Activities
Volcanoes National Park Announces September 2017 Events
The events include traditional Hawaiian activity workshops and volunteer opportunities for land preservation.
Green Lake Concert to Focus on Rat Lungworm Awareness
The Green Lake Rat Lungworm Awareness Concert will be held at Green Lake in Puna from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26.
Maunakea Speaker Series to Explore Hawaiian Stone Tools on Aug. 24
Presentation will focus on Hawaiian stone tools and the role of quarries in ancient Hawai‘i.
Big Island ‘Ohana Musical Festival Debuts Aug. 25
The three-day family-friendly event will include local musicians, local food, crafts and more.
2,500 Paddlers to Compete in Queen Lili‘uokalani Canoe Races
The 2017 Queen Lili‘uokalani Long Distance Outrigger Canoe Races, the world’s largest long-distance outrigger canoe race, gets underway over Labor Day Weekend.
Free ʻŌhiʻa Love Festival at ‘Imiloa
The ʻŌhiʻa Love Fest, a free festival celebrating ‘ʻōhiʻa trees, will be held on Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center.
‘Get Into Your Sanctuary’ at Mokupāpapa Discovery Center
The public is invited to NOAA’s Mokupāpapa Discovery Center in Hilo on Saturday for a celebration of the third annual National Get Into Your Sanctuary Day.
Hawai‘i Island Festival of Birds Adds to Event Schedule
The event will feature workshops, classes, field trips, vendors, talks and an all-day Bird Fair.
Orchid Presentation at Daifukuji Soto Mission Hall
The Kona Daifukuji Orchid Club will offer a free presentation by Julie Goettsch on Aug. 9, 2017, at 7 p.m. at the Daifukuji Soto Mission Hall.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes Park Announces August 2017 Events
August 2017 programs include traditional crafts, art and music, volunteer opportunities and more.
Puna Holds First International Day of Mango Festival
East Hawai‘i’s First Annual International Day of Mango was held Saturday, July 22, 2017, at the Hawaiian Sanctuary in Puna.
2nd Hawaii Island Festival of Birds Coming in September
The Second Annual Hawaii Island Festival of Birds is set for Sept. 15 through 17, 2017, at the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay.
Kīlauea Volcano: Fly, Hike, Swim & Bike
Whether you prefer to fly, hike, swim or bike during the day or at night, there are a variety of ways to experience the Kīlauea Volcano and get your lava fix.
Guided Hikes, Free Programs in Hawai‘i Volcanoes Park
Explore the Kahuku unit of Hawai‘i Volcanoes Park through hikes, Hawaiian cultural demonstrations and other free programs.
Annual Kona Daifukuji Orchid Club Show & Sale
The 35th annual Kona Daifukuji Orchid Club (KDOC) show and sale will be held on Sunday, July 23, at the Daifukuji Soto Mission Hall in Kealakekua.
Tibetan Monk To Present Talk at 3 Big Island Locations
Rev. Sonam Wangdi Bhutia will talk about his dramatic personal journey at the founder of a new Buddhist movement in Kathmandu on July 15 and 16.
Hawai‘i CC Hosting Car Show Featuring Celebrity Charley Hutton
The free event featuring a variety of cars and an automotive celebrity will be held on July 15 in Hilo.
Mālama Maunakea Weed Pulls Scheduled
Volunteers are needed for upcoming Mālama Maunakea weed pulls on Saturday, July 22, and Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017.
Abundant Aloha at Hawaiian Cultural Festival & BioBlitz
Several thousand people enjoyed the annual event that celebrates and perpetuates authentic Hawaiian culture.
Hawai‘i Annual Code Challenge Begins August 26
The State of Hawai‘i is calling on programmers, software developers and tech-minded innovators to solve state-level IT problems.
