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Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival
September 13 | 11:00am – 6:00pm PT
Seattle Center Armory, Mural Amphitheatre & Fisher Pavilion Rooftop
FREE
Experience the vibrant spirit of Hawai’i!
This year’s theme, Mālama i ka ʻike o nā kūpuna, “If we do not remember our ancestors we will become lost people,” honors the wisdom of Hawaiian elders through music, dance, and food.
PERFORMANCES
Featuring two stages of live Hawaiian music and hula, headlined by Ho‘okena, multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winners and three-time Grammy nominees, with special guests Ocean Kaowili and kumu hula Nani Dudoit. Plus performances by ‘ukulele virtuoso Aldrine Guerrero, Ivan & Kawika, Hālau Hula O Napualani, Kalei & Friends, and more.
MARKETPLACE
Explore the Armory and Mural Makeke with 60+ vendors! Featuring authentic Hawaiian cuisine, unique arts and crafts, island-inspired clothing and home décor, handcrafted jewelry, and more.
Ono food and drink vendors include Big Island Poke, Kama’aina Grill, and Goodbelly.
Additional vendors and community booths: 808 Clothing, Aloha Vibes Only!, Te Fare O Tamatoa, among others.
ACTIVITIES
A Spam Musubi Contest and raffle drawings, plus other family-friendly workshops, activities like a Keiki Korner for kids, lei-making, and presentations.
