Welcome to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce!

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort is pleased to welcome acclaimed bartender Hiroyasu Kayama of Tokyo’s Bar BenFiddich for a special two-night cocktail pop-up at Shipwreck Bar & Sushi on November 21 and Talk Story Bar on November 22. This experience is open to both resort guests and to the local community. Read More

West Hawaii Region of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation held a blessing ceremony for the recently completed administration building at Kohala Hospital. The new building provides a dedicated space for administrative operations, freeing up space in the main hospital for patient care and future expansion of services. Read More

Aloha Theatre closes out its 2026 mainstage season with Nunsense, Dan Goggin’s cheeky and delightfully chaotic musical comedy. Nunsense performs Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:30 PM, November 20 through December 6, at Aloha Theatre in Kainaliu. Read More

On November 1, Dr. Victoria Hanes became the new Chief Executive Officer of Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center. Vicky has served HICHC for 16 years. She joined the team as a postdoctoral student, continued serving our community as a licensed clinical psychologist, and has grown within the organization, providing essential leadership, most recently as Chief Operating Officer. Read More

West Hawaii Region of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation announced Kona Community Hospital has earned the Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Hospitals from the Joint Commission, an independent, evidence-based standards setting organization that sets the benchmark for safe, high-quality patient care through healthcare accreditation. Read More

Aloha Theatre invites performers of all ages to audition for Mary Poppins, the first production of its 2027 Mainstage season. Auditions will be held Monday, November 23, and Tuesday, November 24, 2026, from 5-9 p.m. An audition workshop will also be offered on Saturday, November 7, from 1-3 p.m. Read More

Kailua Village Business Improvement District looks forward to enticing community members to shop small and shop local in Historic Kailua Village this holiday season. They invite business owners and shopkeepers in the District to enter the NEW! 2026 Christmas Window Decoration Contest. 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 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

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

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