A family oriented night
of strolling took place in Downtown Hilo,
as the Black and White Night festival welcomed
hundreds of visitors.
The shops around Hilo's popular bayfront were
busy with activity late into the evening hours.
People were encouraged to dress entirely in
black and white, and even to wear costumes.
Jazz and swing bands filled the air with music,
and vendors offered food to guests.
The event is designed to bring increased interest
in Downtown Hilo, and support for the small
businesses that make up the heart of the community.
Black and White Night is produced by Alice
Moon and Company in partnership with the Big
Island Conservation & Development Council.
It is sponsored in part by P.O.S.H. (People
Out Supporting Hilo) as well as Councilman
Stacy Higa and the County of Hawaii Research
and Development.
