Talk Story with an Advertiser: Keauhou Shopping Center
Keauhou Shopping Center, “Kona’s Legendary Gathering Place,” has a great selection of merchants and incredible community events that draws both vistors and residents. It is the centerpiece of Keauhou Resort, a modern getaway surrounded by rich Hawaiian history. Once the birthplace and playground of kings, the convenient location along Ali‘i Drive offers an incredible shopping experience, and the chance to learn about the heritage of the Kona coast through special entertainment and educational programs. The Keauhou Kahalu‘u Heritage Center is part of the shopping center. Plan a visit (admission is complimentary) and learn why Keauhou has a significant place in Hawaiian history. Keauhou Shopping Center offers a great mix of shops, restaurants, professional services, and a state-of-the-art multi-plex theatre.
General Manager Colene DeMello says, “We are able to ensure events are truly ‘legendary’ by treating each event as an opportunity to provide an authentic and credible learning opportunity about how special this place is.”
Owned by Kamehameha Schools, and managed by Washington Prime Group, the center provides services, shopping, and fun for everyone in one location. And there’s plenty of free parking! The shopping center is also a stop for the Kona Trolley, making it convenient for those without transportation.
Colene joined the property one year ago, and has initiated many exciting activities for the center, such as a monthly KidX event for keiki. KidX Club supports the growing hearts and minds of children ages 4–11 by offering programs that foster their development through thoughtful, relevant, and fun activities and events. Other activities include a hula show every Friday from 6pm–7pm, and signature events such as May Day and Kamehameha Day. The center also collaborates with the Keauhou Farmers’ Market farmers every Saturday from 8am–12pm. All these events are free.
Colene’s vision for Keauhou Shopping Center is that it continues to be the one stop for everyone’s needs in the Kona community. “Ever since I started in property management, I have loved watching a thriving gathering place, such as our center, with retail, eateries, and many services. It truly is about providing a sense of place and community.”
Keauhou Shopping Center is a big participant and sponsor of the Get Ready Hawai‘i Back-To-School supply drive.
Colene says, “Come and visit us! Stop in and say aloha! We have many wonderful merchants offering great things!”
Keauhou Shopping Center
78-6831 Ali‘i Drive, Kailua-Kona
808.322.3000
Keauhoushoppingcenter.com
