This event is 21 years or older only.
Since its inclusion in the Festival, this casual reception for the Contestants has been a crowd favorite! Due to COVID-19 and social distancing measures in place, this event will look a little different this year. Join us at HB Social Club!
Thank you to our Contestant Reception Lucky Draw Donors:
Dr. Todd Nakagawa | Dunkin Hawaii | Gina Maeda | Gyotaku Japanese Restaurants | Kirimitsu/Maeshiro Ohana | Kyo-ya Hotels & Resorts LP | Rainbow Drive-In | Roxy Takaesu & Jonathan Susa | Takayesu Ohana | Taketa Ohana | Yomono OhanaDr. Todd Nakagawa | Dunkin Hawaii | Gina Maeda | Gyotaku Japanese Restaurants | Kirimitsu/Maeshiro Ohana | Kyo-ya Hotels & Resorts LP | Rainbow Drive-In | Roxy Takaesu & Jonathan Susa | Takayesu Ohana | Taketa Ohana | Yomono Ohana
All attendees must show proof of a negative COVID test regardless of vaccination status. This event is subject to change based on City and State regulations due to COVID-19.
70TH CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL CONTESTANT RECEPTION
Last year, unfortunately we were unable to hold an in-person Contestant Reception due to COVID-19. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, to mitigate exposure and keep everyone safe during these challenging times, we are kindly requiring a negative COVID-19 test results within 48 hours of the event, regardless of vaccination status and recovery of COVID-19. If you are ill or experiencing any symptoms of illness, please stay home.
This event will be slightly different from past Contestant Reception’s, but we look forward to an enjoyable event! Please fill out the contact tracing information on your Contestant Reception ticket beforehand and bring it with you.
At the venue entrance, security will check your ID (21 years and older) and vaccination card (or negative covid test) and you will receive a wristband. At the 70th Cherry Blossom Festival Contestant Reception entrance, we will be conducting a temperature check, collecting your ticket with contact tracing information, and checking for your negative COVID-19 test. You will receive a name card that you may take with you into the event and place at your seat, where you will find your pre-packaged pupu ready to enjoy. Face masks will be required throughout the night unless you are actively eating or drinking. There will be lucky draw tickets, prizes, and games.
This event is subject to change based on City and State regulations due to COVID-19.
TYPE OF TEST(S) ACCEPTED:
Rapid antigen test or RT-PCR nasal swab administered by a healthcare professional.
At Home Testing: QuickVue At-Home OTC COVID-19 test as given out by the Say YES! COVID-19 Test program and other similar at-home test kits will NOT be accepted at this time.
OPTIONS FOR COVID TESTING SITES (but not limited to):
OneOahu:
Please review the website for test site information and type of tests available at each location.
Statewide Free Community Testing:
DOH-FREE Community Testing does RT-PCR.