Welcome to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce!

Join Malama Kai Foundation on Thursday, October 22nd for their next ReefTalks: “Untangling jelly webs in 3D: Diversity and ecology of Big Island jellies,” with special guests Dr. Kelly Sutherland and Dr. Kevin Du Clos. Learn about these bizarre and amazing animals and how they contribute to ocean food webs. Read More

The Hawai‘i Team is hosting its 2026 Golf Fundraiser on Saturday, November 28, at Mauna Lani Golf Club’s North Course, bringing together golfers, local businesses, sponsors, friends, and members of the community for an event centered around one shared purpose: giving back to Hawai‘i Island. Read More

A director, teaching artist, educator, and creative leader, Jael brings a decade of experience directing and developing theatre and arts education programs. Her directing credits include Seussical, Jr., Alice in Wonderland, Newsies, Jr., The Wizard of Oz, The Three Musketeers, The Addams Family, and Legally Blonde the Musical, Jr., along with original and contemporary works. Read More

A free, family-friendly Trunk-or-Treat and Craft Fair, presented in partnership with Island Designer Showcase, led by Shanelle Waltjen, will take place in the Kona Commons parking lot near OfficeMax and Petco on Saturday, October 31, from 3 to 7 p.m. Keiki can come dressed in costume and collect treats from participating merchants while families shop for unique handmade treasures from local Hawaiʻi artisans. Read More

Sugarplums will dance in your head while supporting the future of our local culinary industry at the 34th Christmas with the Chefs! This event will be held from 5:30-8:30 PM on Saturday, December 5, inside and out of the ballroom at the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay. Read More

Fair Wind Cruises is celebrating 55 years on the Kona Coast with a special anniversary celebration at Keauhou Bay on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Owners Puhi, Mendy, Alex, Jenn, and Zac Dant invite the community to join Fair Wind for a day of celebration featuring live entertainment, raffle drawings, and special $5 cruises aboard Fair Wind II and Hula Kai. Read More

Join for an evening in support of Hawai‘i Island Community Health Center and the patients and communities we serve. this special evening on Saturday, October 17 at Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection brings together community members, partners, and supporters to help expand access to healthcare across Hawai‘i Island. Read More

The Kona Coast City Lifestyle Magazine Leadership Summit on October 23, 2026 brings together more than 100 of the Big Island’s most forward‑thinking owners, executives, and rising leaders for a full day dedicated to peak performance at the Four Seasons Resort Hualālai. Read More

West Hawaii Region (WHR) of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation acquired Ali‘i Health Center (AHC), bringing its outpatient clinics into the region’s healthcare delivery network. Ali‘i Health Center will now operate as Kona Health, a clinical department of Kona Community Hospital (KCH). The transition will allow Kona Health to expand into a provider-based rural health center. Read More

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Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center is deeply grateful to announce that The IRONMAN® Foundation has awarded a $350,000 monetary gift to support the purchase of two mobile health trailers that will help restore access to essential healthcare services in Na’alehu. Read More

Mark your calendars as Hawaiʻi’s oldest food festival begins brewing for another unforgettable celebration of Kona Coffee, culture, community, and aloha! Experience ten days of Kona coffee farm tours, tastings, cultural events, live entertainment, competitions, artisan markets, and traditions that have made the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival a treasured annual event. Read More 

Open to the community, seasoned runners, health enthusiasts, or those looking to start the new year right! Runners will get their “cold start” with a splash of HOST Park’s deep seawater while running along the Kona coastline and end with a “warm finish” as they cross the line and join the energetic celebration. Read More