The County of Hawaiʻi Department of Parks & Recreation announces the upcoming Fourth of July celebrations, which will take place on Thursday, July 4, in Hilo and Kailua-Kona. "We are proud to be able to offer our community fun and safe activities across the island to celebrate the Fourth of July year after year," said Mayor Roth. "These events provide spaces for us to come together ISLAND OF HAWAIʻI - The Hot Rides Expo will return to the Hilo Bayfront, while both sides of the Big Island will see a fireworks exhibition. (BIVN) – The County of Hawaiʻi has announced the details Hawaii County’s Department of Parks and Recreation hosts two events on July 4. “We are proud to continue to provide family-friendly, Fourth of July celebrations in Hilo and Kailua-Kona,” said County of Hawaii Mayor Kimo Alameda in a release. The County of Hawaiʻi Department of Parks & Recreation announces the 2025 Fourth of July celebration in Hilo and Kailua-Kona. “We are proud to continue to provide family-friendly, Fourth of July celebrations in Hilo and Kailua-Kona,” said County of Hawaiʻi Mayor Kimo Alameda. “These celebrations give our community a safe way to celebrate and honor the birth of the Unites States of The Hawaii County has announced its Fourth of July celebrations Kailua-Kona and Hilo. Historic Kailua Village invites the community and visitors to celebrate the Fourth of July in true island See the full Maui 4th of July guide for additional events and details. Hawaii, the Big Island July 4th Both Hilo and Kailua-Kona will be hosting family-friendly fun and spectacular fireworks shows. In Hilo, the day starts with “Hot Rides Expo” car show, live music, keiki (kids’) activities. Hilo Bay Blast Fireworks - July 4, 8 p.m. See a spectacular fireworks show in Hilo Bay accompanied by the Hawaii County Band which will perform at 7 p.m. at the Mooheau Park bandstand. HONOLULU — Hawaii County will sponsor two Fourth of July events on July 4 in Hilo and Kailua-Kona, announced the county’s Department of Parks & Recreation. The celebration is an all-day affair in Hilo kicking off at 7 a.m. with “A Salute to Our Veterans” 5K Run/Walk, “Hot Rides Expo” 10 Celebrate the Fourth of July in Hawaii with parades, fireworks, concerts, and travel tips across Oahu, Maui, Big Island, and Kauai. Plan your day now! Food trucks and children’s activities, including water slides and bounce houses, will be available at the Hilo Bayfront Soccer Fields. At 8 p.m., the “Hilo Bay Blast” fireworks exhibition will begin with professional pyrotechnics set off from a barge moored in Hilo Bay. If you are celebrating July 4th on Hawaii's Big Island, check out our annual list of all the special events and fireworks shows! The Hawaii County has announced its Fourth of July celebrations in Hilo and Kailua-Kona. From 10 a.m. through 3 p.m., the “Hot Rides Expo” — featuring vintage, classic and futuristic vehicles — will be held at the Hilo Bayfront Soccer Fields (mauka). All show vehicles are welcomed to HONOLULU (KHON2) — The 4th of July is lots of fun in Hawaiʻi. From free festivals to fireworks shows over the Pacific Ocean, there’s lots of ways to celebrate. There are dozens of exciting events throughout Hawaiʻi that invite residents and visitors to celebrate the 4th of July. Throughout the Islands, you can From parades and rodeos to spectacular firework shows, here’s how to celebrate July 4th in Hawaiʻi. Listed below are Fourth of July fireworks shows celebrated throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Our list includes the large annual public fireworks displays on Hawai’i Island, Kaua’i, Maui, and O’ahu. We also provide tips for photographing fireworks, which tend to fill the Hawaiian skyline for Independence Day, as well as for New Year’s celebrations. See our Maui guide of July 4th events for more information. Hawaii, Big Island Whether you’re on the Hilo side or the Kona side of Hawaii Island, you’ll find a great fireworks show that’s free and open to the public. Here’s a quick summary of those events: Kailua-Kona hosts their annual 4th of July parade followed by fireworks over DISCOVER BIG ISLAND FESTIVITIES AND TAKE PART IN THE FUN Volcano’s ‘Ohi’a Lehua Run July TBA 2024 – Volcano Village A 5K and Half Marathon race that takes place in Volcano village. Enjoy views of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa as you run through a beautiful ‘ohi’a forest. View Website Annual Fourth of July Events: Turtle Independence Day Celebration This truly special event provides a A Guide to Celebrating Independence Day in Paradise If you’re lucky enough to be on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi this 4th of July, you’re in for a magical, sun-drenched celebration of freedom, family, and fun. With dazzling fireworks over the ocean, festive parades, live music, classic car expos, and plenty of Aloha spirit, Independence Day 2025 promises to be one to remember. At Kohala Independence Day will be a blast this year, with star-spangled, family-friendly events featured all around the Big Island. There’s something for everybody, from keiki to kūpuna, whether testing Meanwhile, the annual Independence Day Parade and Independence Day Extravaganza fireworks exhibition return to downton Kailua-Kona for everyone’s 4th of July evening enjoyment.
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