Entertainment
O-bon Begins
Strong ancestral ties, respect and honor for loved ones past, and gratitude in the form of music and dance begins June 8, at the Keauhou Shopping Center.
Jazz and Blues Festival Runs Thursday Through Sunday
The Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival to be held Thursday through Sunday includes a variety of events in the Kawaihae area.
Dueling Elvises Take the Stage in Waimea
“Four Weddings and an Elvis,” a romantic comedy by Nancy Frick, enters its final weekend at the Parker School Theater.
A Festival of Films this Memorial Day Weekend
A magical weekend full of stars of the silver screen — as well as the sky — come out in force for the Big Island Film Festival this Memorial Day weekend on the Kohala Coast.
Feel the Beat: Taiko Festival Hits UHH June 8-9
High-energy drumming takes over the University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center on a weekend in June.
Mother’s Day Weekend: Music and Flowers Galore
It’s a weekend overflowing with music and flowers, and there’s something for every mother to love.
Puna’s Weeklong Music Fest Hits the Ground Running
Enjoy a week of performances in puna from May 5 to May 11.
George Kahumoku Documentary ‘Seeds of Aloha’ at Palace Theater
Kickstarter-funded film will be introduced May 2 with a live performance by its subject
Go for Baroque with Musica Pacifica
One of America’s premier early music ensembles is coming to the UH-HIlo Performing Arts Center April 25.
It’s Time for ‘Great Leaps’ at UH-Hilo
The always-popular spring Dance Concert is coming to the UH-Hilo Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 27.
HPA to Present 37th Annual Horse Show
Free event features jumping competitions, hunter trials, and play day challenges.
‘I Hate Hamlet’ Coming to the Aloha Theatre
Shakespeare lovers (and haters) rejoice. Paul Rudnick’s Broadway comedy hits the Big Island this weekend.
Hawai‘i’s ‘Mushroom Man’ to Present Lyman Museum Lecture
UH Biologist Don Hemmes explains how to identify what’s deadly, what’s yummy, and more on Sunday, April 7.
The Merrie Monarch Festival Turns 50
From March 31 to April 6, the world will watch grace, culture, pride and people filled with aloha, doing something they love. Sunday kicks off the festivities with a Ho’olaulea and pageant. The pageant starts at 6 p.m. at the Hilo Armory.
Kona’s Largest Egg Dash at Old Airport Saturday
This Saturday pack up the kids and take them out for an egg hunt with prize drawings.
Bluegrass and Funk in Honoka’a
At the Honoka’a People’s Theater on Saturday March 30, Robin and Linda Williams will play songs from their latest album, These Old Dark Hills.
Chocolate Gala: You’re Invited to Indulge
There’s a four-foot high fondue fountain of chocolate, tables of chocolate confections, savory chocolate infused foods and more created by 25 chefs and culinary students.
Time to Talk Tea
Tea enthusiasts can share their passion for the leaf every Tuesday at 2 p.m., in Volcano Village. JoAnn Aguirre, tea educator, offers talks, tastings, and nibbles for the hour-long free series.
Honor “Irish Jack” with a Party on St. Paddy’s
Grab the kids, decide who’s sticking to soda or water for the night, assign a friend the noble job of being DD, or designated driver, and wear green this St. Patrick’s Day.
