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The 28th World Fireknife Championship is On!
The Polynesian Cultural Center announces the schedule of events for this years 28th World Fireknife Championship, held at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie, HI. You will find us along the beautiful North Shore coastline of Oahu. Read more about the competition, and the safety measure instituted to keep our performers, staff, volunteers and guests safe.
Planning Your First Family Trip to Hawaii
Planning your family trip to Hawaii?. This article, written by travel blogger Jennifer Birch, provides you with some great suggestions as you begin your planning.
Reopening plans announced for the Polynesian Cultural Center in April, 2021
The Polynesian Cultural Center announces plans to fully reopen their extensive schedule of music, culture, laughter and beauty on April 24, 2021. We have worked hard to prepare the Center to be ready. New safety methods have been instituted, and the facility has experienced some excellent cleaning and maintenance makeovers. We can’t wait to share the majesty of Polynesia with the world again.
Exclusive tickets as the Polynesian Cultural Center reopens January 18, 2021
An exclusive ticket package will be offered from January 18 – April 22, 2021 as the Polynesian Cultural Center prepares to reopen after a nine month closure due to Covid-19.
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The Elephant Shack
The Elephant Shack food truck, which has been a favorite on the North Shore for years, is already drawing repeat customers among Thai food fans! The newest addition to the Polynesian Cultural Center’s Hukilau Marketplace moved its service to La’ie October 16, 2018. A...
How to Make Roasted Turkey Tails – Samoan Style
“The secret to this simple approach to the perfect roasted turkey tail is patience. Cook it long and slow, which will make it both extremely tender and delightfully crispy”
International Breadfruit Conference
The Polynesian Cultural Center co-hosted the 2018 Global Breadfruit, Technology & Health Summit in Laie from October 15-17, 2018. Participants held most of their morning sessions in the Center’s Hawaiian Journey Theater and toured the PCC villages to see how our various islanders prepare and use breadfruit. They included government officials, doctors, university professors, scientists, cultural practitioners, bakers, chefs, culinary program people, and other ‘ulu advocates.
Polynesian Cultural Center celebrates 55th anniversary
1963-2018 Fifty-five years ago on October 12, 1963, hundreds of invited dignitaries, tourism executives, Church College of Hawaii (which became BYU–Hawaii in 1974) administrators and faculty, media, Polynesian cultural leaders, Church officials and community...
David Hannemann Remembered as a Legacy of Love
The Polynesian Cultural Center wishes to acknowledge the recent passing of Tausilinu’u David Hannemann (fondly known as Uncle David) who passed away in October of this year. This article is meant to honor Uncle David the way he would have wanted it – through the love of his ‘ohana at the Polynesian Cultural Center. We hope you enjoy this tribute to a very special member of our team.
Adventure Tips for the Polynesian Cultural Center
1. Prepare for rain Bring a rain parka or umbrella (or purchase one at one of our many stores). We are on the windward side of the island and can have showers on the sunniest of days. It’s what makes us clean and green! Rain can last a handful of minutes or throughout...
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