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Big Island embraces Buddhist cultural tradition with 27 Obon celebrations this season

The Buddhist tradition of dance is meant to welcome, celebrate and appreciate ancestors and loved ones who have passed away.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for June 13-19: Waikōloa Music Festival, Drinks for Dad, Cannabis Awards Show & more

It’s Father’s Day on Sunday, and around the Big Island there are several events to take dad to, as well as something for everyone else.

Illuminate the night in remembrance, honor for loved ones who’s lights were snuffed out

For one evening each year, at the end of May, thousands of Big Island community members gather at Reeds Bay Beach Park in Hilo during the annual Hawai‘i Care Choices Celebration of Life to launch lanterns to pay tribute to the lives lived by loved ones who passed away and how they touched the lives of others.

Top 20 things to do on the Big Island July 27-Aug. 2: Hilo Orchid Show gala, Volcano Festival, Comedy Show

We all need a few laughs, something beautiful to admire and a little more fun so why not check out the Volcano Festival, a comedy show in Kona and the Orchid Show gala preview party. Here’s your Top 20 events on the Big Island this week.

Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival celebrated 30 years and Japanese culture

The 30th anniversary Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival put a spotlight on not just the cherry blossoms in Church Row Park but also Japanese tradition and heritage.

Church Row Awash with Blooms

After 20 years, Waimea is still pretty in pink…blossoms. Saturday February 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Church Row will be awash with buds and blooms, entertainment, crafts, art, culture, food and more.