2026 Alondra Park Hoʻolauleʻa
Date: Saturday, July 18 & Sunday, July 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Saturday), 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Sunday)
Sunday only: 9:00 AM Praise & Worship
Cost: FREE Admission
Location: Alondra Park
3850 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Lawndale, CA 90260
Organizer: Hawaiian Inter-Club Council of Southern California (HICCSC)
Website: hiccsc.com
Instagram: @alondraparkhoolaulea
About the Alondra Park Hoʻolauleʻa
The Alondra Park Hoʻolauleʻa is Southern California’s largest and longest-running Hawaiian cultural festival. Held every year on the third weekend of July at Alondra Park in Lawndale, this beloved celebration has brought together the Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community since 1981 – over four decades of aloha, music, and tradition right here in the South Bay.
Hosted by the Hawaiian Inter-Club Council of Southern California (HICCSC), the Hoʻolauleʻa is a homecoming for Hawaiians in Southern California. Member clubs, hālau hula, community organizations, and families from across Los Angeles, Orange County, and beyond gather each July to share culture, raise funds for their clubs, and strengthen the bonds that keep Hawaiian identity alive far from the islands.
What to Expect at the Hoʻolauleʻa
Live Entertainment: Two full days of continuous performances on the main stage and kanikapila stage, featuring hula, Tahitian dance, live Hawaiian music, and cultural presentations. Some of Southern California’s finest hālau hula and musical talent perform here every year.
Food: Look for the Hawai’i’s Daughters Guild food booth (sometimes they have kūlolo), Ainahau O Kaleponi Hawaiian Civic Club makes laulau, there’s fresh malasadas (the line is worth the wait!), and shave ice is essential on a typically hot July day.
Arts, Crafts & Vendors: Browse booths from Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander artisans, vendors, and community organizations. A great place to find heirloom jewelry, decals from Kam @hawaiianpridegrafixdesign, and one-of-a-kind gifts.
Games, Drawings & Prizes: Activities for all ages, plus drawings and prizes throughout the weekend.
Sunday Praise & Worship: Sunday opens at 9:00 AM with a Praise & Worship service before the festival begins, a tradition that reflects the faith roots of many families in Southern California.
Visitor Tips
- Bring your own chair and umbrella, shade is limited and July in Lawndale is hot.
- No alcohol or smoking is allowed on the premises.
- No pets allowed (service animals excepted).
- Street parking fills up fast. Arrive early or park at El Camino College (fee applies).
Getting to Alondra Park
Alondra Park is located at 3850 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Lawndale, CA 90260, in the heart of the South Bay and easily accessible from Torrance, Hawthorne, Gardena, Inglewood, and greater Los Angeles. Street parking surrounds the park but fills quickly; arriving early is strongly recommended.
About HICCSC
The Hawaiian Inter-Club Council of Southern California (HICCSC) is a nonprofit organization uniting Hawaiian and Pacific Islander civic clubs and organizations across the region. Through the Hoʻolauleʻa and year-round programming, HICCSC works to preserve Hawaiian culture, develop community leadership, and keep the spirit of aloha alive in Southern California. The annual Hoʻolauleʻa serves as both a cultural celebration and an important fundraising event for its member clubs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hoʻolauleʻa free?
Yes, free admission all weekend. Food, vendor purchases, and El Camino College parking are at your own cost.
When is the 2026 Hoʻolauleʻa?
Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19, 2026.
What time does it start?
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Sunday: 9:00 AM Praise & Worship, festival until 4:00 PM.
Where is Alondra Park?
3850 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Lawndale, CA 90260, next to the golf course.
Is there parking?
El Camino College charges per vehicle. Free street parking nearby fills up fast, arrive early.
Can I bring pets?
No pets allowed. Service animals are permitted.
What does hoʻolauleʻa mean?
It’s a Hawaiian word for celebration or festival. This one has been going strong since 1981 and is Southern California’s longest-running Hawaiian cultural event.
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