The 13th annual Heiva I Kauai Aug. 2-3 at Kapaa Beach Park was a celebration of Heiva I Kauai, an international Tahitian dance and drumming competition.
It showcased solo and group competitors from Hawaii, the Mainland and Japan. Vendors sold handcrafted items including clothing, jewelry, bone carvings and more.
Photos by Daniel Lane
Jessica Herman, Kalia Kaneakua and Julianne Castro
Kyanna Salesasuncion, Tiffany Sagucio, Renee Anderson-Navarro and Mahie Lumwon
Tepairu Manea and Pualani Avaeoro
Folau Nonu and Patu Arii
Ashton Peralta Leanio Balagat and Joyce Peralta
Kamalani Hopkins and Kalelei Rogers
Kealohi and Keoni Pau
Jenny and Kirklyn Nishida-Llanes
Drummers of Toa Huhina from Tahiti, performing music and dances from the Marquesas Islands