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What's On in Hawai‘i Island This Week — from Jun 6
What's on Hawai‘i Island this week — our top picks for live music, markets, culture and family fun.
ʻŌhelo Berries: Hawaiʻi's Sacred Volcano Berry (2026)
ʻŌhelo berries grow only above 4,000 ft on Hawaiʻi's volcanoes. They're sacred to Pele — and Hawaiian families have been picking them at Volcanoes National Park for generations.
Kona Manta Ray Night Dive: A Guide for Visitors (2026)
Kona's manta ray night dive — swimming with 12-foot wingspans at 30 ft of water under floodlights — is one of the top ocean experiences in the world.
Merrie Monarch Festival 2026: Hawaii's Premier Hula Competition
The Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo (April 5–11, 2026) is the most prestigious hula competition in the world. Tickets, hālau, where to watch, the Hōʻike free night.
Hawaiian Coffee Farm Tours: Kona, Kaʻū & Maui (2026 Guide)
Hawaii is the only U.S. state that grows coffee commercially. Visit the farms behind Kona, Kaʻū, and Maui beans — most tours are $20–35 with tastings included.
Mauna Loa Eruption History + How to Visit Safely (2026 Guide)
Mauna Loa is the world's largest active volcano. It erupted in 2022 after 38 years of quiet. Here's the full eruption history and how to view it safely.
What Is Vog in Hawaii? (Air Quality Guide for Visitors)
Vog is volcanic smog from Kīlauea, drifting across the Hawaiian Islands depending on the trade winds. Here's what it is, when it's worst, and how to plan around it.
Kona Coffee Farm Tours — Locals' Picks for the Best in 2026
100% Kona is among the most expensive coffee in the world. The 30-mile Kona coffee belt is full of family farms offering free tastings + behind-the-scenes tours. Here's where to actually go.
Mauna Loa — The Biggest Active Volcano on Earth (Hawaii History + 2026 Status)
Mauna Loa covers half the Big Island, holds the record as the largest active volcano on Earth, and erupted last in 2022. Here's the full eruption history and what visitors need to know.
Best Hawaii Wedding Venues in 2026 — Island-by-Island Guide
From beachfront chapels in Maui to estate venues on Kauai — the best Hawaii wedding venues for 2026, broken down by island, capacity, and price tier.
Best Things to Do on the Big Island in 2026 — Locals' Guide
From Volcanoes National Park to Mauna Kea's stargazing summit — the Big Island is the most diverse Hawaiian island. Locals' picks for what's actually worth your time.
Best Food Trucks on the Big Island
Big Island is where Hawaii food culture is at its most experimental. The best stuff is parked on a side road with a hand-painted sign.
Hawaii Farmers Markets Schedule 2026 — Day-by-Day, All Islands
Every farmers market on Oahu, Maui, Big Island, and Kauai — sorted by day of the week. Hours, locations, what to expect, and which ones serve hot breakfast.
Hawaii Rainy Day Activities — Indoor Events and Things to Do When the Weather Turns
Even Hawaii gets rain. Here are the best museums, indoor markets, escape rooms, classes, and indoor events to do when the weather turns — across Oahu, Maui, Big Island, and Kauai.
Best Things to Do on the Big Island 2026 — Volcanoes, Stargazing & Black Sand
Volcano on one side, snow on the other, black sand beaches, and the world's best stargazing. The Big Island is four islands welded together — here's how to navigate it.
Big Island in 5 Days — Volcano, Mauna Kea, Black Sand & Kona
A 5-day Big Island itinerary with day-by-day driving estimates, where to sleep, the Mauna Kea ranger gate rules, and what to skip if you only have four days.