Sat, May 30
|Kaiāulu Initiatives Site
Aloha to Graduation: Lei-Making Workshop | Kaiāulu Initiatives
Hands-on workshop teaching traditional Hawaiian lei-making techniques for Lahaina's keiki and families.
Time & Location
May 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM HST
Kaiāulu Initiatives Site, 1840 HI-30, Lahaina, HI 96761, USA
About the event
Kaiāulu Initiatives is hosting the 2nd Annual Aloha to Graduation: Lei-Making Workshop in May 2026. This culturally grounded workshop will be held over two weekends leading up to graduation season and will provide hands-on instruction in three traditional styles of Hawaiian lei.
Participants will learn about:
Proper cultural protocol
Traditional plant uses
Foundational lei-making techniques
Designed to serve Lahaina’s keiki and families, the workshop strengthens cultural perpetuation, builds practical self-sufficiency, and reduces reliance on costly store-bought leis. Beyond the craft itself, the event creates an intergenerational space for connection, pride, and community healing as Lahaina continues to rebuild.