#Hawaii County Parks and Recreation Department
‘Egg-citing’ public Easter events planned around the Big Island
Whether searching for Easter eggs is your jam or maybe you would rather have someone else do the holiday cooking, there’s something for everyone. So don those new Easter clothes and hop on over to one or more of these “egg-citing” events.
Registration open for Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation Department 2022 Winter Intersession programs
Looking for something for the kids to do during winter break? Hawai‘i County has some options.
Keiki with disabilities can experience surfing at upcoming free camp in Hilo
Experienced surfing instructors, surfboards and life vests will be provided during the Surfers Healing event.
Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo in Hilo to be temporarily closed to the public
The zoo will be closed Oct. 14 to host third- and fourth-graders from area schools for an educational event.
Temporary Closure Scheduled for Tennis Courts at Keaʻau Park
The Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation announces the temporary closure of the tennis courts at Herbert Shipman Park, located in Keaʻau.
Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival to Honor Kibe, West
The 2022 Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival is planning in-person festivities from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, and next year’s event will honor two special Waimea residents.
Hapuna Beach Facilities to Return as Soon as This Week
Showers and restrooms at the park have been closed since late October.
Gilbert Kahele Recreation Area Closed for Vector Treatment
Plan travel through this area with the knowledge that the public restrooms and amenities at this park will not be available during this timeframe.
Camping Reservations Reopen Online
All campsites will reopen with reduced maximum numbers of campers allowed.
Summer Jobs With Summer Fun Program
The department will continue to accept completed job applications until all positions are filled.
Hilo Park Closed for Maintenance
Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Park in Hilo temporarily closed today and will not reopen until Jan. 13, 2020.
