What's Being Discussed
The King Kamehameha Celebration Commission is holding its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The meeting can be attended in person at the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum in Honolulu or joined online via Zoom. Key topics include:

An Executive Director's report from Amy Hammond on the commission's overall activities
A financial update covering the commission's budget and spending
Updates from commissioners and community organizations on events and programs across the islands, including:

Lei draping ceremonies, parades, and hoʻolauleʻa celebrations on Oʻahu
Events on Hawaiʻi Island (Kohala, Kona, and Hilo), Maui, Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi
Outreach, education, and legislative updates
Updates related to statuary and state archives

Public testimony will be accepted on agenda items, both in writing and in person

Decisions Expected

Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
The commission may take action on items raised during committee and commissioner reports
The next meeting date is noted as Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Who Should Pay Attention

Anyone interested in King Kamehameha Day celebrations statewide
Members of Hawaiian civic organizations and community groups involved in related events
Residents on all major Hawaiian islands who participate in or attend Kamehameha celebration activities
Members of the public who wish to provide testimony on commission activities

To submit written testimony in advance, email kkcc@hawaii.gov. For disability accommodations, call (808) 586-0333.