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Kona Coffee Cultural Festival of 2026

Bag of Full Moon 100% Kona Coffee French Roast whole bean in a coffee farm field on the Big Island

Anything you can think of concerning Kona Coffee you can do it at the 55th annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival from November 6, 2026 to November 15th. The popular long-running event is a celebration of the historical and cultural significance of the native Kona crop.

There is coffee tasting, farm tours and farm experiences, markets, educational events, barista training, scholarship competition of awards and of course latte art classes. Plus on November 7th you can partake in the annal Holualoa Coffee and Art Stroll.So if you are a coffee lover you definitely need to check the events out. Of course it’s also fun for the whole family. The events usually has great weather and it’s a good place to pick up some great gifts for the holidays especially if you know any coffee lovers!

Coffee Festival button 2026

You can attend most events with the purchase of a Festival Button. Although some events and experiences may carry additional fees. Schedule is subject to change so make sure you double check as we get closer to the events. 

We have some great places available for the event time period!

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If you have any questions or would like to book a place to stay for the event please get in touch!

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54th Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is Almost Here!

Sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea

The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is one of the biggest most delightful Fall events on the Big Island and it’s coming up fast!

The 54th annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival takes place between November 7- 16 this year. It’s been going on since 1970 and celebrates the nearly two hundred years of Kona Coffee.

The festival includes all kind of events and fun things to do solo or in a group whether you love coffee or are just looking to have a nice time out!

Among the events are multiple local tours, some historical tours included, workshops. Coffee tasting (of course!) coffee brewing courses (naturally) art exhibits, parades, competitions and even a scholarship award! You can download a PDF of all the events on the website.

Its $10 for a Kona Coffee Festival button for the ten day event. Kids under 5 are free. All in all the event is a staple in Kona during the fall and there’s really something for everyone (even the non-coffee drinkers among us) so check it out if you get the chance.

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Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival This Weekend!

Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival This Weekend!

 

Fireworks in Kailua Kona

 

The 12th Annual Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival takes place this weekend. With the main festival event on Saturday, May 31st from 5-9 p.m.

You can attend the ocean front jazz and blues festival at the Mauna Kea Beach Resort. It’s a beautiful event every year but it is a ticketed event and does sell out annually so you may want to hurry up and make your plans. Some announced acts include; Donald Harrison, Wayne Toups and The Iguanas.

If you can’t attend the main event on Saturday however there is a JazzFest Dinner Teaser Friday night at the Copper Bar from 6pm-9pm. And a Sunday breakfast on June 1st 9-11 at Manta. So all in all there is plenty of chance for some great music!

Call direct for reservations at: 808-882-5707

You can also book through the Mauna Kea Website.

Check it out if you’re able to and enjoy the beautiful music and scenery of the Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival! Have a wonderful week!

 

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