HOA is a Hawaiian cultural school whose mission is to teach and perpetuate the cultures, traditions and values of the People of Hawai’i.
Hālau O ‘Aulani was founded in 1996 for the sole purpose of creating a learning environment for students interested in the preservation of the multi-faceted cultures of Hawai’i with primary emphasis on the Hawaiian culture. Our intention is to develop the school as a perpetual entity with an educational vision through the next century for those students whose parents and grandparents have left or
06/10/2026
Perhaps one of the most beautiful things about attending the various Hawaiian functions around the DC region is connecting and reconnecting with ʻohana. So happy to have seen Alika again after so many years!!! Before he and his ‘ohana moved back to Hawaiʻi, his daughter was in our keiki class (she’s now 21!), and we were so blessed to have Alika as our alaka’i for ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi. 🌺
06/09/2026
How wonderfully heartwarming to see and hear The Aloha Boys together again in full force! 🌺🎶
Uncle Ramon Camarillo, Uncle Irv Queja, Uncle Glen Hirabayashi and Uncle Isaac Hoʻopiʻi started playing music together at Hālau O ʻAulani in 1996 for their daughters who were amongst Hālau’s first haumana. From there, they formed The Aloha Boys and have since performed across the U.S. at various events from backyard parties to concerts and prestigious functions. Life has since moved Uncle Ramon and Uncle Glen away from the DC region, so it was incredibly special to have them all together again at the King Kamehameha Lei Draping Ceremony this past Sunday. 🤙🏽
06/08/2026
Beautiful day in Washington DC, at the Capitol Visitors Center, for the annual King Kamehameha Lei Draping Ceremony! 🌿🌺
06/06/2026
Just TWO WEEKS until Ho’olaule’a!!! 🤩 We’re so excited for this year’s program and to share our stories with you! Have you purchased your tickets yet? What are you most excited about?! Drop the emoji below:
🌺 Hula
🌴 Tahitian
🍚 ‘Ono Grinds
🍧 Shave Ice
🍬 Hawaiian Candies
🛍️ Mākeke O Nā Haumana
🏆 Online Silent Auction
06/05/2026
Happy Aloha Friday! 💜🌿🤙🏽
06/04/2026
Have you had a chance yet to preview our silent auction?! 🤩
We’re trying something new this year at Ho’olaule’a… our silent auction will be ONLINE! This gives you the ability to preview everything ahead of time and start making your must-have lists! Once the silent auction opens online, you’ll have the convenience of placing your bids (and checking on them!) from wherever you may be, whether that’s outside enjoying food and shave ice or in your seat, ready to watch the performances! These are just a few items listed so far. You can access the full preview via here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/organizations/halau-o-aulani
06/03/2026
Make lei! 🌿🌺🌿🌺🌿🌺🌿
In preparation for the Kamehameha Lei Draping Ceremony this Sunday, June 7, haumana worked together during Enrichment Class to make lei for King Kamehameha and Father Damien.
06/02/2026
Mahalo nui to the Arlington Westover Library for inviting us to participate in their AAPI event this past weekend! We’ve had a fun-filled month of sharing aloha at various events throughout the DMV.
Alli Girl will be dancing in her 2nd ho’olaule’a with us this year! We love that, for two years now, she’s been dancing hula with her parents and grandmother while her grandfather plays music!
Come see us at Ho’olaule’a on Saturday, June 20!
Tickets can be purchased here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/organizations/halau-o-aulani
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06/01/2026
AANHPI performance at the First Baptist Church of Clarendon Child Development Center. It was a wonderful turnout, especially with so many keiki in attendance!
05/28/2026
The King Kamehameha Lei Draping Ceremony in Washington DC will take place on Sunday, June 7. Will we see you there?
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