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San Diego Hoʻolauleʻa – Hawaiian Cultural Festival
🌺 San Diego Hoʻolauleʻa – Hawaiian Cultural Festival A Free, Family‑Friendly Celebration of Hawaiian Culture in San Diego, CA
🌴 Event Overview The San Diego Hoʻolauleʻa is an annual Hawaiian cultural festival celebrating the spirit of aloha through live music, traditional hula, cultural education, food, vendors, and community. First held in 2011, the festival was revived in 2024 and continues its mission of sharing and preserving Hawaiian culture for the San Diego community.
📅 Dates & Times August 22 & 23, 2026 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM both days Free admission for all ages
📍 Location NTC Park at Liberty Station 2455 Cushing Road San Diego, CA 92106
🎶 What to Expect 🔥 Live Entertainment: Hawaiian music and hula performances, including both kahiko (ancient) and ʻauana (modern) styles from hālau across the region. 🏝️ Cultural Village: Exhibits and educational activities exploring Hawaiian history, traditions, and contemporary island life. 🎯 Makahiki Games: Traditional Hawaiian games and activities for all ages. 🍍 Island Food & Drinks: Local island food vendors and shaved ice trucks offering Hawaiian favorites. 🛍️ Vendors: Boutique vendors, craft booths, and Hawaiian/Pacific Islander goods and gifts. 🎁 Raffles & Giveaways: Stage prizes and drawings throughout the weekend.
🧭 Visitor Tips 🪑 Bring a chair and sun protection — past years have been sunny and windy. 🚗 Arrive early for the best parking near Liberty Station. Heleloa. San Diego Hoʻolauleʻa 2026 | Hawaiian Cultural Festival 👕 Festival shirts available for pre‑order at sandiegohoolaulea.com.
🤝 Hosted By Hālau Hula o Makalani Nā Pilialoha A traditional hula school based in Vista and Chula Vista, supporting Hawaiian language, chant, song, and dance.
📲 Stay Connected Website: sandiegohoolaulea.com Instagram: @sandiegohoolaulea Heleloa. San Diego Hoʻolauleʻa 2026 | Hawaiian Cultural Festival Organizer Email: makalani10@yahoo.com Phone: 760‑267‑7565
