Our History

What started as a family vision 20 years ago, has grown to be one of the most anticipated and sought after Polynesian events in the west coast. Ke Kukui Foundation's largest annual event – originally known as, '3 Days of Aloha'  – was founded in 2002 by Deva Yamashiro and Victoria Holt-Takamine, both Native Hawaiian women.

Ke Kukui Foundation's 4 Day's of Aloha has grown tremendously throughout its years in the Pacific Northwest. From its humble beginnings in a small school cafeteria to today, overcrowding Esther Short Park, the heart and vision of this festival remains the same. The dedicated team at Ke Kukui Foundation work hard all year long to continue sharing the aloha spirit in the Pacific Northwest.