#Olympics of Hula
Maui hālau share ancient hula on kahiko night of 2026 Merrie Monarch
Kahiko night at the Merrie Monarch Festival featured hula in the ancient style with 29 groups performing Friday night in the annual competition in Hilo, Hawaiʻi. The festival continues tonight with ʻauana or modern hula, followed by results from the 63rd event.
Act now, don’t miss your chance; tickets for 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Festival on sale
It’s that time of year — an even more most wonderful time for everyone who enjoys hula and hālau that perform. Ticket request forms postmarked Dec. 1 or later are being accepted for the 2026 Merrie Monarch Festival.
Resort expands cultural programming for a behind the scenes look into the world of hula
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea invites guests “Behind the Scenes of Hula” for a sneak peek into the practices of Maui’s Hālau o Ka Hanu Lehua. Led by Kumu Hula Kamaka Kūkona, the hālau practice offers a unique opportunity to experience this special facet of Hawaiian culture.
