Celebrate the holiday season with Hawaiʻi’s premier musical trio! Fresh off winning six major honors at the 2026 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards—including Group of the Year, Album of the Year, and Favorite Entertainer of the Year—Ei Nei takes the stage at the historic Hawaii Theatre for a special Christmas concert: Mele Kalikimaka, Ei Nei. Featuring Dane Fujiwara, Grant Kono, and Ekolu Chang, Ei Nei is renowned for their signature warm harmonies, innovative arrangements, and deep grounding in traditional mele. Joining them for this unforgettable evening is an incredible lineup of local surprise guests making special appearances to share the stage. Together, they bring you a heartwarming holiday showcase featuring festive Christmas favorites alongside celebrated tracks from their award-winning album, Ei Nei, Look At Us. Gather your ʻohana and experience an extraordinary evening of island music, connection, and holiday spirit this December! About the Artist: Hui! Ei Nei is a trio rooted in mele, friendship, and place—featuring Dane Fujiwara (Wailuku), Grant Kono (Oneawa), and Ekolu Chang (Kāneʻohe). After years of traveling their own individual musical paths and earning recognition as solo artists, the three joined together in 2016 to create a sound that is both deeply grounded and unmistakably their own. ​ ​Since then, Ei Nei has continued to grow as one of Hawaiʻi’s standout contemporary Hawaiian groups. In 2020, they were honored with the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award for Most Promising Artist, and their work has since garnered multiple nominations across the Hawaiian music industry. Their recordings have been featured on television programs, films, and even an Emmy award-winning documentary, sharing the voice of Hawaiʻi with audiences near and far. ​ ​Ei Nei’s newest release, Ei Nei, Look At Us, showcases the group at a new creative peak—blending heartfelt originals, fresh arrangements, and their signature harmonies into a collection that honors their roots while expanding their musical horizons. The album reflects the group’s continued evolution and invites listeners to experience their growth, unity, and vision for modern Hawaiian music. ​ ​Known for their smooth vocal blend, warm harmonies, and thoughtful approach to traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music, Ei Nei offers listeners a sound that pays homage to the past while confidently embracing the future. With each performance and each new composition, they continue to celebrate culture, connection, and the evolving story of Hawaiian music.