HĀLAU

Announcing Our New Location & Dates

We are excited to share that the 16th Annual George Na'ope Hula Festival will be held at the Double Tree Hotel by Hilton Sacramento, August 8-10, 2025. 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

Step 3: Fill out the Mele Selection online form to secure your mele first

Step 4: Fill out fact sheet form and submit no later than June 30th, 2025

Step 5: Pay your entry fees by June 30th, 2025

Step 1: Review Competition Guidelines and Scoring

Please review these guidelines carefully to ensure compliance.

Rules & Regulations

This will give you an idea of how performances are evaluated by our judges.

Sample Scoresheet

Step 2: Submit your
Hālau Application

Secure your spot in the competition!

Application form

Step 3: Submit your Mele Selection Form

Mele selection are first come first serve. Submit your form early to secure your choices!

Mele Selection Form

Step 4: Submit Fact Sheets

Fact sheets are due June 30th, 2025. Submit yours here!

Fact sheet form

Step 5: Pay your entry fees

Entry fees are due June, 30, 2025. Pay yours here!