May Day Ho'olaule'a... fabulous!

[BocaBum99 Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close BocaBum99]

Today, I went to my first Ho'olaule'a May Day celebration for my two younger boys. Wow, this is what being in Hawaii is all about.

Basically, May Day is a very popular date in Hawaii as elementary schools around the state celebrate Hawaii traditions by showcasing children of all ages singing and dancing Hula.

All of the children dress in Hawaiian garb and each grade gets an opportunity to sing and dance, blow conch shells and play the ukulele. I have some pictures that I will post as soon as I get a chance.

I am quite sure I have never experienced anything quite like it. It is a way for the youngsters to preserve Hawaiian traditions. It was a GREAT day.

[Beaglemom3 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Beaglemom3]

Do they still say " May Day is Lei Day ?"

I remember King Kamehemaha's statue in front of the Iolani Palace being draped with leis.

[Luanne Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Luanne]

On the calendar that I have hanging in my office (that I bought at Hilo Hattie's) it shows May 1 as "Lei Day".

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Yes, here is the title of the program:

Ho'olaule'a O Ka La Ekahi O Mei
Lei Day Celebration
May 2, 2008.

I LOVED IT. It made everything I've ever had to do to get here worth it.