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Hawaiʻi Vacation Do’s and Don’ts
The Polynesian Cultural Center is a strong supporter of preservation and restoration efforts across our islands. Hawaiʻi is an eco-center of ocean, island and volcanic importance. By following these guidelines, we invite you to become a part of the solutions put in place to allow our islands to thrive.
Celebrate Christmas 2022 at the Hukilau Marketplace this season!
Announcing this year’s activities for our Christmas 2022 at the Hukilau Marketplace. The Marketplace, which sits at the entrance to the Polynesian Cultural Center in beautiful Lāʻie, Oʻahu, has celebrated the holiday season in a big way ever since they opened in 2015. Come feel the Holiday Aloha December 16–23, with free music, games, nativity, the popular Keiki Train Ride, and our annual Snow Day! Read this week’s blog to learn more!
Cultural Exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center: A Tour of the 6 Island Villages
Along with the music, dance and hands-on activities throughout the Polynesian Cultural Center there are a number of detailed exhibits sure to widen your understanding and appreciation of our beautiful island cultures. Quinney Suaava provides a great overview of what you’ll find during your visit.
Cultural experiences to engage in on Oʻahu
BYU-Hawaii student and guest blogger Abigail Curnutt shares 3 suggestions to help your family truly experience the cultural beauty of the many people who make Oahu their home.
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The 2022 Empower Your Dreams Competition Winners
A group of student workers from the Polynesian Cultural Center’s Marketing Department were awarded first place at the 2022 Empower Your Dreams Competition at BYU- Hawaii.
Discover the Top 10 North Shore Adventures in Oahu
Looking for adventure on your next visit to Oahu? You can find lots of great activities here on the beautiful North Shore. We’ve compiled a list of places for food, exercise, fun and romance that stretches from the far eastern corner to the far west end of the North Shore to be sure that you can build the perfect itinerary for you.
The 29th Annual World Fireknife Championship is coming in May!
The Polynesian Cultural Center is proud to announce the 29th Annual World Fireknife Competition and We Are Samoa Festival on May 7, 8, 11 and 12th, 2022. Competitors from around the world come to compete in this epic competition. However, only one leaves as the World Fireknife Championship.
Supoesi: Traditional Samoan Recipe
Supoesi is a traditional dessert from Samoa that can be served for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It’s that versatile and delicious! Samoans make this dish with papaya, but they also can choose bananas (called suafa’i), and coconut (called vaisalo). The other ingredients are coconut milk, tapioca pearls, brown sugar and water with a touch of fresh lemon leaves for flavor. This recipe takes 30 – 40 minutes to prepare.
Skating the North Shore
If you’re cruising around the north shore of Oahu and need a place to gather with your family and friends, look no further. The Banzai Skatepark is a great spot to relax and explore nearby places including the world-famous Banzai Pipeline / ‘Ehukai Beach Park and the Lanikai Pillbox hiking trail.
Preserving Polynesian Cultures in a Commercial World
The Polynesian Cultural Center is more than you expected! It is a special place created to preserve, practice, and share the cultures of 6 distinct islands of Polynesia: Hawaii, Aotearoa (New Zealand), Fiji, Samoa, Tahiti, and Tonga with guests from across the world. The Polynesian Cultural Center honors and respects each island culture and seriously considers the need to balance entertainment and the responsibility to present accurate cultural presentations.
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