Waikoloa Beach Resort Cultural Entertainment
Listen. Music, song and story fill Waikoloa Beach Resort with the animated sounds and eclectic energies of Hawaii. Under the tree, ukulele class; later the laughter of lei-makers, the crackle and chat of coconut weavers. On the petroglyph path, a guide talks you into the past; and onstage the flawless footsteps of hula, the shimmering notes of slack-key guitar, the bone-deep resonance of ancient chant, and everywhere, the voice of aloha.
Waikoloa Koi Day
Saturday August 23, 2008
Koi ponds can be seen as part of the landscape at both Queens’ MarketPlace and Kings’ Shops. The koi has been revered as beautiful ornaments in ponds worldwide. Come and see the display of award-winning koi and be educated by Hawaii Koi Farm owner, Gary DeCoito.
Activities & Events for Thursday August 21, 2008
Dolphin Quest Experiences
Hilton
A Dolphin Quest interactive program is an experience of a lifetime. Guided by Dolphin Quest’s marine mammal experts, guests are led through a rare opportunity to come face to face with one of our ocean’s most amazing and intelligent creatures, learn about the dolphins’ fascinating abilities and gain a personal appreciation for the importance of preserving the world’s oceans and its inhabitants for future generations. visit website for complete schedule
Daily-Times and prices vary;
Glass Bottom Boat Rides, 3 Times Daily
09:00 AM
Anaehoomalu Bay
Experience the thrill of the underwater world and the turtle cleaning station at Anaehoomalu Bay without getting your feet wet! An exciting ocean adventure for all ages. Reservations required. Contact Ocean Sports for reservations.
9:00am, 9:45am and 10:30am
Seaside Putting Course
10:00 AM
Hilton
Not your average “miniature golf,” Seaside’s challenging putting greens are interspersed with sand traps and water features. Signage along the course makes for self-guided botanical tour of Hawaii’s indigenous and imported diverse plant species. Price includes putter, golf balls, scorecards and ball markers.
Open 10:00 am-sunset
Petroglyph Tours Thurs.
10:30 AM
Kings' Shops
Kii pohaku (petroglyphs, literally “rock pictures”) may be the closest thing to a written language that Hawaiians used, and some are thought to be astronomical symbols, road signs or markers of historic events. Join expert Kalei’ula Makekau for a moderate 1-hour walk back through Hawaii’s fascinating history, and see for yourself. Sunblock, hat and covered walking shoes recommended as the trail is uneven and rough in places. If you visit the petroglyphs on your own, please respect this culturally sensitive area. Stay on the trail and do not approach the petroglyphs for photos or rubbings without permission of Waikoloa Security. These are fragile carvings, possibly thousands of years old, easily subject to damage and erosion. The best way to capture a petroglyph is with a photo in the late afternoon, when the shadows are long.
Black Sand Beach Snorkel Adventure with Ocean Sports Thurs.
10:30 AM
Anaehoomalu Bay
Cruise on a luxury catamaran to a “secret” black sand beach created by ancient lava flows, where few ever go. Snorkel the colorful reefs with marine naturalists to find tropical fish, green sea turtles and other discoveries. Includes equipment and towels, continental breakfast, picnic lunch and open bar. Reservations required. For more information visit www.HawaiiOceanSports.com.
Hawaiian Feather Crafting
11:30 AM
Queens' MarketPlace
In the ancient days, trained craftsmen “hunted” birds in the forests for their scarlet and gold-colored feathers, highly prized for the impressive feather capes for the alii (royalty). Today everybody can take part in the fun and festive art of featherwork.
Island Style Music - Various Musicians
04:00 PM
Queens' MarketPlace
Meet the music-makers of the island and enjoy contemporary and traditional songs with that very special island flavor. We feature well known Island stars, from the traditional harmonies of the Kupukaa’s and the Wailana Trio to contemporary stylings of Widdy Loo, Kunia Galdeira, Lena Naipo and Hoku Award winner John Keawe. Everyone enjoys the open-air “kani ka pila” style and someone in the audience might be inspired to get up and dance an impromptu hula. Sweet guitar, ukulele, harmonious voices and lots of aloha.
Folklore & Hula, Hawaiian Style
06:00 PM
Kings' Shops
Hula tells Hawaii’s story with the graceful hands of talented dancers, some trained from childhood in this intricate ancient art of dance and chant. At the Kings’ Shops Center Stage and Queens’ MarketPlace Coronation Pavilion, we invite island halau (troupes) young and old, to take the stage and share their skills, from the ancient kahiko to modern auana style.