August 10, 2019:
Ledward Kaapana at the Palace Theater. The Palace Theater is proud to present slack key Master LEDWARD KAAPANA! Opening the show will be the Kalapana Awa Band. Special Guests include Lei Aken, Rhoda Kekona and Trudie Kuilipule with Jesse Gregorio on bass. Led Kaapana’s mastery of stringed instruments, particularly slack key guitar, and his extraordinary baritone and leo kiekie (falsetto) voices, have made him a musical legend. He has been thrilling audiences for more than 40 years. With easy-going style and kolohe (rascal) charm, he has built a loyal corps of Led Heads from Brussels to his birthplace on the Big Island of Hawaii. Recognition by his peers earned Led 4 Grammy nominations in his own right and 2 wins on slack key compilations. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Palace Box Office or over the phone at 808-934-7010 during weekday office hours 10:00am-3:00pm. General Admission tickets can also be purchased ONLINE anytime! ickets can be purchased in person at the Palace Box Office or over the phone at 808-934-7010 during weekday office hours 10:00am-3:00pm. General Admission TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW! $30 General Admission $40 Side Reserve $45 Center Reserve All ticket prices increase $5 on Day of Show

August 10, 2019:
Obon Dance & Festival – Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Mission. The summer Obon season perpetuates the Buddhist tradition of honoring the spirit of those passed on celebrated with special services and festivals. The festival includes food booths, taiko drummers and other colorful sights and sounds, bon dances that have become a cultural touchstone for all in Hawaii. Free to enjoy! Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Mission: Aug. 10, 216 Mohouli St.; 7 p.m.

August 06, 2019:
Words and Wine Author Event. Words and Wine Author evening happens August 6, 2019 at 6PM at Kona Stories book store in the Keauhou Shopping Center. The public is welcome to attend this free author event and enjoy their stories and complimentary wine and pupu. Authors will speak for 20 minutes about their book followed by Q&A. August’s featured authors are: Amy Patterson, Angela Leslee and Donna Beumler. This event starts at 6 PM with an informal meet and greet merging into a more formal book presentation from each author and concluding around 8 PM after a Q&A session. Dress is casual aloha wear. Kona Stories is located in the Keauhou Shopping Center, for more information call Brenda or Joy at 808-324-0350.

August 04, 2019 – August 25, 2019:
The Farmers’ Market at Hamakua Harvest. The Sunday Farmers’ Market at Hamakua Harvest, located at the intersection of Mamane St. and Hwy 19 in Historic Honokaa Town, offers only locally produced goods, ono food, live music and a free educational event weekly. It’s beautiful location and celebratory character provides a vibrant social gathering place for the whole family. SNAP/EBT welcome! Drink a coconut, buy a t-shirt and experience the warm hospitality of Hamakua. Every Sunday from 9:00am to 2:00pm Email info@hamakuaharvest.org for more information

July 20, 2019 – July 21, 2019:
Tropical Inspirations Quilt Show (4th Annual). Please join us for the 4th annual Tropical Inspirations Quilt Show on Saturday and Sunday, July 20 and 21, 2019. The quilt show will be held in the lobby of King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott) in downtown Kailua Kona, and will feature a display of over 100 Hawaiian and island-themed quilts. Local quilt designers Roberta Muller and Viv Smith will be on hand to talk story about their designs and demonstrate quilting techniques. The Tropical Inspirations Quilt Show will also feature local craft vendors and a Keiki Corner for our young guests. Show hours are 10:00 am until 5:00 pm on both days, and admission is free to the public. For more information please visit www.tropicalinspirationsquiltshow.weebly.com or call (808) 329-7475.

July 19, 2019 – July 20, 2019:
Obon Dance & Festival – Hongpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin. The summer Obon season perpetuates the Buddhist tradition of honoring the spirit of those passed on celebrated with special services and festivals. The festival includes food booths, taiko drummers and other colorful sights and sounds, bon dances that have become a cultural touchstone for all in Hawaii. Free to enjoy!Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin: July 19-20, with services both nights at 6 p.m. dances at 7-10:30 p.m.

July 19, 2019:
Hula Arts At Kilauea: Aloha Friday Program. Third Friday of each month: Aloha Friday Hula & Oli with Kahookele Crabbe Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the porch of Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. This week’s offerings include: hula and oli with Kahookele Crabbe. Kumu hula of Halau Ke Ola o Ka Lani, Moses Kahookele Crabbe shares his extensive knowledge to teach the basics of hula, language and chant. These free cultural events are supported by Hawaii Tourism through the Community Enrichment Program. https://volcanoartcenter.org/

July 11, 2019:
Jazz Night at the Palace Theater. The Palace Theater is proud to present a Jazz Night with music by SOUL ON A ROLL! Featuring Randy Skaggs on saxophone, Walter Greenwood on organ, Diana Webb on Bass, Sarah Bethany providing vocals, and Michael Surprenant on drums. The Palace Café will be open with special menu items. Beer and Wine will be available for purchase. Come early, seating is limited! Come and enjoy jazz from some of Hilo’s finest musicians in the Palace Lobby. Admission is only $10. Tickets can be purchased at the box office or over the phone with a credit card at 934-7010, M-F, 10AM-3PM

July 07, 2019 – July 28, 2019:
The Farmers’ Market at Hamakua Harvest. The Sunday Farmers’ Market at Hamakua Harvest, located at the intersection of Mamane St. and Hwy 19 in Historic Honokaa Town, offers only locally produced goods, ono food, live music and a free educational event weekly. It’s beautiful location and celebratory character provides a vibrant social gathering place for the whole family. SNAP/EBT welcome! Drink a coconut, buy a t-shirt and experience the warm hospitality of Hamakua. Every Sunday from 9:00am to 2:00pm Email info@hamakuaharvest.org for more information.

June 29 and 30, 2019:
ANNUAL CULTURAL FESTIVAL – PU’UHONUA O HONAUNAU NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK, HONAUNAU. Celebrate Hawaiian culture at this free, two-day, family-friendly event, from 9am-3pm. Saturday opens with, games, arts, and canoe rides. On Sunday, there will be games, arts, hukilau, and Hawaiian food tasting. In order to protect fragile resources and preserve the historic setting, picnicking, coolers and chairs are not allowed in the Royal Grounds. View updates on www.facebook.com/PuuhonuaoHonaunauNPS. For more information, call (808) 328-2326 x1702 or email kawailehua_domingo@nps.gov and visit the park’s website.