Christmas with the Chefs Saturday, 13 December 2025, 5:30pm-8:30pm at the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa.
Kona Kohala Chefs Association and SYSCO proudly present the 33rd year of the Big Island’s premier holiday extravaganza.
Savor an evening of culinary delights and craft beverages while supporting the next generation of Hawai'i's chefs, turning your holiday gathering into a celebration that gives back!
For more information: Christmas with the Chefs NEW • RSVPify
Kona Aloha Singers Winter Concert — “Holidays In Harmony: A Christmas Concert" Sunday, 14 December • Doors open at 2:00 pm, Show starts at 2:30 pm • Aloha Theatre.
Featuring music by Queen, Coldplay, Lady Gaga, Pentatonix, Polar Express, and more — plus beautiful ballads and global sounds under the direction of Erin Deskin.
For more information: https://www.konaalohasingers.net/dbpage.php?pg=view&dbase=events&id
65th Waimea Twilight Christmas Parade, Saturday December 6th 6:00pm-8:00pm
Join us at the 65th Waimea Twilight Christmas Parade on Saturday, 6 Dec 2025 @ 6PM. This year’s theme is A Waimea Christmas Birthday Celebration.
Stop by the Keck Observatory booth for hot cocoa. Parade route same as last year. It will begin with units leaving Waimea Park onto Kawaihae Road (across from Habitat For Humanity’s RESTORE), turning left onto Kawaihae Road, then right onto Lindsey Road to main intersection. Parade will turn left onto Mamalahoa Hwy (Hwy 19), pass thru town center, turn right on Pukalani, right on Ala ‘Ohia and conclude at the Kalani Schutte Waimea District Park.
Spectators asked to please stay on the sidewalk or grass and off the roadway, no open fires/barbecues/hibachis to prevent wildfire, and please do not throw candy from parade units – for everyone’s safety!
For more information: Christmas Parade — Waimea Community Association
Kokua Kailua Village Stroll, 7 December, 1:00pm-6:00pm
Kokua Kailua, the popular monthly village stroll on Alii Drive, happens one Sunday each month from 1 pm to 6 pm. Kona’s Historic Kailua Village closes to vehicular traffic and becomes a festive, pedestrian-only outdoor marketplace that makes for a fun family-friendly day. Leashed dogs are welcome to stroll too.
Kokua Kailua stretches from Kailua Pier through Historic Kailua Village to Hualalai Road. Highlights include over 100 vendor booths showcasing the work of local artisans and crafters, musicians, and merchants offering a fantastic shopping experience and delicious dining options.
For more information: Kokua Kailua Village Stroll - Historic Kailua
27th Annual Music & Light Festival – Holualoa Village, 6 December, 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
Experience the magic of the holidays as Holualoa Village transforms into a festive wonderland from the historic Kona Hotel to the old Holualoa Library. Enjoy twinkling lights, live holiday music, treats, and special events at local galleries and shops.
Stop by the Holualoa Kitchen for great food and festive décor, and don’t forget to bring the keiki and your camera for a visit with Santa! A perfect evening of aloha, art, and Christmas cheer in the heart of Kona’s coffee country.
For more information: MUSIC & LIGHT | Holualoa, Hawaii
Na Makua Invitational Christmas Gift Fair, 5th–6th December Edith Kanaka‘ole Tennis Stadium, Hilo Friday, 2pm-7pm; Saturday, 10am-4pm.
The cream of the crop of Hawaiian craftspeople are represented at this gift fair. To be held at Edith Kanaka'ole Tennis Stadium in Hilo.
For more information: Na Makua Invitational Christmas Gift Fair 2025 December - IslandsEvents.com
Kailua-Kona Christmas Parade 13 December Aliʻi Drive, Kailua-Kona, 5:30pm
The Annual Kailua Village Christmas Parade returns on Saturday, December 13
For more information: Kailua-Kona Christmas Parade - Parades in Kona
The Nutcracker Ballet – Kahilu Theatre, Waimea, 23 December (2 shows: 2 PM & 6 PM)
West Hawai'i Dance Theatre presents the holiday classic. A festive, family-friendly production with more than 80 local dancers and professional guest artists from New York City Ballet and more!
For more information: http://www.whdt.org/
