Supporting Local Culture: How Community Tourism Can Boost Festivals and Events on Big Island Hawaii

Supporting Local Culture: How Community Tourism Can Boost Festivals and Events on Big Island Hawaii

Big Island Hawaii, also known as the Island of Hawaiʻi, is home to a vibrant and diverse cultural scene. From music and art festivals to food and sports events, there is always something happening on this dynamic island.

One way to support local culture on Big Island Hawaii is through community tourism. Community tourism is a form of tourism that focuses on engaging with local communities and supporting their economic, social, and environmental well-being. It provides travelers with an opportunity to learn about local cultures and traditions while also giving back to the communities they visit.

By engaging in community tourism on Big Island Hawaii, travelers can help support local festivals and events. This can include attending events such as the Merrie Monarch Festival in spring (the week following Easter Sunday), which features Hawaiʻi’s premier hula competition ².

In addition to attending these festivals and events, travelers can also support local culture by participating in community tourism activities such as visiting cultural sites, learning about traditional arts and crafts, and engaging with local artists and performers.

The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) supports local festivals and events occurring throughout the state from May to December 2023 ¹. By engaging in community tourism on Big Island Hawaii, travelers can help support the local economy while also learning about the rich history and culture of the island. It provides a more authentic and meaningful travel experience while also benefiting the communities visited.

In conclusion, community tourism can play an important role in supporting local festivals and events on Big Island Hawaii. By engaging with local communities and supporting their economic, social, and environmental well-being, travelers can help boost local culture while also having an unforgettable travel experience. #BigIslandAdventure #CommunityTourism

Source:
(1) Island of Hawaii Annual Events and Festivals | Go Hawaii. https://www.gohawaii.com/islands/hawaii-big-island/events/annual-festivals.
(2) Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Supports Spring Festivals and Events on Hawai …. https://www.hawaiitourismauthority.org/news/news-releases/2023/hawai-i-tourism-authority-supports-spring-festivals-and-events-on-hawai-i-island-kaua-i/.
(3) Island of Hawaii Events Calendar | Go Hawaii. https://www.gohawaii.com/islands/hawaii-big-island/events.