The Mākeke @ Keiki Hula

This year, Keiki Hula has collaborated with The Mākeke, an initiative by the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA), to create a vibrant and diverse marketplace that perfectly complements the essence of the Keiki Hula event. The partnership aims to provide attendees with a unique and immersive shopping experience that celebrates the diverse offerings of Hawaiʻi’s small businesses.

The collaboration between Keiki Hula and The Mākeke aligns with both organizations' missions to support and promote Hawaiʻi. Keiki Hula sees the marketplace as an opportunity to provide hands-on experiences that highlight the diverse vendors of Hawaiʻi and their products. The Mākeke, on the other hand, strives to create platforms for local entrepreneurs and artisans to share their work and connect with the community while developing greater financial stability.

Together, Keiki Hula and The Mākeke are striving to curate a marketplace that will create a memorable and enchanting atmosphere for attendees. The marketplace will be an experience in and of itself, with enchanting music, live performances, and the warmth of hospitality. Visitors will have the opportunity to engage with local artisans, learn about their craft, and directly support the vendors through the purchasing of products.