The Weekend of Hope kicks off with the popular Concert and Taste of Hawaii Island event featuring Hawaii music artists, Kala'e and Kalena, on Friday at 6:00pm in the beautiful outdoor Hoku Amphitheater. Capturing talented chefs from around Hawaii Island in one place for an evening of tasty delights, drinks and music. The silent auction is a popular annual highlight with unique vacation packages and island gifts. Price in advance for adults is $135.00, children 5-12 are $55.00 and children 4 and under are free. All profits go to benefit the UH Cancer Center and the Hawaii Island chapter of the American Cancer Society.