Manu O Ku Festival

Please join US for our 10th Annual Manu O Kū FESTIVAL! As we celebrate this important milestone, we have an exciting day planned to help honor the official bird of the City & County of HONOLULU. This year’s FESTIVAL WILL INCLUDE: * 20 organization and agency booths providing family friendly crafts, activities, and information about native environmental and conservation efforts * bird scopes and bird walks to view the nesting Manu O Kū on ‘Iolani Palace grounds * kids nature-themed costume contest (scheduled to start at 1:30pm) * photo ops and parade of our group of costume characters to include Hina the monk seal and Aloha Kea the Manu O Kū…and more * educational and informative talks * multiple musical entertainers to include a performance by the Royal Hawaiian Band and ukulele duo Corey Fujimoto and Kalei Gamiao * Hula performance by Kumu Hula James Dela Cruz and Nā ‘Ōpio a me Nā Kupuna O Ko‘olau * “Bruddah Bryan” Min emcee * instructional painting opportunities with Patrick Ching * Keiki Reading Corner with special author readings of beloved children’s books about the Manu o Kū * Art Display tent featuring various art projects centered around the Manu o Kū Free to the public Location: Iolani Palace coronation lawn Special thanks to our festival sponsors and planning partners for making this a festival you won’t want to miss.