Opening Ceremony with Arrival of the Voyagers
Observe traditional protocol and welcoming of guests as they arrive by canoe. The canoes will arrive on Polo beach, carrying our honored guests, speakers, and presenters. Upon arrival on shore, protocol will begin with chants of asking permission to come ashore. Lei will be presented and hoʻokupu (gifts) will be carried up to the ahu (alter).
Location: Polo Beach
Time: Friday October 13th, 2023 7:00am
Free Community Event
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Mākeke: A marketplace of makers, designers, historians, practitioners, doers and dreamers. Held at Fairmont Kea Lani, October 13th and 14th, 2023 10am-6pm.
Location: Palm Court
Time: October 13th: 10:00AM - 6:00PM
Hula Lessons
The hula is a traditional Polynesian dance accompanied by chants and gestures, known for its signature graceful hand movements and swaying style. The hula is a way of life in Hawaiʻi, an ancient form of communication which predates written language. We invite you to learn about the art of hula during your stay, and channel your own mana (energy) into dance.
Location: Hale Kukuna
Time: December 23rd: 11:00AM - 12:00PM
E Ala Ē
This is our sunrise chant — E Ala Ē — greeting the sun and awakening to a magical Maui morning. Join our paddlers down on Polo Beach to greet the new day in this beautiful, traditional Hawaiian way.
Location: Polo Beach
Time: September 25th: 7:00AM - 7:30AM
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