The Honolulu Festival is Hawaii's premier cultural event, promoting understanding, economic cooperation and ethnic harmony between the people of Hawaii and the Pacific Rim region. Click here to learn more about 2023 events: https://www.honolulufestival.com/en/event/

"Made in Hawaii” is not just the name of our event, but represents our island values, integrity, and that special added ingredient of “aloha” that our merchants infuse into their products to make them unique, innovative, and truly of Hawaii. Visit Made In Hawaiʻi for more information.

“Hawaii’s Oldest Food Festival Celebrates the Culture Behind Kona’s World Famous Cup of Coffee! Throughout the 10-day Festival, celebrate the harvest as Kona coffee farms offer a firsthand look at growing this world-famous crop, the coffee art scene fills with inspiration, and music and dance enrich cultural exchanges. Kona coffee and food events offer tastings, and hands-on cultural events help tell the story of Kona’s rich coffee history.”

Visit the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival website for more info: https://konacoffeefest.com/

“Kuilima means "holding hands with the land." Kuilima Farm consists of 468 acres of agricultural land on Turtle Bay Resort's "ma uka" (toward the mountains) side of its property on O'ahu's North Shore and includes 34 community garden plots. Turtle Bay Resort, along with Pono Pacific, lead the mission of Kuilima Farm, which is to aid farmers and gardeners in bringing fresh, natural food, agriculture business incubation, food security, and agricultural and cultural education opportunities to local residents and guests.”

Join the Kuilima Farm at the Turtle Bay resort for their Fall Festival. The event will a pumpkin patch, tractor rides, farm tours, food & craft vendors, fall photo op areas, community performances, live entertainment, educational booths, and face painting. The event will be held on 10/22 & 10/23, and 10/29 & 10/30 from 10am-5pm. There is an entry fee, however if you attend in costume on 10/29 there is a free admission. To learn more and purchase your tickets visit:

Click here to see full list of events and purchase tickets: https://hawaiifoodandwinefestival.com/schedule/

The Poipu Beach Foundation (PBF) and Southwest Airlines will host the 5th Annual Poipu Food & Wine Festival, from October 19th through October 22nd. The two-day event will celebrate Kauai’s diverse culinary resources and talents, while supporting the Culinary Arts Program at Kauai Community College (KCC). Culinary Market +KCC Demo: Discover the freshest island ingredients at the weekly Kauai Culinary Market hosted by the Shops at Kukui`ula in partnership with the Kauai County Farm Bureau,

October 19th from 3:30 to 6:00pm in the traditional pau hana (after work) style. As local musicians serenade, shop the open-air market exploring locally grown fruits, vegetables and coffee, along with spices, jams and other culinary delights. At 5:00pm, make your way to the Palm Court for a special culinary demonstration by the students of the Kauai Community College Culinary Arts Program. Students will utilize fresh, local ingredients and offer small plates for purchase. Proceeds to benefit the KCC Culinary Arts School. Event is free with beer and wine and small plates for purchase. Poipu Paina: An exquisite epicurean event highlighting the students of the Kauai Community College Culinary Arts Program and featuring some of Hawaii’s finest chefs and perfectly paired wine, live music and a silent auction. A portion of the proceeds from the Gala help with the continued development of KCC’s Culinary Arts Program by providing financial assistance for students in need. The Program trains approximately 60 students a year and many of the graduates go on to find jobs in the local culinary industry. The Poipu Pa`ina is hosted by the Poipu Beach Foundation and Southwest Airlines and in partnership with Hawaii Tourism Authority.

For more information visit https://www.poipufoodandwinefestival.com/

Back by popular demand, Big Island Pulse presents Holoholoween 2022, to be held this year at Hawaii Green Earth Farm in beautiful Pa’auilo. This year’s event will build upon the popularity of last year and include healthy and fun activities for the whole ‘ohana. With a REAL pumpkin patch where you select your very own, locally grown pumpkin for purchase from a 1/4 acre patch! Farm animal feeding, music, vendors, fun crafts and a Cane grass maze! Also returning this year will be food and beverage vendors, including those amazing caramel apple hand pies, delicious sugar cookie decorating kits, gourmet popcorn, cupcakes, beverages, and more! To learn more information, details about the event and to purchase admission tickets for your ʻohana visit:

