We are pleased to invite Alapi’i to Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa during the month of February only.
The Alapi’i is a 19th century ‘opelu fishing canoe from South Kona which has been restored through a collaboration of community organizations and completed by students of Mr. Wright Bowman. Today, Alapi’i is under the stewardship of the Nakoa Foundation and it has traveled throughout Hawaii Island.
The mission for Alapi’i is to help perpetuate the ancient art of ‘opelu fishing. To honor both the land, the bay, and the legacy of Keauhou, we are honored to bring Alapi’i to Keauhou.
Visitors, guests and the community are invited to come and "meet" Alapi’i and experience a living piece of Hawai’i history. During the month of February Alapi’i will be at the pool terrace for all to enjoy. Each Friday evening at 5:30 pm during February all are invited to come and learn about Alapi’i and Hawai’i’s people and history.
E Pili Mai - Welcome, Come Connect and Feel Keauhou
Holoholo Keauhou! - (free) Each Tuesday and Thursday at 8:00am.
This is a unique opportunity to see Keauhou up close and personal. Learn of the rich history and get in a healthy walk! This 1.5 hour hiking tour experiences historic Lekeleke burial grounds wehre the Battle of Kuamoo took place and the Kings' Trail. Total distance is about 2 miles land includes rocky terrain. Walking shoes needed. Reservations required. Sign up at concierge desk. Meet Lily, our Alakai Hooluana (Director of Cultural & Leisure Activities) at Keauhou Bay Coffee Co. at 7:50am.
Kaukulaelae Historical Tour - (free) Each Tuesday and Thursday 11:00am.
Embrace the land and honor the historic sites on property. See the remnants of Kaukulaelae; a canoe shed, a cattle pen, house platforms, a fishing shrine, a salt pan and more. Feel the culture of Keauhou Bay and learn of the Alii, or Royalty from this area. Sign up at concierge desk. Tour is approximately 40 minutes, easy walking. Meet Lily, our Alakai Hooluana (Director of Cultural & Leisure Activities) at Manta Ray Bar & Grill at 11:00am.
Hawaii Island Orientation - (free) each Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30am-9:00am
Get an overview of the island the best things to do and see while you are here. Meet Lily, our Alakai Hooluana (Director of Cultural & Leisure Activities) at Manta Ray Bar & Grill and sample Mama's 100% Kona Coffee.
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa is an active participant in our Big Island community. Volunteers from the resort help with many organizations and events throughout the year.
In addition to being a convenient and central home base for numerous community meetings held in West Hawaii, Sheraton Keauhou Bay is proud to host these community events:
Lani Kauikeaouli Concert
March 17 5-10PM
Outdoors on the Hawaii Lawn. Free concert brings many of Hawaii's best musicians together to celebrate the birthday of Kamehameha III. Sponsored by Keauhou Resort & Kamehameha Investment Corporation.
Mama...My Mama I Love You
Each May
Outdoors on the lawn. Hawaiian dance & entertainment provided by Sheraton Keauhou's adopted Halau Kala‘akeakauikawekiu. (2012 event will be at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel)
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Building & Design Expo
Each July
Keauhou Convention Center. Free to the public. Loads of information on home design, construction, home decorating, landscaping, pools and spas, indoor and outdoor furniture, home security and more.
Hawaii Slack Key Guitar Festival - Keauhou Style
Sunday before Labor Day (September)
Outdoors on the lawn. Hawaii's best slack key players gather to celebrate their music. Food & Crafts add to the festivities. Free admission.
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
Annually - 10 days, Early November
Events are held throughout the area and the Miss Kona Coffee Scholarship Pagaent and hotly contested KTA Super Stores Kona Coffee Recipe Contest are at Sheraton Keauhou Bay. This is Hawaii's longest running food festival and celebrates all things coffee.
ONGOING:
Hula Halau Kala`akeakauikawekiu
Practice on resort grounds each Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Guests are welcome to observe as talented keiki (children) and adults perfect the intricate and often delicate movement of hula.
All events and dates subject to change without notice.
