Holidays
HolidaysFrom Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, we host unforgettable activities that make your island holiday special. The season sparkles here with festive decorations and twinkling lights across the resort. Bring the whole family and celebrate with us.
Thanksgiving
November 27, 2025
Enjoy Thanksgiving dinners, a Holiday Craft Fair, holiday decorations and festive lighting around the resort.
Christmas Eve
December 24, 2025
Take photos with Island Santa at Kona Pool, listen to carolers at the Main Lobby, attend a church service at the Grand Staircase.
Christmas Day
December 25, 2025
Greet Island Santa as he arrives on his canoe across the lagoon, take photos with the family, then enjoy a festive Christmas Brunch Buffet at Water’s Edge.
Partake in the Christmas Luau at Kamehameha Court with a bountiful dinner buffet of island favorites and classic Christmas treats.
Enjoy special Christmas menus for dinner at Kamuela Provision Company and Nui Italian.
New Year's Eve
December 31, 2025
Join us for a New Year’s Eve luau under the stars at Lagoon Lanai from 6pm to 9pm. Celebrate the final hours before the new year with an exciting fireworks display over the saltwater lagoon at 9pm!
In addition to the great standard menus, enjoy an offering of New Year’s Eve delicacies for dinner at Kamuela Provision Company and Nui Italian.
Holiday Calendar
Holiday CalendarThanksgiving Weekend
Holiday Craft Festival
Celebrate the season, support local, and find something special at the Hilton’s Annual Holiday Craft Festival! Enjoy free parking and free entry while you shop from local artisans and crafters, plus delicious bites from our food truck vendors! A portion of the proceeds go to supporting Hawai‘i Island charities and organizations through Hilton’s charity committee.
Christmas Eve
Celebrate Christmas Eve at Waikoloa Village Hilton with festive traditions and holiday cheer! Enjoy photos with Island Santa at Kona Pool, then gather in the Main Lobby for Christmas carols. End the evening with a non-denominational church service at the Grand Staircase, complete with cookies and juice for guests.
Christmas Day
Welcome Santa as he arrives by canoe at the Grand Staircase for photos, then enjoy a Christmas Luau with holiday delicacies*.
For a more refined dining experience, savor seasonal specialties at Kamuela Provision Company and Nui Italian – reservations are strongly encouraged.
*Reserve at legendsluau.com
December 27th
Join the fun on December 27th at Waikoloa Village Hilton! Dive into a lively Pool Party at Kona Pool featuring a live DJ, drink specials, and a poolside BBQ, the perfect way to keep the holiday vibes going.
New Year's Eve
Ring in the New Year at Waikoloa Village Hilton with unforgettable celebrations! Enjoy a spectacular NYE Luau complete with fireworks*. For an elevated dining experience, savor New Year’s Eve delicacies at Kamuela Provision Company and Nui Italian – reservations are strongly encouraged.
*Reserve at legendsluau.com
Festive Activities
Breakfast Buffet at Water’s Edge with seasonal specialties
Pool party at Kona Pool with live DJ
Holiday specials at Kamuela Provision Company and Nui Italian
Holiday cultural classes: playing holiday tunes on the ukulele
Activities at Kona pool: festive coloring, island scrapbooking, scavenger hunt, hot chocolate and more
Christmas Eve activities include photos with Santa at Kona Pool, Christmas carols in the main lobby, and church service at the grand staircase in the evening
