HALAU ‘O KEIKIALI’I For more than two decades, this San Francisco troupe has been dedicated to showcasing the rich cultural traditions of the Hawaiian people. To cap off the company’s weeklong residency at Wellesley College, the music and dance ensemble presents “Ho’okupu — The Offering,’’ which highlights Hawaii’s deep historical connections to New England. Sept. 17. Free. Wellesley College’s Jewett Auditorium. 781-283-2028, www.wellesley.edu

EUPHONIA: A CELEBRATION OF MUSIC, ART & DANCE A fund-raiser for the Global Music Project, an organization that helps provide instruments to needy musicians around the world, this 21-plus performance event features American Tribal Style belly dance by Eva J. and others, as well as live music, live painting, and henna tattoos for all takers. Sept. 16, 9 p.m. $10. Koto Grill, Salem. 978-498-4826, www.eventbrite.com

TANGO IN THE PARK Saturday marks the last night of the season to enjoy this summer tradition of tango dancing under the stars on the Rose Kennedy Greenway. It starts at 6 p.m., with a short performance at 6:45 p.m. Newbies can take advantage of a free group beginner tango lesson by Ultimate Tango at 7 p.m., then try out moves to a DJ mix of traditional and alternative tango tunes. Sept. 17, 6-9 p.m. Free. High Street and Atlantic Avenue. 347-228-7856, www.bostontangointhepark.com

RAPHAEL XAVIER Formerly with Rennie Harris Puremovement, the Guggenheim Fellowship-winning Xavier puts street dance to the service of thoughtful, aesthetically bold construction with a postmodern flair. He and his company (pictured) bring the new “Point of Interest,’’ which challenges the notion that hip-hop is only for the young. Sept. 30-Oct. 1. $36-$40. World Music/CRASHarts, Institute of Contemporary Art. 617-876-4275, www.worldmusic.org KAREN CAMPBELL

Karen Campbell can be reached at karencampbell4@rcn.com.