When you think of March holidays St. Paddy’s Day is probably the first thing to come to mind.  However, here on the islands March is also a time when we celebrate the many different cultures that call this island paradise home.  Every year Waikiki hosts the Honolulu Festival which brings in thousands of visitors for a  three day festival from all over the world including Japan, Australia, Tahiti, Philippine, Republic of China (Taiwan), Korea, and of course Hawaii.

This year the 16^th annual Honolulu Festival will last for three days from March 12^th to the 14^th.  This year’s theme is “Pacific Harmony” which aims to promote cultural sharing and understanding.  The festival started in 1995 with a mission to share the history of our different peoples, languages, and customs to promote an ongoing relationship between Hawaii and our Pacific neighbors.

The best part about the festival is that it is FREE! Here are some of the exciting activities which you can expect to see.

-         Ethnic Performances

-         Exhibits

-         Wares for Sale

-         An Exciting Parade Through Waikiki with floats including a portable Shinto Shrine

-         Thousands of Performers

Add some excitement to your Hawaiian vacation by taking advantage of this festival and learn about the many different cultures found throughout the islands.  This fun filled three days is not to be missed by any visitor to Honolulu.  See you there!

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