Fair food fest

The fair with the best food is coming back to town. Sure, it has the E.K. Fernandez rides the array of keiki games but the thing that sets the Iolani Fair apart from the rest of the fun fairs out there is the gourmet tent. This year looks for the lobster bisque served with a grilled cheese sandwich and the lobster and shrimp roll, among other gourmet offerings. Grab some grinds while the kids get dizzy on the dragon ride. April 20-21, noon to 10:30 p.m. iolanifair.org

Hawaii Kai carnival time

Anyone who drives down Kalanianaole Highway has seen the rides being set up already. East Honolulu gets a does of carnival fun as the Hawaii Kai Carnival returns to the roadside site at the intersection of Hawaii Kai Drive with E.K. Fernandez rides and games March 16-18 and March 23-25. For a lineup of entertainers and ride prices, visit ekfernandez.com.