13th Annual Heiva I Kauai
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