Sunday April 20
Hoʻolauleʻa (celebration)
9:00 a.m. at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium
Free admission to watch performances by our local hālau.
Monday April 21
Free Mid-day Entertainment
Daily (Monday through Friday) 12 & 1 p.m.
Entertainment at:
12:00 p.m. The Grand Naniloa Hotel
1:00 p.m. The Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Live Music at Big Island Coffee Roasters
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Live music featuring Lullaby in Birdland at Big Island Coffee Roasters on 76 Kalanianaole St
Tuesday April 22
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani
Daily (Tuesday through Friday) 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
“The Merrie Monarch: a legacy of ‘Ōiwi Persistence, Resistance, and Sovereignty” Pop-up Exhibit at the UH Hilo Mookini Library
Hilo Hula Tuesdays by Destination Hilo
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Mo’oheau Park Bandstand
Free admission to watch performances by our local hālau. Alu Like’s Hālau Ke Ola Pono No Na Kūpuna
Waiolama Speaker Series: Ku’ualoha Ho’omanawanui
12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
At the UH Hilo Campus Center Room 301
Free Mid-day Entertainment
Daily (Monday through Friday) 12 & 1 p.m.
Entertainment at:
12:00 p.m. The Grand Naniloa Hotel
1:00 p.m. The Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Talk & Sip Mamaki Talk
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Big Island Coffee Roasters
Free workshop, RSVP required
Espresso Martini Workshop
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Big Island Coffee Roasters
Learn how to make espresso martinis! $20 event registration fee
Hula is Life
5 p.m.
Celebrate the season of mele manaka- Hilo style! at Nani Mau Gardens
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani Merrie Monarch Mākeke
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani Merrie Monarch Mākeke at the UH Hilo Campus Center Plaza
Wednesday April 23
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani
Daily (Tuesday through Friday) 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
“The Merrie Monarch: a legacy of ‘Ōiwi Persistence, Resistance, and Sovereignty” Pop-up Exhibit at the UH Hilo Mookini Library
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Hula ‘Auana Workshop with Kumu Ka’ea Lyons at the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center
Live Music at Big Island Coffee Roasters
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Live music featuring Lullaby in Birdland at Big Island Coffee Roasters on 76 Kalanianaole St
Kupu Nā ʻŌpio
Daily (Wednesday to Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join us for 4 days of FREE programming at Hilo Palace Theater. Each day celebrates the beauty of Hilo with live performances and presentations by Hilo’s own
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani
11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Come Make Lei at the UH Hilo Mookini Library Lānai
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani: He Ki’i, He Aka: Reawakening Hula Ki’i in Shadow and Light
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
At the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center
Hilo Hula by Destination Hilo
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Mo’oheau Park Bandstand
Ben Ka’ili and Friends special – Music & hula
Free Mid-day Entertainment
Daily (Monday through Friday) 12 & 1 p.m.
Entertainment at:
12:00 p.m. The Grand Naniloa Hotel
1:00 p.m. The Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Waiolama Speaker Series: Ku’ualoha Ho’omanawanui
12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
At the UH Hilo Campus Center Room 301
Hōʻike Performances
6:00 p.m. at the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium
An exhibition night of hula and folk dance from around the Pacific. The performances are free to the public, no tickets required.
Merrie Monarch Craft Fair
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Free admission!
Mākeke Naniloa
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hilo Naniloa Hotel
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly, local vendors, entertainment, free workshops, and giveaways!
Manono Street Marketplace Merrie Monarch Market
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Manono Marketplace
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly!
Merrie Monarch Invitational Hawaiian Arts Fair
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium
An annual favorite, this free event features local artists, crafters, and entertainment.
Pualu Hawaii Mele Manaka Mākeke
Daily (Wednesday to Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Hilo Daijingu
Get ready to shop, celebrate, and support local!
Thursday April 24
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani
Daily (Tuesday through Friday) 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
“The Merrie Monarch: a legacy of ‘Ōiwi Persistence, Resistance, and Sovereignty” Pop-up Exhibit at the UH Hilo Mookini Library
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Lei workshop at the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center
Pae Aku Nā Wa’a
Daily (Wednesday to Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join us for 4 days of FREE programming at Hilo Palace Theater. Each day celebrates the beauty of Hilo with live performances and presentations by Hilo’s own
Free Mid-day Entertainment
Daily (Monday through Friday) 12 & 1 p.m.
Entertainment at:
12:00 p.m. The Grand Naniloa Hotel
1:00 p.m. The Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Miss Aloha Hula
6:00 p.m. at the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium
Hālau hula perform modern style dances, followed by an awards presentation for all group winners.
Merrie Monarch Craft Fair
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Free admission!
Manono Street Marketplace Merrie Monarch Market
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Manono Marketplace
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly!
Mākeke Naniloa
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hilo Naniloa Hotel
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly, local vendors, entertainment, free workshops, and giveaways!
