July festivals showcase a pair of island icons — hula and ukulele. Share these dates and details for a remarkable Oahu getaway.
Insider Tip:
“It’s a new era of dining at Hoku’s. I grew up as a farmer and fisherman, and my menu uses local ingredients combined with global flavors that celebrate the land and sea.
— Eric Oto, Chef de Cuisine, Hoku’s, The Kahala Hotel & Resort
Activity: Synchronized Strumming
Kapiolani Park Bandstand will come alive with the sound of music on July 15 during Roy Sakuma’s 48th Ukulele Festival Hawaii (UkuleleFestivalHawaii.org). This free summer tradition engages with musicians ranging from virtuosos to an orchestra of 800-plus (mostly children) students.
Event:
A Whole Lot of HulaRegaling Hawaii’s iconic art form on the sacred grounds of Iolani Palace, the 41st Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival (MoanaluaGardensFoundation.org) will unfold July 21-22 at the hands of premier halau hula (hula groups). Culture also plays out via crafts, weaving, lomilomi massage and traditional games.
The Details
The Kahala Hotel & Resort
www.kahalaresort.com
