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Hilo, Hawaii · Every March to May
Merrie Monarch Festival
The world championship of hula, held in a rainy Big Island town the week after Easter.
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What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Hilo or Kailua-Kona for March 22 to May 2, 2027, round trips of 4 to 7 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- Hilo hotels sell out a year ahead for this week; consider staying in Volcano or along the Hamakua Coast.
- The competition streams live on local television, and cafes and lobbies fill with people watching.
- Hilo airport is ten minutes from the festival venues; Kona is a two-hour drive across the island.
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