Enjoy demonstrations and learn hands-on all about kapa (barkcloth) making, kapa tools, and growing wauke (paper mulberry tree), along with kapa dyes, 'ohe kāpala (bamboo stamp) and kapa decorating at this unique outdoor festival. Guests will also enjoy an array of vendors of Hawaiian arts and crafts, along with food, music, and hula throughout the weekend!

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies/procedures to participate should contact Peter Van Dyke at 808-323-3318 as soon as possible, but no later than October 3, 2012.

Supported part by a grant from the Hawai'i Tourism Authority (HTA), in partnership with the County of Hawai'i through the County Product Enrichment Program (CPEP). The Kapa Festival is one of the HTA's Festivals of Hawai'i, celebrating diversity and aloha throughout Hawai'i.