Made in Hawaii Festival 2026: What to Know Before You Go

Could one purchase at the Made in Hawaiʻi Festival help change a local business’s future? Maybe that sounds dramatic, but it's actually not. For Hawaiʻi visitors and people who love the islands, knowing who made a product helps every purchase carry more meaning. 👉 Hit play now to learn what to look for before you walk through the festival doors. If you’ve ever wondered how to support Hawaiʻi businesses more thoughtfully, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how vendors qualify, stand out, and turn festival exposure into opportunities that can last. In this episode of Hawaii’s Best, I go behind the booths so you can shop with more intention. 👉In this episode, you will: - Learn why products must have at least 51% of their value added in Hawaiʻi to qualify. - Discover how Alikaleo Park carries family artwork forward through everyday sun-protective clothing. - Hear how Mochi Momma HI grew from a side business into Stacy’s full-time baking career. _ Scroll up ⬆️ and hit play now to meet the people behind what you’ll be buying. ***About today's guests:*** - Made in Hawaii website - Alikaleo Park website - Instagram - Mochi Momma website - Instagram ***About today's Sponsor:*** - Check availability on RedWeek _ ***Related episodes:*** - Made in Hawaii Part 1 _ ***Chapters:*** - 0:30 Storm Update - 3:05 Vendor Requirements - 6:23 Why Buying Local - 7:19 Alikaleo Park - 10:41 Festival Plans - 12:28 Sponsor Redweek - 13:14 Mochi Mama - 14:51 Creative Mochi Flavors - 19:00 Where To Find Them - 20:16 Final Takeaways Check Availability on RedWeek Largest timeshare marketplace. Book direct with owners for less than hotel rates. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. _ 🌴 Plan Your Hawaii Trip With Bryan About Your Host: Bryan Murphy is the founder of Hawaii’s Best Travel & a Hawaii Destination Expert through the Hawaii Tourism Authority, since 2020. An HVCB member since 2019, he helps first-time & repeat visitors plan respectful Hawaii vacations w/ clear, practical advice & cultural insight. - Connect on Instagram - Hawaii Planning Facebook Group - Free Hawaii travel tips & guides at hawaiisbesttravel.com 🤝 To sponsor the show visit hawaiisbesttravel.com/partner Hawaii travel podcast helps you plan a trip to Hawaii with clarity. Discover practical travel tips, island itineraries, & local insight to help you explore Oahu, Maui, Kauai, the Big Island. *Edge of the Ocean (w/ permission)* Ukulele and Chill (w/ permission) Talk Story (w/ permission)