A Queen Is Crowned Annually in Hawaii
The tradition of Lei Day in Hawaii is a significant cultural event. Lei Day is celebrated throughout the Hawaiian Islands, with the main event at Queen Kapiolani Park in Waikiki.
The festivities include hula performances, live music, a Lei competition, and the crowning of the Lei Queen. To be crowned Lei Queen, one must excel in lei making, hula, and proficiency in the Hawaiian language.
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