Molokai Hawaii Calandar of Events

January 31, 2009

KA MOLOKA'I MAKAHIKI FESTIVAL

The "Makahiki" is a designated period of time following the harvesting season when wars and battles were ceased, tributes and taxes were paid by each district to the ruling chief, sporting competitions between villages districts) were organized and festive events were commenced. Ka Molokai Makahiki is committed to preserving these ancient traditions, especially those specific to Molokai. Through a series of lectures, land and ocean activities, hands on art and craft workshops, sporting competitions, oli composition competitions and traditional ceremonies, the Makahiki is alive and well on Molokai. Held from 7:30 am to 4:30pm at the Mitchell Pauole Center in the heart of Kaunakakai Town. The Makahiki Committee has a variety of trainers and training materials to assist others in organizing their own Makahiki Games. For further information, contact Louise Bush at 808.553.3673.

March 14

HO'OMAU CONCERT BENEFITING PUNANA LEO O MOLOKAI

Hawaiian Educational Ho'olaulea (Festival) to benefit Punana Leo O Molokai. Festival includes Hawaiian Music, Crafts, Food Booths and Keiki Games. Held at Lanikeha Center in Ho'olehua from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Free Admission. For further information, contact: Punana Leo O Molokai weekdays at 808-567-9211.

March 28

PRINCE KUHIO CELEBRATION

Kiawe Park - 8am-2pm
Contact Ochie Bush 808.567.6027

April 17

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION

Since 1995, The Nature Conservancy has sponsored Molokai Earth Day. The purpose of the event is to educate residents and visitors about the part they can play in preserving our natural and cultural resources. The event will be held on Friday, April 12th from 5:00 pm to 9:00pm at the Mitchell Pauole Center in Kaunakakai. There will be ono food, great entertainment, lots of prizes and educational displays. Come join us in celebrating Earth Day. For further information, please contact Kathy Tachibana at The Nature Conservancy 808-553-5236. Other events sponsored by TNC include Kamakou Hikes, Mo'o;omomi Hikes; Pelekunu Hunts, kamalo Goat Hunts and Kawela Goat Hunts.

May 3

KAIWI CHALLENGE RELAY ~ OC-1/Kayak (Surfski)

The Kaiwi Challenge, a 39-mile race for one-man canoes is held every year in May. The race starts at Kaluakoi Resort on Molokai and finishes at the Outrigger Canoe Club in Waikiki. Contact the Hawaiian Island Paddlesports Association at http://www.kaikahoe.org/ Email to hipa@kaikahoe.org or leave a message on their info line at 808-969-6695.

May 14-16

18th KA HULA PIKO HULA FESTIVAL
"A celebration of the birth of the hula"

Join Molokai and the rest of Hawaii as we celebrate the 17th Annual Ka Hula Piko Festival at Papohaku Beach Park, Kaluakoi, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission is free! There will be a variety of entertainment, Hawaiian Food and hand made crafts by the people of Moloka'i.

A series of lectures will be presented by Halau Hula O Kukunaokala. Email mva@mobettah.net or call Louise Bush at 808-553-3673.

May 17

KANAKA IKAIKA KAYAK RACE

The Starbucks Moloka'i Challenge solo race is the world championship of kayak and one-person canoe racing. An international contingent of men and women race solo for 32-miles across the Kaiwi Channel from Moloka'i to the east shore of O'ahu, finishing at Koko Marina. The Kaiwi Channel, referred to as the "Moloka'i Channel," is considered one of the most challenging and treacherous in the world. To qualify for the Starbucks Moloka'i Challenge, local competitors are required to participate in the Poa'i Puni race series and meet specific finishing time criteria. Poa'i Puni, organized by Kanaka Ikaika, is a series of coastal races which take place between early January and the end of April. Visit y2kanu.com for details on the 2007 race or phone Kalau Jones at 808-222-5020.

