After the parade, the Kamehameha Day Celebration continues until 4 p.m. with a ho'olaule'a (music festival) in beautiful King Kamehameha Park in Kapa'au.

Enjoy continuous live entertainment with hula and traditional Hawaiian music. Stay tuned to this page for updates on this year's performers. Already confirmed to appear: Nino Ka'ai and Kahua; Kupaoa; and Cyril Pahinui. Hula offerings will be given by Halau 'O Ha'alelea (Kumu Raylene Ha'alelea Kawaiae'a) and Hula Halau O Ka Hana No'eau No Kalaniumi (Kumu Kaui Nakamura).

While you watch, sample Kohala's food. A variety of lunch choices and lots of special treats will be available from vendors in the park.

During the afternoon, festivalgoers can visit exhibits to learn more about North Kohala and Hawaiian and paniolo history and culture. On hand:

• elaborate horse lei from the floral parade
• information on Kamehameha and his original statue
• exhibits on Hawaiian herbs and paso finos horses
  
• demonstrations on quilting, lei-making, poi-pounding, and Hawaiian food preparation
• a preschool play area and youth activities
  
• plenty of hands-on opportunities for children and adults