Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Celebrates Three Decades of Legacy on Hawaii’s Big Island

2026 ushers in the 30th anniversary of Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, the premier Hawaii Island resort nestled along the Kona-Kohala coastline. Hualalai has cemented itself as a hospitality landmark for Hawaii, earning acclaim including Forbes Five-Star rating, US News & World Report #1 Resort in the US, and most recently, Conde Nast Traveler’s Triple Crown, among others. To celebrate three decades, the Resort will host a curated week of programming September 25 through October 2, 2026, ranging from grand culinary showcases and award-winning artist performances to daily complimentary activities, specialty tournaments, and celebratory surprise and delights. 

“The true heart of Four Seasons Resort Hualalai has always been our people — the guests and residents who feel at home at Hualalai and our team who are the heartbeat of the Resort,” says Charlie Parker, Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. “To mark this monumental anniversary, and three decades of our Hualalai ohana, we look forward to creating an unforgettable experience for all to celebrate alongside us.” 

The week will kick-off with a momentous Taste of Hualalai welcome event on Friday, September 25, featuring a curated line-up of chefs and mixologists. This impressive roster will be joined by Hualalai’s expert on-site culinary team on the Sunset Lawn for an unforgettable celebration of Hawaiian cuisine. The evening will be complemented by performances from Kona’s own Kimié Miner, a Grammy Award nominated singer-songwriter, and the award-winning Halau Ke Kai O Kahiki led by Kumu Hula La’akea Perry. 

• Chef Bao Tran, James Beard Award semi-finalist and chef/owner of Honolulu’s Giovedi
• Chef Brian Hirata, 2x James Beard Award semi-finalist and chef/creator of the cult-favorite pop-up series Na’au Hilo
• Chef Anthony Rush, co-founder of the acclaimed Honolulu restaurants Senia and Podmore
• Chef Chris Cosentino, Top Chef Masters champion and James Beard Award nominee 
• Chef Sam Choy, celebrated local chef and “the Godfather of Poke”  
• Chef Tyler Florence, founder of Miller & Lux, bestselling cookbook author and renowned Food Network personality
• Kevin Diedrich, award-winning bartender and founder of the renowned Pacific Cocktail Haven in San Francisco
• Darioush Winery will present a selection of its distinguished Napa Valley wines

On Saturday, September 26, guests are invited to indulge in a celebration of the Resort’s culinary depth at the Hualalai Legacy Dinner. Hualalai’s culinary team will be joined by the executive chefs from Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina and Four Seasons Resort Lanai for a multi-course seated dinner at 'ULU, the Resort’s signature restaurant featuring oceanfront dining and front row views to the Hawaiian sunset. This dinner offers guests a rare opportunity to experience the collective talents of acclaimed culinary teams at Four Seasons from across the Hawaiʻi collection. Far Niente Wine Estates will showcase an exceptional selection of Napa Valley wines throughout the dining experience, bringing its renowned legacy of craftsmanship and excellence to each pairing.

The anniversary celebrations continue throughout the week with a series of dining events, cultural experiences, wellness activations, golf programming, family activities, and exclusive commemorative offerings. All experiences are complimentary unless noted otherwise. 

Friday, September 25 - Friday, October 2 (daily):

• 30th Anniversary Pool Amenities | Seashell Pool, Palm Grove Pool, and King's Pond

• Signature Pearl Spa Treatment | Hualalai Spa (USD 260 for the 50-minute treatment, USD 415 for the 80-minute treatment)

• Commemorative Golf Gift | Hualalai Golf Course (players only) 

• Interactive Mosaic Mural | KFAS 

• Limited-Edition Tote | Hualalai Trading Company (USD 100)  

• Oyster & Pearl Tasting with Sparkling Wine at ULU | 5:00 - 5:30 pm (available Monday September 28 – Friday, October 2)

Friday, September 25

• Outrigger Paddle | Alaka’i Nalu, 7:00 - 11:00 a.m. (30-minute paddle, on the hour)

• Lei Making | Cultural Center, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

• NERD Educational Talk | Alaka‘i Nalu, 10:30 a.m.

• Taste of Hualālai | Beach Tree Restaurant and Lawn, 5:30 – 8:30 pm (USD 325 per person)

Saturday, September 26

• HIIT Circuit Training with Wellness Master in Residence Aaron Hines | Hualalai Fitness Center 8:00 – 8:45 am

• Moʻolelo no Kaʻūpūlehu: History of Kaʻūpūlehu | Cultural Center, 9:00 - 10:00 am 

• Cocktail Class featuring Kevin Diedrich from Pacific Cocktail Haven | ULU Restaurant, 1:30 - 2:30 pm  (USD 150)

• Longest Drive and Hole-in-One Golf Competitions | Hualalai Golf Course

• Kids Throwback Movie Night: Matilda | KFAS 

• Hualālai Legacy Dinner | ULU Restaurant, 5:45 pm (USD 395 per person, USD 95 per person optional wine pairing)

Sunday, September 27

• HIIT Circuit Training with Wellness Master in Residence Aaron Hines | Hualalai Fitness Center 8:00 – 8:45 am

• Tennis Clinic with smoothies and juices | Hualalai Tennis Club, 9:00 - 10:30 am

• Fish Feeding & Keiki Marine Education | Kumu Kai Marine Center, 1:00 - 1:30 pm 

Monday, September 28

• HIIT Circuit Training with Wellness Master in Residence Aaron Hines | Hualalai Fitness Center 8:00 – 8:45 am

• Tidepool Tour | Kumu Kai Marine Center, 10:00 am

Tuesday, September 29

• HIIT Circuit Training with Wellness Master in Residence Aaron Hines | Hualalai Fitness Center 8:00 – 8:45 am

Thursday, October 1

• Pickleball Tournament | Hualalai Tennis Club, 3:00 - 5:30 pm

All prices listed above exclude taxes, fees, and gratuity. Taste of Hualalai and Hualalai Legacy Dinner are available to Resort guests, members and the community. All other experiences are open to guests and members only. For more information, or to make a reservation, please visit the website or call 808 325 8000.