HONOLULU (HI Now) - Hawaiʻi’s music scene is ready for its biggest night of the year, and the 49th Annual Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards is bringing the celebration to the Sheraton Waikiki on July 11. The prestigious awards honor the artists, musicians, producers, and cultural storytellers who keep Hawaiʻi’s sound vibrant, powerful, and unforgettable.
Kalena Parish, President of the Hawaiʻi Academy of Recording Arts, joins HI Now Daily to share what fans can expect, what makes this year special, and why this celebration continues to be such an important moment for Hawaiʻi’s creative community.
Whether you are cheering from the audience or watching from home, the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards are a chance to celebrate the voices and songs that connect generations across the islands. The public can get tickets now at harahawaii.com, or tune in to Hawaii News Now on July 11, 2026 from 7 to 10 p.m. Follow along on Instagram at @nahokuhanohanoawards and @harahawaii.
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