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 Independence Day fireworks |
Kaua‘i Hospice PO Box 3286 Kauai, HI 96766 United States +1 808 245 7277 http://www.kauaihospice.org/ev... |
As far as one-day festivals on Kauai go, this is as good as it gets. More than 8,000 people, both locals and tourists, make it out to Vidinha Stadium to celebrate the Fourth of July and raise money for a good cause. Well-known restaurants provide the food, while the music headliner is always a famous Hawaiian star. Plenty of other events take place throughout the day, wrapping up with a firework show at night. Proceeds from the annual festival benefit the local Hospice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of Hawaii's most beloved monarchs |
Koke'e Road (Koke'e State Park) Kauai, HI 96752 United States +1 808 335 9975 |
Hawaii's beloved but beleaguered Queen Emma, a hapa-haole (half white) woman who married Kamehameha IV, was a tireless advocate for the Hawaiian people. She fought for their rights, raised money for a hospital and helped to set up schools. This annual festival is in honor of the Queen, who took the name Kaleleonalani after her husband's death. A procession is followed by a craft fair with live music and hula. This is part of the annual Aloha Festival celebration. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Lihue night glow |
4444 Rice Street Kauai, HI 96766 United States +1 808 241 6300 |
Ring in the holiday Kauai-style with this brightly-lit, evening parade. The event, which winds down Rice Street and ends at the island's biggest craft fair, includes a Christmas tree lighting as well as a light and decoration display at the historic County Building. Christmas folk art by Auntie Josie Chansky is among some of the beautiful offerings of the craft area. Entertainment, caroling, and of course, the floats of the parade all bring the holiday season to life. The opening ceremony takes place on December 7th beginning at 6p and lasts until 6:30p. The Park Lights Extravaganza and Santa & Mrs. Claus can all be enjoyed Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 6p to 8p from December 7th until the 31st. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Parade and party for former king |
Queen Kapule Road (Vidinha Stadium) Kauai, HI 96766 United States +1 808 586 0333 |
King Kamehameha's birthday is a cause for celebration around the islands, and Kaua'i is certainly no exception. The whole island, locals and tourists alike, comes out to take part in this parade and in the festival that follows. The parade starts at Vidinha Stadium, goes up Rice Street, and finally finishes at the County Building where the Ho'olaulea (festival) kicks off. This is a family-friendly fair with live music, food, craft exhibits and more. Awards are given to several parade participants: best-decorated float, best marching unit, etc. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Celebrating a sugary heritage |
Throughout the city Kauai, HI 96756 United States +1 808 822 0734 http://www.koloaplantationdays... |
Equal parts street fair, festival and celebration of heritage, this week-long event is popular with Hawaiian locals and tourists. Ostensibly, it celebrates the history of the sugar trade, something that was instrumental to Kauai's commercial development and racially diverse community. However, it's really more of an excuse to frolic and have fun. Check out the "Backyard Jam" Parade or the Sheraton's Block Party. Rodeo events, live entertainment and craft fairs are also part of the festivities. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |