October 2014
Eo e Emalani i Alakai
Saturday, October 11: Eo e Emalani i Alakai. Kaua‘i’s mountain forest echo with the sounds of Hawaiian music and traditional chants at this free annual festival. At noon, Queen Emma and her entourage enter the Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow on horseback, accompanied by hula halau who perform chants and dances as gifts for the Queen. Enjoy exhibits, craft demonstrations, and local food for sale. Koke`e State Park. 10 a.m. Free. For information call (335) 997-8022 or visit www.Kokee.org.
Find out more »October 2015
Eo e Emalani I Alakai Festival
Saturday, October 10: Eo e Emalani I Alakai Festival. Kaua`i’s mountain forest echo with the sounds of Hawaiian music and traditional chants at this free annual festival, mist or shine. Step back in time, when a traditional royal procession arrives at noon (festivities begin at 10 a.m.) Queen Emma and her entourage enter the lovely Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow on horseback, accompanied by hula halau performing chants and dances as gifts for the Queen. Enjoy exhibits, craft demonstrations, and snack sales. Koke`e…
Find out more »October 2017
Emalani Festival
Saturday, October 14: Emalani Festival. A day of song, hula, history and pageantry, celebrating Hawai`i's beloved Queen Emma and recalling her journey to the Koke`e uplands and Kilohana vista in 1871. Queen Emma will enter the meadow on horseback at 11 a.m. Exhibits, craft tables, silent auction, and a snack shop enhance the festival experience. Carpooling is recommended as parking is limited. Bring your own blankets or chairs (no tents or coolers). Animals are not permitted in state parks. Admission…
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