Saturday & Sunday, July 26 & 27: Tahiti Fete of Hilo. Tahiti Fête or Tiurai, means “July the month of festivities.” The dances are unique creations and text music, choreography and costumes are based on a historical or legendary theme. Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium, 323 Manono St., Hilo. Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10 […]

Thursday - Sunday, July 31 – August 3: Hilo Orchid Society Annual Show. The Gala Preview Party heralding the show will be July 31st. The Show, August 1-3, features gorgeous displays of thousands of orchids, tasty and reasonably-priced food from local sources, Hawaiian musical entertainment at lunch time and late afternoon, demonstration seminars, and a […]

Friday, August 1: Sunset Hula. Na Kumu Leilehua Yuen and Manu Josiah with Halau Hula LeiManu will perform at the Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. Presented authentically in a natural setting, rain or shine without electronic amplification. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats. The event is free, […]

July 26 – August 2: Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament. Kailua Pier is a great place to watch the iconic Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament start each morning at 7:30 a.m. as boats line up across Historic Kailua Bay. Spectators can expect to see lots of scoreboard action as teams weigh in their big fish at the […]

Saturday, August 23: Hula Kahiko Performance. Kumu hula Ab Valencia with Halau Hula Kalehuakiekieikaiu perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. Presented authentically in a natural setting, rain or shine without electronic amplification. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats. The […]

Thursday - Sunday, July 31 – August 3: Hilo Orchid Society Annual Show. The Gala Preview Party heralding the show will be July 31st. The Show, August 1-3, features gorgeous displays of thousands of orchids, tasty and reasonably-priced food from local sources, Hawaiian musical entertainment at lunch time and late afternoon, demonstration seminars, and a […]

Every Friday: Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Held at VAC Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or […]

Throughout the Month of August: Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i 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. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below: Saturday, […]

Saturday & Sunday, August 2 & 3: Bike ride Benefit for MS Society of Hawaii. Ride for a good cause and join the Bike Works MS Team!  Visit www.bikehih.nationalmssociety.org to sign up for the Bikeworks team or stop in BikeWorks Beach & Sport Queens Marketplace for information. For more information call (808) 886-5000 or visit […]

Thursday - Sunday, July 31 – August 3: Hilo Orchid Society Annual Show. The Gala Preview Party heralding the show will be July 31st. The Show, August 1-3, features gorgeous displays of thousands of orchids, tasty and reasonably-priced food from local sources, Hawaiian musical entertainment at lunch time and late afternoon, demonstration seminars, and a […]