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33rd Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival

Moanalua Gardens

Named in memory of King Kamehameha V, Prince Lot, the festival was founded in 1978 by MGF and now attracts more than 8,000 residents and visitors each year. Moanalua was a favorite recreation spot for Prince Lot, who is credited with reviving the hula in the district of Moanalua. His summer cottage can be found on the gardens’ grounds. A historical and cultural treasure, Moanalua Gardens is one of the most beautiful places in Honolulu on the island of O`ahu. Once a botanical garden, it is home to rare trees, foliage and historic structures.

The public, and visitors, are welcome and encouraged to bring their beach chairs and mats and enjoy the fun, food and festivities under the shady monkeypod trees of Moanalua Gardens. No commercial photography is allowed.

A free shuttle will provide transportation to Moanalua Gardens from Tripler Army Medical Center where parking is available. Tour buses and groups are welcome. There is no bus parking; however, drop off and pickup is permitted.

For more information about MGF, please visit MGF’s website at www.mgf-hawaii.org or call 808.839.5334

Event Highlights

Official Name	33rd Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival
Location	Moanalua Gardens
Date(s)/Time(s)	Saturday, July 17, 2010
Highlight of Activity	The event celebrates hula kahiko, ancient hula and chant, and will feature a`uana (modern) hula performances as well. Dancers will perform on one of the few remaining pa hula (hula mounds) in Hawai`i. Hula halau (groups) featured in the festival will come from the Leeward area of O‘ahu, where Prince Lot once invited his dancers from, as well as halau from other parts of O`ahu. Hawaiian crafters will be demonstrating a variety of traditional crafts, including coconut weaving, quilt making, ‘ukulele making, feather lei making, flower lei making and more. An interactive poi-pounding demonstration by a kalo (taro) hui (group). They will sell fresh kalo and teach people how to pound their own poi. Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the day and will include Hawaiian plate lunches, sandwiches, shave ice and soft drinks. Limited edition tee shirts and a souvenir button will be on sale. Proceeds from these merchandise sales will benefit MGF programs.
Cost (if any)	There is no cost to attend the festival, however, a button donation to MGF is requested to help defray festival costs.
Parking Info	A free shuttle will provide transportation to Moanalua Gardens from Tripler Army Medical Center where parking is available. Tour buses and groups are welcome. There is no bus parking; however, drop off and pickup is permitted.
Contact Info	www.mgf-hawaii.org or call 808.839.5334