“Kona Coffee – Aroma of Aloha” – Nov. 6-15, 2009

* Events subject to change. With the exception of just a few event admission charges, the Festival button is your ticket to all events.

Prelude Event

Sunday, Nov. 1

Little Miss Kona Coffee Berry Pageant – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Hotel King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel

Kona’s young lovely ladies competing in the Miss Kona Coffee Outstanding Teen age group become eligible to compete on the state level if named the winner. Age divisions: Little Miss Pea Berry ages 4-6; Little Miss Coffee Berry ages 7-9; Young Miss Kona Coffee ages 10-12 and Miss Outstanding Teen ages 13-17. For inquiries contact 936-6111 or 960-3094.

Kona Coffee Aloha Makahiki Concert – 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Makaeo County Pavilion

Hula legend Poni Kamauu joins Mika Keale Goto and her halau from Japan. Following the Hula performance. Special Hawaiian music performed by Martin Pahinui, Aaron Mahi, Kekoa Kaluhiwa and Stephen Akana.

Friday, Nov. 6

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button. 322-9977.

New Waves at NELHA – 10 a.m. – Hawaii Gateway Energy Center

Concluding three educational aquaculture tours, culinary students prepare a Hawaiian gourmet feast. Ticket $100 per person includes tours, gourmet luncheon and entertainment. For reservations and details: 329-8073

International Lantern Parade  – 6:30 p.m.  – Alii Drive, Kailua Pier to Hale Halawai

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, Nov. 7

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button. 322-9977.

Holualoa Village Coffee Tasting & Art Stroll – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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.

Children’s Kona Coffee Quilting Class – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Quilt Passions

Free introductory class for ages 8 to 12 years. Free class includes materials and instruction. Class size limited to 20. Call to reserve space at 808-329-7475.

Ueshima Coffee (UCC Hawaii) Corp. 39th Miss Kona Coffee Scholarship Pageant – 6:30 p.m. No-host cocktails; 7:30 p.m. Pageant – Hapuna Prince Beach Hotel

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, Nov. 8

Ueshima Coffee (UCC Hawaii) Corp. Kona Coffee Picking Contest  – 7:30 a.m. Registration; 8:30 a.m. Competition – Ueshima Coffee Farm

Ever attempted to pick coffee? 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.

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button. 322-9977.

KTA Super Stores Kona Coffee Recipe Contest/Big Island Showcase – 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa Convention Center

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, Nov. 9

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button. 322-9977.

Kona Historical Society Kona Coffee Living History Farm Tour – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Kealakekua

Reservations required 323-2006

Special $10 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.

Tuesday, Nov. 10

Keauhou Resort Kona Coffee Label & Website Display – Keauhou Beach Resort

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button. 322-9977.

Kona Coffee Council Farm & Mill Tour – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Hale Halawai

Reservations required, call 322-6575

Tours visit three working coffee farms throughout the North or South Kona regions. $50 cost includes lunch and transportation.

Kona Coffee Workshops – 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. – University of Hawaii CTAHR Extension Offices

Kona Historical Society Kona Coffee Living History Farm Tour – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Kealakekua

Reservations required 323-2006

Special $10 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.

Wednesday, Nov. 11

Keauhou Resort Kona Coffee Label & Website Display – Keauhou Beach Resort

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button.

Gevalia Kona Coffee Cupping Competition – Preliminary Round – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Keauhou Beach Resort

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 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Keauhou Beach Resort

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.

Kona Coffee Label & Website Competition – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – 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 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Keauhou Beach Resort

Creatively interpret Kona coffee through the art of quilt making.

Kona Historical Society Kona Coffee Living History Farm Tour – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Kealakekua

Reservations required 323-2006

Special $10 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.

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 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  – Makaeo County Pavilion

Kona Coffee Workshops – 10 a.m. –  noon – University of Hawaii CTAHR Extension Offices

Thursday, Nov. 12

Kona Coffee Label & Website Display – Keauhou Beach Resort

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button. 322-9977.

Gevalia Kona Coffee Cupping Competition (Finals) – 9 a.m. –  noon – Keauhou Beach Resort

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 a.m. –  noon – Keauhou Beach Resort

Awards and prizes are given to local artists whose work best represents the Kona coffee lifestyle. People’s Choice award to be announced.

Kona Coffee Label & Website Competition – 9 a.m. to Noon – Keauhou Beach Resort

The best label and website artwork winners will be named at the awards ceremony.

Kona Coffee Quilt Contest & Show – 9 a.m. – noon – Keauhou Beach Resort

Creatively interpret Kona coffee through the art of quilt making.

Kona Historical Society Kona Coffee Living History Farm Tour – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Kealakekua

Reservations required 323-2006

Special $10 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.

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 – 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.  – Makaeo County Pavilion

Kona Coffee Council Dinner & Benefit Auction – 6 p.m. no-host cocktails; 7 p.m. Buffet dinner – Keauhou Beach Resort

Reservations required, call 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. $45 per person.

Friday, Nov. 13

Kona Coffee Label & Website Display – Keauhou Beach Resort

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button. 322-9977.

Kona Coffee Council Farm & Mill Tour – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Hale Halawai

Reservations required, call 322-6575

Tours visit three working coffee farms throughout the North or South Kona regions. $50 cost includes lunch and transportation.

Kona Coffee Workshops – 10 a.m. –  noon – University of Hawaii CTAHR Extension Offices

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 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  – Makaeo County Pavilion

Sugai Kona Coffee Talent Night – 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. – Kona Hongwanji

Karaoke “Kona Style.” Residents and visitors join in the live performances while having a fun time participating in the process. Donations accepted.

Saturday, Nov. 14

Kona Coffee Label & Website Display – Keauhou Beach Resort

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button.

Kamehameha Schools Kona Coffee Grand Parade – 9:30 a.m. – Royal Kona Resort to Makaeo County Pavilion

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.

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 – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Makaeo County Pavilion

Sunday, Nov. 15

Kona Coffee Label & Website Display – Keauhou Beach Resort

Brewalalai- Best of Taste – 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Kealakekua

Special free tastings of the top three Gevalia cupping competition finishers from the past eight years at the 100% Kona Coffee Bar. Limited bags of Kona coffee will be available for purchase. Located in historic Honuaino Square. Must have Festival button.

Kona Bowl Scholarship Bowling Tournament – 9 a.m. – Kona Bowl

An event for the whole family. Format is 9 Pin, No-Tap Singles, 100% handicap. Proceeds benefit Miss Kona Coffee Scholarship Pageant.