Learn to make flower lei, which is a garland or wreath in Hawai’i. Leave with a beautiful handmade lei to wear or share with someone special. A lei is a common symbol of love, friendship, celebration, honor or greeting.

Join us on this Hawaiian craft workshop to create your own kapa bookmark. “Ohe Kapala” is a piece of bamboo carved for printing “tapa” which is a bark cloth that has been softened through a process of soaking and beating.

Hala weaving is a traditional practice to make items such as baskets, hats and mats from leaves of Hala trees. Watch Keoua Nelsen expertly weave together leaves. Keoua Nelson is from Kona and comes from a long line of lauhala weavers.

In partnership with the Coral Resilience Lab at The Hawai’i Institute of Marine Biology

Draw, Paint, Create and Get Messy!
Every Wednesday | 3:30pm – 5:30pm

The Kahala invites all children (ages 5 and up) to spend the afternoon creating ocean-inspired art while learning about environmental stewardship. Both guests and the kamaʻāina are welcomed to engage and learn about Hawai‘i’s natural resources through the creation. We have all the supplies that keiki need to flex their creative muscles and create one-of-a-kind masterpieces to take home.

Due to limited availability, reservations are required. Please contact concierge to reserve your spot today!

Learn to make flower lei, which is a garland or wreath in Hawai’i. Leave with a beautiful handmade lei to wear or share with someone special. A lei is a common symbol of love, friendship, celebration, honor or greeting.

In partnership with the Coral Resilience Lab at The Hawai’i Institute of Marine Biology

Get to know what lives where you swim!
Every Wednesday & Friday | 10am – noon

Hawai’i’s beautiful coral reef ecosystems provide countless benefits to humans, fish, and other ocean creatures. Coral reefs are also facing significant threats and are struggling to stay alive. Both guests and the kamaʻāina are welcomed to engage and learn about Hawai‘i’s natural resources.

During a hands-on learning experience, get to know Hawai’i’s unique marine life. Learn about local conservation efforts & discover ways that you can help keep our treasured reefs healthy and thriving.

The ancient Hawaiian Art of weaving raffia, fern and flowers to create a beautiful bracelet (Kupe’e) for your wrist or ornament for your hair. Wear your creation to hula dancing class, immediately following.

Learn to make flower lei, which is a garland or wreath in Hawai’i. Leave with a beautiful handmade lei to wear or share with someone special. A lei is a common symbol of love, friendship, celebration, honor or greeting.

In partnership with the Coral Resilience Lab at The Hawai’i Institute of Marine Biology

Get to know what lives where you swim!
Every Wednesday & Friday | 10am – noon

Hawai’i’s beautiful coral reef ecosystems provide countless benefits to humans, fish, and other ocean creatures. Coral reefs are also facing significant threats and are struggling to stay alive. Both guests and the kamaʻāina are welcomed to engage and learn about Hawai‘i’s natural resources.

During a hands-on learning experience, get to know Hawai’i’s unique marine life. Learn about local conservation efforts & discover ways that you can help keep our treasured reefs healthy and thriving.

Learn to make flower lei, which is a garland or wreath in Hawai’i. Leave with a beautiful handmade lei to wear or share with someone special. A lei is a common symbol of love, friendship, celebration, honor or greeting.

Join us on this Hawaiian craft workshop to create your own kapa bookmark. “Ohe Kapala” is a piece of bamboo carved for printing “tapa” which is a bark cloth that has been softened through a process of soaking and beating.

Hala weaving is a traditional practice to make items such as baskets, hats and mats from leaves of Hala trees. Watch Keoua Nelsen expertly weave together leaves. Keoua Nelson is from Kona and comes from a long line of lauhala weavers.

In partnership with the Coral Resilience Lab at The Hawai’i Institute of Marine Biology

Draw, Paint, Create and Get Messy!
Every Wednesday | 3:30pm – 5:30pm

The Kahala invites all children (ages 5 and up) to spend the afternoon creating ocean-inspired art while learning about environmental stewardship. Both guests and the kamaʻāina are welcomed to engage and learn about Hawai‘i’s natural resources through the creation. We have all the supplies that keiki need to flex their creative muscles and create one-of-a-kind masterpieces to take home.

Due to limited availability, reservations are required. Please contact concierge to reserve your spot today!

Learn to make flower lei, which is a garland or wreath in Hawai’i. Leave with a beautiful handmade lei to wear or share with someone special. A lei is a common symbol of love, friendship, celebration, honor or greeting.

In partnership with the Coral Resilience Lab at The Hawai’i Institute of Marine Biology

Get to know what lives where you swim!
Every Wednesday & Friday | 10am – noon

Hawai’i’s beautiful coral reef ecosystems provide countless benefits to humans, fish, and other ocean creatures. Coral reefs are also facing significant threats and are struggling to stay alive. Both guests and the kamaʻāina are welcomed to engage and learn about Hawai‘i’s natural resources.

During a hands-on learning experience, get to know Hawai’i’s unique marine life. Learn about local conservation efforts & discover ways that you can help keep our treasured reefs healthy and thriving.