Molokai is known for its stunning vistas and enjoyable weather, and you should book a vacation home rental if you want to live like the locals. Travel to the island at the end of spring to participate in the Molokai Ka Hula Piko festival. This gathering is a celebration and a community cultural event that welcomes visitors and locals alike. If you’re eager to learn more about this festival, use this guide to get informed before your trip.

What to Know About the Molokai Ka Hula Piko

Origins

Molokai Ka Hula Piko is an annual, three-day celebration held near the end of spring, and this year, it’ll be held from June 4 to 6. The first event was held in 1991 as a collaboration between the Molokai Visitors Association and a master hula teacher, John Kaimikaua. Molokai is considered to be the birthplace of hula, and ka hula piko translates to the center of the hula in Hawaiian. Although there are several iterations of the dance’s origins, many myths trace it to the forest goddess, Laka, who created hula when she appeared on Molokai.

Today’s Festival

While the Molokai Ka Hula Piko celebrates hula, it also highlights the island and native culture. The festival will feature educational lectures, wares from local boutiques, and an abundance of Hawaiian food.

Hula has evolved in a variety of ways without losing its core, and the festival celebrates this change and diversity. If you have the luxury of attending all three days of the festival, you’ll enjoy a range of hula performances, from traditional kahiko to modern auana.

If you want to experience this celebration for yourself, book your stay through Molokai Vacation Properties. This locally owned business has a wide selection of vacation home rentals to meet every budget. Their team will listen to your needs and preferences to find the perfect neighborhood for you, taking the guesswork out of it. View their available vacation home rentals online, or call (800) 367-2984 to make a reservation.