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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for June 5-11: National Donut Day, Puna Taiko Summer Festival, ‘Songs of the Sea’ and more

It’s another week full of a unique variety of fun events, activities and more on the Big Island. Check out the top 10 things to do now!

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 29-June 4: Punk rock, Hawaiian music fest, keiki camps, “WHAAM!” and more

A great variety of events, activities, festivals and more is once again available for people of all ages; check out this week’s top 10 to see what piques your interests!

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 22-28: Graduation Celebration Concert, Lord of the Juggling Rings, Tropicaliente 4, free climbing day and more

This weekend marks the unofficial beginning of summer, with Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, and the Big Island, especially Puna, has plenty to do for revelers looking to celebrate during the long holiday break.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 8-14: Charity walk, chocolate fest, spring concert, classic piano and more

Treat the woman who gave birth to you with an event that has a more personal touch; when you saw it, Mom was the first person who came to mind. This week’s top 10 has some great ideas!

Vision to take physical shape: St. James’ Episcopal parish prepares to break ground on The Gathering Place

New multi-use community hub to expand food security efforts, youth programming and essential services in Waimea.

Business Monday: Hale Kanikapila brings new energy to a familiar space in downtown Hilo

Hale Kanikapila breathes new life into downtown Hilo, transforming the former site of Hilo Town Tavern into a vibrant hub for music, food, and community gatherings

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 1-7: Lei Day, AstroDay, Mother’s Day Orchid Show and more

This upcoming weekend promises 3 days packed full of so much fun for the entire ‘ohana, we had to slightly increase the top 10 to a top 11 things to do — with activities, events and festivals planned spanning from the earth under your feet to outer space.

Secure your spot now for 5th annual Fentanyl and Addictions Summit

hosted by Hawaiʻi Island Fentanyl Task Force, the event is slated for April 29 in Waimea and will feature presentations of information about data analysis correlating work between public safety and behavioral health and more, breakout sessions providing Native Hawaiian insight into substance use reduction, resource booths by community partners and more.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 24-30: Beekeepers, Denim Day, growing together, S. Tokunaga anniversary, native plants and more

This week’s top 10 has everything from an ongoing exhibit featuring the legacy of Hawaiʻi beekeepers to raising awareness about sexual assault and how to prevent it; check out this week’s listings right now!

Queenʻs North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital holding hiring event in Waimea

The Big Island hospital, part of The Queenʻs Health Systems, is recruiting for a range of clinical and non-clinical roles.

Waimea to host 3-day art fair featuring ‘Signs of Spring’ contest

Discover the vibrant world of local art at the Big Island Art Fair in Waimea, taking place April 23 to 25 at Kahilu Town Hall.

Mango Medical hosts free Health Career Exploration Seminar 2026 in Waimea

“You cannot be what you cannot see,” said nurse practitioner Joshua Lessard-Chaudoin. “Our goal is to give students meaningful exposure to healthcare careers, connect them with mentors and help guide their future pathways in medicine and wellness.”

Big Island’s top student readers test their memory, teamwork in annual Quiz Bowl

“The Quiz Bowl was created for kids that have reading tattooed on their forehead,” said David Giff, chair of the Heluhelu Quiz Bowl steering committee. “They are avid readers who happen to be quite competitive.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 17-23: Freaky Tiki, Uncle Charlie, Maisey Rika, HI-CAL DEAD, kickball, Earth Day cleanup and more

It’s another week with plenty to do around the Big Island, but if you’re a music enthusiast — or just like to listen to great tunes — several venues have events planned that are pitch perfect for you; check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!

Hawai‘i Community Foundation accepting applications for grants supporting Waimea community

Eligible applicants are those based in Waimea.

Hawaiʻi Island Fire Department seeks public input for new strategic plan

The Hawaiʻi Island Fire Department is inviting residents to help shape its future by completing an online survey and attending community meetings.

Big Island Saturday severe weather updates: Flood watch remains in effect with renewed chance for heavy rains throughout state

A heavy rain band potentially reaches Kaua‘i on Sunday night, but that remains rather uncertain; on the other hand, confidence is increasing that the Big Island will remain largely dry.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 10-16: Truly Royal Parade, hula kahiko, Puna Chocolate Spring Festival and much more

There are plenty of activities and events happening around the island during the next week, and not all of them are related to Merrie Monarch Week. Check out the top 10 things to do now!

Vibrant Hawaiʻi seeks distribution sites for keiki summer meal program

Vibrant Hawaiʻi is seeking community leaders to join the Kaukau 4 Keiki program this summer after receiving 9,500 applications from families in need across Hawaiʻi Island.

Temporary water discoloration prompts testing in South Kohala area

Hawaiʻi County’s Department of Water Supply is actively investigating reports of discolored tap water affecting residents in Waimea and Kamuela.
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