June 2014
King Kamehameha Day in Kohala
Wednesday, June 11: King Kamehameha Day in Kohala. A day full of events honoring Kamehameha I, the chief who united the Hawaiian Islands in 1795. Kamehameha Day is recognized as a state holiday throughout Hawai`i, but North Kohala is a very special place to celebrate. Kamehameha I was born in North Kohala, where residents played a prominent role in saving his life as an infant. Events start at 8 a.m. at the King Kamehameha Statue in Kapa`au with a 25-foot…
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Kamehameha Festival, North Kohala
Saturday, June 10: Kamehameha Festival, North Kohala. Lei draping ceremony begins at 8 a.m. at Kamehameha’s statue on Akoni Pule Hwy., Kapa`au, followed by hula, live music and an explanation of the history of the beloved chief. Enjoy the Pa`u flower and horse parade along Akonai Pule Hwy., ending at Kamehameha Park, from 9 to 10:30 a.m., followed by a day of food, arts and crafts, hula, and music at Kamehameha Park, Kapa`au.. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information…
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North Kohala Kamehameha Day Celebration
Monday, June 11: North Kohala Kamehameha Day Celebration. Every June 11th, thousands of people gather on the northern tip of the Big Island of Hawai`i to honor Kamehameha I, the chief who united the Hawaiian Islands in 1795. Lei Draping at the statue of King Kamehameha in Kapa`au (8 a.m.), and a traditional Pa`u Parade (11 a.m.), with horses and riders adorned in flowers and colors representing each Hawaiian Island. The parade will travel from downtown Hawi to Kamehameha Park…
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