PAN-PACIFIC HO'OLAULE'A
The word Ho‘olaule‘a Hawaiian means: Festival; gathering for a celebration; to preserve friendship and good will.
The Pan-Pacific Ho‘olaule‘a is exactly that: a super-sized celebration of friendship and goodwill; a diverse gathering of people, cultural exhibitions, and talent from across the Pacific Rim that is not to be missed! It is one of the largest outdoor multi-cultural exhibits of its kind in the state of Hawaii and it happens in beautiful Waikiki, right on Kalakaua Avenue!
The main thoroughfare is temporarily closed down to vehicular traffic from Lewers Street to Kaiulani Avenue to accommodate this festiveblock party. Delicious food booths of every kind line the street offering ethnic cuisine, local fare, as well as the all American hamburgers and fries! You’ll also find island crafters and vendors selling unique items that reflect the diversity of the islands.
Enjoy multiple entertainment stages featuring cultural performances such as Japanese Taiko drums, Korean dance, Japanese bon dance, Hawaiian music, hula, and more. Each year we also highlight a popular headlining entertainer from Hawaii!
This year the Pan-Pacific Hula Festival will happen simultaneously at the Hula Mound on Kuhio Beach and will be included as part of the Ho’olaule’a.