Mele Manaka Community Fair
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the SCP Hilo Hotel.
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly, local vendors, entertainment, free workshops, and giveaways!
Merrie Monarch Invitational Hawaiian Arts Fair
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium
An annual favorite, this free event features local artists, crafters, and entertainment.
32nd Annual Hawaii Arts, Crafts & Food Festival
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Nani Mau Gardens
Free admission!
Mele Manaka Mākeke
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Arc of Hilo
Free Admission!
Prince Kuhio Plaza Merrie Monarch Market
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Prince Kuhio Plaza
Free admission!
Pualu Hawaii Mele Manaka Mākeke
Daily (Wednesday to Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Hilo Daijingu
Get ready to shop, celebrate, and support local!
Kāko’o Hawaii Merrie Monarch Market
10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Sangha Hall
Free admission!
Friday April 25
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani
Daily (Tuesday through Friday) 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
“The Merrie Monarch: a legacy of ‘Ōiwi Persistence, Resistance, and Sovereignty” Pop-up Exhibit at the UH Hilo Mookini Library
Live Music at Big Island Coffee Roasters
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Live music featuring Ku’ulei Music at Big Island Coffee Roasters on 76 Kalanianaole St
UH Hilo Kahikuonālani
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Merrie Monarch Throwbacks at the UH Hilo Mookini Library Lānai
Kūkulu Mauna Kea
Daily (Wednesday to Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join us for 4 days of FREE programming at Hilo Palace Theater. Each day celebrates the beauty of Hilo with live performances and presentations by Hilo’s own
Free Mid-day Entertainment
Daily (Monday through Friday) 12 & 1 p.m.
Entertainment at:
12:00 p.m. The Grand Naniloa Hotel
1:00 p.m. The Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Group Hula Kahiko
6:00 p.m. at the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium
Hālau hula perform ancient style dances.
Merrie Monarch Craft Fair
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Free admission!
Manono Street Marketplace Merrie Monarch Market
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Manono Marketplace
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly!
Mākeke Naniloa
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hilo Naniloa Hotel
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly, local vendors, entertainment, free workshops, and giveaways!
Mele Manaka Community Fair
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the SCP Hilo Hotel.
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly, local vendors, entertainment, free workshops, and giveaways!
Merrie Monarch Invitational Hawaiian Arts Fair
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium
An annual favorite, this free event features local artists, crafters, and entertainment.
32nd Annual Hawaii Arts, Crafts & Food Festival
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Nani Mau Gardens
Free admission!
Mele Manaka Mākeke
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Arc of Hilo
Ho’ohua Hawaii
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Kawili Business Center 315 E. Kawili St.
Prince Kuhio Plaza Merrie Monarch Market
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Prince Kuhio Plaza
Free admission!
Pualu Hawaii Mele Manaka Mākeke
Daily (Wednesday to Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Hilo Daijingu
Get ready to shop, celebrate, and support local!
Kāko’o Hawaii Merrie Monarch Market
10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Sangha Hall
Free admission!
Saturday April 26
Nā Lei Aloha ʻĀina
Daily (Wednesday to Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join us for 4 days of FREE programming at Hilo Palace Theater. Each day celebrates the beauty of Hilo with live performances and presentations by Hilo’s own
Merrie Monarch Royal Parade
10:30 a.m. through downtown Hilo
One of the festival’s most entertaining and fun events for the entire family, the parade begins and ends at Pauahi St. (Kilauea Ave. — Keawe St. — Waiānuenue Ave. — Kamehameha Ave.).
Pro Coffee Brewing Workshop
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Big Island Coffee Roasters
Learn how to brew coffee like the pros! Free admission, RSVP required.
Group Hula ʻAuana & Awards
6:00 p.m. at the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium
Hālau hula perform modern style dances, followed by an awards presentation for all group winners.
Merrie Monarch Craft Fair
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Free admission!
Kāko’o Hawaii Merrie Monarch Market
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Sangha Hall
Free admission!
Mākeke Naniloa
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hilo Naniloa Hotel
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly, local vendors, entertainment, free workshops, and giveaways!
Mele Manaka Community Fair
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the SCP Hilo Hotel.
Free admission, ‘ohana friendly, local vendors, entertainment, free workshops, and giveaways!
Merrie Monarch Invitational Hawaiian Arts Fair
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium
An annual favorite, this free event features local artists, crafters, and entertainment.
32nd Annual Hawaii Arts, Crafts & Food Festival
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Nani Mau Gardens
Free admission!
Ho’ohua Hawaii
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Kawili Business Center 315 E. Kawili St.
Prince Kuhio Plaza Merrie Monarch Market
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Prince Kuhio Plaza
Free admission!
Nā Lei Aloha ʻĀina
Daily (Wednesday to Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Hilo Daijingu
Get ready to shop, celebrate, and support local!
Manono Street Marketplace Merrie Monarch Market
11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Manono Marketplace