Waimea Events
Parker Ranch Round-Up Club Labor Day Rodeo
Parker Ranch Arena 66-1304 Hawaiʻi Belt Rd, Waimea, HI, United StatesGET YOUR LABOR DAY RODEO TICKETS TODAY!! Tickets are $10 pre sale or $15 at the gate You can purchase your tickets online or in person at Pukalani Stables, Earl's in Waimea, Earl's in Pa'auil
72nd Annual Paniolo Parade
Waimea Park 65-1263 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI, United StatesCelebrating WHO We Are: Paniolo Festival - September 21-22Great news! Aloha Festivals Island of Hawai’i is returning! The plan includes a year-round series of priceless cultural experiences and recently, they held a super successful Moananui Ocean Festival including poke contest and paddling races. Next up will be a revival of Waimea’s beloved Paniolo Parade and Ho’olaule’a followed by an all-day Rodeo – Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 21-22, 2024. As in the past, Aloha Festivals celebrates Hawaiian culture, language, arts, and traditional Hawaiian customary practices striving to keep alive century-old traditions, historical protocols, and celebrations. Through a series of exciting events, the program aims to teach, engage and share with kamaʻāina and visitors alike about Hawaiian customary practices. We are all invited to participate – as parade spectators – OR – by entering a unit in the parade for your school, faith group, club, business, ranch or farm – you name it! More details will be posted to the event website this week: www.AlohaFestivalsIslandofHawaii.com. There is no charge to enter and it’s a meaningful way to support and nurture Waimea’s heritage while also helping perpetuate cultural practices and values. This is our KULEANA!
Discover Your Kuleana – “Eating Your Values”
Parker School 65-1224 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI, United StatesSave the date for our next Discover Your Kuleana gathering - EATING YOUR VALUES! Dive into the world of local food with us and discover why it’s our kuleana to support our local farmers, food producers and food aggregators. We’re thrilled to have Waimea’s own star chef Ippy Aiona leading an insightful panel featuring: Mills Stovall from Waimea Butcher Shop Dana Shapiro from Hawaiʻi ʻUlu Co-op Scott Valley from First Light Farm They’ll share what it takes to get local food from farm to table. Learn ways to access local food and how better to support local agriculture. Enjoy small bites from Merriman’s Waimea, FORC restaurant, and Heartbeet Catering, showcasing the best of local ingredients. Then stick around to talk story with the chefs & farmers and connect more with our community. We can’t wait to see you there and inspire you to eat and support more local farmers and ranchers.
Waimea Fall Festival 2024
Waimea District Park Ala Ohia Road, Waimea, HI, United StatesCelebrate the season at the 2024 Waimea Fall Festival! Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of autumn at this annual community event, featuring an array of activities and entertainment for the whole family. Enjoy live music, delicious local food, craft booths, and exciting games. Don’t miss the pumpkin patch, harvest-themed attractions, and fun for all ages. Event Highlights: Live Music & Entertainment: Dance to performances from local bands and artists. Local Vendors: Shop unique crafts, artisanal goods, and seasonal treats. Family Fun: Participate in games, face painting, and more.
64th Annual Waimea Twilight Christmas Parade
Waimea Park 65-1263 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI, United StatesSaturday, Dec. 7, 2024 @ 6PM (Note Time Change!) Parade route slightly changed - will begin with units leaving Waimea Park onto Kawaihae Road (across from St. James), turning left onto Kawaihae Road, then right onto Lindsey Road to main intersection. Thereafter it’s the same route as has been followed the past 2 years, along Mamalahoa thru town center, right on Pukalani, right on Ala ‘Ohia and concluding at the Kalani Schutte Waimea District Park. Theme: “A Waimea Christmas Memory”