Moiliili Summer Fest

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🏮Mahalo nui to everyone who attended our 11th Annual Mō‘ili‘ili Summer Fest, Honolulu’s largest Bon Dance last Saturday! We would like to thank this year’s supporters and donors for making our annual festival possible. 🤙🏻

Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Hawaii – gohawaii.com
Kamehameha Schools
Central Pacific Bank Foundation
Aloha Tofu Factory, Inc.
Asato Family Shop
Sumofish
HOCU
HMSA
Event Sanitation Plus
Penske
Kana'i's Junk Removal
Matson
Aloha Gas
E Noa Tours
Waikiki Trolley
Menehune Water Company

A special mahalo to our community organizations- Kamehameha Schools, Moiliili Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, Moiliili Community Center, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i, University of Hawaii at Manoa.

Also, thank you to all of our vendors- food and retail for participating in our annual festival!

As summer is in full swing, please continue to support various temples across the state and participate in their Bon Dance till September.

Mahalo nui loa!🏮

Mahalo nui for covering our 11th Annual Mō’ili’ili Summer Fest (held on July 6, 2024)! KHON2 News Island Life HI Hawaii News Now - Sunrise

Thank you for joining us on air:
Kamehameha Schools
Asato Family Shop
Taiko Center of the Pacific
Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i
Hawaii Shin Kobukai dance and Iwakuni group


Mahalo to Sumofish for another awesome t-shirt collab, Asato Family Shop for another outstanding sherbert collab and for coordinating these news opportunities!

We hope all of you had a wonderful time at our 11th Annual Mō’ili’ili Summer Fest! 🏮🪭

Running low on cash at the 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest? Don’t worry, there will be an ATM available for money withdrawal provided by ATM Pacific which will be located near the Varsity Building roundabout.

Locally owned and operated ATM Pacific is Hawai‘i’s best ATM service provider and trusted leader in solutions with secure cash dispensers statewide.

Mahalo ATM Pacific for continuing to support our annual festival!

Mahalo to Aloha Tofu Factory, Inc. for supporting this year’s 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest on Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm - 10pm, 1100 University Ave!

Established since 1950, the Uyehara ohana and their staff throughout the years, have provided fresh locally-made tofu products for restaurants, okazuya, hotels, and the wider Hawai‘i community. Their tofu products can be found throughout the state of Hawai‘i at your nearest grocery store.

Jackie’s Kitchen will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

Stop by their booth for Pasteles, Gandule Rice, Pastele Stew, Pana Dejas, BBQ Plate, Burritos, Faijtas, Chili Plate, Chili Cheese Hot Dog, Chili Cheese Nachos, Mac Ube Salad and more!

Wrap & Roll will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

Catch them on Coyne Street serving up Pork Shanghai, veggie pork, banana lumpia, pork hash tempura imitation crab wonton noodles chicken katsu regular/spicy Mochiko chicken Fried Pork blt/chicken wraps, homemade iced tea and more!

Tropicold Wai will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

They will be serving up some premium Polynesian vaifala. Originated in Samoa and made in Hawai‘i.

Updated Collaboration flyers and prices. Get your collaboration items from Sumofish & Asato Family Shop at the Sneak Peek Preview this Friday, July 5, 2024 from 5pm - 8pm or at the 11th Annual Mō’ili’ili Summer Fest on Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm - 10pm.

Sumofish t-shirts will be $34 each. Small decals will be $5 and large decals will be $6 each.

Asato Family Shop Collaboration Sherbert Flavor, Kinako Brown Sugar Mochi will be $12/pint. Only available at the Sneak Peek Preview.

They will be offering cups of the collaboration flavor on Saturday for $4 along with their original flavors and monaka.

A portion of the proceeds will be going towards the production of this festival. Mahalo for your support!

Honolulu's Largest Bon Dance is this Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5:00pm - 10:00pm at 1100 University Ave. (the old Varsity theatre parking lot.) Visit our website: www.moiliilisummerfesthi.com for more information.

Stop by on Friday for our Sneak Peek Preview from 5:00pm - 8:00pm for a relaxed atmosphere and pick up andagi, dinner, collaboration items from Sumofish & Asato Family Shop, Bon Dance towels from Moiliili Hongwanji Buddhist Temple and more! No Traditional Bon Dance on Friday.

Mahalo to Island Life HI Lina Girl for having us on the show yesterday. A special mahalo to our community partner, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i for joining us on air and for coordinating this opportunity for us.

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Honolulu's Largest Bon Dance Thousands of people are set to attend Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest on July 5 & July 6.

Mahalo to Island Life HI and Lina Girl for having us yesterday promoting both our Sneak Peek Preview & the 11th Annual Mō’ili’ili Summer Fest this weekend! 🏮🪭

A special mahalo to our community partner Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i for joining us on air and for coordinating this opportunity for us.

STEAK FARM will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

They will be serving Steak Plates, BBQ Chicken Plates, Bulgogi Cheesesteak Sandwich with fries, Steak and chicken Combo, Steak Onion Mushroom Plate and Steak Onion Mushroom sandwich with fries and more! Visit them on Coyne Street.

Sausage Fest Hawaii will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

Check them out for Gourmet Hot Dogs with a variety of assorted toppings. They will also have fries and various local desserts.

