A Community Celebration
From its inception in 1996, The Kona Brewers Festival has embraced an ethos that is respectful of the Hawaiian cultural values, sustainable environmental practices, community-based programs and positive experiences for residents and visitors alike. Learn More.
This Year’s Featured Entertainment
We’re taking this year's Brewers Festival to a whole new level!!
Alongside the extraordinary musical talent of Ron Artis II, we’re thrilled to welcome the high-energy, well-known Comedian, Tumua Tuinei , and DJ Hapa Boy to the stage.
The action will include a high-flying activation you won’t forget with drones overhead, cans
dangling mid-air, contestants balancing on a surfboard, and prizes for every successful grab. One
lucky winner will take home a one-of-a-kind custom Kona Brewing Hawai‘i x Aloha de Mele
mini longboard shaped by Kazuma Surfboards on Maui.
As the energy builds, the spotlight shifts to one of the festival’s most iconic traditions, the
Trash Fashion Show. Equal parts creativity, sustainability, and spectacle, this crowd-favorite
showcase transforms reclaimed materials into bold, runway-ready works of art. It’s a celebration
of ingenuity and environmental stewardship, reminding us that beauty can be found in the
unexpected.
Then, as the event peaks, the stage belongs to Ron Artis II. Hailing from HaleÊ»iwa, Hawai‘i, Ron
is an award-winning artist known for his soulful, honest songwriting and commanding stage
presence. A master guitarist with an unmistakable touch, he blends deep musicality with heartfelt
storytelling. Touring internationally with entirely original music, Ron brings truth, compassion,
and connection to every performance.
“An amazing voice.” — Jack Johnson
“Ron Artis II brings the Truth.” — Pique Magazine
From laughing and dancing… to soulful melodies and delicious bites and brews.
This is why you won’t want to miss this year’s Kona Brewers Fest!
Tickets are on sale now... grab yours before they sell out.
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Join Us In Kona!
The Kona Brewers Festival is a truly heartfelt event in Hawaii. Held each year on the second Saturday of March, craft breweries and island chefs showcase locally created tastes and products that are unique to Hawai’i. We believe that festivals and public celebrations increase the bonds of a society and helps us realize our common purpose in support of a thriving community. It’s often been said that the Kona Brewers Festival feels more like a family reunion than a fundraiser. Come join us!
Be The Change You Want
To See In The World
Organizers of the Kona Brewers Festival continually improve and nurture relationships with multiple elements of our community: business and philanthropic ~ keiki and kupuna. Many of our Planning Team and Board Members serve in multiple capacities in service to the community. We strive to support each other’s initiatives and create networking opportunities for mutual growth.
We believe that creating a fun and relaxed environment for leaders of both non-profit organizations and for-profit businesses to socialize increases awareness and mutual alliance. Our intention is that this friendly networking opportunity extends to other projects throughout the year and strengthens Hawai’i. Donation Form.
People Making A Difference
One of the exceptional features of the Kona Brewers Festival is that charitable organizations apply to be a Beneficiary of the proceeds from the event. After a thorough review process, 15-20 non-profits are chosen to receive funds. In exchange, they provide the volunteers to serve the libations, sell Festival merchandise, monitor the zero waste stream and everything else needed to create a fun and safe event. This beloved community fundraiser brings awareness to the essential services our Beneficiaries provide throughout the year. The Kona Brewers Festival is a celebration of collaboration and mutual respect. Mahalo nui loa for helping the Rotary Club of Kona Community Foundation create a hopeful and healthy future. Beneficiaries.
