MAY 24

2015

lanterns

Memorial Day in America is a day when people remember and honor those who have fallen in service to their country. Lanterns are placed onto the water at Ala Moana Beach, about 40 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas and Resort, with wishes for the peace and happiness of loved ones past while unveiling courage and hope in the hearts of those in the present.

Six large Main Lanterns carry prayers for all spirits on behalf of all people. Individual lanterns are distributed on the event day, one per family or party. There are three sides of the lantern that are available for writing multiple remembrances. Those receiving an Individual Lantern will personally place the lantern into the water during the ceremony.

Free parking is available at Hawai`i Convention Center on Monday, May 25, starting at 7 a.m. to midnight. A complimentary shuttle will transport passengers from the Hawai’i Convention Center to Ala Moana Beach from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. then back to the Hawaiʻi Convention Center from 7:30-9:30 p.m. A Handi-Cab shuttle will also be available during these same hours.

There is no cost to attend, place a remembrance on a lantern, or float a lantern. However, voluntary donations received on the event day will be gifted to the City & County of Honolulu for the beautification of Ala Moana Beach Park. Check out lanternfloatinghawaii.com for more info.

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