Celebrate The Cultures Of The Islands During The Aquarium’s 10th Annual PACIFIC ISLANDER FESTIVAL

Discover the rich and diverse cultures of the Pacific Islands through an ocean of
entertainment and educational programs, including music and dance performances,
traditional crafts, demonstrations, and ethnic cuisine. Watch Hawaiian, Maori, Samoan, and
Tahitian dance performances while listening to traditional music. Enjoy live music from the
sounds of ukuleles to drumming. Try out ancient Hawaiian games, and see Marshallese
weavers. The 10th annual Pacific Islander Festival will feature various cultures, including
Hawaiian, Marshallese, Chamoru, Tahitian, Samoan, Maori, Tokelauan, and Tongan. During
the festival the Aquarium will also present its Heritage Award on Sunday, June 2 at 11:45
a.m. honoring Perci Flores in recognition of her dedicated service to the Pacific Islander
communities of Southern California.
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, June 1 and 2, 2013 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

COST: $25.95 for adults (12+), $14.95 for children (3-11), $22.95 for seniors (62+), and free for
children under 3 years old and Aquarium members

For More Info: (562) 590-3100 or website.

FESTIVAL
PARTNER: Long Beach Sea Festival
AQUARIUM: Home to more than 11,000 animals, Aquarium exhibits include the June Keyes Penguin
Habitat, Ocean Science Center, Molina Animal Care Center, and the interactive Shark
Lagoon and Lorikeet Forest exhibits. Beyond its animal exhibits, the Aquarium offers
educational programs for people of all ages from hands-on activities to lectures by leading
scientists. The Aquarium of the Pacific is located at 100 Aquarium Way in Long Beach, CA.
For information call (562) 590-3100 or visit www.aquariumofpacific.org.