Festivals in Hilo
Hilo, Hawaii (Big Island)
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Festivals in Hilo is a year-round programme of cultural celebrations held in Hilo, on the Big Island of Hawaii. It showcases the town's diverse traditions through parades, music, dance, and food. Each festival reflects the community's heritage, from Hawaiian monarchy commemorations to pan-Pacific arts events.
What to expect
- The Merrie Monarch Festival, held each April, features a week of hula competitions with 20+ troupes from Hawaii and abroad.
- The Hilo Lei Day Festival on May 1 includes lei-making demonstrations, a lei contest, and live Hawaiian music in the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.
- The Hilo Brewfest, typically in August, offers samples from 30+ local and international breweries alongside food trucks and live bands.
- The Hilo Chinese New Year Festival includes a lion dance, firecracker ceremony, and food stalls serving dim sum and noodles.
- Most festivals are free to attend, with paid options for specific events like the Merrie Monarch hula tickets or Brewfest entry.
- The festivals suit families, cultural enthusiasts, and visitors interested in authentic local traditions, with many events held outdoors in parks or along Banyan Drive.
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