HONOLULU (HI Now) - A weeklong marketplace is coming to the Neal S. Blaisdell Center, spotlighting community, culture, and Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs. The Na Mea Hawai‘i Marketplace runs July 20 to 22 during the 2026 Native Hawaiian Convention, then transitions into the Keiki Hula Market from July 23 to 25 alongside the 51st Annual Queen Liliuokalani Keiki Hula Competition and Festival. Entry is free and open to the public.
Expect more than vendor booths. Creators from across the pae aina will be there, from local designers to cultural makers, plus interactive moments like lei making with Uncle Bill Char and author book signings. Families can plan for a keiki focused experience with more than 90 vendors, including 30 plus opiʻo vendors through Keiki Rise selling youth created products, plus awards recognizing standout young entrepreneurs.
The marketplace also leans into limited, photo ready finds, including a Pegge Hopper dress collaboration with Na Mea Hawai‘i and NOHO Home, and the first Na Mea Hawai‘i aloha wear line made with Tutuvi. Convention attendees can also receive an additional 10 percent off inside the Na Mea Hawai‘i installation.
Have a business idea you are ready to share? Hawaiian Council Director of Business Development Max Mukai and the KuHana Small Business Accelerator team host Lets Make a Deal on Monday, July 20 from 1:00 to 2:45 p.m. Learn more at hawaiiancouncil.org/convention and follow @hawaiiancouncil for updates.
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