Waimea Valley, Oʻahu Celebrates 20 Years of Preservation with 12th annual Summer Concert Series
IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Haleʻiwa, Hawaiʻi, April 22, 2026)--Waimea Valley invites community and visitors to celebrate the 12th annual Summer Concert Series, a beloved North Shore tradition featuring live Hawaiian music and hula. This year’s series holds special significance, honoring two decades of stewardship and community connection.as Waimea Valley celebrates 20 years since the valley was protected and preserved.
The Summer Concert Series will take place on three Saturdays- June 27, July 25, and August 29—at 4:00 pm, bringing together some of Hawaiʻi’s most respected musicians and hālau hula for evenings of mele, hula, and aloha.
“Through mele, hula, and shared cultural celebration, we uplift the values at the core of OHA’s mission and humbly mark 20 years of protecting and preserving Waimea Valley by deepening our connection to community and place,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Interim Director Summer Sylva.
The final concert on August 29 will be an especially meaningful celebrtion. In honor of Waimea Valley’s 20th anniversary, the concert will move from the Main Lawn to the Upper Meadow in the heart of the Valley, creating a unique gathering space surrounded by the Valley’s natural beauty and cultural landscape. “We are incredibly grateful to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs for taking the bold step to return the Valley to Native Hawaiians in 2006 and to the community and visitors who have supported Waimea Valley over the past 20 years,” said Richard Pezzulo, Executive Director of Waimea Valley. “This concert sereis is our way of saying mahalo and celebrating together through the music and hula that are such an important of Hawaiian culture.”
Guests are invited to bring blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the summer afternoon of live entertainment in a beautiful outdoor setting. The series will once again be hosted by local favorite and legend, Kimo Kahoano.
2026 Summer Concert Lineup
June 27 — Main Lawn
• Ei Nei
• Jerry Santos
• The Vitals
• Kumu Rich Pedrina, Hālau Hula ʻO Nāpunaheleonāpua
July 25 — Main Lawn
• Nick Laʻa
• Micah G.
• Hoʻonuʻa
• Kumu Liko Cooke and Sky Gora, Hālau Kilipohe Nā Lei Lehua
August 29 — Upper Meadow (20th Anniversary Celebration)
• Mark Yamanaka
• Herb Ohta Jr. and Jon Yamasato
• Norm Thompson
• Kumu Kalimakuhilani Akemi Kalamanamana Suganuma Southard and “TC” Christopher
Southard, Hālau I Kalima Kuhi Lani
Ticket Information
Full Series Presale:
• $50 Adult
• $40 Child/Senior
Single Concert Presale:
• $20 Adult
• $15 Child/Senior
Single Concert at the Gate:
• $25 Adult
• $20 Child/Senior
A Celebration of Mele, Hula, and Community
The Summer Concert Series reflects Waimea Valley’s mission to perpetuate and protect the human, cultural, and natural resources of Waimea through education and stewardship. As the Valley celebrates its 20th anniversary, the series is a heartfelt mahalo to the community, supporters, and visitors who have helped sustain the Valley and its programs.
Guests are invited to join this special season of music, hula, and community and celebrate the legacy of Waimea Valley for generations to come.
Interview opportunities will be available upon request.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Kimberly Anguiano
818-606-2642
kanguiano@waimeavalley.net
About Waimea Valley
Waimea Valley is a sacred and historically significant ahupuaʻa on Oʻahu’s North Shore, stewarded as a living cultural landscape that celebrates Hawaiian history, traditions, and natural resources. Encompassing 1,875 acres from the mountains to the sea, Waimea Valley is home to important archeological cultural sites, native and introduced botanical collections, and the iconic Waimea Falls. Through cultural education, environmental stewardship, and community engagement, Waimea Valley is committed to preserving and perpetuating Hawaiian culture for generations while providing a safe and enriching experience for kamaʻāina and visitors alike.
@waimeavalleyoahu
About Hiʻipaka LLC
Hiʻipaka LLC is a Native Hawaiian nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and perpetuating the cultural, natural, and historical resources of Waimea Valley. As the organization entrusted with the management of Waimea Valley, Hiʻipaka works in close partnership with community stakeholders, cultural practitioners, and public and private partners to ensure the Valley remains a place of learning, healing, and connection. Hiʻipaka’s mission is grounded in mālama ʻāina, cultural integrity, and long-term sustainability for the benefit of the lāhui and future generations.