Makahiki festival

Saturday, November 2, 2024

The Makahiki Festival is a day of ceremony, celebration, friendly competition, and culture. Featuring the Te Moana Nui Games, a traditional Polynesian sports competition, along with vendors, live music, and hula by local hālau.

Makahiki Festival opening ceremony at Hale O Lono.
Hula at the Makahiki Festival, Waimea Valley
Coconut tree climbing race at the Makahiki Festival, Waimea Valley
Fruit-bearing race at Waimea Valley's Makahiki Festival: Te Moana Nui Games
Wrestling at the Te Moana Nui Games at Waimea Valley
Stone lifting at Waimea Valley's Makahiki Festival, Te Monana Nui Games
Keiki play Makahiki games at Waimea Valley