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Hawai‘i Island Festival of Birds
Honoring native birds and biodiversity
October 24, 2026 | Hilo, HI
Mark your calendars
BirdFest 2026 will be on Saturday October 24, 2026 at the Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo. This year’s keychain features the ‘alae keʻokeʻo.
UPDATES:
The 2026 event page is up with full info and schedule!
Click here to purchase your presale tickets.
Interested in visiting with a school group? Check out our School Group Program.
Hotel Accomodations
The Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo, the official exclusive hotel partner of the Hawaiʻi Island Festival of Birds, is a wonderful place to stay the weekend. Secure your room by emailing reservations directly at ITOHN_Res@hilton.com or calling 808-932-4550. Be sure to mention that you’re coming for the festival!
More information coming soon.
If you’re curious about previous events, past festival pages have been preserved for reference. Find a full list above in the Past Events and Resources menu.
