40th Annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
“Celebrating 40 Years of Kona Coffee Heritage”
November 5 - 14, 2010
Prelude Events
Saturday, October 30
Aloha Makahiki Concert
Makaeo County Pavilion ( Old Airport )
Sponsored by Ua Mau Company, Heavenly Hawaiian Coffee & Wine-Kan Company of Japan
Sunday, October 31
Little Miss Kona Coffee Pageant
Keauhou Beach Resort
Tiny Miss Kona Coffee Blossom ages 3-5
Little Miss Kona Coffee ages 6-9
Young Miss Kona Coffee ages 10-12
& Miss Outstanding Teen ages 13-17
Friday, November 5
International Lantern Parade
6:30 p.m.
Alii Drive, Kailua Pier to Hale Halawai
Sponsored by Hawaiian Queen Coffee
Lanterns light the evening stroll to celebrate Kona's heritage with groups in ethnic costumes.
Cultural Program
7:30 p.m.
Hale Halawai
An evening of multi-ethnic entertainment, foods and coffee tastings following the parade. Colorful Bon dance gets everyone on their feet!
Saturday, November 6
Holualoa Village Coffee & Art Stroll
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Holualoa Village Association, Kona Blue Sky Coffee & Holualoa Inn
A collection of boutique art galleries pair with tastings of three dozen estate label Kona coffees. Talk story with local farmers while tasting their gourmet coffees.
Ueshima Coffee (UCC Hawaii) Corp. 40 th Miss Kona Coffee Scholarship Pageant
6:30 p.m. No-host cocktails
7:30 p.m. Pageant
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa
Convention Center
Sponsored by Ueshima Coffee (UCC Hawaii) Corp.
An exciting evening that crowns Miss Kona Coffee and Miss Aloha Hawaii 2010. Tickets are $30 plus a Festival button. Ticket hotline 557-0677.
Sunday, November 7
Ueshima Coffee (UCC Hawaii) Corp. Kona Coffee Picking Contest
7:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. Competition
Ueshima Coffee Farm, Holualoa
Sponsored by Ueshima Coffee (UCC Hawaii) Corp.
Test your skills in a timed competition for beginners and masters. From the slopes of this picture perfect farm, watch the master pickers of astonishing speed and skill. Cash prizes, entertainment and refreshments.
KTA Super Stores Kona Coffee Recipe Contest/Big Island Showcase
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa
Convention Center
Sponsored by KTA Super Stores
Amateurs, culinary students, keiki and professionals present their favorite entrée and dessert recipes featuring 100% Kona coffee and other Hawaii island products. Displays and samples of Hawaii island products, cooking demonstration and door prizes. The public is invited to taste contestant's recipes following the award presentation.
Monday, November 8
Kona Historical Society
Kona Coffee Living History Farm Tour
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Kealakekua
Sponsored by Kona Historical Society
Special admission price in conjunction during the Festival. Educational, fun self-guided tours trace back the history of Kona coffee pioneers from the period of 1925 to 1945. For reservations, contact 323-2006
Tuesday, November 9
Kona Coffee Council Farm & Mill Tour
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hale Halawai
Sponsored by Kona Coffee Council
Reservations required, call 808-322-6575
Tours visit three working coffee farms throughout the North or South Kona regions. Cost includes lunch and transportation.
Wednesday, November 10
Gevalia Kona Coffee Cupping Competition – Preliminary Round
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Keauhou Beach Resort
Sponsored by Gevalia Kaffe
Kona Coffee farms compete is the most prestigious event that will name the finest Kona coffee in the state. Winners will advance to the final round.
Gevalia Kona Coffee Art Exhibit
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Keauhou Beach Resort
Sponsored by Gevalia Kaffe
The romance of the Kona coffee lifestyle is depicted in artwork that is offered for sale by local artists. A People's Choice award invites the public for their participation by voting for their favorite pieces.
Keauhou Resort Kona Coffee Label & Website Competition
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Keauhou Beach Resort
Sponsored by Keauhou Beach Resort
This competition awards unique, creative marketing that generate sales for Kona coffee farmers. Cash prizes and awards given in both categories.
