(PRESS RELEASE)
It is with great sadness that we announce that the 27th Annual KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa will not be held as scheduled on Saturday, September 26th due to concerns with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
“It is heartbreaking to postpone the event when we know that music provides much needed relief during stressful times, however the safety and health of our community, artists, fans, staff and event partners are our first priority. We are looking forward to bringing this tremendous community gathering of musicians, merchants and music lovers back when it is safe to do so,” said Chris Leonard, President and General Manager of New West Broadcasting. We are also disappointed because we know this is a valuable showcase for our Hawaiʻi musicians and we know they are struggling now more than ever. We strongly encourage our listeners to continue to support our Hawaiʻi musicians on air and online whenever possible,” Leonard added.
About the KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa
The KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa is the largest music festival on Hawaiʻi Island. This FREE festival began in September of 1993 with three stages in downtown Hilo and estimated crowd of 4,000 people. It has grown over the years and now features 4 stages, 20+ bands featuring the biggest names in Island and Hawaiian music, nearly 40 food and craft vendors and an estimated annual attendance of 20,000-25,000 people.
About KWXX and New West Broadcasting
KWXX is the most listened to radio station on Hawaiʻi Island reaching over 50,000 listeners per week. New West Broadcasting was founded in 1992. It is a Hawaii-based multimedia company that owns and operates 5 Hawaiʻi Island radio stations including KWXX, KAOY (KWXX Kona), KNWB (B97 Hilo), KMWB (B93 Kona) and KPUA Hilo in addition to multiple websites and streaming platforms. It is longest continuously operating broadcaster on Hawaiʻi Island.
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