‘Iolani Luahine Hula Festival
Thursday – Saturday, January 26-28:
‘Iolani Luahine Hula Festival. A festival honoring Aunty ‘Iolani Luahine, one of Hawaii’s premiere performers and cultural treasures. Includes a visit to ‘Iolani’s birthplace in Napo’opo’o Village, hula workshops and presentations, and an educational “challenge” to Kumu Hula, with a prize for the one who best demonstrates the values of ‘Iolani Luahine in regard to education and Hawaiian culture. Keauhou Beach Resort. Fee for hula workshops; evening musical entertainment will be offered to the public for a modest donation, with tickets available at the door. For more information, visit www.iolaniluahinefestival.org or contact adminisrator@nawaiiwiola.org