2018 Ironman World Championship in Kona Hawaii
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The Ironman World Championship is the ultimate physical and mental test of strength, resilience, and endurance in the world.
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Big Island events are a constant occurrence! The island is teeming with activities, and festivals designed for locals and visitors alike. From hula classes to guided tours, concerts, and luaus, there’s always something happening for those who seek it out.
Some of the big favorites include:
– The Iron Man World Championship in Kona, Hawaii (October)
– The Kona Coffee Festival (a 10 day festival around November)
– The Merrie Monarch Festival (a week-long celebration during the week of Easter)
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The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
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2018 Ironman World Championship in Kona Hawaii
The 2018 Ironman World Championship was one for the record books, with five course records being broken.
Attend the Kona Mai Tai Festival
Attention Mai Tai lovers, the Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival in Kona is a fun annual event featuring a mai tai mix-off contest, BBQ cook-off, and live music pool party.
Hawaii Island Festival of Birds
Attention bird lovers, the Hawaii Island Festival of Birds is a fun event featuring a film festival, hands on activities, expert speakers and guided birding excursions.
Kokua Kailua Village Stroll in Downtown Kona
Held on a monthly basis, Kokua Kailua is a leisurely art stroll through the streets of historic Kailua Village that brings together artisans and craftspeople throughout the Big Island.
First Friday Art Events
The Big Island is a major hub for island-grown art and culture, and these events make for the perfect Friday evening outing for those who appreciate it.
Attend the Annual Hilo Brewfest
A celebration of beer, food, and Hawaiian culture, the Rotary Club of Hilo’s annual Hilo Brewfest is an afternoon of fun, beer, and music.
Enjoy the Art of Hula at the Merrie Monarch Festival
Visiting Hilo during the annual Merrie Monarch Festival is a wonderful opportunity to explore and enjoy traditional Hawaiian hula, arts and crafts, music, and fun local events.
Celebrate The Emerging Ka’u Coffee Culture
Coffee grown in the Ka’u district of the Big Island of Hawaii has won multiple international and Hawaiian awards for quality and taste.
Attend the Kona Brewers Festival
The western side of the Big Island is home to Kona Brewing Company and that success has spurred one of the best brew festivals in Hawaii.
The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
Attend the world famous Kona Coffee Festival for one of the most enlightening and delicious experiences you can undertake on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Waimea Ocean Film Festival
An annual event gathering filmmakers, speakers, exhibits, and incredible films, the Waimea Ocean Film Festival provides a unique, Hawaiian film experience to moviegoers.
Recapping NASA’s Mars Experiment on Hawaii Island
Hawaii’s unique environment and climate make it an ideal location for many types of scientific research, including the recent NASA Mars Experiment.
Hands-on at the 2018 Waimea Ocean Film Festival
Big Island Guide goes hands-on at the 2018 Waimea Ocean Film Festival to bring you closer to the films and events that shaped this year’s impressive festival.
2017 Ironman World Championship in Kona Hawaii
The Ironman World Championship is considered the ultimate physical, mental, and emotional test of strength, resilience, and endurance in the world.