Foster City Polynesian Festival 2007

10:00AM - 5:00PM

Leo J. Ryan Park Amphitheatre

Celebrating the Polynesian Culture since 2004

The Leo J. Ryan Park Amphitheater in Foster City (650 Shell Boulevard) will come alive to the romance of the South Seas at the fourth annual Polynesian Festival on Saturday May 5, 2007, from 10 AM to 5 PM.

With the theme “Romance in the South Seas: Marriage and Family Traditions in Polynesia,” visitors to this annual event will be invited to imagine visions of pristine lagoons, secluded beaches and exotic tales of romance.  Opportunities will abound to learn about various aspects of romance in the south seas, including an opporutnity to witness the re-creation of an ancient Cook Islands marriage ceremony and traditional customs practiced by families today.

Tantalizing cultural performances from award-winning professional

Polynesian Dance companies include:

Hula Halau o Makalapua of San Bruno

Kaleo onalani of San Diego

Maori Mo Ake Tonu of Pleasant Hill

Motu'aina of Danville

Nemenzo of Daly City

'Ote'a 'Api of Fremont

Tamali'i of Hayward

and internationally acclaimed NONOSINA of Orange County/Tahiti-French Polynesia.

Don’t miss this exciting day of cultural activities, Arts and Crafts booths,

Food booths, lei making and more! Admission is free.

Location:  650 Shell Boulevard, corner of E. Hillsdale Boulevard, Foster City, California.

Parking: Free parking available.

Outrigger canoe rides offered for free by Ho'okahi Pu'uwai Outrigger Canoe Club!

Check back often for updates and Exhibitor Lists for this years' Festival

Contact the Foster City Parks and Recreation Department at 650.286.3380 or e-mail:

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