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People’s Choice Awards announced from Banyan Drive Art Stroll featured art exhibit

Artists displayed their best work featuring the theme “The Legacy of the Cherished Gardens.” Five People’s Choice Awards winners were chosen by those who attended the 5th Banyan Art Stroll on Jan. 11 in Hilo.

YMCA provides more fun and less fright with new Halloween events in Hilo

The Island of Hawaiʻi YMCA has planned three family-friendly events for the week of Halloween.

Inaugural Hāmākua festival celebrates history, legacy of sugar era on Big Island

Hāmākua Sugar Days Festival, hosted by the Honokaʻa Heritage Center, marks the 30th anniversary of the closing of the last local sugar plantation with events planned through Oct. 20.

Sign-wavings, vigils scheduled throughout Big Island for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The hope of the events is to show domestic violence survivors they are not alone and that resources are available when they’re ready to leave volatile living situations.

Top 10 things to do on the Big Island Sept. 12-18: Read some poetry, learn about manta rays or celebrate the 50th anniversary of an iconic music album and more

Read some poetry, learn about the majestic manta rays or celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic music albums of all time.

Plan ahead! Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park lists October events, updates

Some programs are sponsored by the National Parks Arts Foundation, Friends of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association.

County, Hawaiian Airlines offering free shuttle services during Merrie Monarch

The County of Hawaiʻi has entered into a partnership with Hawaiian Airlines and Big Island Candies to provide complimentary shuttle service during the celebrated Merrie Monarch Festival. The initiative aims to enhance the experience for both residents and visitors shopping at the Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts & Crafts Fair, offering convenient transportation between key locations […]

What you need to know about the 61st annual Merrie Monarch Festival

Get ready, world. The festival that celebrates everything hula and Hawaiian returns to Hilo on the Big Island from March 31 through April 6.

Manafest in Pāhoa returns after COVID pandemic

The event, which took place at the Kalani Oceanside Retreat Center, brought the “‘ohana back together,” said event co-producer Hope Medford.

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 the Big Island Aug. 24-30: Reggae on the Runway, Kenny Tagavilla at The View, Honua’ula Forest Reserve Hike and much more

From Reggae on the Runway in Kona to a “you pick” harvest event in Puna, there’s plenty to do this weekend and next week on the Big Island.

Top 20 things to do on the Big Island Aug. 10-16: Donate to Lahaina, Flower Fest, Pāhoa Art Walk, Carlos Santana Tribute, and Football

From a Flower Festival in Honoka’a to a Tribute to Carlos Santana in Hilo, there’s music, food, Walks to End homelessness and more happening on the Big Island this week. But our No. 1 thing to do this week is help the people of Lahaina. Here’s your Top 20 events on the Big Island this week.

Reminder: Several star-spangled events planned on Big Island to celebrate July 4th

Fourth of July on the Big Island this year features several family-friendly events. Check out our list of star-spangled shindigs to celebrate with a blast.

Big Island 4th of July events: from morning turtle release to night fireworks

There’s something for everybody during this year’s Fourth of July festivities on the Big Island, from a rodeo in Waimea to a rubber duckie derby in Waikōloa. And don’t forget about the fireworks shows!

Top 20 things to do on the Big Island June 22-28: KATCHAFIRE, Kona marlin tourney, Hilo Pride Weekend

The Top 20 things to do on the Big Island for the week of June 22-28 includes: KATCHAFIRE, Kona marlin tourney, Hilo Pride Weekend and Keller Williams. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.

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.

What was your favorite part of the Merrie Monarch Festival? Take our 30-second poll #8

From the Hoʻolauleʻa and opening ceremonies on Easter Sunday to the Hōʻike, Miss Aloha Hula, group hula competition, the arts and crafts fair and everything else, what was your favorite part of the 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival?

Keauhou Shopping Center in Kona spreading the love with special Valentine’s Day events

There are many forms of love and the shopping center is highlighting them all this February.

Mayor’s Cup golf tourney returns to raise funds for Hawai‘i Island United Way

Dust off those golf clubs and don your plaid pants to help raise funds for Hawai‘i Island United Way.

Fireworks Permits for Fourth of July Go on Sale This Week

Flash, boom, crackle and sparkle — its time to celebrate the Fourth of July, and firecrackers and fireworks are the main attractions.
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