Merrie Monarch Festival

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865 Piilani St

Hilo, HI 96720

+1 (808) 935-9168

http://www.merriemonarch.com

The Merrie Monarch Festival is a celebrated annual event that pays tribute to King David Kalākaua and his influence on the perpetuation of Hawaiian traditions, language, and arts. This week-long festival features an internationally acclaimed hula competition, a Hawaiian arts fair, hula shows, and a grand parade through Hilo, Hawaii.

Since its inception, the festival has become a cornerstone of Hawaiian cultural preservation, showcasing the beauty and significance of hula as the "language of the heart." With events like the Miss Aloha Hula competition and categories for Hula Kahiko and Hula Auana, the festival honors both participants and the rich heritage they represent.

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5.04 reviews

Takuya S.

12/15/2015

普段はとっても静かなHiloに本当に多くのひとが訪れる、Hilo最大のイベントであるだろう、 Merrie Monarch Festival...

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Brian A.

4/14/2010

This is THE premiere hula event in the world. For Hula aficionados, sitting on old hard benches for 5-6 hours, navigating the crowds, migrating their way to sleepy Hilo town is a labor of love. My...

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Greg K.

4/18/2013

Absolutely one of the best Hawaiian events all year and undoubtedly the best hula event in the world!! The passion and talent expressed by hula dancers and their kumu dancing and chanting their...

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Amber W.

4/22/2010

The most entertaining and endearing hula competition in the world, awesome people-watching, and a great vibe. Listen to the Aunties gossip about the various halau, watch the bikers wrangle the...

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