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10-DAY KONA COFFEE CULTURAL FESTIVAL SET TO IGNITE COFFEE ENTHUSIASTS AND CULTURE LOVERS

The aroma of freshly brewed coffee will fill the air as the 10-day Kona Coffee Cultural Festival kicks off in the heart of Hawaii's Kona region. From Friday, November 3 to Sunday, November 12, coffee enthusiasts, cultural aficionados, community and visitors alike will gather to celebrate the rich heritage of Kona coffee and indulge in a sensory journey through the world of coffee.

Everyone's invited to share in the harvest celebration. For 10 days, the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival promises to be an unforgettable experience for coffee connoisseurs, the community, visitors, and families. Come join us in celebrating the legacy of Kona coffee, where every cup tells a story.

Experience the vibrant Hawaiian culture through traditional dances, music performances, and art exhibitions. Engage with local artists and craftsmen showcasing their talent inspired by the Kona coffee legacy.

Marvel at the creativity of artists who transform coffee beans into stunning works of art. Witness live demonstrations and explore the intricate world of coffee-inspired artistry.

See you at the 52nd Kona Coffee Cultural Festival brewing 11/3 – 11/12.

A Sampling of Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Events (a complete schedule is available at KonaCoffeeFest.com)

Friday, Nov. 3 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Lantern Parade Lights Up the Night

As the sun sets over Historic Kailua Village, the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Lantern Parade lights the way along Alii Drive with its glowing procession of light, music and color.

Saturday, Nov. 4 Holualoa Village Coffee & Art Stroll

Stroll through the quaint art district, visit galleries and choose from over 30 Kona coffee farms offering tastings and coffee for purchase.

All week Kona Coffee Farm Tours

Embark on guided tours to local coffee farms, where you can witness the coffee-making process from bean to cup. Meet passionate farmers, learn about sustainable practices, and savor freshly brewed coffee straight from the source.

Saturday, Nov. 11 The Grand Finale….A Taste of Kona

An evening of culinary delights featuring local Island Chefs, a fabulous silent auction with live music ad dancing under the stars. This year, Grammy nominated artist LT Smooth & his band perform. Purchase tickets at www.konacoffeefest.com

Saturday, Nov. 11 Ho‘olaule‘a

Artisans, cultural practitioners, Hawaiian musicians, Kona coffee farmers and crafters all gather to share many of Kona’s ethnic traditions during the day-long Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Ho‘olaule‘a.

Sunday, Nov. 12 KTA Super Stores Kona Coffee Recipe Contest

The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is not just about sipping the best coffee in the world, it's about the food too! The KTA Super Stores Kona Coffee Recipe Contest where signature dishes feature – you guessed it – Kona’s world famous coffee. Also happening on Sunday, the Big Island Showcase featuring locally made products and a variety of mixed media art. This year in conjunction with the KTA Kona Coffee Recipe Contest is the Kona Coffee Expo. The symposium will present a variety of live Kona coffee demonstrations and lectures on the coffee industry.

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Purchase a $5 Festival admission button and enjoy ten days of fun family events and get special rates for ticketed events. Festival admission buttons are available for purchase at many retail and farm locations throughout the Kona area.

For more information, please visit www.konacoffeefest.com. Be sure to follow the Festival on social media @konacoffeefest

The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is made possible through the support of Hawaii Tourism Authority through the Community Enrichment Program and the generous sponsorship of UCC Ueshima Coffee Co., Ltd., Kamehameha Schools, Alaska Airlines, Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union, King Kamehameha Kona Beach Resort and numerous other corporate and community donors.

About Kona Coffee Cultural Festival

The award-winning Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is recognized as the oldest and one of the most successful food festivals in Hawaii. The 2023 Festival starts brewing November 3 through 12 with ten days of events promoting Hawaii’s unique culture and diversity and supporting the Festival’s mission to preserve, perpetuate and promote Kona’s unique coffee heritage.

Festival Accolades

Lonely Planet's Global Coffee Tour book listed the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival as a “world's best coffee experience.”

National Geographic recently wrote that the “Festival is a Best Fall Festival in the United States” with the National Geographic Traveler listing the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival as a “Best Food Festival in Every U.S. State.”

Country Living Magazine included this year’s Festival as one of the “Best Fall Festivals and Fairs Across the United States” and earlier as a “Best Fall Festival to Celebrate the Season”

AARP’s “7 Fun Fall Festivals Across the U.S.”

Expedia Viewfinder’s “Essential Fall Experiences across America.”

The International Festivals & Events Association awarded the Festival with IFEA Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards for outstanding accomplishments and top quality creative, promotional materials including Best Event Program, Best Ad Series, and Best Promotional Poster.

The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival has won numerous local awards including the Media Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Award’s Agriculture Tourism Destination Award and the Hawaii Visitors Bureau’s Kahili Award.

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