Activities
Hawai‘i Community College celebrates International Education Week
Events include Irish Night on Nov. 15, which will feature film screenings and a performance by Hawai‘i Irish Dance, and a celebration of Indian culture Nov. 16, both at the Manono campus in Hilo.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 9-15: Veterans Day at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, Honoka‘a Renaissance Faire, Japanese liqueur tasting and much more
There’s once again no lack of events, live music and other activities that will keep you occupied.
Behold! Second annual Honoka‘a Renaissance Faire is this weekend
Whether you’re royalty or not, there will be a fun time had by all as the entire community is transformed into a Renaissance realm.
Auditions set one night only Nov. 6 for upcoming HEART production of ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’
There are 12 male and four female roles available, ranging in age from their 20s to 70s. The Hilo Education Arts Repertory Theatre is hosting the auditions at the East Hawai‘i Cultural Center in downtown Hilo.
Who will be the first Hilo Idol? Finale Saturday night for Big Island’s singing competition
The six finalists vying for the crown, in no particular order, are Kacy Sanchez, Josh Lozada, Bridge Hartman, Terran “TJ” Kaleiwahea Jr., Teena-Marie Viavia and Loretta “Green Eyes” Lopes.
A spooky discovery in a Big Island cave leads to a documentary 23 years in the making
‘KAPU: Sacred Hawaiian Burials” is a documentary co-produced, directed, edited and created by Keoni Kealoha Alvarez of Puna, who’s road to self-discovery started in an ancient hidden cave.
Hawai‘i Island Veterans Day Parade to once again ‘Celebrate Service’
One of Hawai‘i’s largest Veterans Day parades returns to downtown Hilo on Nov. 4.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 2-8: Kona Coffee Cultural Festival, Hilo Idol finale, ʻIkuwā Festival and much more
The next week on the Big Island will once again be bustling with events you won’t want to miss.
West Hawai‘i lauhala weavers prepare for 52nd Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
Gifted lauhala weavers prepare for the 52nd Annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival that runs Nov. 3-12.
Top 25 spooktacular Halloween things to do on the Big Island for Oct. 26-Nov. 1
The Big Island is getting into the Halloween spirit this week with so many activities and events lined up that it was hard to come up with just 20.
Plant People Road Show: Big Island Nursery Showcase on Oct. 28
The Plant People Road Show will be held on Oct. 28 at the Makaʻeo Pavilion at Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area, showcasing local family-owned and independent nurseries.
‘Coffee Tea Water: Essential Elements EXPO’ Oct. 21 at Nāʻālehu Park
Stargazer Industries in Nā’ālehu is hosting the “Coffee Tea Water: Essential Elements EXPO,” on Oct. 21, celebrating Ka’u coffee and tea farmers with live music, food, local vendors and more.
Nightmare on Kino‘ole Street: Haunted House Hilo offers scary good time
One of the newest haunted attractions on the Big Island promises a horrifyingly fun experience, immersing those who enter in a dark and horrendous world full of things that go bump in the night and worse.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 19-25: Food festivals, Pink Out Color Run, Halloween-related events and much more
There’s again plenty to do on the Big Island during the next week, whether you’re searching to tickle your taste buds, groove to live music, honor breast cancer survivors and more.
Peace Day Parade returns to Honoka‘a
The United Nation’s official International Day of Peace is Sept. 21 each year. This year’s parade in Honoka‘a was originally scheduled for Sept. 23, but it was postponed.
Brown Bag Lunch Series: Being an Ally, Caring for Those in Conflict
The nonprofit Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center in Hilo is hosting a free Zoom talk on Oct. 19 as part of its “Finding Solutions, Growing Peace” series, featuring Darlene Viggiano, Ph.D., discussing “Being an Ally: Caring for Those in Conflict.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island Oct. 12-18: Kalapana in concert, Waimea Fall Festival, Taste of Hilo, Kona Underpants Run
The VinFast Ironman World Championship women’s triathlon isn’t the only show in town this week. There’s plenty of activities, festivals, entertainment and more around the island to keep keiki to kūpuna busy.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 5-11: Ghost stories, brews, art, ancient Hawaiian games and much more
The next week on the Big Island is packed full of events that the entire family can enjoy.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 28-Oct. 4: Marching to fight fentanyl, punk rock, ‘Hometown Legends,’ Aloha Shirt Festival and much more
There are plenty of events, activities and entertainment to keep residents and visitors alike busy during the next week.
18th annual Nisei Soldiers Memorial Service honors fallen WWII heroes
The 18th Annual Nisei Soldiers Memorial Service pays tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the Nisei soldiers who served during World War II.
