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PRINCE KUHIO DAY

When is Prince Kuhio Day in 2023?

Prince Kuhio Day in 2023 is on the Monday, 27th of Mar (3/27/2023).

Prince Kuhio Day is on the 86th day of 2023. There are 279 days left in the year.

Prince Kuhio Day Facts

  • Date: Mar 27, 2023
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  • Celebrations: Celebrations; parades, festivals, and special events that promote the Hawaiian culture
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Prince Kuhio Day commemorates the life and work of Kuhio. He was the head of state of the Kingdom of Hawaii before its overthrow in 1893 by the coalition of American and European businesspeople.

Who was Prince Kuhio?

Prince Kuhio was born in 1871, and he was dubbed prince because he was the cousin to the then Queen of Hawaii. The queen named him an heir to the throne after he became orphaned at 13. When the monarchy was overthrown between 1893 and 1895, Prince Kuhio fought against the new republic. He was convicted of treason, which saw him serve one year in prison. He would later be elected as the Hawaii territorial delegate to the US Congress. With his position, he helped improve mail service and develop Pearl and Honolulu Harbors. Prince Kuhio is fondly remembered for his efforts in getting the Congress to pass the 1920 Hawaiian Home Commission Act that provided homes for the native Hawaiians. He was very instrumental in having Hawaii included in the union as the 50th state.

When is Prince Kuhio Day?

Prince Kuhio Day is marked every year on 26th March. The day is exclusive to Hawaiians and commemorates the birth of Prince Kuhio Kalanianaole, one of the best-known leaders in Hawaii's history. If Prince Kuhio Day comes on Saturday, Hawaiians observe it on Friday. Similarly, if it falls on a Sunday, then Monday is a day off in the entire state.

Is Prince Kuhio Day a public holiday?

It is a state holiday in Hawaii and, therefore, a day off for the general public. There is no other state that observes this day apart from Hawaii.

What is open or closed on Prince Kuhio Day?

The government offices in Hawaii, schools, organizations, and most businesses remain closed. The public transit services are also affected and only operate on a holiday timetable.

Things to do on Prince Kuhio Day?

Prince Kuhio Day is a day of parades, festivals, and special events that highlight and promote the Hawaiian culture. Some of these festivals last entire week showcasing Hawaii's customs and traditions.

The most famous event that you need to attend is the Prince Kuhio commemorative parade. The parade is held between 10 am to noon and begins at Kalalaua, ending at Kapi'olani Park. After the parade, you can head to Kapi'olani Bandstand, where food booths are displayed, and there is entertainment for the entire family.

Prince Kuhio Day is a perfect time to take part in outdoor activities. Throughout the states, events such as canoe races, cultural dances, and games are often organized. Indeed, you can be assured of having great fun together with your family.

You can also take this chance to attend a special service at Oahu's Royal Mausoleum, the place where Prince Kuhio was buried. After the service, organize a feast at home. Invite family and friends and indulge in a variety of traditional Hawaiian foods such as poi, laulau, kalua pig, chicken long rice, and fruits like pineapple and lilikoi.

Prince Kuhio Day Observances

DAY
DATE
HOLIDAY NAME
  • Thu
  • Mar 26, 2020
  • Fri
  • Mar 26, 2021
  • Sat
  • Mar 26, 2022
  • Mon
  • Mar 27, 2023

List of State Holidays of Hawaii in 2023

DAYDATEHOLIDAY
SundaySunJan 01, 2023Jan 01New Year's Day
MondayMonJan 02, 2023Jan 02New Year Holiday
MondayMonJan 16, 2023Jan 16Martin Luther King Jr. Day
MondayMonFeb 20, 2023Feb 20Presidents Day
MondayMonMar 27, 2023Mar 27Prince Kuhio Day
FridayFriApr 07, 2023Apr 07Good Friday
MondayMonMay 29, 2023May 29Memorial Day
SundaySunJun 11, 2023Jun 11King Kamehameha I Day
MondayMonJun 12, 2023Jun 12King Kamehameha I Day Holiday
TuesdayTueJul 04, 2023Jul 04Independence Day
FridayFriAug 18, 2023Aug 18Statehood Day
MondayMonSep 04, 2023Sep 04Labor Day
FridayFriNov 10, 2023Nov 10Veterans Day Holiday
SaturdaySatNov 11, 2023Nov 11Veterans Day
ThursdayThuNov 23, 2023Nov 23Thanksgiving Day
MondayMonDec 25, 2023Dec 25Christmas Day

