Free Tuesday Programs
The Friends of the Palace Theater is proud to offer these free programs to the community
HILO THEN AND NOW
Tuesdays, August 4 & Sept 1
11:00am – 2:00pm
Film program exploring the arts and culture of downtown Hilo through the lens of the historic Palace theater’s legacy. Featuring Once Upon a Palace, Hawai’i Tourism Board’s archival Big Island promo film, Na Leo TV’s Palace Centennial spotlight documentary, & “Twisted Braid“, a short doc produced by Temple Children highlight Hilo’s contemporary art community.
HILO HULA TUESDAYS
Tuesdays, August 11 & September 8
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Hilo Hula Tuesday is a free live cultural program brought to you by Destination Hilo, with the kūpuna of Haunani’s Aloha Expression. Stop by the historic Palace Theater for live music, hula and lei making.
HISTORIC FILMS OF OLD HAWAI’I
Tuesday, August 18
11:00am – 2:00pm
Take a step back in time and enjoy a curated collection of short films showcasing Hawai’i Island in the 1930s-40s, including a trip on the scenic railroad!
LAVA DOCS
Tuesday, August 25
11:00am – 2:00pm
Oh my magma! This film program features footage from Hawai’i’s volcanos over the past 50 years.
NO TICKET REQUIRED
LOBBY LOUNGE
Tuesdays, August 4, 11, 18, 25 | 11am-4pm
Hang out in the lobby during our free film programs – A variety of puzzles provided! Table top games of all kinds welcome. Complete a puzzle within the day & receive a free movie pass (solo or in a group)!