Waimea Lions Club

02/07/2026

REFER to our festival QR code to access our online Map/Activity Lineup and the Entertainment Lineup (also appearing in previous posts on this page). The Map/Activity Lineup and the 2026 Souvenir Program will also be available as printed handouts at festival venues. Tomorrow—Feb. 7— is the big day! Come prepared for variable weather and to have fun!

02/02/2026

THERE'S something for everyone at our Feb. 7th festival! Here's our activity lineup—also find it online with a festival map at https://www.waimeaartscouncil.org/cherryblossom/

01/25/2026

First come first serve! The shirts will be available for purchase only at the Waimea Lions Club Booth at Church Row on Saturday February 7th from 9am - 3pm. We will have a pink flag next to our tent.

Proceeds go back to the Waimea Community

01/19/2026

🌸 2026 Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival 🌸
📍 Waimea, Hawaiʻi Island

The Waimea Lions Club is excited to share a first look at the official 2026 festival shirts — Palaka Blossom 🌺👕

This year’s design honors the deep cultural connection between Hawaiʻi and Japan, blending the timeless palaka pattern with a bold cherry blossom silhouette. The artwork was created by Luana Zablan of the Waimea Lions Club, celebrating heritage, community, and local style.


👕T-shirt Sale Details👕

These limited-edition shirts will be available for purchase only at the Waimea Lions Club booth at Church Row during the 33rd Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival. Be sure to grab yours while you can! All proceeds from t-shirt sales will be reinvested in supporting the Waimea community.

These beautiful photos were taken at Church Row in Waimea by Malle Malia Zablan of Malle Zablan Photography, featuring a special father–daughter model duo: Thomas Zablan of TNT Irrigation and his youngest daughter, Lilia Zablan.

Mahalo for supporting the Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival and the Waimea Lions Club — we can’t wait to celebrate with you in 2026! 🌸❤️


📆Festival Date: Saturday - February 7th, 2026 from 9am-3pm

📍Location: Church Row, Waimea

Don't miss out! Get your shirt at the Waimea Lions Club booth and show your support for this amazing cause.
Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival
Waimea Community Association

01/13/2026

The Waimea Lions Club announces a palaka design for their new 2026 festival t-shirt. Get your tee in adult unisex sizes S thru 3XL at their festival tent at Church Row Park and view their historic photo display. Shirt profits support their many community programs.

01/05/2026

MARK your calendar for Feb. 7, 2026 for our 33rd festival! All venues and activities will be shared closer to festival day—stay tuned! Mahalo!

11/26/2025

Our very own Fred & Nancy Nonaka

07/27/2025

Help shape young minds and warm feet! Drop off school supplies and slippers at Longs Drugs Waimea between 9:00am and 12:00pm. Longs Drugs Waimea

02/01/2025

Waimea Lions Club Booth and T-Shirt sales

01/28/2025

EVENT MAP—Use this handy map to get around during our 9am-3pm festival this Sat., Feb. 1. It details locations, parking, shuttle stops, restrooms, food, entertainment and activities. Refer to our Activity Lineup for times. Find them both also online: https://www.waimeaartscouncil.org/programs/cherryblossom/

01/24/2025

🌸 Introducing the 2025 Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival T-Shirt Design! 🌸

We’re excited to share the beautiful new design for this year’s official Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival T-shirts! The stunning design, “Hanami Quilt”, is a one-of-a-kind blend of Hawaiian quilting and Japanese “Hanami”, the cultural tradition of viewing cherry blossoms. 🌺🪡

👕 T-shirt Sale Details 👕

These limited-edition shirts will ONLY be available for purchase at the Waimea Lions Club booth at Church Row during the 32nd Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival! Be sure to grab yours while you can! All proceeds from the t-shirt sales will go right back into supporting the Waimea community. 🤝💕

📅 Festival Date: Saturday - February 1st 📍 Location: Church Row, Waimea

👉 Don't miss out! Get your shirt at the Waimea Lions Club booth and show your support for this amazing cause.

Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival
Waimea Community Association

01/16/2025

Stay tuned for pictures of this yearʻs Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival Shirts! Designed by our very own Luana Ku'ualohaokalani Zablan.

CHECK OUT the 2025 design for long/short-sleeve t-shirts and tote bags offered by the Waimea Lions Club during our Feb. 1st festival. The design is by Waimea resident and artist Luana Zablan. The Lions will also offer a historic festival photo display at their Church Row Park tent.