Because Hawaii is the most ethnically diverse state in the country, annual cultural festivals abound throughout the islands. Add to those, celebrations surrounding the standard national holidays and seasons (such as Christmas in Hawaii), Hawaii State holidays, as well as local agricultural festivals and historical festivals.
At least one of my trips to Hawaii each year is generally planned around one of the large festivals that I've never attended before.
In order to fully appreciate the unique culture of Hawaii and its people, I strongly recommend that you consider planning your trip around one of the major festivals that take place during the year. Here are a few on each of the four major islands.
Big Island - Kona Coffee Cultural Festival, Merrie Monarch Festival
Kauai - Kauai Polynesian Festival, Koloa Plantation Days, Waimea Town Celebration Week
Maui - Celebration of the Arts, Kapalua Wine & Food Festival, Maui Onion Festival
Oahu - Aloha Festivals, Lei Day in Hawaii, Lantern Floating Hawaii
Find out more about the Hawaii's annual festivals and events.
A big part of planning when to visit Hawaii depends on what you want to do while your in the islands. We'll look at that next.
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