KO OLINA, OʻAHU, HAWAIʻI (September 3, 2025) — This September, Ko Olina Resort will participate in the renowned Aloha Festivals 2025, inviting guests and the broader West Oʻahu community to experience authentic Hawaiian culture through a vibrant week of public events. From September 7–13, resort properties will host a variety of cultural programs, culminating in a free celebration on Saturday, September 13 featuring entertainment and an appearance by the Aloha Festivals Royal Court.

Established in the tradition of Makahiki—a centuries‑old Hawaiian harvest festival—the Aloha Festivals showcase the spirit of aloha through ceremonial pageantry, music, dance, food, and community gatherings. The 2025 theme, Ko Kula Uka, Ko Kula Kai (“Those of the Upland, Those of the Shore”), honors the deep connection between Hawai‘i’s inland and coastal communities and celebrates the foodways and contributions of farmers, fishermen, and home cooks across the islands.

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ALOHA FESTIVALS WEEK AT KO OLINA – SEPTEMBER 7–13

As part of festival week, Ko Olina Resort properties will host engaging and authentic cultural experiences open to the public:

• Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi
  Māka‘ika‘i, The Art of Aulani Resort
  Go on a guided walking tour showcasing the art and cultural influences found throughout Aulani. Enjoy an in-depth look at the one-of-a-kind environment created by Walt Disney Imagineers that reflects the rich tradition and beauty of the island. Mon., Sep. 8 – Fri., Sep. 12; tours begin at 4 pm.

To make reservations, please visit the online booking site.

• Four Seasons Resort Oʻahu at Ko Olina
  Available for guests on a first‑come, first‑served basis, these cultural workshops include:

• Sunrise Shell Necklace Workshop (Sun., Sept. 7, $275 pp)

• Body Art and Temporary Tattoos (Mon., Sept. 8, $20 pp)

• Lei Poʻo Workshop (Tues., Sept. 9, $90 pp)

• Resin Surfboard Workshop (Wed., Sept. 10 $85 pp)

• Lauhala Weaving (Thurs. Sept. 11, $50 pp)

• Hula Lessons (Fri., Sept. 12 $100 pp)

• Complimentary valet parking for restaurant diners

Find more information and bookings, please visit the Four Seasons Resort Oʻahu Activity Calendar.

• Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club
  Offerings include:

• Ti-Leaf Lei Making (Sun., Sept. 7, $5 pp)

• Fia Fia Luau (Tues., Sept. 9; call 808-679-4728 for reservations)

• Coconut Frond Weaving (Wed., Sept. 10, $5 pp)

• Signature Nā Mele event featuring live Hawaiian music and more than 20 local artists and artisans on the propertyʻs Great Lawn (Sat., Sept. 13th from 9:00 am)

• Ko Olina Golf Club

Hawaiian Mini Golf Experience

Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun, interactive mini golf experience suitable for all ages. To register, please call the Ko Olina Golf Shop at 808-676-5300.

ALOHA FESTIVALS KO OLINA COMMUNITY CELEBRATION – SEPTEMBER 13

The week culminates with an all-ages, free event on the resortʻs Ulua Lagoon Lawn, from 4:00  pm-7:00  pm on Saturday, September 13. Featuring entertainment and the Aloha Festivals Royal Court.  The celebration aims to unite resort guests, residents, employees, and the west side community in a shared aloha experience.  Traditional welcome protocol to receive the Royal Court is scheduled for 4 pm (time subject to change).

About Ko Olina Resort

Ko Olina is a 642-acre resort community on the western shore of O‘ahu. Resort partners include Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, Four Seasons Resort O‘ahu at Ko Olina, Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club, Beach Villas at Ko Olina, Ko Olina Golf Club, Ko Olina Marina, and the Ko Olina Station and Ko Olina Center retail hub. The resort, known as O‘ahu’s premier vacation destination, also features four pristine oceanfront lagoons connected by 1 ½ miles of shoreline pathways, access to a diverse selection of ocean and outdoor activities, and the island’s best weather. For more information, visit https://koolina.com/

Ko Olina Media Resources

Ko Olina at a Glance: Download fact sheet and past releases

Interviews Available with:

• Sweetie Nelson, Director, Destination Marketing, Ko Olina Resort

• Kūhiō Lewis, CEO, Hawaiian Council

• Michelle Edwards, Director of PR & Communications, Four Seasons Resort O‘ahu at Ko Olina

• Nikki Medwetz, Public Affairs Director, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

• Andrew Olmstead, Director of Marketing, Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club

• Marya Grebas, Sales & Marketing Manager, Ko Olina Golf Club

Recent News: Partnership Between Hawaiian Council and Ko Olina Resort

Image & Media Library: High-resolution images and maps

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