Aloha mai kakou, Mother’s Day Weekend in Hawai‘i takes on special meaning at a number of events in Kona this weekend. Hawai’s’s top recording artists will be taking center stage at the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa on Saturday, May 7 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The annual Mother’s Day hula and concert, …
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Posts Categorized: Hawaiian Traditions and Customs
May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii
Every year on May 1st, a statewide celebration takes place that’s quintessentially Hawaiian: May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii! Whether at work, school, strolling through town or going to the grocery store, everyone celebrates Lei Day by wearing a lei as a symbol of Aloha — as well as to honor the cherished custom …
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Waimea’s First Lady of Ranching
The Big Island’s ranching heritage comes alive at Anna Ranch in Waimea, where the historic home of Anna Lindsey Perry-Fiske (1900-1995) is open to the public for tours. The vintage ranch house with blue-and-white awnings reveals the fascinating life of Waimea’s First Lady of Ranching, who was an accomplished equestrian, successful jockey, hard-working rancher, high-society …
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18th Annual Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival This Saturday
For centuries, the Japanese have celebrated the beauty of the blossoming cherry trees by feasting under them. This custom, known as Hanami, has spread throughout the world, and this year’s Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival in Waimea is scheduled for Saturday, February 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Festival will feature performances of Taiko drummers and Bon …
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January is Volcano Awareness Month
Sponsored by the U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO), the goal of Volcano Awareness Month is to educate visitors and kama’aina about the history and power of the volcanoes that have formed our island home. HVO believes this awareness is crucial, particularly when it comes to the safe exploration and enjoyment of Kilauea, the world’s …
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He Aloha Ho’oipoipo :: A Hawaiian Love Affair
Did you know that close to half a million people honeymoon in Hawaii each year? Hawaii has long been known as one of the most romantic destinations in the world because it combines sensuousness with adventure. Breathtaking views, miles of crystal blue water, and soft ocean breezes create the perfect atmosphere for romance. But unlike …
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Visit the 12th Annual Holualoa Village Coffee & Art Stroll
The 12th Annual Holualoa Village Coffee & Art Stroll is this Saturday, November 6th from 9am to 3pm along Mamalahoa Highway. Sample estate grown coffees from over two dozen local farms while perusing Holualoa’s exquisite boutique art galleries and gift shops. This is the perfect time to get an early start on your holiday shopping! …
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Big Island Annual Hawaiian Cultural Festival June 26 & 27
Pu ‘uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park celebrates its 49th annual cultural festival this weekend (both Saturday and Sunday) at the the beautiful and historically rich Place of Refuge in South Kona. The park is a scenic (think lush tropical greenery, coffee farms and small towns frozen in time) 30 minute drive from Holualoa Inn. …
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