The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is proud to announce the 32n.d Annual Festival of the Arts will take place over the Easter weekend, March 29-30. During this special weekend, more than 125 of the world’s leading cultural professionals, artisans, educators, speakers, fashion designers, photographers and entertainers gather to celebrate and preserve all things Hawaiian.
This year’s theme ‘E Kāmau ke Kuleana…The Privilege and Responsibility Perseveres’ focuses on the importance of broadcasting ‘such as (knowledge) to future generations. Daily entry at 32n.d The annual Arts Festival is free and open to the public.
“We are pleased to welcome back Hawaiian cultural experts and artisans to share their craft with residents and visitors,” said Clifford Naeʻole, Hawaiian Cultural Advisor at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, who served as event chairman for 32 years. “By sharing our culture and knowledge, an honest appreciation comes of all things in the past and prepares us for what is to come.”
“It is with great pride that we host the Celebration of the Arts and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to perpetuate Hawaiian culture,” said Melissa Lee, hotel manager at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. “We welcome all who walk through the doors to immerse themselves in the spirituality, sense of place and appreciation of all the things that make Hawaii unique, from the mountains to the ocean, from friends to family, from artisans to community. ”
Highlights of the day-long event will include an E Ala E Sunrise ceremony, thought-provoking discussions and films, live hula performances, a local market with more than 50 artisans and crafters, a Hawaiian medicinal plant tour, a Polynesian wayfinding session , a cape making demo , and much MORE. For those looking for more hands-on activities, the resort offers a tree-planting excursion at Puʻu Kukui Watershed, Hawaii’s largest private nature preserve.
In the evenings, the Celebration Music Showcase will feature an unforgettable night of Hawaiian music and hula featuring singer-songwriter Weldon Kekauoha. Celebration of the Arts Lūʻau returns with an incredible feast of island cuisine, accompanied by dazzling vignettes depicting moments in Hawaiian history from the cast of Tales of the Kapa Moe, the resort’s new lūʻau.
For Hawaiians looking to create memorable moments, The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua offers a special kamaʻāina rate for Celebration of the Arts. Kamaʻāina rates are available by calling 808-669-6200. Rooms are based on availability and a valid Hawaii ID is required at check-in.
To learn more about Celebration of the Arts, purchase tickets to the Celebration Music Showcase or Celebration of the Arts Lūʻau, and for the full event schedule, visit www.celebrationofthearts.org.
