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We mentioned before that the Big Island is also
called the island of superlatives. Not only the biggest of the Hawaiian
island chain, the big Island promises lots of adventures, many beyond
the ordinary, and offers a wide spread array of Big Island events
which attract each year thousands of Hawaii visitors. Big Island
vacation highlights may include one of the following Big Island
events:
Aloha Festivals Big Island - September
Each year the nation wide Aloha Festival events
attract a big crowd, which enjoy the fun events plus the chance
to learn more about the Hawaii culture and heritage. The Aloha Festivals
is Hawaii's premier cultural showcase, a celebration of Hawaii's
music, dance and history intended to preserve the unique island
traditions. Big Island Aloha Festivals usually start at the end
of August and offer a big variety of events all through September.
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more the Big Island Aloha Festival
Big Island Ironman Triathlon Kona –
October
Every year on the second Saturday in October about
1,500 triathletes from around the world compete for the ultimate
triathlon, the Hawaii Triathlon Ironman Word Championship in Kona.
The Ironman is probably the biggest event the Hawaiian Islands host,
not just in regards to the thousands of visitors watching the competition
but also due to the international reputation the Ironman receives.
A 2.4-mile ocean swim in Kona with start from the Pier at Alii Dr,
112-mile bike race from Kona to Hawi on the north tip of the Big
Island and the final 26.2-mile marathon takes everything out of
each contestant. Competitors have 17 hours to finish. You want to
be at the finish line when the clock stops counting at midnight.
That’s when the real drama starts unfolding. The Hawaii Ironman
is an experience of a lifetime.
>>>Visit
official Ironman Website
PGA Mastercard Golf Championship - January
This annual PGA golf event at the Four Seasons
Resort Hualalai Golf Club annually kicks off the PGA Champion’s
Tour. It features 36 top golfers who have won Champions Tour or
other PGA majors or money events in a 54-hole competition for a
total purse topping $1.5 million. This golf tournament is a highlight,
which Big Island golf enthusiasts don’t want to miss.
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more on PGA Golf Tournaments
Big Island International Marathon - March
Run along the ocean at one of the world’s
most scenic marathons. This certified, scenic course follows "the
coast of old Hawaii" along the Pacific Ocean, past exotic waterfalls,
over narrow bridges and lava beaches. After a downhill of 500 ft.
and some hills in the first 8 miles, this marathon course is fairly
flat. Hilo is located in on the East Coast of the Big Island, which
features lush tropical rainforest. So anticipate some rain. As with
all our Big Island events, lots of volunteers make this Hilo Marathon
a success for athletes and spectators.
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more on Hilo Marathon
Merrie Monarch Hula Festival - Easter
(March or April)
So, if sports events are not your personal preference,
the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival attracts thousands of visitors
each year after Easter. The Merrie Monarch Festival is held each
year to celebrate Hawaiian culture, dance and music. The 45th Annual
Merrie Monarch Festival (2008) hula competition in Hilo Hawaii is
scheduled for next year from March 30 – April 5, 2008, which
is one week later than usual. This date shift was done in order
to accommodate another major event in Hilo. Normally, the Big Island
hula festival starts on Easter Sunday in Hilo with lots of music,
food and fun. It’s not easy to get tickets for the hula performances.
There is a free hula exhibition on Wednesday night at the stadium
that begins at 6:30pm.
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more on Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
Big Island Lavaman Triathlon –
April
The Lavaman Triathlon and Sports Festival takes
place at Waikoloa Beach Resort on the Kohala Coast of the Big Island.
The highlight of this sports and fitness event is the Lavaman Triathlon
Olympic Distance Triathlon, which includes 1.5 k Swim, 40K Bike
+ 10K Run. The 11th Annual Lavaman Triathlon will take place on
April 6th, 2008. There are overall and Age Group awards for Lavaman
Triathlon, which includes trophies and prizes and even two Ironman
Age Group slots for the 2008 Ironman Triathlon!
The Lavaman experience has grown into a multi-sports festival, complete
with a the Lavaman Youth Biathlon. The Lavaman Triathlon has been
featured worldwide on the Outdoor Life Network (OLN) and incorporated
into the OLN show, "Triathlon World."
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Read more on the Big Island Lavaman Triathlon
Parker Ranch Independence Day Rodeo
– July
The Parker Ranch Independence Rodeo takes place
at the Parker Ranch Arena in Waimea. This rodeo celebrates the tradition
of the Hawaiian cowboys (paniolos) with action rodeo events and
delicious food. It provides visitors a rare glimpse at real-life
paniolo in action, including horse races, team sorting, double mugging,
roping and more. Tickets for the rodeo can be purchased at the Parker
Ranch Store in mid-June and also at the gate on rodeo day. For more
information call 808-885-7655.
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more about Parker Ranch Events
Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament
– August
Kailua Kona’s Billfish Tournament
has a long tradition in big game fishing for 48 years. Passionate
fishing teams from around the world, Australia, Bahamas, New Zealand,
South Africa, California and Hawaii, get attracted to this tournament
in catching the prized Pacific Blue Marlin and winning the Hawaiian
International Billfish Tournament
The 49th Hawaiian Billfish Tournament will be in August 2008.
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more on the Big Island’s Billfish Tournament in Kona
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