Hauʻoli Lā Lei o Mei: A Lei Making Workshop

Sun May 17 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-04:00

Marsha P. Johnson State Park | Brooklyn

Marsha P. Johnson State Park
Publisher/HostMarsha P. Johnson State Park
Hau\u02bboli L\u0101 Lei o Mei: A Lei Making Workshop
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Learn to make your own lei laʻi hilo alongside hula and music. In collaboration with Hālāwai.
About this Event

Join us in this vibrant May Day celebration, a holiday in Hawaiʻi honoring the tradition of giving and wearing lei as a symbol of Aloha. Learn to make your own lei laʻi hilo, get connected with your community, and enjoy the outdoors alongside hula and music. Flowers and leaves provided. In collaboration with Stacey Young and Hālāwai.

http://www.halawai.org/

Who: Ages 8 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Where: The Blue Park House at Marsha P. Johnson State Park

90 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, New York

Cross streets – N 8th and Kent Ave

PLEASE NOTE:

  • This program is first come, first served while materials last. Please arrive early if you would like to make your own lei!
  • In the case of inclement weather, the program may be rescheduled or canceled. Please be sure to check your email a few hours before the program starts.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Marsha P. Johnson State Park, 90 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, United States

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