“Blooms of Hawaii – 33rd Annual Blossoms Art Show” January 3 – March 1, 2026 Open House, Saturday, January 3, 2026, 3 - 5pm This captivating exhibition brings together the exquisite floral artistry of Big Island creators. https://youtu.be/lwxzBR9oiMU
Calling All Youth Artists from grades 6-12 who reside in the North and South Kohala and Hāmākua Districts to submit art to the 42nd Annual Nā`Ōpio Youth Art Show A virtual experience throughout the month of March 2026 In Celebration of National YOUTH ART MONTH Submission Deadline Friday February 27, 2026 at midnight. Virtual Show will be published online in March 2026. Contact information: wendi.roehrig@gmail.com Sponsored by Waimea Arts Council in Kamuela, Hawai`i waimeaartscouncil.org
Call for Art: Making Visual Poetry Artists explore the relationship between image and word in this creative members’ exhibition. Each participant selects or writes a poetic verse, then creates an original artwork inspired by that line of poetry. Submissions limited to WAC members only Artwork Submission Deadline: March 1, 2026. Delivered to the Firehouse Gallery. Show installation: March 2, 2026 Reception and Open House: March 7, 3-5pm Show closes March 29 www. waimeaartscouncil.org | www.firehouseartgallery.org
33rd Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival - Saturday, February 7, 2026 Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival! As we celebrate the beauty and cultural significance of cherry blossoms, this page serves as your guide to the festival’s array of events and activities. Souvenir Program: (Download a full PDF version with map here) for a comprehensive overview of the festival, including features on Waimea’s cherry blossom history, the many community organizations and businesses contributing to festivities, cultural insights, and highlights of this year’s event. www.waimeaartscouncil.org/cherryblossom/
An exhibit of oil paintings by Norma Watt - March 2026 Artist Statement: I have lived in the Islands since the 60’s and I want my paintings to recapture some of the past and preserve scenes of the present. The Firehouse Gallery is located at the intersection of highways 190 and 19 and is open from Thursday – Sunday 11-3 and whenever flags are flying. For more information, call 808-887-1052.
Experience how Hawai’i island artists explore the relationship between image and word in Waimea Arts Council members' exhibit: Making Visual Poetry. The Firehouse Gallery is located at the intersection of highways 190 and 19 and is regularly open from Thursday – Sunday 11-3 and whenever flags are flying. For more information, call 808-887-1052.
Come create your own origami shadow box! The Waimea Arts Council and Thelma Parker Memorial Library are sponsoring a community art class "Origami Shadow Boxes" on March 7, 2026 from 10-noon. Artist Lorrie Taylor will show beginning artists 6+ how to fold their own origami shadow box and add small treasures. Students are encouraged to find treasures on a nature walk or bring small treasures from home to display in their box. Origami box materials provided by the Waimea Arts Council. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Class is held at the Thelma Parker Memorial Library, 67-1209 Mamalahoa Hwy. The class is free, but space is limited. Please register by calling 808-887-6067.
Come meet artists at the opening reception for Making Visual Poetry on Saturday, December 7 from 3-5 pm, with light pupus and punch. Experience how Hawai'i island artists explore the relationship between image and word in this members' exhibit. The Firehouse Gallery is located at the intersection of highways 190 and 19. Call 808-887-1052 for more information.
Come enjoy light refreshments and meet artist Norma Watt at the opening of her mini-show 'Realism in Oils' on Saturday March 7 from 3-5 pm.
Create a bird and habitat at the April First Saturday Art Class. In partnership with the Waimea Arts Council, Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library presents Build-A-Bird! with artist Lorrie Taylor on April 4 from 10 am to noon in the library. In this class, beginning artists 6+ will create their own bird and habitat using a selection of supplies, some bird knowledge, and their creativity. All materials provided by the Waimea Arts Council. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. This class is presented as part of the library’s Flight Path grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. The Flight Path campaign is focused on how communities can observe and protect local and migratory birds, especially during peak migration periods. Class size is limited and advance registration at the library for each class is required. To register, or for more info, call 808-887-6067.
67-1201 Mamalahoa Highway
Kamuela HI 96743
808-887-1052
waimeaartscouncil@gmail.com