February 2026, a month-long event for Princess Ruth at Hulihee Palace

Na Hana Noʻeau – Wednesdays

Join the celebration! Wehileiʻula is a month-long cultural observance held during Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi (February 2026) to commemorate the 200th birthday of Ruth Ke‘elikōlani Keanolani Kanāhoahoa. Every Wednesday join us for hands-on hana noʻeau activities on the palace grounds featuring a rotating group of Hawaiian cultural practitioners from Kona. Wednesdays,

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February 2026, a month-long event for Princess Ruth at Hulihee Palace

Papa Mele – Every Tuesday

Join the celebration! Every Tuesday explore mele as a vessel of memory and ʻike. Through song and story, we honor aliʻi, place, and the legacy of Keʻelikōlani on the grounds of Huliheʻe Palace. Kumu: Rolinda Bean Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24 3 pm to 4:30 pm Click here to

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Christmas Tea

Take a step back in time and enjoy the serenity of Kailua-Kona, as you join us for this deluxe tour experience at Huliheʻe Palace! We are thrilled to present Christmas Tea offering a unique and immersive tour at one of Hawaiʻi Island’s most honored and revered historic homes. Upon arrival,

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