Hala Painted Postcard
Paint a unique postcard using hala tree pods as natural brushes and take home a lasting memory of Hawaiʻi.
Pūpū (Shell) Jewelry Making
Craft a beautiful flower adornment to wear behind your ear and take a touch of Hawaiʻi home with you.
‘Ohe Kāpala on a Pareu
Experience the Hawaiian art of ʻohe kāpala (bamboo stamping) as you create a beautiful pareu adorned with traditional designs.
Kava & Coconut Husking
Sip on Kava while learning traditional coconut husking techniques.
Crafting Kaula (Rope)
Explore the important role of kaula (rope) in traditional island life as you twist, weave, and transform natural fibers using time-honored techniques.
Lau Niu Loke (Rope)
Transform coconut fronds into a bouquet of elegant roses and take home a meaningful reminder of your experience at Kalāhuipuaʻa and Pauoa Bay.
Make Your Own Pua (Flower)
Craft a beautiful flower adornment to wear behind your ear and take a touch of Hawaiʻi home with you.
Haku Lei Making
Discover the art of traditional lei making, the significance of lei in Hawaiian culture, and why they continue to be Hawaiʻi’s most beloved gift.
ʻUkulele Mele
Experience the unique tradition of the Hawaiian nose flute by crafting your own instrument and learning to play an island melody.
Kui Lei Making
Learn the cultural significance of lei as you craft a traditional kui-style lei for yourself or a loved one.
Mo’olelo No Nā Kamali’I
Gather for story time for kamali'i (children) and enjoy a captivating Hawaiian tale, myth, or legend designed for young listeners.
‘Ohe Hano Ihu (Nose Flute)
Experience the unique tradition of the Hawaiian nose flute by crafting your own instrument and learning to play an island melody.
Lei Pāpale Workshop
Learn the cultural significance of Hawaiian and Polynesian lei and pāpale traditions while creating a Hawaiian hat lei to cherish and wear for years to come.
Hula Leʻa Wale – Hula Lesson
Join us and learn the history of a dance that is the heartbeat of Hawai‘i.
Keiki Craft Pala’ie
Learn to weave your own coconut leaf ball-and-catch game, a fun challenge of hand-eye coordination enjoyed by generations of Hawaiian children.
Holiday Gift Box
Create a Hawaiian-inspired gift box to hold treasured keepsakes or gift to a loved one.
Ānela Ornament
Create a vintage-inspired Hawaiian ʻānela (angel) ornament.
Coral Chat
Join our complimentary Coral Chat and learn how Fairmont Orchid is partnering with the Aʻkoaʻkoa Coral Reef Restoration Program to restore the coral reef in Pauoa Bay.
Keiki Scavenger Hunt
Join us for a fun-filled scavenger hunt designed just for keiki (children).
‘Ohe Kāpala – Bamboo Stamping
Learn about the traditional Hawaiian art of kapa making as our team demonstrates how kapa cloth was historically created from the bark of the hau tree.
Sip & Lei
Sip on curated cocktails while learning about the language of lei and make a lei to wear or gift to someone special.
Kui Lei Making
Learn the cultural significance of lei as you craft a traditional kui-style lei for yourself or a loved one.
Kukui Kupeʻe – Kukui Nut Jewelry Making
Make your very own kukui bracelet or anklet.
Hawaiian History and Culture Art Walk
Take a walk in the resort with our Director of Hawaiian Culture to view and discuss cultural pieces of art that tell our stories of the past.
Holiday Opening Ceremony
Gather at Ahuakūpuna as we honor our ancestors through Hawaiian protocol and ʻoli and set our intentions for a holiday season filled with aloha.
Hū Kukui Nut Spin Top
Craft and spin a traditional Hawaiian kukui nut top while learning about this timeless pāʻani (game) to see whose top spins the longest.
Ulu Pono Garden Experience
Join us on a special tour of our Chef's Garden, and hear the stories of the plants and people that make Hawai'i Island so special.
Na Mea Waiwai (Cultural Walk)
Fairmont Orchid sits on ancient and spiritual land named Kalāhuipua‘a. Take a walk with our Hui Holokai to explore this storied place.
Aloha ʻĀina – Botanical Bees & Chef’s Garden Tour
Join us for a guided resort walk and discover our native, canoe, and introduced plants, kaohinani, our māla ʻai food garden, and pūnana ʻoluʻolu, our thriving bee hives.
Haku Lei Making
Discover the art of traditional lei making, the significance of lei in Hawaiian culture, and why they continue to be Hawaiʻi’s most beloved gift.
Moʻolelo Time – Hawaiian Storytelling On The Beach
Join us as we share stories of Hawaiʻi Island on the beach as the sun sets.
Hula Leʻa Wale – Hula Lesson
Join us and learn the history of a dance that is the heartbeat of Hawai‘i.
Lei Lāʻī – Ti Leaf Lei Making
Experience the aloha spirit by learning to make a traditional lei lāʻi (ti leaf lei) using ti leaves.
Honu Talk
Discover fascinating facts about the Honu, Hawaiʻi’s protected and cherished Green Sea Turtle, a symbol of wisdom, longevity, and good fortune.
ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi – Hawaiian Language Basics
Learn the basics of Hawaiian Language pronunciation and a few commonly used Hawaiian words and phrases.
