The 60th annual Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts & Crafts Fair returns tomorrow, Wednesday, April 12, to Saturday, April 15 at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium and Butler Buildings.
The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place from 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday to Friday and 9 am to 4 pm on Saturday,
Over 150 artisans will present their work along with local food trucks, daily entertainment from local hālau, and demonstrations including pa’u drum making, kapa, and more. Attendees can expect to find various locally-made arts and crafts, including aloha wear, woodwork, photography, jewelry, food, music, skincare, gifts, and official Merrie Monarch merchandise.
“We are delighted to join hands with our community in celebrating hula, culture, arts, and crafts. The fair owes its success to our vendors’ extraordinary contribution, making it an eventful experience each year. Their unwavering support has helped us make this event monumental, and we are grateful to them,” said co-chairman Kegan Miura in a press release.
For more information, follow Merrie Monarch Arts & Crafts Fair on Facebook and Instagram or visit www.merriemonarch.com.
Photo credit: Merrie Monarch Festival