Coffee, Culture, and Celebration: Fall in Kona
The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival began over five decades ago as a celebration of Hawaii’s world-famous coffee and has since grown into the state’s most anticipated food festival. Now in its 54th year, the festival returns November 7th - 16th, and invites you to honor the rich history, culture, and community behind Kona coffee.
One thing that makes the Kona Coffee Festival so special is that it isn't held in one location, but all over the Big Island. Below, we’ve highlighted a few of our favorites to guide you on where to be, so you can experience this once-a-year festival. To view the full event schedule, visit https://konacoffeefest.com.
10th Annual Kona Coffee & Tea Harvest
Saturday, November 8th, is our 10th Annual Kona Coffee & Tea Harvest from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Kona Coffee & Tea Farm! This special event invites the community to come together for a keiki-friendly, fun, and educational farm experience. See firsthand how our award-winning coffee is grown, meet the people behind each cup, and take part in celebrating the harvest season.
Entry is free with the purchase of a $10 festival button. Get ready to enjoy a day filled with fun and the rich aroma of freshly harvested Kona coffee.
Save your spot and RSVP here!
The Celebration Continues:
Holualoa Coffee & Art Stroll
On Sunday, November 9th, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the heart of Kona coffee country welcomes locals and travelers to celebrate the festival in this historic village.
As you stroll, you’ll find food vendors offering local bites, live music in the air, friendly faces, colorful displays, and goods from local farmers.
Plus, the friendly competition returns, too — the Chef’s Choice and People’s Choice awards invite you to sip, savor, and help crown this year’s best brew.
Kona Coffee Barista Training
Led by seasoned coffee experts, participants will be guided through manual brewing methods, espresso techniques, milk steaming, latte art, and much more!
Whether you’re an experienced barista or an eager beginner ready to refine your skills, this session offers in-depth coffee education and skill-refining techniques. Grab a $10 festival button as your ticket and join us on Monday, November 10th, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m!
As the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival fills the Big Island with excitement, we remember what makes this time of year so special — community, craftsmanship, and our shared love of Kona coffee. From the harvest fields to the barista counter, we invite you to celebrate with us all week long. Here’s to 29 festival years, and counting, of growing, brewing, and sharing the spirit of aloha — one perfect cup at a time.