Kamaʻāina Sundays
KAMAʻĀINA SUNDAYS PRESENTED BY AMERICAN SAVINGS BANK
NEXT EVENT: October 8, 2023 | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Friends of ʻIolani Palace welcomes all locals and visitors to the Palace Grounds for Kamaʻāina Sunday. Generously sponsored by American Savings Bank, Kamaʻāina Sundays provide an opportunity to explore the Palace and learn more about various aspects of Hawaiian culture with exciting entertainment, educational booths and family-friendly activities. The theme is Moʻōlelo Traditions, highlighting stories, myths, legends that are part of the cultural fabric of Hawaiʻi.
Self-led audio tours will be available for the first 500 attendees. A valid Hawaiʻi State ID, Hawaiʻi driver’s license, or proof of Hawaiʻi residency is required for each complimentary ticket. One complimentary ticket per Hawaiʻi resident. Kamaʻāina are encouraged to come early!
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ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
Stay tuned for the activity and entertainment schedules!
PLAN YOUR VISIT
- Richard Street gate at ‘Iolani Palace will open at 8:30 a.m. on Kamaʻāina Sundays with activities and tours from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Self-led audio tours will be available for the first 500 attendees. A valid Hawaiʻi State ID or Hawaiʻi driver’s license is required for each complimentary ticket. One complimentary ticket per Hawaiʻi resident.
- Free parking is available at the Civic Center Municipal Parking Garage (entrance on S. Beretania Street) and metered street parking is also free. No parking will be allowed on ʻIolani Palace grounds.
- Guests will visit the first and second floors of Iolani Palace, which includes the staterooms and private quarters of the royal monarchs. The tour concludes with a self-guided exploration of the basement gallery exhibits showcasing the royal collections, restored Kitchen, and Chamberlain’s Office.