Weekends, October 13 – 29: 16th Annual Fall Musical – “Shout! The Mod Musical”. SHOUT! promises to be a fun romp through the sixties with songs like “Georgy Girl”, “These Boots were Made for Walkin’ ” and “To Sir With Love”. Set in London, SHOUT! takes you from 1960 to 1970 chronicling the dawning liberation of women. […]

Saturday, October 14: Ironman World Championship Triathlon.  Considered one of the most grueling one-day sporting events in the world, triathletes from around the world swim through the waters surrounding Kailua Pier, bike through Kona roads to the Kohala Coast and back, and run a marathon course that ends at Ali`i Drive with thousands of cheering […]

Sunday, October 15:  Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll.  Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway from 1 to 6 p.m. Enjoy music, artists, merchants and restaurants. At 4 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihe`e Palace. Bring your own […]

Saturday, October 21: Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m.  Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting […]

Saturday, October 21:  17th Annual Halloween Journey.  A time honored and well-loved tradition at Kona Pacific Public Charter School. Along with a magical journey through wooded trails, guests will enjoy games, food, crafts and fun. This year's theme is “Neverland!”. The event will take place rain or shine. Kona Pacific Public Charter School, Tickets go […]

Sunday, October 22: A Taste of Hilo.  Started in 1998, this annual event showcases more than 30 of the island’s tastemakers and beverage purveyors. Attendees enjoy sweet and savory delights created by chefs, restaurants and patisseries, and sample locally crafted beer, wine and sake.  The event is a great way to taste flavors and ingredients […]

Saturday, October 28: Monster Dash.  This family friendly event involves dashing through the 5K muddy obstacle course. Enjoy great prizes, food, drinks, and music. Old Airport Beach Park, 75-5560 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona.  7 to 10 a.m. Cost ranges from $5 to $30. 1 to 3 p.m.  For registration and information, call (808) 937-3727 or visit monsterdashkona.eventbrite.com.

Saturday, October 28: Hawai`i Food & Wine Festival – Cuisines of the Sun. Superstar culinary talent from around the world join forces to celebrate the food and wine of sunny climates. The diversity of Hawai‘i Island’s bounty will be showcased in a spectacular six-course dinner at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort. Indulge your culinary senses […]

Sunday, October 29: 5th Annual East Hawaii Jazz & Blues Festival.  Seven years ago this festival began as a Jazz fundraiser at a small restaurant in Hilo that has now grown into one of the most popular Jazz and Blues Festivals in Hawai`i. The gala features a pupu buffet, a dessert station, two complimentary drinks, […]

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