The event will feature entertainment by The Kalama School Ukulele Band under the direction of Benny Uyetake, Kuikawa, award-winning artist Josh Tatofi (pictured), Halau Kekuaokala‘au‘ala‘iliahi with Na Kumu Hula Iliahi and Haunani Paredes, hosted by Cody Pueo Pata.

KAHULUI — The Prince Kuhio Maui Ho’olaule’a returns to Queen Ka’ahumanu Center on Friday, March 24, from 4 to 8:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public and features free keiki activities, hands-on exhibits, Hawaiian music and hula.

Enjoy entertainment by The Kalama School Ukulele Band under the direction of Benny Uyetake, Kuikawa, award-winning artist Josh Tatofi, Halau Kekuaokala’au’ala’iliahi with Na Kumu Hula Iliahi and Haunani Paredes, hosted by Cody Pueo Pata.

Come talk story and learn more about the Halau of ‘Oiwi Art and enjoy exhibits and hands-on activities with Maui Grown 808, Kapa Curious, ‘Ohana Kwon of Lanai, the Lahaina Hawaiian Civic Club, Malama Ka’ehu and Waihe’e Limu Restoration.

Hawaii celebrates two special holidays; June 11 is for Kamehameha I, and March 26 is in honor of Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana’ole.

Prince Kuhio was born on March 26, 1871. In addition to serving as a delegate to the U.S. Congress for two decades and establishing the Hawaiian Homestead Commission Act, he led establishment of the county system of government and what are now known as Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Haleakala National Park.

He also brought in many millions of dollars for infrastructure projects like harbors, lighthouses and a hospital at Kalaupapa.

“We got great feedback last year about the change in venue to Queen Ka’ahumanu Center from the Lahaina Banyan Tree,” said Daryl Fujiwara, the event coordinator.

“Finally, I don’t have to drive all the way to Lahaina to enjoy one of your wonderful cultural events,” shared a spectator. “My heart is in Lahaina, but it feels good to be able to share our celebrations with more of our community. We’ll be back in Lahaina for Kamehameha Day Saturday, June 17.”

For more information, visit facebook.com/princekuhiomaui.