Cheryl Malia Brost is the 2024 Pa’u Queen

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Queen Cheryl Malia Brost is of Hawaiian heritage and resides in Puako (Waimea, HI).  Cheryl’s maternal grandmother was Mary Aileen Kahailiopua Stillman who was born and raised on Hu’e Hu’e Ranch in Kona on the slopes of Hualalai.  Cheryl’s 3x great grandmother, Ke Ali’i Kamaka Oukamakaokawaukeoiopiopio Stillman was an Ali’i of the Kingdom of Hawaii as well a prominent figure after its overthrow through equestrianism as a Paʻu rider in the Kamehameha Day celebrations, as well as an acknowledged authority on Hawaiian genealogy and oral chants.  Cheryl had an affinity for horses herself becoming a 2-time National Champion showing horses in her youth.  She is known worldwide as an elite CrossFit Games Athlete and has claimed the “Fittest Woman in the World” in her age division 3-times.  Cheryl and her…
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George Gouveia named Grand Marshal of 2024 parade

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George Martin Gouveia, son of John Gouveia and Virginia DeGuair, was born in 1927 and raised in Holualoa, Hawaii. George is the fourth of six children in his family. George married the love of his life, Henrietta Rodrigues, and together they have two daughters, Claudette and Pearl. George has three grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. George left home in 1947 to join the Army and was drafted to the Korean war. Upon returning home, George worked for Palani Ranch as a Cowboy and did that for 12 years. He then went to work for Sure Save Supermarket as a butcher and retired after 15 years. After retirement, George enjoyed helping his brother-in-law at his landscaping nursery. You could often find George gathering and preparing lauhala leaves for his wife to…
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Date Announced for 2024 Parade

Date Announced for 2024 Parade

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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. Marching bands, decorative floats, walking units, equestrian units, hula halau, and more.
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Parade Applications Online

Parade Applications Online

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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, walking units, equestrian units and more. Click here for applications.
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Parade Route

Parade Route

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This year, the parade will travel north to south through Historic Kailua Village. The parade begins near Old Airport on Kuakini Hwy, traveling down Palani to the pier, then south on Ali‘i Drive through the village all the way to Walua Road by Royal Kona Resort.
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Call For Entries

Call For Entries

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Preparations are underway for the annual King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade, to be held on Saturday, June 11, 2022 on Alii Drive in Historic Kailua Village. Entry registration is open to groups and individuals who want to be in the parade, including marching bands, floats, vehicles, hula halau and equestrian units. Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are also sought. All equestrian participants must have basic horsemanship skills. All entries are subject to the approval of the parade committee. For entry guidelines or to download a registration application, visit www.konaparade.org. For further information, contact Barbara Nobriga at 322-9944.
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Headliners for 2017 Ho‘olaule‘a

Headliners for 2017 Ho‘olaule‘a

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Headliners for 2017 Ho‘olaule‘a at Hulihe‘e Palace: Singer-songwriter, Ali‘i Keanaaina, as well as the musical trio, Hoku Pa'a, featuring Tani U'ilani Waipa Kaneao. [caption id="attachment_1050" align="alignleft" width="600"] Singer-songwriter, Ali‘i Keanaaina will perform at the Ho‘olaule‘a after the parade.[/caption]
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2019 Parade Applications Being Accepted

2019 Parade Applications Being Accepted

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If you would like to participate in the upcoming King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade on Saturday, June 8, 2019, there is still time to submit an application. Categories include marching units, decorated floats, equestrian units, marching bands, hula halau and more. Download your application at KonaParade.org
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2017 Pa‘u Workshop at Kona Historical Society

2017 Pa‘u Workshop at Kona Historical Society

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Visitors are welcome to learn about the pa‘u equestrian tradition at the upcoming P‘au Workshop on Saturday, May 13 at Kona Historical Society. Beginning at 9:30 a.m., the event is tailored to participants of the upcoming King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade in Historic Kailua Village on Saturday, June 10, 2017. Kumu (teachers) of the pa‘u tradition will be on hand to demonstrate methods of wrapping the pa‘u skirt utilizing a single piece of fabric fastened at the waist with kukui nuts. Lei-making classes will also be held, along with equestrian protocol on horseback.   [caption id="attachment_772" align="alignleft" width="640"] Senoe Sakata practices wrapping of the pa‘u[/caption]
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