Guided Hikes | Exhibits | Workshops | Food Vendors | Native Plant Giveaway | Silent Auction
Let the fun begin ! Saturday, February 8th, from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Waikoloa Dry Forest Preserve for a FREE, family-friendly celebration of conservation, culture, and community!
This year’s festival theme, Laulima, is a tribute to the many hands—mentors, leaders, cultural practitioners, scientists, volunteers, students, and community members—who have come together over the years to create, nurture, and grow the Waikoloa Dry Forest Preserve. It’s because of this shared effort that we all have a thriving forest to celebrate.
🪴 Native Plant Giveaway & Expert Advice – Take home a piece of the forest! Knowledgeable plant experts will be on hand to share tips on propagation, growing, and caring for native Hawaiian plants.
🛍️ Dusty Donkey Emporium Pop-Up – A one-of-a-kind thrift shop filled with unique finds and treasures—perfect for those who love sustainable shopping!
🍛 Delicious Local Eats & Refreshing Drinks – Enjoy a variety of food vendors serving up ono grinds to keep you energized throughout the day.
👕 Limited-Edition Festival Merchandise – Don’t miss your chance to grab a Wiliwili Festival t-shirt and stickers, featuring this year’s stunning artwork designed by Keisha Colon, WDFI’s Education Coordinator.
🚶♂️ Guided Hikes & Self-Guided Adventures – The amazing folks at Hawaiʻi Forest & Trail will be leading guided hikes through the dry forest every hour. Their expert guides have been key ambassadors for the preserve, helping collect millions of native seeds through their weekly giveback tour. Prefer to explore on your own? You’re welcome to hike at your own pace—docents will be available to help answer questions and share insights!
🎤 Engaging Workshops, Talks & Live Music – A day full of learning and entertainment!
📅 Workshop & Presentation Schedule:
🕘 9:30 AM – Native Planting Workshop (Registration required)
🕙 10:30 AM – Native Planting Workshop (Registration required)
🕦 11:30 AM – “65,000 Wiliwili Seeds and Counting” with Rob Yagi
🕧 12:30 PM – “Building Pilina through Ancient & Historic Trail Systems” with La Crivello
🎸 1:30 PM – Live Music by Drew Martin
The Wiliwili Festival takes place in a natural, rugged outdoor setting with gravel roads and hiking trails. To make sure you’re comfortable and prepared, bring a refillable water bottle, sun protection, and sturdy footwear. It’s an outdoor adventure with a side of celebration!
🚗 PARKING DETAILS:
To make your arrival smooth and stress-free, they will have free shuttle service from Waikoloa Plaza’s main parking lot to the preserve. There will also be limited on-site parking, with golf cart shuttles running throughout the day to assist guests between the parking area and the preserve’s front gate.
After an inspiring day at the festival, don’t rush home just yet! Come unwind and celebrate at the FREE Pau Hana Community Concert at Waikoloa Stables from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
🌺 What to Expect:
🎸 Live music by Kalaʻe & Kalena
🍽️ Tasty pūpū to enjoy
🍹 Cash bar to sip and socialize
🏆 Silent auction with exciting prizes!
It’s the perfect way to wrap up a day full of connection, learning, and fun with friends and family.
This event is made possible thanks to the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority’s Community Enrichment Program and the generous support of Hawaiʻi Forest & Trail, Hawaiʻi Water Service, Waikōloa Plaza, AES Hawaiʻi, Fairmont Orchid, Makana Incentives, Kamuela Hardwoods, Queen Construction, and West Side Painting.
The Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative (WDFI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to protecting, promoting, and restoring Hawaiʻi’s native dryland forest. All proceeds from the Wiliwili Festival directly support WDFI’s restoration and education programs.
📩 Questions? Want to Get Involved?
Email them at wdfi@waikoloadryforest.org or call (808) 494-2208.
🌳💚 Come be part of the magic, the mission, and the memories! Whether you’re here to explore, learn, shop, eat, or just soak in the festival vibes, there’s something for everyone. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! See you at the Wiliwili Festival! 🎉🌿
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