• Saturday: November 14
• 10am - 1pm
• Huliheʻe, Kona, Hawaiʻi

Celebrate the beauty and magic of the holiday season through the art of wreath making with Kawaihili Uyeshiro, a talented young florist and owner of Ko Kawai Lei.

At just 18 years old, Kawaihili has turned her lifelong love of flowers into a blossoming business, creating beautiful lei, wreaths, and floral arrangements. Growing up surrounded by her ʻohana's protea farm on Hawaiʻi Island, she developed a passion for color, creativity, and floral design at an early age. What began as a cherished family tradition of making Christmas wreaths for her teachers soon grew into a journey of entrepreneurship, artistry, and sharing her gifts with others.

Guided by the ʻike and inspiration of her kūpuna, Kawaihili continues to honor her roots while inspiring others through her floral creations and hands-on workshops.

Join us for this special Hawaiian Christmas Wreath Workshop, where guests will create their own festive wreath using a beautiful selection of flowers and greenery, guided by Kawaihili's creativity and expertise.

All materials and supplies are included, and each guest will take home a one-of-a-kind holiday wreath, lovingly crafted with their own hands and filled with the beauty and aloha of the season!

• Thursday: November 19
• 1pm - 3pm
• Huliheʻe, Kona, Hawaiʻi

Celebrate the holiday season through the art of ulana lauhala with Loea Lauhala Gelnda Freitas.

Rooted in generations of ʻike kūpuna and the weaving traditions of Kona, this special hands-on workshop invites guests to create unique Lauhala Christmas Ornaments to adorn their homes and cherish for seasons to come.

A beautiful way to celebrate the holidays while honoring the traditions of our kūpuna!

• Sunday: November 22
• 10am - 12:30pm
• Huliheʻe, Kona, Hawaiʻi

Celebrate the joy of the holiday season through the beauty of hula with Kumu Hula Ipolei Lindsey-Asing, founder of Hālau Nāwehiokaipoaloha and the Welo Foundation.

A dedicated cultural practitioner, educator, and advocate for the perpetuation of Hawaiian language and traditions, Kumu Ipolei shares her ʻike and aloha through hula, mele, and meaningful connections to our ʻāina and kūpuna. Her commitment to cultural excellence is reflected in her hālau's recent recognition with the ʻŌlelo Makuahine Award at Kū Mai Ka Hula 2026.

Join Kumu Ipolei for a special Hula For The Holidays workshop, where guests will experience the joy of learning hula, celebrate the spirit of the season through mele and movement, and create cherished holiday memories at the palace.

All experience levels are welcome! Come share in the beauty of hula and the warmth of aloha this holiday season.

• Saturday: November 14
• 9am - 12pm
• Hānaiakamalama, Nuʻuanu, Oʻahu

Celebrate the beauty of the holiday season through the art of wreath making with Kauikeolani Naniʻole, a kumu, cultural practitioner, and legacy lei maker from Hawaiʻi Island.

A fluent speaker of ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi and educator at Kamehameha Schools, Kaui brings generations of ʻike, creativity, and aloha to this special hands-on Hawaiian Christmas Wreath Workshop.

Guests will create their own beautiful holiday wreath using a selection of native Hawaiian plants and other greenery found throughout Hawaiʻi. All materials and supplies are included, allowing you to take home a festive creation filled with the beauty and aloha of the season!

• Tuesday: November 17
• 5pm - 8pm
• Hānaiakamalama, Nuʻuanu, Oʻahu

Celebrate the holiday season through the art of ulana lauhala with Loea Lauhala William Keoua Nelsen!

Rooted in generations of ʻike kūpuna and the weaving traditions of Kona, this special hands-on workshop invites guests to create 3 (three) unique Lauhala Christmas Ornaments to adorn their homes and cherish for seasons to come.

A beautiful way to celebrate the holidays while honoring the traditions of our kūpuna!

• Sunday: November 22
• 3pm - 5:30pm
• Hānaiakamalama, Nuʻuanu, Oʻahu

Celebrate the joy of the holiday season through the beauty of hula with Kumu Hula Kalani Paoakalani Hiapo, founder of Paoakalani Hula Hālau and Executive Director of Hoʻoulu ʻIke Center for Hula and Mele.

A dedicated cultural educator, Kumu Kalani perpetuates Hawaiian traditions through hula, mele, and ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi. Having completed his ʻūniki under Kumu Hula Dr. J. Kimo Alama Keaulana, he carries forward the traditions of Kumu Hula Joseph ʻĪlālāʻole. Through his work, including the ʻAʻa I Ka Hula Competition & Festival, he honors the legacy of our aliʻi while inspiring future generations.

Join Kumu Kalani for a special Hula For The Holidays workshop, where guests will experience the joy of learning hula, celebrate the spirit of the season through mele and movement, and create cherished holiday memories at the palace.

All experience levels are welcome! Come share in the beauty of hula and the warmth of aloha this holiday season.

• Saturday: December 12
• 11am - 2pm
• Huliheʻe, Kona, Hawaiʻi

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with A Christmas Tea at the Palace, hosted by the Daughters of Hawaiʻi! Enjoy a charming afternoon of tea, delightful holiday treats, and warm conversation amidst the timeless beauty of the palace.

Inspired by the elegance and hospitality of days gone by, this special gathering invites guests to slow down, share in cherished traditions, and experience the warmth of aloha and the joy of Christmas at the palace.

• Sunday: December 6
• 11am - 2pm
• Hānaiakamalama, Nuʻuanu, Oʻahu

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with A Christmas Tea at the Palace, hosted by the Daughters of Hawaiʻi! Enjoy a charming afternoon of tea, delightful holiday treats, and warm conversation amidst the timeless beauty of the palace.

Inspired by the elegance and hospitality of days gone by, this special gathering invites guests to slow down, share in cherished traditions, and experience the warmth of aloha and the joy of Christmas at the palace.

Experience the beauty and wonder of Hānaiakamalama and Huliheʻe Palace after hours as part of Kūlaia, after hours.

Offered on select evenings following Thanksgiving, these special Kau Ahiahi- Guided Moʻolelo Tours invite guests to gather in smaller, more intimate groups and discover the rich history, royal legacies, and cherished moʻolelo of our beloved hale aliʻi. Led by our knowledgeable docents, each tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the palaces in the warmth of the holiday season, while enjoying the beautiful Kūlaia Christmas Trees, lovingly decorated by our kaiaulu organizations.

Join us for a memorable evening of history, tradition, and aloha as we celebrate the season together!

Offered on select evenings after Thanksgiving. Stay tuned for tour dates, times, and reservation details!

Experience the beauty and wonder of Hānaiakamalama and Huliheʻe Palace after hours as part of Kūlaia, after hours.

Offered on select evenings following Thanksgiving, these special Kau Ahiahi- Guided Moʻolelo Tours invite guests to gather in smaller, more intimate groups and discover the rich history, royal legacies, and cherished moʻolelo of our beloved hale aliʻi. Led by our knowledgeable docents, each tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the palaces in the warmth of the holiday season, while enjoying the beautiful Kūlaia Christmas Trees, lovingly decorated by our kaiaulu organizations.

Join us for a memorable evening of history, tradition, and aloha as we celebrate the season together!

Offered on select evenings after Thanksgiving. Stay tuned for tour dates, times, and reservation details!