Entertainment
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.
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.
Bravo’s ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’ includes Big Island native on drama-filled crew
Jessika Asai is a stewardess on the 180-foot luxury motor yacht Mustique navigating the waters of the Italian Riviera — and all the drama — on this season of yachting reality show.
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.
Hilo resident hopes motorcycle in honor of late mother will be next Hot Wheels die-cast
The Global Hot Wheels Legends Tour, in search of the next Hot Wheels die-cast, will take place on Saturday from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the Walmart in Kona.
Who will be the Hilo Idol? First 3 of 6 finalists selected Wednesday
Returning to the Big Island’s ultimate singing competition stage Wednesday night at Hilo Town Market were nine of the 18 winners from the first six quarterfinal rounds, once again battling it out in karaoke format.
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.
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.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 21-27: Peace Day activities, Keauhou Community Day, The Gospel Experience and much more
Whether you’re looking to catch some live music, entertainment or a workshop to learn new skills, give your input on the future use of the Great Crack and Ala Waiʻi areas at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, gather with community, rock out during an electronic music showcase or just get out of the house for a while, there’s once again plenty to do on the Big Island during the next week.
Big Island town to participate in nationwide ‘Arts for EveryBody’ project where local artists will celebrate culture and community
Vibrant Hawai’i, a local nonprofit, will support up to 12 artists in a year-long fellowship to create art that enhances collective well-being, celebrates cultural stories in Hawaiʻi, and strengthens community resilience.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 14-20: Lava viewing, Hilo Idol, Old Hawai‘i on Horseback pageant and more
Make the trip to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park to see the Kīlauea eruption or cheer on your favorite choice to win Hilo Idol. There are more opportunities to support those affected by the devastating wildfires on Maui and also a celebration planned for International Dot Day, as well as a pageant featuring some of the island’s best horse riders in period costumes.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island Sept. 7-13: 24th annual Queen Lili‘uokalani Festival; Big Island Chocolate Festival Dip, Sip and Paint; Devin Saltiban meet and greet; and more
Whether it’s celebrating Queen Lili’uokalani’s birthday with a festival in the Hilo park that shares her name; getting an autograph from 2023 Hilo High grad Devin Saltiban, who was picked by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2023 Major League Baseball draft; watching pickleball matches to support Maui wildfire relief efforts; or supporting your favorite contestant in the next round of Hilo Idol, once again, there is plenty to do on the Big Island during the next week.
Kona Dance and Performing Arts to host a weekend of dance classes with the pros
Kona Dance and Performing Arts presents a weekend of dance workshops with world-renowned teaching artists Roman Vasquez and Charlene Rose, offering a variety of classes for students aged 13 and up.
Maui Ola Benefit Concert Series continues with performance by The Green
After raising over $1 million for Maui relief, Maui Ola will return with a series of benefit concerts- donating all proceeds to those impacted by Mauiʻs devastating wildfires.
This is Hilo Idol: New singing competition opening doors for Big Island talent
Hilo Idol, is creating a platform — a literal stage — for exposure, cross-promotion and being part of reconnecting, re-establishing and reinvigorating the community in a still-waking post-COVID world.