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What the Heiva judges say about stage presence and energy

Tahiti Nui International’s Heiva festivals bring Tahitian dance, music, arts and craft traditions to audiences in Honolulu, Las Vegas and Japan. At a…

How to purchase official Heiva festival merchandise

Official Heiva festival merchandise is easiest to find through the same channels that publish event details, vendor lists and ticket information. The safest…

Staying Hydated During Outdoor Heiva Events

Heiva festivals bring together powerful Tahitian dance, live drumming, singing, craft stalls and long stretches of time outdoors. Performers and spectators may…

Parking for Heiva Festival in Downtown Honolulu

Heiva attracts festival-goers from across Hawaiʻi, the mainland United States and overseas, so parking near the central event venues can be the hardest part of…

A Quick History Of The Heiva Festival In Japan

Heiva is one of the most recognisable celebrations of Tahitian culture, bringing together dance, drumming, singing, costume, crafts and community traditions.…

Behind the scenes: Heiva’s sound and lighting setup

Tahiti Nui International’s Heiva festivals bring Tahitian dance, live percussion, recorded competition music and cultural presentation into demanding live…

Keeping Kids Entertained at a Heiva Festival

Keeping your kids entertained during the Heiva Festival is less about filling every minute and more about choosing experiences they can enter at their own…

Heiva competitions in the United States: a changing cultural arena

The evolution of Heiva competitions in the United States has moved the Tahitian dance tradition from community celebration into a more formal performance…

The Family Story Behind a Tahitian Jewellery Stall at Heiva

At a Heiva festival, the jewellery stall is often as inviting as the dance floor. Visitors arrive for Tahitian dance, live drumming and colourful costumes,…

How Heiva Festivals Support Local Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Communities

Heiva festivals bring Tahitian dance, music, craft, food and storytelling into public spaces where Pacific cultures can be seen, heard and practised. In…