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Makalauna, Annual Observance & Tribute to Gabby Pahinui

October 15, 2022 to October 15, 2022

Hula dancers performing around the Gabby Pahinui statue.

Music, hula and lei draping to honor legendary musician Gabby “Pops” Pahinui and ‘ohana. A perpetual favorite, Pahinui’s statue graces the Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza. Scheduled to appear:

4:30 p.m. M.C. and Host Kimo Kahoano

Ceremonial tribute, led by Entertainment & Cultural Director, Blaine Kamalani Kia
Special Guest Kunia Galdeira (Grandson of Gabby Pahinui) will lead in the Lei Draping

5:30 to 8 p.m. Live Musical Tributes

Jerry Santos & Kamuela Kimokeo - Featuring Kawaikapuokalani Hewett
Mike Kaʻawa with Paul Kim & Analu Aina
Kunia Galdeira - Special Guest "Jam Session"
Kawika Kahiapo with Dean Wilhelm & Joe Berinobis

Makalauna, Annual Observance & Tribute to Gabby Pahinui