Makahiki Ma Kapolei

Makahiki Ma Kapolei is the only open Makahiki event in the ʻEwa moku where the public can actively participate in traditional Hawaiian games at a cultural site during the Makahiki season.

The evening will feature traditional games such as ulu maika, moa pahe‘e, hukihuki, haka moa, ʻōʻō ihe and more, along with a pū‘ohe workshop, a kōnane tournament, Hawaiian music, and a cultural opening led by Ulu A‘e haumāna. Attendees can also enjoy a free dinner bowl (while supplies last), ʻolena boosters, wai nīoi, and ʻawa.

SCHEDULE

• 3:15-4:00 || Never Quite Dreaming: Participant Waiver Sign-In and Games

• 3:45-4:15 || Pūʻohe Workshop and Participant Waiver Sign-In

• 4:15 || Opening Oli by Ulu A‘e Haumāna

• 4:30 || Games

• 5:30-6:30 || Hawaiian Music

HELPFUL TIPS

• Bring a refillable water bottle. Free water refill stations will be available.

• This event is outdoors, dress comfortably and wear sunscreen. Close-toe shoes will be needed for kūkini (running). Tented seating will be available throughout the event grounds.

• Arrive early to register for games or participate in the kōnane tournament.

• Be ready to participate. Many activities are hands-on.

• Families welcome. Activities are designed for all ages; keiki should be accompanied by an adult.

• Parking is limited. Please carpool when possible and follow parking attendants’ directions. Additional parking will be available at the Archery Range.

Sponsored by Ulu Aʻe Learning Center. For more information, visit https://uluae.org/.