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King Kamehameha Day celebrations to close a portion of Ali‘i Drive all day

For the first time in the history of the festival, a portion of Ali‘i Drive will remain closed all day for the celebration.

Long-awaited work on Hulihe‘e Palace seawall begins

Manu Powers, regent and president of Daughters of Hawaiʻi, an organization that takes care of the palace, said workers from Isemoto Contracting Co. were hired to do the wall and sidewalk work.

Business Monday: Big Island Ghost Tours takes guests on haunted — and historic — otherworldly adventures

The tour company based at the Kona Inn Shopping Village offers several options for guests to explore “Paranormal Paradise” around the Big Island, from Kona to Hilo and places in between.

Hulihe‘e Palace in Kona lights up blue for autism awareness

Hulihe‘e Palace in downtown Kailua-Kona was among the thousands of buildings and historical landmarks around the world that illuminated in blue on April 2 for World Autism Awareness Day.

185-year-old Huliheʻe Palace in Kona housed kings and queens; now it needs help

For several years, Hulihe‘e Palace in Kona has suffered severe “physical trauma” — caused by tsunamis, earthquakes and high surf — that can be seen throughout the grounds.

Hulihe‘e Palace Damaged Following Break-In

State archeologists continue to assess costs incurred by damages done to a historical site in downtown Kailua-Kona after a 27-year-old woman attempted to break into the building.

Hawaiian Monk Seal Spotted on Ali‘i Drive Beach

A small beach along Ali‘i Drive was visited by a Hawaiian monk seal Wednesday.

Day at Hulihe‘e Palace Event Coming in March

Daughters of Hawai‘i has been awarded a $7,000 grant from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.

Free Kona Hula Celebration set for October

The event, titled Hula is Aloha, Hula is Hawai’i—He Hali’a Aloha No Lanakilakeikiahiali’i, is intended to celebrate and honor Kumu Hula George Naope.

Māhealani Moon Party at Hulihe‘e Palace

Every month, on the Friday of the full moon, Kūpuna, Hawaiian entertainers and Kumu Hula bring the past to the present by way of mele, dance and storytelling at the Hulihe‘e Palace.

Public Invited to Celebrate 38th ‘Day at Hulihe‘e Palace’

Admission will be free during this one-day event.

Hulihe’e Palace: Princess Kaiulani

Princess Victoria Kawekiu Lunalilo Kalaninuiahilapalapa Kaiulani was the last heir to the Hawaiian throne. Born in 1875 to Princess Miriam Likelike, she was the niece of King Kalakaua.

Hulihee Palace Expands Hours For Holidays

Kona’s historic Hulihe`e Palace is expanding its museum tour hours for the holidays.

Visit Hulihee Palace Free on Sunday

Enjoy entertainment and a free visit to Hulihee Palace Sunday in honor of the late King Kamehameha III.

Hula Festivities Honor ‘Iolani Luahine

This year, the 11th Annual ‘Iolani Luahine Hula Festival takes place on January 24, 25, and 26, at the Hulihe’e Palace grounds and at the King Kamehameha Hotel’s courtyard.

This Weekend: Make A Date With the Big Island

Go out. Have fun, and spend time laughing with those you want to hug tight, share a basket of fries with, or get to know better. Just do.

Weekend Roundup: Puna Music Fest, Food, Glee

Dream of weekend bliss and plan on audio love, food and fundraising, artsy enchantment and more this weekend beginning May 18.