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King KamehamehaJoin us on Saturday morning, June 8, 2024, for the annual King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade in Historic Kailua Village. Throughout the day, the community of West Hawai‘i will gather to honor the great ali‘i, King Kamehameha I, who established the first capital of the united Hawaiian Kingdom here in Kailua-Kona at Kamakahonu.

Adorned in the flowers and colors of the Hawaiian Islands, regal Pa‘u Rider Logopa‘u riders on horseback will represent each of the eight islands, led by their respective princesses and the pa‘u queen. The floral parade will also feature hula halau, equestrian units, marching bands, a horse-drawn carriage and more. After the parade, enjoy a ho‘olaule‘a (music and art festival) at Hulihe‘e Palace, including a free concert featuring top Hawaiian recording artists. Then take time to visit the many shops, galleries and historic landmarks of Historic Kailua Village.

 

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Date Announced for 2024 Parade
Date Announced for 2024 Parade
February 13, 2023
This year's parade will take place on Saturday, June 8, 2024 in Historic Kailua Village. If you or your group would like to participate, applications are available at KonaParade.org. Marchin...
Parade Applications Online
Parade Applications Online
February 1, 2023
If you would like to participate in the 2024 King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade, applications are available for download on this website. Categories include floats, marching bands, wal...
Parade 2022 Recap
Parade 2022 Recap
July 23, 2022
After a two-year hiatus, the annual King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade in Kailua-Kona returned in 2022. A good time was had by all.

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