Sunday, March 1: Imiloa’s 9th Anniversary Celebration with a Free Family Day. Don’t miss this “Annual Free Family Day at Imiloa.” Enjoy complimentary access to Imiloa’s exhibit hall, free planetarium programs, garden tours, as well as the Journey through the Universe presentations featuring inspiring astronomy talks every hour. There will be food available to purchase […]

Every Monday: Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends. Kanikapila jam sessions are held on Monday evenings, from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. and are open to all musicians.  Bring your own instrument and enjoy ‘garage style’ jamming.  Held in the Great Room of the Admin Building, Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Volcanoes National Park. The event […]

Every Monday: Te Ao Maohi; The Land of the Natives. Experience the Culture and Traditions of the Polynesian people, from the voyages of Pele to the Mo`olelo of Oro Master of the Sky, from the genealogy of Tangaroa the God of the Sea to Olo Misilagi Letuli, The Father of the fireknife. Learn the stories of […]

Every Tuesday features the Emily T Gail Show. Emily’s show can be found online at www.espnhawaii.com under “Lineup” on the homepage. Sponsored by Aloha - Big Island Visitor Guide, Emily “talks story” with recreational, high school and professional athletes, along with coaches, parents, organizers, and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about golf, […]

Every Tuesday: Pau Hana Culinary Festival. Shop for local farm fresh produce; see live chef demonstrations, visit Big Island food vendors and browse gourmet products all while enjoying live music and entertainment. Admission is free. The Shops at Mauna Lani, , 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Waimea. 4 to 7 p.m. For more information call (808) […]

Saturday, March 7: Great Waikoloa Ukulele Festival. The festival starts with an educational and fun workshop hosted by world-renowned Roy Sakuma and friends. Hawai`i’s top ukulele entertainers headline this annual musical extravaganza at Queens’ MarketPlace and Kings’ Shops. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Waikoloa Beach Resort and Kings’ Shops and Queens’ MarketPlace, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach […]

Thursday, March 12: Kona Brewers Festival’s Pa`ina Dinner and Art Auction. The ocean-side feast at King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel is served under the stars and each course is expertly paired with Kona Brewing Company beers. Most dishes feature fresh, locally sourced ingredients and incorporate craft brew in the recipes. Art and culture of Hawai`i […]

Saturday, March 14: The Kona Brewers Festival. Nestled against Kamakahonu Bay, and overlooking theʻAhuʻena heiau, the Kona Brewer’s Festival offers an experience unique to Hawai`i Island. The festival draws thousands of people together to enjoy incredible craft beer, island style cuisine, and great music. King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel, 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona. 2:30 to […]

Sunday, March 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, March 28: Na Mea Hula. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko performances, presenting a lovely display of “Na Mea Hula” (all things hula), visitors share in a variety of instruments, implements and lei styles that play an integral role in the life of the hula practitioner. This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family […]