Hāna Festivals of Aloha 2026 – Schedule of Events
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Theme: Ea Mai Ke Kai Mai – “Rise Up From The Sea”
The Festivals of Aloha (link to main FOA Website) is a tradition going back to 1946 and celebrates Hawaiian culture, traditions, and the Spirit of Aloha
The 2026 theme supports Governor Josh Greene’s declaration that 2026 be the “Year of our Coastal Kuleana.”“Ea mai ke Kai mai – Rise up from the Sea”, and is inspired by a pule hoʻōla (prayer for long-life) found in June Gutmanis’s book, Nā Pule Kahiko Ancient Hawaiian Prayers. This pule is noted to be a familial chant stemming from the family of David Malo Kupihea 1 (1872-1952). The repeated phrase, “Ea mai ke kai mai,” reinforces the deeply embedded beliefs that the akua and the aliʻi––along with the highly organized systems of kuleana-based beliefs and stewardship over which they presided––rose up from the sea.
FESTIVAL RIBBONS – A ribbon must be worn at all events and can be purchased for five dollars at Hāna Store, Hasegawa General Store, Hāna-Maui Resort, Kahanu Gardens, Hāna Coast Gallery, Hāna Pit Stop, Hāna Farmers Market, Hāna Farms, and at events. Ribbons can be used at all Festivals of Aloha events around the island. Mahalo for your support!
October 17–24 — Festivals of Aloha: Hāna
The Hāna community hosts a weeklong celebration of Hawaiian culture, tradition and community. Festivities include the beloved Hāna Parade and Hoʻolauleʻa, hula and musical performances, sports competitions, cultural activities, local food, contests and opportunities to support Hāna artisans and businesses.
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Saturday, October 17, 2026 – Hāna Ballpark
Hāna Parade & Hoʻolauleʻa at Hāna Ballpark
Crafters Fair: 10:00am – 4:00pm
PARADE: 11 am
Music: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Teen Night: 5–10 p.m. at Helene Hall – Teen Aloha Wear Contest, hosted by Hāna Dragon Football Booster
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Sunday, October 18, 2026 – Hāna Bay
ʻOhana Beach Day Keiki/Wāhine Shoreline Fishing Tournament at Hāna Bay from 7 a.m.–noon, Weigh-in: noon
ʻOhana Play Day Games from 1–5 p.m.
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Monday, October 19, 2026 – Hāna Ballpark
Craft Fair at Helene Hall: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sports Night at Hāna Ballpark from 3–9 p.m. – Pickleball, tennis, volleyball, cornhole, trumps and chess
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Craft Fair at Helene Hall: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sports Night at Hāna Ballpark from 5–9 p.m. – Pickleball, tennis, volleyball, cornhole, trumps and chess
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Craft Fair at Helene Hall: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Hāna Arts Annual Talent Show at Hāna Ballpark, Registration – 4:00 pm, Program – 5:00 pm
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Thursday, October 22, 2026
Craft Fair at Helene Hall: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Kūpuna Luncheon is from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at Hāna-Maui Resort
Floral Lei Contest is from 5–7 p.m. at Hāna Ballpark
Food Contests will run from 5-9 p.m. at Hāna Ballpark
Hawaiiana Night & Aloha Attire Contests will run from 5–9 p.m. at Hāna Ballpark
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Friday, October 23, 2026
Craft Fair at Helene Hall: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Jamboree Night at Hāna Ballpark from 6–10 p.m.
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Saturday, October 24, 2026
Cross Country Golf will run from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Hāna Farmers Market parking lot
Hōʻike Night at Hāna Ballpark: Gates open at 4 p.m.; entertainment from 5–10 p.m.
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