Sunday, November 9:
Aloha Makahiki Concert. The concert begins with a Makahiki blessing in an ancient hula style with Halau from Kona and Tokyo. Traditional Hawaiian music and hula with renowned musicians Bobby Moderow, Jr. (leader of the multiple Na Hoku winning group, Maunalua), Aaron Mahi (former Band Master for the Royal Hawaiian Band), George Kuo (renowned slack key guitar master), and Stephen Akana (Ambassador of Aloha from Papakolea) . Festival button required. The Makaeo Pavilion, Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area, Kailua-Kona. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. For information call (808) 551-7022.