Their 20th annual Pumpkin Fest will be held on the last three weekends of October starting on October 15th and running through October 30th. The event will include Food and Craft vendors, free hayrides, keiki activities, and a farmers market. Take your ʻohana to spend the day at Aloun Farms to harvest pumpkin, string beans, and sunflowers! For more details and information please visit their website:

Join us for the 6th Kauaʻi Chocolate & Coffee festival as highlight the Hawaiʻi agricultural industries of cacao and coffe showcasing the many products and talents of our local farmers, chefs, roasters, chocolatiers, baristas, and manufacturers. October 14 & 15, 2022 0 Historic Hanaepe Town Come Celebrate all thinfs Cacao & Coffee! Chocolate & Coffee tasting Live entertainment Workshops & Demonstrations Farm Tours Keiki Activities Chocolate & Coffee pampering station Specialty crafeters, vendors, and eateries Much, much more!!

Oct 14, 2022: 5-9pm
Oct 15, 2022: 10am-4pm
Click here for more info: https://www.kauaichocolateandcoffeefestival.com/

Sunflowers are in bloom in Kapolei at the Aloun Farms. They will be doing a limited time special for photoshoots in their sunflower fields, on October 13th and 14th. The photoshoot will be up to 30 minutes and up to 6 people and receive. For more information and to reserve your photo session with them, visit their website:

Mariʻs Gardens is a family owned and operated farm that is located in Mililani, Oʻahu. Their mission is to promote sustainable living, urban farming, and buying local, with a dedication to aquaponic and hydroponic growing techniques to produce high quality vegetables, fruits, and fish for our community. In addition to a variety of ornamental plants for indoor and outdoor, they offer farm tours, farm-to-table dinners, workshop & private events, and more. 

This fall their annual mini-pumpkin patch will be open in Mililani, Monday through Saturdays from 9am to 4pm. If you are interested in further supporting locals, they will have mini-pumpkin planters, and other items, plants, produce, and workshops available To learn more visit their website:

Located in the beautiful Koʻolaupoko district is the Waimānalo Country Farm. Formerly known as Golden Melon Farm, was founded in 1948. The Waimānalo Country Farms is a 6th generation family operated farm on 52 acres. The pumpkin patch itself begin in 2010 along with the first batch of sunflower seeds. Their farm is well-known for their sunflowers, corn, and pumpkin patch and both their farm and ʻohana continues to grow. The pumpkin patch will be available during the weeks from Tuesday through Sunday (closed on Mondays) through October to November 20th. For more details and information regarding time, admission, and parking, please visit

On the slopes of Haleakalā in Kula, Maui is the Kula Country Farms. A fourth generation family owned farm, that puts family first and farms with love. They are known for their strawberries, local produce through their on-site farmstand, fall pumpkin patch, strawberry U-pick, and many other farm related events. From October 1st through the 31st, they will be hosting their annual pumpkin patch every day from 9am to 4pm. In addition to their pumpkins, they will have drinks, snacks, and food available for purchase. Additionally, theyʻll have decorative gourds, sunflowers, and carving tools available for your ʻohana. For more details and information visit:

Sept 27, 2022: 8am - 7:30pm
Sept 28, 2022: 8am - 4:45pm

Click here to register: https://www.hiagconference.org/

AG2022: Collaborative Leaders as Ag-ents of Change The Agricultural Leadership Foundation of Hawai‘i will host the next statewide all-agriculture conference on September 27-28, 2022. Conference planning is focused on delivering a safe, in-person event at the Hawai‘i Convention Center in Honolulu.

Today more than ever, the agriculture sector and its affiliated industries must provide collaborative leadership to proactively address a changing environment. Be it the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, the local economy, or cultural and social drivers - times are constantly evolving, and there is a critical need to have a solid understanding of the big picture and to engage with others to identify, support and leverage opportunities to adapt in ways that benefit individual businesses, the collective agricultural community, and consumers of Hawai‘i.

Hawai‘i’s agricultural sector presently reflects a highly diverse range of crops, production methodologies, business models, and markets - meeting a variety of opportunities, needs and demands. These businesses and supportive affiliates are all striving for that ‘sweet spot’ in which agriculture is proudly supported by our communities; there is a vibrant workforce made up of inspired entrepreneurs and workers who have passion for products produced and equity in business outcomes; and agricultural businesses and support systems are economically viable and vibrant.

Join the AG2022 Conference to explore, learn and network with Hawa‘i’s agricultural leaders and affiliates.