Tahiti Nui International Heiva i Honolulu · Heiva i Las Vegas · Heiva i Japan
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Heiva i Honolulu

Mauruuru — welcome to Hawaii's biggest and best Tahitian dance competition and festival, presented by Tahiti Nui International.

About the Festival

Heiva i Honolulu brings together soloists, dance groups, and cultural practitioners from across the Pacific for a celebration of Tahitian 'ori, music, and heritage. The festival is part of the international Heiva circuit organized by Tahiti Nui International.

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Applications

Resources are available for competitors and vendors who wish to take part. Each application page includes the rules and regulations you will need to review before submitting.

  • Soloist Application and Rules & Regulations
  • Group Application and Rules & Regulations
  • Food, Arts & Crafts Vendor Application and Rules & Regulations

Visit the Apply page to download forms and review entry requirements.

Gallery & Past Highlights

Browse photos from past Heiva i Honolulu events, captured by Mike Bambi and associates. The gallery offers a visual record of performances, costumes, and festival atmosphere from previous years.

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View the photo gallery.

Past Results

Competition results from previous Heiva i Honolulu festivals are archived for reference, including overall awards and standout soloists.

YearResults
2016Heiva i Honolulu 2016 Results
2015Heiva i Honolulu 2015 Results
2014Heiva i Honolulu 2014 Results
2013Heiva i Honolulu 2013 Results