May Day Celebration at Grand Wailea
Join us as we pay tribute to Hawaiian culture and the spirit of Aloha to celebrate May Day with three days of special classes and activities, a marketplace with 20+ local vendors, live music, and more.
May 1
Beginner's Hula Lesson
KILOHANA CULTURAL CENTER
Join us for an all-age group hula lesson.
Fresh Flower Lei Making
KILOHANA CULTURAL CENTER
Join us to string a fresh flower lei in the traditional style of kui.
Reservations are required to participate. Please be advised that this is a paid activity.
Ti-Leaf Lei Making
KILOHANA CULTURAL CENTER
Join in to make a Lei in the hilo style using ti-leafs gathered from our property.
Reservations are required to participate.
May 2
Private Lei Collection Display
MAIN LOBBY
Come view a private lei collection of one of our very own Team Members.
May Day Marketplace
MAIN LOBBY
Come visit and shop our May Day Marketplace featuring 20+ local artisans.
The Lūʻau at Grand Wailea Showcase
MAIN LOBBY
Catch a glimpse into our lūʻau with mele and hula shared by the cast of our lūʻau team.
Grand Wailea Team Member & Keiki Lei Contest
MAIN LOBBY
Come check out and vote for your favorite lei made by our Grand Wailea Team Members.
Live Music by Mauiʻs Own: Akoni
MAIN LOBBY
Enjoy the sounds of Maui's talented musician, Akoni Palomino.
May 3
Lei Hulu Display
PROTEA BOARDROOM
Lei hulu (feather lei), once worn by Hawaiian royalty, are intricately crafted adornments symbolizing honor and beauty. We invite you to experience this timeless tradition and artistry.
Pua Hulu Class
PROTEA BOARDROOM
Celebrate May Day with the creation of a forever keepsake feather flower.
Reservations are required to participate. Please be advised that this is a paid activity.
Eyelash Yarn Lei Class
PROTEA BOARDROOM
Learn to make a lei by keeping the tradition of lei alive in a non-traditional fashion.
Reservations are required to participate. Please be advised that this is a paid activity.
Lei Hulu Demonstration
PROTEA BOARDROOM
During this live demonstration, you’ll see how vibrant feathers are skillfully woven into beautiful lei that carry deep cultural meaning and history. We invite you to stop by, learn, and enjoy this special cultural experience.