List of Popular Celebration Days of United States in 2023

DAYDATEHOLIDAY
ThursdayThuJan 12, 2023Jan 12National Pharmacists Day
ThursdayThuJan 19, 2023Jan 19National Popcorn Day
WednesdayWedFeb 01, 2023Feb 01National Signing Day
ThursdayThuFeb 02, 2023Feb 02Groundhog Day
FridayFriFeb 03, 2023Feb 03National Wear Red Day
ThursdayThuFeb 09, 2023Feb 09National Pizza Day
MondayMonFeb 13, 2023Feb 13Galentine's Day
TuesdayTueFeb 14, 2023Feb 14Valentine's Day
WednesdayWedFeb 15, 2023Feb 15National Bagel Day
SaturdaySatFeb 18, 2023Feb 18National Drink Wine Day
TuesdayTueFeb 21, 2023Feb 21National Pancake Day
WednesdayWedFeb 22, 2023Feb 22National Margarita Day
FridayFriMar 03, 2023Mar 03National Employee Appreciation Day
TuesdayTueMar 07, 2023Mar 07National Cereal Day
SundaySunMar 12, 2023Mar 12Daylight savings
MondayMonMar 13, 2023Mar 13National Napping Day
TuesdayTueMar 14, 2023Mar 14National Walkout Day
TuesdayTueMar 14, 2023Mar 14National Pi Day
MondayMonMar 20, 2023Mar 20National Proposal Day
ThursdayThuMar 23, 2023Mar 23National Puppy Day
ThursdayThuMar 30, 2023Mar 30National Doctor Day
WednesdayWedApr 05, 2023Apr 05National Walking Day
ThursdayThuApr 06, 2023Apr 06National Burrito Day
FridayFriApr 07, 2023Apr 07National Beer Day
TuesdayTueApr 11, 2023Apr 11National Pet Day
WednesdayWedApr 12, 2023Apr 12National Grilled Cheese Day
ThursdayThuMay 04, 2023May 04National Day Of Prayer
SundaySunMay 14, 2023May 14Mother's Day
ThursdayThuMay 25, 2023May 25National Towel Day
ThursdayThuMay 25, 2023May 25National Wine Day
FridayFriJun 02, 2023Jun 02National Donut Day
ThursdayThuJun 08, 2023Jun 08National Best Friends Day
SundaySunJun 18, 2023Jun 18Father's Day
WednesdayWedJun 21, 2023Jun 21National Selfie Day
ThursdayThuJun 22, 2023Jun 22National Kissing Day
ThursdayThuJul 13, 2023Jul 13National French Fry Day
FridayFriJul 14, 2023Jul 14National Nude Day
SundaySunJul 16, 2023Jul 16National Ice Cream Day
WednesdayWedJul 19, 2023Jul 19National Hot Dog Day
SundaySunJul 23, 2023Jul 23Amazon Prime Day
MondayMonJul 24, 2023Jul 24National Tequila Day
SaturdaySatJul 29, 2023Jul 29National Chicken Wing Day
TuesdayTueAug 01, 2023Aug 01National Girlfriends Day
SundaySunAug 06, 2023Aug 06National Sister Day
MondayMonSep 18, 2023Sep 18National Cheeseburger Day
TuesdayTueOct 03, 2023Oct 03National Boyfriends Day
WednesdayWedOct 04, 2023Oct 04National Vodka Day
WednesdayWedOct 04, 2023Oct 04National Taco Day
MondayMonOct 09, 2023Oct 09Leif Erikson Day
SaturdaySatOct 21, 2023Oct 21Sweetest Day
SundaySunOct 29, 2023Oct 29National Cat Day
TuesdayTueOct 31, 2023Oct 31Halloween
FridayFriNov 03, 2023Nov 03National Sandwich Day
FridayFriNov 24, 2023Nov 24Black Friday
MondayMonNov 27, 2023Nov 27Cyber Monday
SaturdaySatDec 02, 2023Dec 02Candle Day
SaturdaySatDec 09, 2023Dec 09National Pastry Day
FridayFriDec 15, 2023Dec 15National Ugly Sweater day