Hawaii to host historic Pacific Arts Festival in 2024
June 07, 2024 | Maui County, Hawaii
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The Maui County Council has officially adopted Resolution 24107, celebrating the upcoming 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC), which will take place in Hawaii from June 6 to 16, 2024. This marks the first time Hawaii will host the festival, welcoming over 2,200 delegates from 27 Pacific Island nations for ten days of cultural exchange and celebration.
The resolution highlights the festival's theme, \"Ho'olu Lahuii,\" which translates to \"regenerating Oceania,\" and aims to address pressing issues such as climate change, rising sea levels, and social inequality affecting the Pacific region. FestPAC, which began in 1972, serves as a platform for showcasing indigenous Pacific cultures and fostering understanding among diverse communities.
Key events planned for the festival include a canoe arrival ceremony, an opening ceremony featuring performances and a parade, and a festival village at the Hawaii Convention Center showcasing traditional arts and crafts. The agenda will also include symposiums focused on sustainability and the preservation of Pacific heritage.
Council member Rollins Fernandez emphasized the significance of this event, noting that it represents a unique opportunity for cultural sharing and learning, especially in light of the historical context of Hawaii's cultural renaissance. He also called for an end to the Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RimPac), the world's largest international maritime warfare exercise, coinciding with the festival, to further celebrate the spirit of FestPAC.
The resolution will be transmitted to key state and local officials, including Governor Josh Green and Maui County Mayor Richard Bisson, as the community prepares for this landmark event that promises to enhance appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of the Pacific Islands.
The resolution highlights the festival's theme, \"Ho'olu Lahuii,\" which translates to \"regenerating Oceania,\" and aims to address pressing issues such as climate change, rising sea levels, and social inequality affecting the Pacific region. FestPAC, which began in 1972, serves as a platform for showcasing indigenous Pacific cultures and fostering understanding among diverse communities.
Key events planned for the festival include a canoe arrival ceremony, an opening ceremony featuring performances and a parade, and a festival village at the Hawaii Convention Center showcasing traditional arts and crafts. The agenda will also include symposiums focused on sustainability and the preservation of Pacific heritage.
Council member Rollins Fernandez emphasized the significance of this event, noting that it represents a unique opportunity for cultural sharing and learning, especially in light of the historical context of Hawaii's cultural renaissance. He also called for an end to the Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RimPac), the world's largest international maritime warfare exercise, coinciding with the festival, to further celebrate the spirit of FestPAC.
The resolution will be transmitted to key state and local officials, including Governor Josh Green and Maui County Mayor Richard Bisson, as the community prepares for this landmark event that promises to enhance appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of the Pacific Islands.
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