Hawaii Line Dance Festival

09/08/2026

HLDF Cancellation Notice — Hurricane Lowell Impact

Aloha HLDF ‘ohana,

It is with a heavy heart that we must announce the cancellation of the Hawai‘i Line Dance Festival due to the severe impacts of Hurricane Lowell.

As of this morning, 95% of Kaua‘i is without power, including homes, businesses, and essential services across the island. The Veterans Center is not accessible at this time due to downed power lines. That said, it is also without electricity. Without power, we cannot safely or meaningfully host the festival — no sound system, no lighting, no air circulation, no refrigeration, and no way to ensure a safe environment for attendees, instructors, or vendors.

At this time, there is no estimated timeline for power restoration. Because of this uncertainty, and out of care for everyone’s safety and travel plans, we must cancel HLDF for this year.

Ticket Options
All attendees may choose one of the following:

Refund for all tickets purchased
Roll over your tickets to next year’s HLDF at no additional cost (next year's pricing will go up slightly).
*Rolling your ticket over to next year helps us recover losses for the cancellation of this year's HLDF.
Festival T‑Shirts

Our HLDF shirts were paid for and printed back in August, well before the storm. Because of this, all attendees are welcome to have their shirts shipped to them (minus any shipping costs). We will coordinate mailing once postal services stabilize and roads are fully safe for transport.

Please send an email to [email protected] with your options. Also, please have patience with any delays in me getting back to you as I myself have no power or internet connection at this time and will be inundated with your responses.

Mahalo for your understanding, patience, and aloha during this difficult moment for our island. We are grateful for this community and look forward to welcoming you back next year under much brighter skies.

With appreciation,
Jeffrey Callejo Jr.
Hawai‘i Line Dance Festival

09/04/2026

Aloha everyone, I want to reach out to all attendees who are traveling to Kaua‘i between now and Tuesday regarding Hurricane Lowell.

I’ve been monitoring the storm very closely. As of 5pm (HST) this afternoon, Kaua‘i is currently outside the cone of uncertainty, which is a positive sign and suggests we may avoid major impacts. However, because we are still several days out, the track can shift, and I will continue watching every update as they come in.

For those arriving before Tuesday:

1) Flights into Līhu‘e are still operating, and airlines will adjust schedules only if conditions become unsafe. Please check your airline’s app or website regularly for any changes.

2) Resorts and hotels on Kaua‘i are well‑prepared for weather events and follow clear emergency procedures. If Lowell’s track shifts closer, properties will communicate directly with guests about sheltering in place or relocating.

3) State and county parks may temporarily close if heavy rain or strong winds occur. This includes places like Kōke‘e, Waimea Canyon, and certain beach parks. Closures are announced early and typically reopen quickly once conditions improve.

Your safety is the top priority. If you feel uneasy traveling during this window, you may want to adjust your arrival date or delay your trip until Tuesday, when we will have much clearer information. Many of you have travel insurance, which gives you flexibility to make the best decision for yourselves.

At this time, the Hawai‘i Line Dance Festival is still planned to proceed as scheduled. I expect to make a final determination on Tuesday, or earlier if the storm turns toward Kaua‘i and causes significant damage.

I will continue monitoring official updates closely and will notify everyone immediately if anything changes.

Mahalo for your patience, understanding, and care for one another during this uncertain weather period.

08/25/2026

The Hawaii Line Dance Festival 2026 Schedule has been posted!

Hawaii Line Dance Festival Schedule 2026Schedule is subject to change Pre-EventWednesday 9/09/2026: 7:00pm-9:30pm Open dancing at Kauai Bowl Pre-EventThursday 9/10/2026: Setup Party followed by Open Line Dancing (all requests)Kauai Veterans Center & Museum5:30pm to 9:30pmBYOB and BYOFood.Open to eve...

08/12/2026

And the countdown has begun! We are 30 days to the Hawaii Line Dance Festival. Get your tickets at hawaiildf.com

07/06/2026

Hawai‘i Line Dance Festival — September 11 & 12, 2026
Location: Kaua‘i Veterans Center

Join Joanne Brady, Darren Bailey, Amy Bailey, and Kat Painter for a weekend of line dancing, workshops, and giving back. Together, we’ll raise funds to support the Kaua‘i Veterans Center and honor those who have served.

Event details and updates: https://hawaiildf.com

07/03/2026

Aloha everyone! A little over 2 months to go for the HLDF and we are at the 50% mark for registration. If you haven't gotten your tickets yet, please do so as soon as possible. The HLDF usually reaches capacity and you don't want to be left twiddling your thumbs. https://hawaiildf.com/

02/03/2026

Call for craft & food vendors! Booth space now available! Visit https://hawaiildf.com for details!

01/02/2026

Hawaii Line Dance Festival passes are now available!