Head into Waikiki tonight for the largest block party of the year — the 57th Annual Aloha Festivals Waikiki Ho'olaule'a.

Thousands are expected to gather along Kalakaua Avenue for entertainment geared toward the theme "Hula, Let the Story Be Told."

The ho'olaule'a will span 12 blocks. Different stages will feature hula halau, Hawaiian music and other performances, while booths will offer Hawaiian crafts, flower lei and, of course, food.

The party starts at 6:45 p.m. with an Aloha Festivals Royal Court presentation at the Royal Hawaiian Center, in the Royal Grove.

Then starting at 7 p.m., entertainment (subject to change) kicks off at several locations, sponsored by Hawaiian Airlines and Starwood and Outrigger Waikiki hotels and resorts:

ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER AT THE ROYAL GROVE

Host Randy Hudnall

7 p.m.: Kamehameha Schools Hawaiian Ensemble & Concert Glee

7:50 p.m.: Mayor Mufi Hannemann

8 p.m.: Teresa Bright

9 p.m.: Rebel Souljahzh

MOANA SURFRIDER

Host Bruddah Wade

7 p.m.: Kelly Delima & Ohana

8:10 p.m.: Sam Kapu Trio

9 p.m.: Maunaluau

WAIKIKI BEACH WALK

Host Billy V.

7 p.m.: Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie and Halau Kahulaliwai — kumu hula Blaine Kia

7:45 p.m.: Kekaniwai

8:30 p.m.: Kalani High School Variety Talent Show first-, second- and third-place winners

9:30 p.m.: Kapu Ohana

HYATT REGENCY WAIKIKI

Host Harry B

7 p.m.: Kawika Trask

8 p.m.: Halau 'Olapakuikala'i 'O Hokuaulani — kumu hula Hokuaulani Nihipali

9 p.m.: Raiatea Helm