Crawl Space Jason Genegabus

Saturday

"Release"

The 808 Scene Zine introduces its latest party, "Release," a monthly showcase of the artists covered within the pages of the publication.

Local hip-hop represents with a performance by Ryde or Die Movement (pictured), with additional sets by Tempo Valley and Sahra Indio. This event also plans to foster collaboration between Hawaii-based artists and those from the mainland; Saturday's show will feature New York-based rapper Marvalous.

Doors open at 9:30 p.m. for the 21-and-over crowd, with an $8 cover charge in effect.

Saturday

"Brazilian Carnaval"

Still got those beads from Mardi Gras? Put them back on and head to Cirque Hawaii for the "Brazilian Carnaval," hosted by Sick Dog and RexDoubleXus Entertainment.

Doors open at 10 p.m. for everyone 18-and-over; those old enough to drink will enjoy $2 Heineken drafts and $4 Long Island Iced Teas. Live Brazilian music is planned until 1 a.m., when DJ Rude Dogg will take over on the turntables to keep people dancing until four in the morning.