World Whale Day
Type: Island Culture
Date: Saturday, February 18, 2012-Saturday, February 18, 2012
Time: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Hawaiian Islands - Maui
Address: Kihei, HI, 96753
Venue: Kalama Park, South Kihei Road, Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
Phone: 808-249-8811
Summary:
World Whale Day is an all-day celebration that honors the humpback whales that come to Maui each winter. This event begins at 9:00 am with the Parade of Whales. The public is invited to enjoy free live entertainment on two stages, including performances by some of Hawaii’s top recording stars, including Anuhea, Hapa, John Cruz, Lukas Nelso and Promise of the Real, Marty Dread, Nuff Sedd and Willie K, plus hula and fire dance performances by Manutea Nui E. The second stage will feature chidren's entertainers, including Uncle Wayne Watkins. The day also features great food by Maui restaurants; a Keiki (Children’s) Carnival with bouncy rides, games and activities; a huge "Made on Maui" artisans fair; environmental displays and more. It takes place at Kalama Park, across from Foodland on South Kihei Road, Maui. To learn more, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org.