Craft Fairs & Artisan Markets in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Kailua-Kona is the Kona Coast's hub for artisan markets on Hawaii's Big Island. The Kokua Kailua Village Stroll brings 100+ vendor booths of local artisans and crafters to historic Kailua Village one Sunday each month. Craft fairs in Kailua-Kona serve both the resort area's visitor population and local residents, with a focus on island-made goods that reflects the Big Island's independent maker community.

Kailua-Kona's Craft Fair Scene

The Ho'oulu Community Farmers & Artisans Market has been held at the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa in nearby Keauhou, but its current schedule isn't published online, so check before visiting. Nearby, the Hawaii Farm Bureau's Keauhou Farmers' Market runs Saturdays from 8am to noon at Keauhou Shopping Center.

The Kokua Kailua Village Stroll is a monthly art stroll through historic Kailua Village. Alii Drive closes to vehicle traffic from 1pm to 6pm on one Sunday each month as 100+ vendor booths of artisans and crafters, food vendors, and local shops create a walkable afternoon event. The format is different from a traditional craft fair — it's more of a community gathering that happens to include art and craft shopping, with live music and restaurant participation.

The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival, held annually in November (November 6–15, 2026), includes a Made in Hawai'i Artisan Market at Hale Halawai County Pavilion (November 6, 2026) alongside coffee tastings, farm tours, and cultural events. The artisan market component draws vendors selling handmade goods tied to the Big Island's coffee culture and broader maker community.

Periodic vendor events round out the Kailua-Kona calendar. Resort-area markets at Waikoloa (25 miles north) and smaller community events in Captain Cook and Kealakekua (12 miles south) extend the craft shopping options along the Kona Coast.

Best Times to Visit Kailua-Kona for Craft Fairs

Kailua-Kona's markets run year-round. The Kokua Kailua Village Stroll runs one Sunday each month, and the Keauhou Farmers' Market runs Saturdays. November brings the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival with its artisan market component.

Holiday season (November-December) adds gift-focused markets and pop-up events. The Kona Coast's tropical climate ensures outdoor markets operate without seasonal interruption.

Nearby Cities for Craft Fairs

• Hilo — ~80 miles east via Saddle Road; Hilo Farmers Market (150+ vendors on big days); Merrie Monarch Craft Fair; Maku'u Farmers Market in Pahoa
• Honolulu, Oahu — inter-island flight ~40 min; Made in Hawaii Festival (August); Aloha Stadium Swap Meet (400+ vendors)
• Lahaina, Maui — inter-island flight ~30 min; Maui Gift & Craft Fair (weekly Sunday market)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best craft fairs in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii?

The Kokua Kailua Village Stroll, a monthly Sunday street event with 100+ vendor booths, is the top recurring event. The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival (November) includes a Made in Hawaii Artisan Market. Resort-area markets at Waikoloa offer additional options.

When do craft fairs happen in Kailua-Kona?

Year-round. The Kokua Kailua Village Stroll runs one Sunday each month. November brings the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival artisan market. Holiday markets appear from November through December. The tropical climate supports outdoor events in every season.

What makes Kailua-Kona's craft markets different?

The Kokua Kailua Village Stroll showcases local artisans and crafters in more than 100 vendor booths, and its street-closure format creates a community atmosphere rather than a conventional vendor-row setup.

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