'Ukulele Picnic – Renamed and Reborn!

"Mahalo to Roy Sakuma for supporting the commemoration of our 15th anniversary with the renaming of our event to 'International 'Ukulele Festival of Hawai'i'. This rebirth of our event furthers our mission of fostering stronger ties to the local community and spreading peace from Hawai'i to the world." says Kazuyuki Sekiguchi, our event organizer. "Imagine 'ukulele fans from around the world gathering in Kapiolani Park with our local community, enjoying this festival together—it's truly a wonderful and peaceful scene to behold."

International 'Ukulele Festival of Hawai'i

On Saturday, July 27, 2024, the Kapiolani Park bandstand will feature renowned Hawai'i performers including Raiatea Helm, Jake Shimabukuro, Crossing Rain, and international performers from France, Portugal, South Korea and Japan's 1933 'Ukulele All Stars and Suzuki Tomoki. Keiki performances will include the Roy Sakuma 'Ukulele Studios, 'Ukulele Hale, and Kalihi Kapalama Elementary School. Enjoy food booths, 'ukulele displays by Hawai'i's famous 'ukulele makers and a special collection of 'ukuleles displayed by the Hawai'i State Archives. Join us for afestive day at the International 'Ukulele Festival of Hawai'i!