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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Jan. 16-22: KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa, volcano comedy, ‘Aloha Spirit Rising,’ Keiki Fun Run/Walk and more

If ever there was a week when “variety” best fit the top 10 things happening around the Big Island, this would be it. From an hour of volcano stand-up comedy to the return of the KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa, there definitely is something for everyone. Check em out today!

Watch the teaser: What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano?

Comedian Ben Miller, and 2023 artist-in-residence at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, brings his hourlong show ‘Stand-Up Science Presents: Volcano’ to Kona and Hilo.

2025 Hawai‘i County youth track and field meet dates set

Entry forms and additional information are available at the Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation website. Students who want to participate should first check if their school offers a track and field program.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Jan. 9-15: T.S.O.L. live, more Volcano Awareness Month events, the Java experience and more

The Big Island is once again teeming with events, activities, shows and more for any and everyone to enjoy. Check out what’s happening in this week’s top 10!

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Jan. 2-8: Several achievable resolutions, from ‘The Princess Bride’ to Volcano Awareness Month events

Behind us are the holidays and ahead is a whole new year, full of exciting experiences and opportunities to reinvent ourselves. Let’s make a resolution to try something new during 2025.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Dec. 29-Jan. 1, 2025: Whole lot of fun planned to celebrate New Year’s — together

As another year comes to a close, revelry and talk of auld lang syne will abound — reminiscing about times long past for old times’ sake. But no matter what you do to celebrate this New Year’s, be safe, be responsible and do it together.

The Grind Session coming to Hilo

2-day showcase will feature top high school basketball players from U.S. and Canada, with presumptive No. 1 2026 NBA Draft pick AJ Dybantsa to headline the field.

Kuleana Rum Works launches monthly guest chef series

The kickoff dinner Dec. 29 will spotlight the theme “Rum & Hawai‘i Island Pork,” with a crafted 4-course dinner, each paired with signature Kuleana Rum Works cocktails.

12 things the Big Island gave us to do during the 5 days before Christmas

Enjoy the full slate of what our truly loved Big Island gave to us to do this year for the holidays. It is much better than a partridge in a pear tree or 4 calling birds. At least in our opinion.

Community invited to sing along during Hilo’s annual ‘Messiah’ event

As the first Hilo SingAlong Messiah without Tom McAlexander, the event will begin with a short celebration of his life and his 25-year devotion to the Hilo choral community.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Dec. 9-13: ‘The Nutcracker,’ photos with Santa, Christmas chocolates and cocktails, candlelight memorial and more

There are several upcoming festive events scheduled this week at island venues in celebration of the Yuletide season. Check out our top 10 things to do now!

Experience the ‘Magic of the Season’

Hawai‘i County invites the public to the cherished weeklong annual holiday open house tradition that will feature festivities such as live hula and music, food trucks, goodies and snacks, decorations and more.

Christmas Parade Spotlight: 64th Waimea Twilight Christmas Parade

‘A Waimea Christmas Memory’ is in store during the 2024 installment of Hawai‘i’s second-oldest holiday parade.

Meeting slated for under 14 basketball league coaches, team reps

League play is anticipated to run from Jan. 21 to March 27, 2025.

Volcano Watch: How have eruptions shaped Hawaiʻi? Volcano Awareness Month 2025, with a twist

Join Hawaiian Volcano Observatory and partners again in January 2025 to learn about volcanic activity in Hawaiʻi but also think about submitting a piece for the new art and poetry contest.

Celebrate the season with the family in a Waikōloa Winter Wonderland

The forecast on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 21 and Dec. 23 at Kings’ Shops calls for a magical holiday celebration complete with falling snow choreographed to festive music and theatrical lighting with entertainment, special performances and more.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Dec. 1-4: Unique holiday shopping opportunities, Hawaiian Christmas Nights, Santa Paws, Christmas Corners and more

The Big Island, as always, has plenty to do now that we all might have a little more free time after the Thanskgiving holiday weekend.

Flocking together to keep the heritage in this World Heritage Site on the Big Island

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is thankful this Thanksgiving holiday weekend for staff, volunteers and all of its partners who work behind the scenes — and even on holidays — to protect it from invasive, non-native introduced pests. You can get involved, too.

Don’t miss the holiday cheer: 2024 Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade is tonight

The holiday extravaganza that baths downtown Hilo in the familiar hues of Christmas lights starts at 6 p.m. and officially kicks off the Christmas parade season on the Big Island.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 21-27: 7th annual Turkey Trot; ‘Pan, Shadow & Tinker: A Thanksgiving Carol’; upcoming Turkey Day community meals; and more

Thanksgiving is almost here. Before you sit down with the family for that tasty turkey dinner, celebrate with some pre-Turkey Day events and more. Don’t miss this week’s top 10 things to do on the island!
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