Chocolate in Paradise
Where Hawaiʻi meets chocolate.
Gala tickets on sale now. The sweetest night of the year awaits.
Happening Friday, 4/24/26 from 10 am to 4 pm
NEW! Cacao Farmers Market
Fresh cacao. Local makers. Island-grown goodness.
**FREE for Guests**
*Small booth fee applies for vendors
A 3-Day Chocolate Experience
April 23–25, 2026
Tour Hawaiʻi’s cacao farms, explore the NEW Cacao Farmers Market, cheer on culinary students, and celebrate at the signature Chocolate Festival Gala.
2026's Theme is 'Chocolate in Paradise'
At the heart of the BICF are our featured chefs, true maestros in the art of chocolate cuisine. These culinary wizards will dazzle your taste buds with their innovative sweet and savory creations, blending traditional techniques with modern twists. Experience live cooking demonstrations and witness the passion and creativity that these chefs pour into every chocolate masterpiece.
2026 CHEF WINNERS
Congratulations to our wonderful chef participants for 2026! We could not do this without you.
Want to JOIN the Chef Competition for BICF 2026? Fill out the form below.
Friday Cacao Farm Education
Mahalo to our wonderful educators for sharing your wisdom and knowledge to support the mission of KCA to grow local cacao demand!
