Friday March 06, 2015

John Cruz

Times TBD
Lava Lava Beach Club

Come hear two of Hawai`i’s most talented musicians, John Cruz and Henry Kapono, at one of Hawai`i’ Island’s favorite beach front restaurants. Cruz, who performed at President Barack Obama’s 2008 inauguration, is making a rare Big Island appearance. Both of these amazing musicians really know how to put on a show!

Saturday March 07, 2015

15th Annual Waikoloa Ukulele Festival

See Schedule for Times

See event details for location information.

We start off this festival with a very educational and fun workshop put on by world-renowned Roy Sakuma and friends at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. Beginners and long time players of this instrument can learn Roy’s style of ukulele playing. Many that have come in the past learned a song or two to which is typically performed at either of the Waikoloa Beach Resort Shopping centers.

Hawai`i’s top `ukulele entertainers headline this annual musical extravaganza at Queens’ MarketPlace and Kings’ Shops. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, the rhythmic sound of the `ukulele will bring you back to a time of the beauty and magic of Old Hawai`i. The music will make you dance and be part of this once a year event that showcases the sound that is known worldwide.

‘Ukulele Workshop with Roy and Kathy Sakuma

Hilton Waikoloa Village
Monarchy Ballroom
10:00-11:15am
For all ages, bring your own ‘ukulele
*$5 self parking fee

Kings’ Shops Center Stage

• 11:15 Kahikina’s Nahenahe Ohana
• 12:00 Kris Fuchigami
• 1:00 Island ‘Ukuleles
• Nelly Toyama-Baduria, Daniel Baduria, Tamlyn Tamura and Nick Acosta
• 3:00 Ohta-san & Nando Suan
• 4:00 Brian Pi‘ikea Vasquez

Queens’ MarketPlace Coronation Pavilion

• 12:00 Micah de Aguiar
• 1:00 Kahikina’s Nahenahe Ohana
• 2:00 Kupa Hale
• 3:00 Taimane
• 4:00 Roy Sakuma with Nelly Toyama-Baduria, Daniel Baduria, Tamlyn Tamura and Nick Acosta
• 5:00 Ohta-san & Nando Suan
• 6:00 Paula Fuga

Queens’ MarketPlace Island Gourmet Markets Stage

• 1:00 Brian Pi‘ikea Vasquez
• 2:00 Kris Fuchigami
• 3:00 Island ‘Ukuleles

Video is a representation of the talent and activities during the Ukulele Festival. Each year is slightly different.

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Friday March 20, 2015

Henry Kapono

Times TBD
Lava Lava Beach Club

Come hear two of Hawai`i’s most talented musicians, John Cruz and Henry Kapono, at one of Hawai`i’ Island’s favorite beach front restaurants. Cruz, who performed at President Barack Obama’s 2008 inauguration, is making a rare Big Island appearance. Both of these amazing musicians really know how to put on a show!

Saturday March 21, 2015

Free Live Music - Apokolani

6:00-8:00 pm
Queens' MarketPlace
Coronation Pavilion

Free LIVE MUSIC, 6:00 - 8:00PM at the Coronation Pavilion.

Keoki Apokolani Carter is an musician, composer, and honored as a Hoku Awards finalist. He’s talented with guitar, baritone ukulele, and vocals. His original music ranges from Hawaiian kiho‘alu slack key & baritone ukulele, to island contemporary and jazz. He is accompied by jazz musician Paul Lindbergh on the saxophone and flute, and Yvonne Yarber Carter with vocals.

Listen and Watch the Band Online

Saturday March 21, 2015

Movies Under the Stars “Finding Nemo”

Dusk 6:30
Queens' MarketPlace
Coronation Pavilion

Once a month, you’re invited to bring a beach chair or blanket for a free outdoor movie at dusk (6-8pm) at the Coronation Pavilion.

