Sunday, August 12: 
Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament.  This year marks the 53rd annual running of this storied fishing tournament, in which teams from Hawaii, the U.S. and around the world compete to catch prized Pacific blue marlin and win the coveted HIBT’s Governor’s Trophy (no cash prizes are given). Most marlin caught are tagged and released to promote conservation.  Kailua Pier, Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona.  7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 836-3422.

Saturday, August 11: 
Na Mea Hawaii Hula Kahiko Performance:  See traditional hula and chant performed outdoors on the hula platform overlooking Kilauea Crater, featuring Halau Na Pua O Uluhaimalama at 10:30 a.m.; Hawaiian cultural demonstrations at Volcano Art Center Gallery, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Free; park entrance fees apply.  Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano.  For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Saturday, August 11: 
Establishment Day Hawaiian Festival.  The annual cultural festival at the Puukohola Heiau National Historical Site features a royal court procession along with many hands-on ancient Hawaiian lifestyle activities such as lei making, ipu making, lauhala weaving, poi pounding, plus double hull canoe rides, food tasting and much more. Free.  Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site, 62-3601 Kawaihae Rd., Kamuela (North Kohala).  10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  For information call (808) 882-7218.

Saturday, August 11:
Establishment Day Hawaiian Festival. The annual cultural festival at the Puukohola Heiau National Historical Site features a royal court procession along with many hands-on ancient Hawaiian lifestyle activities such as lei making, ipu making, lauhala weaving, poi pounding, plus double hull canoe rides, food tasting and much more. Free. Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site, 62-3601 Kawaihae Rd., Kamuela (North Kohala). 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 882-7218.

Every Sunday 6:00 pm: 
Emily T Gail Talks Golf & Other Sports sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide is an hour long conversation with and about people and events on the Big Island and the mainland.  Emily talks with recreational, high school and professional athletes and the coaches, the parents, the organizers, the media and so much more.  Learn what’s going on in sports on the island where visitors are always welcome to participate and be a part of our Big Island Sports community. ESPN Radio AM850 Hilo AM790 Kona.  Emily T Gail (808) 896-6780, emilytgail@emilys.org, www.emilys.org.

Saturdays throughout the Month of August: 
Obon Dance & Festival.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.

• Saturday, August 18:  Kamuela Hongwanji Mission, 65-1110 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kamuela (North Kohala).  7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 885-4481.
• Saturday, August 25:  Honohina Hongwanji Mission, 32-896 Malamalahoa Hwy, Ninole.  7:00 p.m.  For information call (808) 963-6032.

Every Wednesday:
Hawaiian Live. Experience Hawaiian history, traditions and culture through storytelling, film, music, oli (chant) and hula. Topics change weekly as the program revolves around the Hawaiian lunar calendar. Newly restored pipe organ featured. Palace Theater in Hilo. Wednesdays at 11 a.m. $5/children free. Call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.

Every Wednesday:
Hawaiiana Live. Experience Hawaiian history, traditions and culture through storytelling, film, music, oli (chant) and hula. Topics change weekly as the program revolves around the Hawaiian lunar calendar. Newly restored pipe organ featured. Palace Theater in Hilo. Wednesdays at 11 a.m. $5/children free. Call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.

Saturday, July 28: 
Mango Festival.  The delicious mango takes center stage with tastings, culinary expertise, exhibits, growing demonstrations, and other mango-themed activities, plus belly dancing and other performing arts, sustainable living displays, arts and crafts, healthy food, Hawaiian music and hula. Free.  Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort, 78-6740 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona.  10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  For information call (808) 334-3340.

Sunday, July 15: 
Kokua Kailua Hulihe’e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll.  One Sunday each month from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway. Enjoy music, artists, merchants and restaurants. At 4:00 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihe’e Palace. Bring your own mat or chair and they will be checked for free while you stroll Ali`i Drive, Kailua Village (Kona).  For information visit www.kvbid.org.