Welcome to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce!

The County of Hawai‘i is urging residents and visitors to prepare for another potential wave of heavy rain this weekend as a tropical disturbance strengthens and moves toward the state. Read More 

The state is closely tracking Tropical Cyclone Two-C southeast of Hilo. The system is forecast to strengthen into a tropical storm Saturday before passing south of the islands Sunday and Monday. Heavy rainfall and flash flooding are the primary concerns for Hawaiʻi Island. Residents should prepare now. Read More 

Kona Brewing Hawaiʻi, an independently owned and locally based brewery, is proud to once again partner with the Hawaiʻi ʻUlu Cooperative to brew ʻUlu Lager, a limited-release collaboration celebrating one of Hawaiʻi's most resilient and culturally significant crops. Read More 

For many years, homebuyers focused primarily on purchase price, mortgage rates, inspections, and appraisals when evaluating a property. Today, another factor is rapidly becoming just as important: insurance. Read More

After nearly two decades of leadership at Lanihau Properties, Riley W. Smith, P.E. will retire on December 31, 2026. Smith was responsible for company operations, including management and entitlement of lands within Honokohau, commercial leases and dispositions in Historic Kailua Village and properties in CA, CO, MN, TX, VA, and business operations at Palani Ranch. Read More

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The waihona native collections manager oversees The Kohala Center’s integrated strategies to strengthen relationships with ‘āina towards a state of pono. Specifically, a critical component of this role is expanding our waihona (seed repositories and ‘ike Hawai‘i knowledge transmission) including native nurseries, canoe crop collections, and stored knowledge bases. Read More 

Out of an abundance of caution for our artists, patrons, staff, volunteers, and community as we prepare for the approaching storm, Kahilu Theatre is making the following schedule change: The Kahilu Theatre 2026–27 Season Open House, originally scheduled for this Sunday, will now take place Sunday, August 23, from 12–4 PM. Read More

2bmore, founded by Teri Cox on the Big Island, is dedicated to inspiring and empowering people to live into their highest vision for their lives. Teri is a certified DreamBuilder Coach and Life Mastery Consultant with Brave Thinking Institute. Through transformational coaching, workshops, and speaking, she helps people discover what they truly want, move beyond limiting beliefs and circumstances, and take inspired action. Read More

The Kona Kohala Chefs Association is encouraging island residents to use locally produced proteins, vegetables, fruits and value-added products in their kitchens. The 46-year-old organziation is offering recipes created by 20 local chefs at islandwide grocery stores, farmers markets and restaurants. Recipes are available on colorful and handy tear-off pads at these food outlets. Read More

Aloha Theatre proudly presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, a moving and visually imaginative drama running September 4 through September 13, with two weekends of performances. Read More

American Savings Bank has been named an “America’s Best Employer for Women" by Forbes” for the fifth year. This year, they are ranked 10th out of 700 listed companies! American Savings Bank is proud to have a female CEO, with 65% of its staff women, and nearly half of its executive team women. Read More

The Brewers Association, the not-for-profit trade association dedicated to promoting and protecting America's small and independent craft brewers, is proud to recognize Kona Brewing Hawaiʻi as an independent craft brewery, celebrating an important milestone for one of Hawaiʻi's pioneering breweries and the state's thriving craft beer community. Read More

The Kona Hospital Foundation is proud to announce a donation of $1,046,356.60 to Kona Community Hospital for the purchase of new Philips patient monitors for the Emergency Department (ER), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. Read More 

This FREE Swim Clinic in Kona is for you if you are 1) signed up for the Ironman event on October 10th in Kona, 2) new to the ocean and nervous about your swim, or 3) a slow swimmer worried about the cutoff time. Read More

The 55th Annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival, happening November 6–15, 2026, is now accepting vendor applications for select Festival events. They are looking for talented artisans, local makers, specialty food vendors, Kona coffee-related businesses, and organizations that celebrate the unique culture, heritage, and spirit of Kona. Read More

The community is invited to the Big Island Veg Out Fest, a new plant-based market on Sunday, August 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kona Commons parking lot near Island Naturals Food Store. This free, family-friendly event features 20 local food vendors. Read More

The Rocky Horror Show invites audiences into a wildly imaginative world that celebrates individuality, self-expression, and the joy of embracing what makes us unique. Auditions will be held Sunday, August 23rd and Tuesday, August 25th and are by online appointment only. Read More

Kona Community Hospital has been verified as a Level III trauma center by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma. Verification recognizes Kona Community Hospital’s commitment to providing optimal care for injured patients. Read More 

Experience the benefits of deep restorative relaxation at free sound bath community events presented by Hawai'i Island Community Health Center. Events are open to all ages, and you don’t have to be an HICHC patient to attend. ⁠Read More

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort welcomes resort guests and the local community to Sunset Sessions at Talk Story Bar, a weekly live music series hosted by Kona Village's own Paris DeCambra. Held Sunday evenings throughout August, the program brings together celebrated musicians for performances at sunset. Read More

The Queen Lili'uokalani Canoe Races and Festival presented by Kai 'Opua Canoe Club will be held Sept 3, 2026 to Sept. 7, 2026! The Queen Lilu'uokalani Canoe Races annually welcome over 2,500 paddlers to the world's largest outrigger canoe long-distance race. 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 

The University of Hawaiʻi Sea Grant College Program (Hawaiʻi Sea Grant), through the Pili Nā Moku project, is launching a $7 million funding initiative to support ʻāina-based conservation and restoration, network building, knowledge exchange, capacity building, and community-centered governance. Statements of Interest are due Friday, August 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM HST. 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