Did you catch us on Sunrise Weekend yesterday? We featured our upcoming 11th Annual Mō’ili’ili Summer Fest, this Saturday, July 6.

Mahalo nui to and our friends over at who will be participating at both our Sneak Peek Preview & festival. Also, a special shout out to for being our public relations specialist this year.

Sato Seafood will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

They will be serving up a variety of Poke bowls from Macadamia Aburi (Torched Salmon Poke with Macadamia), Hawaiian Munchies (Ahi Poke with Crispy Garlic, Tenkasu, Spicy Mayo and Sweet Soy Glaze), Spicy Limu Hawaiian and more!

Kona Ice of Kapolei/Ewa Beach will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

Cool down during the festival with your Shave ice. Kona Ice will be located on Coyne Street. Perfect for the keiki and keiki at heart.

Something super awesome is coming soon with . Another reason why you should attend the 11th Annual Mō’ili’ili Summer Fest (Honolulu’s Largest Bon Dance) this Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5:00pm - 10:00pm, 1100 University Ave and Coyne Street. Stay tuned for more information!

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Kealoha Seafoods Da Hub will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

Visit their food truck located on Coyne Street. They will be serving up: Poke Bowls, Deep Fried Spam Musubi, Dino Nuggies (perfect for the keiki), Smash Tuna Burgers and more!

🏮We're one week away! Join us for the 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at the former Varsity Theatre parking lot and Coyne Street (1100 University Ave.) from 5:00pm – 10:00pm. Taiko Center of the Pacific will be opening our Entertainment Program starting at 5:00pm.

Thousands are expected to celebrate this crowd favorite event honoring the historic Mōʻiliʻili district and Obon season featuring Honolulu’s largest bon dance. This community planned and programmed annual event also includes a modern street festival featuring a diversity of local food vendors, artisans, retailers, cultural entertainment and more!

Mahalo to our sponsors: Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Kamehameha Schools, Central Pacific Bank Foundation along with our Mōʻiliʻili community partners for hosting this signature even that celebrates community and bringing people together.

A special shout out & Mahalo to Honolulu Magazine for publishing an Insider Guide to our festival. Check it out as it has everything you need to know! https://www.honolulumagazine.com/moiliili-summer-fest/

Don't forget to stop by a special kick-off event will be held on Friday, July 5, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the event site. This pre-event celebration is perfect for families seeking a taste of Andagi, Flying Saucers and Bon Dance Towels in a more relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy complimentary parking and discover something for everyone amidst the festivities.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🏮

Jugem will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

They will be serving up classic Japanese Curry and Rice!

JJz Treatz will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

They will be selling Fusion Raspados, Fruit Bowls, Icy Fruit Bars, Frozen Grapes, Frozen Pickles, Frozen Watermelon, Frozen Fruit Toppings and more! Perfect for this hot and humid weather!

Hott Potstickers will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

They will be serving up assorted potstickers, meat sticks, spring rolls and boba milk tea. Stop by and check out their food truck on Coyne Street.

Hawaiian Pie Company will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

Visit their booth next to Kamehameha Schools, their tenant ‘ohana for a variety of pies- Caramel Apple Passion Pear Mini Pies (two of their most popular flavors) and other pies. Indulge in your favorite mini pies!

Hawaiian Honey Cones will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

Visit their booth for Hokkaido cream in a J-shaped, 100% organic, gluten-free cone! A must-try dessert!

Fujiyama Texas Hawaii　（フジヤマテキサス　ハワイ）, a Mōʻiliʻili business will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

Check out their food truck as they will be selling Japanese udon, curry, assorted bowls and assorted snacks such as Takoyaki.

Da Mochi Guys will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

Visit their booth for assorted stuffed mochi, deep fried poi mochi balls, butter mochi, chichi dango, bento boxes and more!

Corn Onoz Hawai'i will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

They specialize in a variety of flavored corn on the cob. Easy to eat while walking around the festival. Stop by and pick up a snack!

Chibi Confectionery will be participating at our 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm), 1100 University Ave.

They specialize in cookies, cupcakes, pies, parfaits and more! Be sure to stop by and find desserts for the entire family!

Moiliili Hongwanji Buddhist Temple has been a community organization since the start of the Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest and continues to make this annual festival possible each year.

Mōʻiliʻili Hongwanji Mission will be selling their Bon Dance towels and drinks at the Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Friday, July 5, 2024 from 5pm to 8pm).

Check out their multiple booths at the 11th Annual Mōʻiliʻili Summer Fest (Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 5pm – 10pm). Their booths include: concession selling your Bon Dance favorites (see menu below), retail shopping, children’s activities, donation booth, butsudan booth, drink tent and more!

Bon Dance Favorites include:
• Shoyu Pork
• Yakisoba
• Teri Burger
• Natto Pasta
• Saimin
• Spam Musubi
• Natto Cups
• Yudofu
• Mochi

Mōʻiliʻili Hongwanji Mission was established in 1906 and has been serving the Mōʻiliʻili community for 118 years by providing spiritual guidance & growth through counseling, Sunday Services, radio programs, newsletters, a variety of classes and more. In addition, they have a Dharma School (Sunday School) and Jr. YBA (Young Buddhist Association) to nurture young people with values of kindness and compassion.

Check out their website: https://www.moiliilihongwanji.org