Wow, what an incredibly busy weekend we have to look forward to! Between Kamehameha Day, PRIDE, and World Ocean’s Day, there’s already plenty to do. Throw in a few cultural festivals, a store grand opening, and a few other Big Island events, and you’ve got a great weekend! Learn more about Kamehameha I’s history and legacy HERE.
Big Island Events - Friday, June 9
6th Annual Hawai‘i Kuauli Pacific & Asia Cultural Festival | Kona Beach Resort | June 9-11 | $10+
Join us for a dazzling Polynesian Dinner Show fundraiser, as we kick off Gay Pride weekend in Hilo, Hawai'i Come celebrate the beauty and diversity of our East Hawai'i community with a feast fit for...
World Ocean Day Celebration | Downtown Hilo Museum Square | 10am-2pm | Free
King Kamehameha Day Ho'olaule'a | Hulihe'a Palace, Kona | 11am-3pm | no cover, regular Palace admission
Gam3Escape is excited to host another Mini Gamers Swap Meet! Various vendors including TCG, Anime, stuffed animals, snacks, toys, and other items. There will be Pokemon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh!, including...
Kohala Kamehameha Day Ho'olaule'a | across from Kamehameha Statue, Kapa'au | 9am | Free
Lei Po'o Workshop | Ben Franklin, Hilo | 3-5pm | $65
About this event Lei po'o is a lei made for the head. Joy will show you how to use raffia and faux floral to create your beautiful lei po'o. We will supply the raffia and you will have a $40 budget to pick your own flowers and greenery.
Big Island Events - Sunday, June 11
Drag Bingo Benefiting Hawai‘i Island Pride | My Bar Kona | 4pm | $10 show