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Hawaiian May Day Festival 2024 (Hayward)

Saturday, May 11, 2024 - 11:00 am to 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Downtown Hayward | B Street, Hayward, CA 94541
East Bay

Event Details

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We are back in Hayward for the third year, celebrating Hawaiian May Day 2024!

This FREE family-friendly event is hosted by the Kumu Hula Association of Northern California, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, dedicated to perpetuating Native Hawaiian and Polynesian culture through arts, language, music, and dancing. We are hosting the FREE May Day Festival on May 11, 2024, on the streets of Downtown Hayward.

What’s happening?

Hawaiian May Day Festival – Food and arts and crafts vendors, hula performances, live music.

Location:  B St. and Main St. Hayward, CA​
Time: 11am – 6pm
Festival Admission: Free

Where can I park?
Free public parking at Foothill and C St, Mission Blvd and B St.​

When are the performances?
11:00am – 6:00pm, Standing room only
VIP Section available $50 – limited capacity

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music
Address: B Street, Hayward, CA 94541

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