March: Finding Nemo Nemo, an adventurous young clownfish, is unexpectedly taken from his Great Barrier Reef home to a dentist’s office aquarium. It’s up to his worrisome father Marlin and his friendly but forgetful regal blue tang fish Dory to bring Nemo home—meeting vegetarian sharks, surfer dude turtles, hypnotic jellyfish, hungry seagulls, and more along the way.

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Friday March 27, 2015 - Sunday March 29, 2015

18th Annual Lavaman Triathlon Events

See schedule for event times.

See event details for location information.

2015 Lavaman Triathlon Lavaman Sunset Run
Friday, March 27, 2015
Queens’ MarketPlace

Keiki Lavaman
Saturday, March 28, 2015
Hilton Waikoloa Village

2015 Lavaman Triathlon
Sunday, March 29, 2015
Race starts at 7:30am
Waikoloa Beach Resort (Anaehoomalu Bay)

A full weekend of events is planned for the 18th Annual Lavaman, including a 5K Sunset Run on Friday; the popular LavaKids event on Saturday; and the main event on Sunday. Come watch as 1,800 triathletes compete in this Olympic distance event starting at Anaeahoomalu Bay, consisting of a 1-mile swim, 25-mile bike ride, and 10K run.

Sunday March 29, 2015

Easter Sunday Brunch

9 am-2 pm
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Hawaii Calls Restaurant

Join us for your Easter Brunch celebration!

Adults $60; children (ages 6 - 12) $25; Complimentary for children 5 and under.

Friday April 03, 2015

John Cruz

Times TBD
Lava Lava Beach Club

Come hear two of Hawai`i’s most talented musicians, John Cruz and Henry Kapono, at one of Hawai`i’ Island’s favorite beach front restaurants. Cruz, who performed at President Barack Obama’s 2008 inauguration, is making a rare Big Island appearance. Both of these amazing musicians really know how to put on a show!

Saturday April 04, 2015

Spring is Sweet

12 noon to 2pm
Queens' MarketPlace

Pualani Cottontail makes a special appearance at Queens’ Marketplace in the Coronation Pavilion. Koloa the Duck will also be waddling his way to this springtime celebration.

Sunday April 05, 2015

Easter Service

08:30 am
Hilton Waikoloa Village
Grand Staircase

Sunday April 05, 2015

Easter Brunch

10 am-2 pm
Hilton Waikoloa Village
Palm Terrace

Join us for a sumptuous Easter brunch to include omelets, fresh island poke, assorted sushi, variety of salads, pasta, ginger steamed fish, roasted lamb, prime rib and more.

Adults $69; children (ages 5-12) $25; plus tax and 15 percent service. Complimentary for children 4 and under. For more information call (808) 886-1234, Ext. 54.

Friday April 17, 2015

Henry Kapono

Times TBD
Lava Lava Beach Club

Come hear two of Hawai`i’s most talented musicians, John Cruz and Henry Kapono, at one of Hawai`i’ Island’s favorite beach front restaurants. Cruz, who performed at President Barack Obama’s 2008 inauguration, is making a rare Big Island appearance. Both of these amazing musicians really know how to put on a show!

Saturday June 27, 2015

Kona Marathon

Times TBD

Throughout the Resort

Saturday June 27, 2015

Classic Car Show

TBD
Queens' MarketPlace

Saturday June 27, 2015 Queens’ MarketPlace TBA

Saturday July 04, 2015

Annual Rubber Duckie Race

Times TBD
Kings' Shops

Saturday July 04, 2015

4th of July Extravaganza - Free Event

Times TBD
Waikoloa Bowl at Queens' Gardens

The fun-filled event at Queens’ MarketPlace will feature great entertainment, face painting, popcorn, cotton candy, the Choo Choo train, and lots of great family fun all day long, culminating with live set to a spectacular fireworks display over Waikoloa Bowl at Queens’ Gardens. The fun begins at 10:00 am and continues throughout the day until the 8:00pm fireworks extravaganza.

Aloha! Please read our DOs and DON’Ts for a fun, safe event.