Kona Coffee Quilt Contest & Show
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Keauhou Beach Resort
Lauhala Weaving Workshop
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Keauhou Beach Resort
Kona Historical Society
Kona Coffee Living History Farm Tour
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Kealakekua
Sponsored by Kona Historical Society
For reservations, contact 808-323-2006
Special admission price in conjunction during the Festival. Educational, fun self-guided tours trace back the history of Kona coffee pioneers from the period of 1925 to 1945.
Makaeo Cultural Events:
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Makaeo County Pavilion
Roasting, Tasting & Coffee Museum
Hawaiiana Culture Workshops
Entertainment
Kona Coffee Showcase
Hawaiian Quilt Workshop
Hawaiian Master Drum Maker & Wood Carver
Kona Coffee Farmers Showcase
Kona Coffee Story Along the Hawaii Belt Road
Thursday, November 11
Gevalia Kona Coffee Cupping Competition (Finals)
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Keauhou Beach Resort
Sponsored by Gevalia Kaffe
A panel of international judges will name the best Kona coffee in the state concluding today's final cupping.
Gevalia Kona Coffee Art Exhibit
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Keauhou Beach Resort
Sponsored by Gevalia Kaffe
Awards and prizes are given to local artists whose work best represents the Kona coffee lifestyle. People's Choice award to be announced.
Keauhou Resort Kona Coffee Label & Website Competition
9:00 a.m. to Noon
Keauhou Beach Resort
Sponsored by Keauhou Beach Resort
The best label and website artwork winners will be named at the awards ceremony.
Kona Coffee Quilt Contest & Show
9:00 a.m. – Noon
Keauhou Beach Resort
Lauhala Weaving Workshop
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Keauhou Beach Resort
Kona Historical Society
Kona Coffee Living History Farm Tour
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Kealakekua
Sponsored by Kona Historical Society
Reservations required 808-323-2006
Special admission price in conjunction during the Festival. Educational, fun self-guided tours trace back the history of Kona coffee pioneers from the period of 1925 to 1945.
Makaeo Cultural Events
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Makaeo Pavilion (Old Airport)
See November 10 listing for details
Kona Coffee Council Dinner & Benefit Auction
6:00 p.m. no-host cocktails
7:00 p.m. Buffet dinner
Keauhou Beach Resort
For ticket cost and information contact 808-322-6575
This social gathering is hosted by insiders of the Kona coffee industry. This intimate gathering includes a buffet dinner, silent auction and live entertainment. Everyone is welcome.
Friday, November 12
Kona Coffee Council Farm & Mill Tour
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hale Halawai
Sponsored by Kona Coffee Council
Reservations required, call 808-322-6575
Tours visit three working coffee farms throughout the North or South Kona regions. Cost includes lunch and transportation.
Saturday, November 13
Kamehameha Schools Kona Coffee Grand Parade
9:30 a.m.
Royal Kona Resort to Makaeo County Pavilion (Old Airport)
Sponsored by Kamehameha Schools
Equestrian costumed riders, colorful floral floats, marching bands and many energetic community groups and the newly crowned Miss Kona Coffee and Miss Aloha Hawaii greet the crowds.
Makaeo Cultural Events
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Makaeo County Pavilion (Old Airport)
Kona Heritage Park & International Marketplace
Kona Coffee Lei Contest
Ikebana Floral Displays
Festival of Artists
Lauhala Weaving Workshop
Kona Coffee Emporium
Kona Coffee Farmer's Showcase
Hawaiian Quilt Workshop
Hawaiian Master Drum & Wood Carver
Kona Coffee Story Along the Hawaii Belt Road
Pioneer Farmer's Luncheon
Entertainment Program
Sunday, November 14
Kona Bowl Scholarship Bowling Tournament
9:00 a.m.
Sponsored by Kona Bowl
An event for the entire family. Format is 9 Pin, No-Tap Singles, 100% handicap. Proceeds benefit Miss Kona Coffee Scholarship Pageant.
Events subject to change. With the exception of just a few event admission charges, the Festival button is your ticket to all events.
Supported by Hawaii Tourism Authority
