HĀLAU
We are excited to share that the 17th Annual George Na'ope Hula Festival will be held at the Double Tree Hotel by Hilton Sacramento, July 17-19, 2026. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable celebration of hula, culture, and community. We can't wait to welcome you!
How to Enter
Step 1: Review the rules and regulation, and the sample scoresheet provided
Step 2: Fill out the Hālau application online form no later than May 25, 2026.
Step 3: Fill out the Mele Selection online form to secure your mele first by May 25, 2026
Step 4: Fill out fact sheet form and submit no later than June 1st, 2026
Step 5: Pay your entry fees by June 1st, 2026
Step 1: Review Competition Guidelines and Scoring
Please review these guidelines carefully to ensure compliance.
This will give you an idea of how performances are evaluated by our judges.
Step 2: Submit your
Hālau Application
Secure your spot in the competition! Application deadline is May 25, 2026.
Step 3: Submit your Mele Selection Form
Mele selection are first come first serve. Submit your form early to secure your choices! Deadline is May 25, 2026.
Step 4: Submit Fact Sheets
Fact sheets are due June 1st, 2026. You must submit one fact sheet per performance. Submit yours here!
Step 5: Pay your entry fees
Entry fees are due June, 1st, 2026. Pay yours here!