Activities
Kona Stories Offers January ‘Words and Wine’
Join local authors for the monthly Words and Wine Event hosted by Kona Stories Book Shop.
Akiko’s Holding 21st Annual Mochi Pounding
Akiko’s Buddhist Bed & Breakfast will hold their 21st annual Traditional Mochi (rice cake) Pounding for Good Luck in the New Year on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018.
SURVEY: Hawai‘i Continues to Top List of Travel Destinations
Topping the list of U.S. destinations getting the most interest from North American travelers are Hawai‘i, Alaska and California.
Maunakea Speaker Series Hosting Presentation on Arthropods
The Maunakea Speaker Series closes out its 2018 monthly scholar-focused series on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, starting at 7 p.m.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Sets Updated Holiday Hours
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will be open on Christmas Day (Tuesday, Dec. 25) and New Year’s Eve (Monday, Dec. 31).
HVNP Announces Holiday Hours
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will be open on Christmas Day (Tues., Dec. 25) and New Year’s Eve (Mon., Dec. 31).
Sheraton Hosting Holiday Activities
Experience festive dining options and activities at the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay this holiday season.
Hawai‘i Trek Tops List of ‘First Day Hikes’
The annual First Day Hike on the Makapu’u Light House Trail is arguably the most unique of the nearly 1,200 hikes in America’s State Parks each New Year’s Day.
Historical Society Celebrates New Exhibit
The Kona Historical Society hosted about 85 guests at their Kealakekua headquarters on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018, for a special opening reception.
TALK: Bringing Ritual Into Daily Life for Inner Peace & Happiness
The nonprofit Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center will be hosting a free talk on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, as part of their “Finding Solutions, Growing Peace” Brown Bag Lunch Series.
Decorate Gingerbread House at Menehune Coffee
Menehune Coffee in Captain Cook will holding a gingerbread house decorating event on Dec.14, 2018, from 3 to 6 p.m.
HVNP Hosting Volunteer Event
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park and the Island of Hawaii Visitors Bureau (IHVB) have partnered to host a “Live Pono: Stewardship at the Summit” volunteer event.
County Offering Free Wreath Making Program
The County of Hawaiʻi is holding a free wreath making program for anyone 14 and older.
County of Hawai‘i Presents ‘Magic of the Season’
The County of Hawai‘i invites Big Island residents to the 2018 “Magic of the Season” at the Hawai‘i County Building.
Santa Claus Returns to Queens’ MarketPlace
Santa Claus returns to Queens’ MarketPlace, with free photo ops through Dec. 22, and holiday entertainment to make the season bright.
Pua Na Pua Holiday Art Festival Celebrates
Abled Hawai‘i Artists (AHA), Full Life Hawai‘i and the Donkey Mill Art Center announce the third annual Pua Na Pua Holiday ArtFestival.
58th Waimea Christmas Twilight Parade Set for Dec. 1
The 58th Annual Waimea Christmas Twilight Parade is set for Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
Marzo to Serve as Grand Marshal of Pāhoa Holiday Parade
The Pāhoa Holiday Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, beginning at 9:30 a.m.
HVNP Offers Hawaiian Cultural & After Dark in the Park Events in December
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park continues its tradition of sharing Hawaiian culture, After Dark in the Park talks, and other programs throughout December.
Explore Kahuku with Guided Hikes and Programs
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will lead guided hikes and cultural programs in Kahuku during December.
