ʻOhana Fest 2026: “E Ulu Ē – Growing Stronger Together”

The 6th Annual ʻOhana Fest

Saturday, April 11, 2026 | UH Maui College

In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, the community is invited to attend Hoʻoikaika Partnership’s annual festival happening in April.

ʻOhana Fest is a free community event that brings together families, community partners, and local businesses for a morning of connection, resources, and fun. The event includes entertainment, cultural activities, games, prizes, and opportunities for families to learn about community resources in a welcoming and positive environment. 

This year’s theme, “E Ulu Ē – Growing Stronger Together,” draws inspiration from the ulu tree, a traditional symbol of nourishment, strong roots, growth, and intergenerational care. Once abundant in Lāhainā and now returning to the landscape, ulu reflects both cultural continuity and community resilience. Like the ulu tree, our ʻohana becomes stronger when nurtured with care. Together, we cultivate resilience, connection, and a future full of abundance for our keiki.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

9:00 a.m. – Hoʻoikaika Partnership welcomes participating agencies, vendors and families to the 6th Annual ʻOhana Fest: “E Ulu Ē / Growing Stronger Together” in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month and gives a special acknowledgement to our co-sponsors/funders

10:30 a.m. – Mayor Bissen Proclamation recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, organized by Friends of the Children’s Justice Center of Maui

10:45 a.m. – Story Circle with Mayor Bissen reading Kalo Boy’s Adventure to Make Pono: He Huakaʻi ʻOhana, a children’s book created by Hoʻoikaika Partnership to promote protective factors and early literacy

11:00 a.m. – Proclamation recognizing Home Visitors Appreciation Week, honoring the vital role of home visiting professionals in supporting families and strengthening early childhood development

11:50 a.m.-12:00 p.m. – Announce bingo card grand prizes

• Maui Humane Society
• Mental Health America of Hawaiʻi
• Office of the County Clerk – Elections Division
• Parents And Children Together (PACT)
• Royal Family Kids Maui
• State of Hawaii, Department of Human Services – Med-QUEST
• Teran James Young Foundation
• The Maui Farm
• University of Hawaii Manoa Cooperative Extension, Kahului Office
• University of Hawaii Maui College
• Village of Hope Maui
• Wisdom Circles Oceania

Mahalo to the co-sponsors of ʻOhana Fest 2026

Our work at Hoʻoikaika Partnership is made possible through the generous funding from our donors including those listed below. Maui Family Support Services is the fiscal agent for Hoʻoikaika Partnership.

The Molokaʻi Community Action Team is planning a day full of fun, learning and ʻohana for our keiki. This year will include new activities like a Box Car Parade, Adult Contests and a Photo Booth.

Vendors who can bring exciting activities for the kids, make them smile and help them learn new things are welcome! Ready to join the fun?

Let’s come together to uplift our keiki as a community!

Mahalo to Maui Waena Intermediate School’s media students for making this compilation video of ʻOhana Fest 2025: A Journey to Mālama ʻOhana!

Past ʻOhana Fest