Entertainment
Rock musical ‘Rent’ coming to Waimea’s Kahilu Theatre
After a pandemic-imposed hiatus, Kahilu’s celebrated Youth Troupe returns to the stage for a special production for two performances only of the rock musical “Rent.”
Support a ‘Fabulous Free Future’ and turn out for Pride Weekend 2023
Come out and enjoy the rainbows as the Big Island’s most colorful kiki — the annual Hawai‘i Island LGBTQ+ Pride Parade and Festival — returns June 24 to Downtown Hilo.
Waimea public library hosting ‘Oral Histories of Civilians in World War II Hawaiʻi’
The oral histories of Waimea’s Hisao Kimura and Kukuihaele’s Nora Ka’aua will be among those featured in “An Era of Change: Oral Histories of Civilians in World War II Hawaiʻi.”
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park to celebrate 39th annual Hawaiian Cultural Festival
Attendees of the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park’s 39th annual Hawaiian Cultural Festival will enjoy Hawaiian music by Kenneth Makuakāne and Russell Mauga and experience traditional ‘oli (chant) and hula (dance) while learning a Hawaiian craft.
Top 20 things to do on the Big Island June 15-21: Volcano gawking, Mākaha Sons, climate fair
The Top 20 list of things to do on the Big Island, for the week of June 15-21, includes gawking at Kīlaueaʻs eruption, the Mākaha Sons and the first Climate Community Fair on the island.
World’s Toughest Row inaugural race kicks off in California and ends in Kaua‘i
Fourteen rowing teams from around the world departed from the shores of central California on Monday to compete in the inaugural Pacific Challenge of the World’s Toughest Row, which ends in Hanalei Bay on Kaua‘i.
Prestigious Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race returns after 3-year hiatus
The 41-mile, grueling Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race, which has been held for 72 years, is back after a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Families gather for World Ocean Day in Downtown Hilo
Families gather for World’s Oceans Day in Downtown Hilo’s Kalākaua Park on Saturday.
King Kamehameha Day festivities scheduled this weekend across the Big Island
King Kamehameha Day events on the Big Island include parades and lei drapings at two statues of the man who united the Hawaiian Islands.
‘Fires of Polynesia’ ignites Kings’ Shops with free live entertainment on Big Island
“Fires of Polynesia,” a free live performance at the Kings’ Shops in Waikōloa Beach Resort, showcases the strength and artistry of Polynesian dancers wielding the power of fire.
Big Island English teacher debuts first album recorded during pandemic in Kentucky cabin
In a tiny Western Kentucky cabin in December of 2020, Madison McCreary Stuart began recording songs for her first album in a loft she and her childhood friends converted into a music studio. It was during the COVID-19 pandemic. In between teaching English online to her 10th grade students at Kealakehe High School — who […]
Hawaiʻi documentary about kidney foundation’s COVID-19 efforts becomes Emmy Awards finalist
“Caught Inside,” a documentary showcasing the National Kidney Foundation of Hawaiʻi’s groundbreaking COVID-19 testing program, has been selected as a finalist at the Emmy Awards Northern California.
Sheriff Larry hosts talk story with cowboys, veterinarian at Honokaʻa Western Week
Honoka’a Western Week on the Big Island featured a special Cowboy Talk Story hour with host Sheriff Larry.
West Hawai‘i County Band presenting free ‘Memorable May’ concert
The West Hawai’i County Band is a community and civic band comprised of approximately 20 musicians from all walks of life.
Will Hawai‘i’s Iam Tongi be the next ‘American Idol’?
Willaim “Iam” Tongi from Kahuku, O‘ahu, will take the “American Idol” stage for his last time this season during the popular TV singing competition’s live finale today beginning at 2 p.m. Hawai‘i Standard Time, facing off against fellow finalists Colin Stough and Megan Danielle.
Back in the saddle: Honoka‘a Western Week returns full throttle May 19-29
The Big Island’s premier paniolo party is back and plans to pack a pretty good punch, so shake off your spurs, shine up your saddle, put on your cowboy best — boots included — and trot on over to Honoka‘a for the fun.
‘POPS!’ concert by Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra honors Armed Services Day
The Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra is set to perform a concert titled “POPS!” on May 21 at the Kahilu Theatre as a tribute to Armed Services Day.
Party with a purpose this weekend in Pāhoa during third Activate Puna event
The block party and benefit concert will feature live music, food trucks, art installations and pop-up vendors, all in celebration of the strength and resilience of the people and culture of the Puna district on the Big Island.
Sharkk Heartt to perform shows as artist-in-residence at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
Ruggles is working on a collection of new songs and allowing the incredible landscapes of Hawa’i Volcanoes to inspire the production of her music.
Connect with Hawaiian culture at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is offering new digital content and in-person programs to provide a deeper understanding of Native Hawaiian culture in May to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
