In celebration of Hōkūleʻa’s 50th birthday and the upcoming anniversary of her legendary 1976 maiden voyage to Tahiti, the Polynesian Voyaging Society (PVS) is proud to announce a special collaboration with ALOHA Collection. Together, they have created a limited-edition line of Splash-Proof travel bags and apparel that pay tribute to Hōkūleʻa’s enduring legacy of exploration, connection, and cultural pride.

The limited-edition collection will debut at a public launch event on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Bishop Museum’s Kaiwiʻula Night Market, from 4:30 to 8:00 PM. This will be the first opportunity for the public to purchase items from the exclusive line, which celebrates five decades of Hōkūleʻa. All proceeds will go to the Polynesian Voyaging Society and its mission to perpetuate the art and science of traditional Polynesian voyaging and the spirit of exploration through experiential educational programs that inspire students and their communities to respect and care for themselves, each other, and their natural and cultural environments.

The ALOHA Collection design team spent months working closely with the Polynesian Voyaging Society to research the history of Hōkūleʻa, the people behind her creation, the purpose of her voyages, and the symbols that define her movement. Drawing inspiration from archival articles, photographs, and past creative campaigns from PVS, the result is a product line that weaves storytelling, symbolism, and pride into every detail.

The 12-piece collection includes some of the most popular splash-proof and nylon silhouettes from ALOHA collection along with special edition apparel. Each unique design honors the launch and maiden voyage of Hōkūleʻa.

“The journey of Hōkūleʻa reawakened a movement that transcended generations and reconnected us to our identity,” said ALOHA Collection co-founder Heather Aiu. “In honor of her 50th birthday, we are proud to share a special collaboration that pays tribute to that legacy. This collection celebrates the spirit of exploration, connection, and cultural pride that Hōkūleʻa continues to carry across the Pacific and around the world.”

Aiu has a personal connection with Hōkūleʻa. Her uncle, the late Dr. Patrick Aiu was a Hōkūleʻa crewmember who served as the on-board doctor on Hōkūleʻa’s early voyages.

Following the launch event at Bishop Museum, the limited-edition collection will be available online at hokulea.com while supplies last.

About ALOHA Collection
Founded by two Native Hawaiian women, ALOHA Collection creates functional, Splash-Proof travel accessories designed to support active lifestyles and celebrate the spirit of Aloha. 5% of proceeds from every purchase support conservation efforts in Hawaiʻi.

About Bishop Museum’s Kaiwiʻula Night Market
The Bishop Museum is a foundational partner of the Polynesian Voyaging Society. Every third Wednesday of the month from 4:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Bishop Museum, the Kaiwi’ula Night Market features local food, drinks, and crafts vendors. Bring family, friends, and pets to support our community vendors for an evening in Kaiwi’ula! Come eat, drink, and have a good time! Free parking and no admission.