It’s Hōʻike Night, the free hula exhibition that proceeds the three nights of competition at the 62nd Merrie Monarch Festival. There’s no tickets. Those who arrive early for the 6 p.m. event get the ...

Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao, Kumu Leina’ala Pavao Jardin, Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leina’ala winner of the title of Miss ...

Merrie Monarch hula competition has kicked off, and it's been celebrating traditional hula and Hawaiian culture for decades. Many hālau emphasize upholding that tradition. But a growing number of ...

"Our 'aloha wear' is a celebration of hula," said Victor, of his clothing, which he said honours the people, places and movements in Hawaiian culture. "It all spawns back to [King Kalākaua's ...