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Events & Entertainment
Be awed by the colors and choreography of a Polynesian show...sample the amazing flavors of Island food...dance at an ukulele concert... where else but Hawaii? Include a slice of Island culture in your Hawaii visit!
The Koloa Plantation Days Celebration began as a one day event in 1985 commemorating the establishment of Hawaii's first sugar mill in the town of Koloa in 1835. The Celebration now spans a eight-day period including over 18 family-oriented events showcasing the area's diverse cultural and historical significance.
Outdoor sports events throughout the week include tennis tournament, golf tournament and putting contest, and traditional Hawaiian games and miniature golf for the keiki. Guided walks through historic areas in Koloa and through unique wild, natural areas in Po'ipu are scheduled. There's great food, entertainment, keiki activities and an ethnic cooking demonstration and a luau and Polynesian revue.
Most events are free and suitable for the entire family. For more information about Koloa Plantation Days, visit www.koloaplantationdays.com.
The 7th annual Heiva I Kauai Iaorana Tahiti, International Tahitian Dance Competition takes place at Kapa'a Beach Park.
This event includes solo and group performances, traditional and contemporary Tahitian drumming competition plus multi-cultural exhibitions with Master Drummer, Heimanu Tehahe and Dance Troup from Tahiti.
Tahitian dance and drumming workshops, Polynesian arts & crafts and island foods for sale, silent auction, and more.
This year, Tamarii O Faaa, Tahitian dance troupe of 40 youth and adults accompanied by master drummer, Heimanu Tehahe will be featured performers. For more information, visit www.tikiripolynesianinstruments.com/heiva.htm
Date(s):08-02-2008 through 08-03-2008
Days:Sunday, Saturday
Time:Gates open at 10 a.m.
Cost:Daily admission $5, children 6 and under free.
This event highlights drumming of traditional songs in eastern, northern and southern styles. Grand entry is 10 a.m. Sat. and Sun. Stomp Dance Demo is 7 p.m. on Friday.
Activities at a Glance
• Outdoor Event
• Local Products for Sale
• Crafts
• Food Booths
• Hula
• Live Entertainment
• Live Music
More info at www.kauaifestivals.com/powpow/
Date(s):09-26-2008 through 09-28-2008
Days:Sunday, Friday, Saturday
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Cost:
Location:Kapa'a Beach Park
Address:
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Phone:(808) 828-1294
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