MEDIA RELEASE

Historic Kailua Village’s monthly monthly Kokua Kailua is coming up Sunday, March 18. Busy Alii Drive is transformed into a pedestrian-only walkway 1-6 p.m.

Kokua Kailua presents kamaaina and visitors a unique opportunity to leisurely stroll along Alii Drive’s oceanfront sea wall and visit the array of shops and restaurants in Historic Kailua Village.

During Kokua Kailua, there is the addition of dozens of vendors lining Alii Drive with tempting island-made wares and more.

Hulihee Palace presents free entertainment on the lawn beginning at 4 p.m.

The next Kokua Kailua is scheduled for Sunday, April 15.

Kokua Kailua Village Stroll is sponsored by the Kailua Village Business Improvement District, the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce, Destination Kona Coast, Kailua Village Merchants Association, Hulihee Palace, West Hawaii Today and Pacific Radio Group.

The program is designed to rally support for merchants and restaurants and to remind residents to shop, dine and buy local.