Kalapaki Joe’s website or phone 808-742-6366.