July 26

Australia stamped its dominance again on international paddleboard racing in 2007, swamping an international field of more than 70 paddlers to take the top places in the 32-mile Quiksilver edition Molokai to Oahu Paddleboard Race. Considered to be the world championship of long distance paddleboard racing, the event was won by 25-year-old Jamie Mitchell in a time of five hours, 44 minutes and 40 seconds. This year promises to be an event you won't want to miss. Starting at Kaluakoi Beach on Molokai at 7:00am and finishing at Maunaloa Bay, Oahu around 12:30 pm. Contact Mike Takahashi at 808-638-8208 or at mtakahas@cagpc.com

August TBA

STATE TOURNAMENT

9th Annual Nationally Sanctioned Event. 25 Target - Marked Animals. Divisions include; Freestyle, Barebow Bow hunter, Barebow Freestyle or Traditional (Recurved or LongBow). Age groups include: Cubs (11 & Under), Youth (12-14), Young Adults (15-17), Adults, (18 & above), Guests and Olympic Class.

Entry forms and events details can be obtained by calling Aki Kawano at 808-553-3366 or Moses Luczon at 808-553-5780. Spectators are welcome at no additional charge. Event apparel as well as food & beverage booths will be available at the tournament.

September 19

MAUI TO MOLOKAI CANOE RACE
Pailolo Challenge

D.T. Fleming Beach Park to Kaunakakai, Moloka'i (26 miles)
Organized by Hawaiian Canoe Club and sponsored by Coffees of Hawaii. A great outrigger canoe warm up/pre-race for the Na Wahine O Ke Kai and Molokai Hoe. Contact Rick Nuu at Hawaiian Canoe Club for details - 808-283-1585. Entry forms and details available on line at http://coffeesofhawaii.com/culture/ambassadors/canoe

September 27

NA WAHINE O KE KAI
Women of the Sea

This is it….the finale of outrigger canoe racing for women around the world. This race ends the 9-month season of outrigger racing. Na Wahine O Ke Kai is celebrating their 29th year, so please join these outstanding women at Hale O Lono Harbor on the southwestern shores of Molokai as they compete in this 40 mile race to Oahu. What a fun way to start your day by watchng the sunrise and the start of race beginning at 7:00 am on Sunday morning. The Finish line is fronting the shores of the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Event organized by Na Wahine Race Association. Contact Hannie Anderson for details at 808-259-7112 or visit http://holoholo.org/wahine/

September TBA

Aloha Festivals is Hawaii's premier cultural showcase, a celebration of Hawai'i's music, dance and history intended to preserve the unique island traditions. We invite you to explore and find out what makes Aloha Festivals special. Contact tina.thompson@co.maui.hi.us or visit alohafestivals.com

October 11

MOLOKAI HOE CANOE RACE

A 41-mile Outrigger Canoe race from Molokai to Oahu across the Kaiwi Channel, the Molokai Hoe is considered the world championship of men's long-distance outrigger canoe racing. The race begins at 7:00 am at Hale O Lono Harbor and finishes at Duke Kahanamoku Beach in Waikiki. Contact Hannie Anderson for details at 808-259-7112 or visit http://holoholo.org/

November 14

FOOD & BUSINESS EXPO

7th Annual Molokai Business Fair & Food Festival

Saturday, November 1, 2009
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Lanikeha Community Center
Farrington Avenue ~ Ho'olehua

Applications are available at the Molokai Chamber of Commerce
Or here:

Vendor Application Form
Vendor Guidelines

Business of all types may participate including; Products, Services, Farmers, Crafters, Merchants, Community Services, Financial Institutions, Retail, Visitor Industry, Construction and more. Open to Chamber members and non-members.

Top Chefs from Maui, Molokai & Lanai will dish up unique recipes using Molokai Products. So... come taste, come hear and come see what Molokai business is all about!

Sponsored by County of Maui Office of Economic Development, American Savings Bank, Young Brothers, Ltd., Maui Electric.

December 5

CHRISTMAS LIGHT PARADE & HO'OLAULE'A

Santa comes to Kaunakakai with the annual Christmas Light Parade, which features only-on-Molokai floats and marching units.

The ho'olaule'a follows the parade with music and entertainment. Plus, contests for best Christmas tree, best holiday dessert, best ornament and more. Great fun for everyone.

More information available at the Molokai Chamber of Commerce Office in Kaunakakai, or visit http://molokaichamber.org

Updated 1/31/09 by molokaievents.com. All events are subject to change.
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