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Hilo Lei Day Festival
May 1, 2026 @ 10am to 2pm – Kalakaua Park, Hilo
May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii! The celebration takes place annually on the 1st of May at Kalakaua Park in Hilo. The event is free and open to the public. Learn about Hawaiian history and the culture of the lei. The opening ceremonies feature oli and ho’okupu being made and throughout the day there is hula, lei making demonstrations and Classic Lei Day Mele.
Ironman 70.3 Hawaii
May 30, 2026 – Kohala Coast
The Ironman 70.3, also known as the Half Ironman, is an annual world championship competition that takes place along the northwest coast of the Big Island. The course takes a large amount of stamina to complete, as there is a wide variance in the terrain, elevation, weather and course conditions.
Many of our homes have yearly reservations made by athletes participating in this impressive event, as they are situated within the course’s route. This provides competitors a chance to train on the course before the big day!
Below are annual events that are expected to take place in 2026. Events will be marked as TBA until official 2026 dates are released.
Charity Walk
May TBA, 2026 – Queen’s Marketplace
The Charity Walk, hosted by the Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association, now spans all major islands and raises funds for local nonprofits. After the walk, enjoy entertainment, keiki activities, a silent auction, and food at the Waikoloa Bowl.