Hilo’s Banyan Drive will have a temporary traffic pattern on Saturday for the “Hilo’s Hokule'a Ho'olaulea.” Between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m., traffic near Wailoa Small Boat Harbor will have lane closures and directional changes. Traffic will be limited to northbound between Lihiwai Street and the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel to accommodate event attendees, according to the Hawaii Police Department.
The southbound lane next to Liliʻuokalani Gardens will be closed to all through traffic. Drivers should expect possible delays and plan their Saturday travel accordingly. Those attending the Ho'olaule'a should be aware of the traffic changes and plan ahead, as reported by the Hawaii Police Department.
Local authorities have implemented temporary traffic changes for "Hilo’s Hokule’a Ho'olaulea" to accommodate increased visitor traffic. Lihiwai Street will remain open with normal traffic flow. Drivers are advised to follow posted signs and directions from traffic officers, as stated by the Hawaii Police Department.
