International Student Services

International Nights

See the shows. See the world.

Samoans dancing Each year the International Student Association produces shows that feature performances from the many different cultures and countries represented at UH Hilo. International Nights is a long-standing tradition at UH Hilo that spans over four decades, and is a favorite event on campus among students, the community, and visitors. Sponsored by the International Student Association, International Student Services, Student Activities Council, and Waiolama.

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Date

Friday, February 27, 2026

7:00 pm

One night only!

Venue

UH Hilo Performing Arts CenterUH Hilo Performing Arts Center

Tickets

Ticket information will be posted here in January 2026.

Important: If you bought a student ticket, you must bring a validated current student ID card to the show. If you have a student ticket and do not have a validated current student ID card at the door, you will be required to pay an additional $15 to upgrade to a General Admission ticket.

Performers must have a ticket if they wish to watch the show before or after their performance. They must enter the Performing Arts Center through the main front entrance.

Live Stream & Video

The full video of the International Night 2025 show is below.

2025 Program

  • Hawaiʻi - Unuēwe
  • Chuuk, FSM - Chuukese Student Association
  • Japan - Taishoji Taiko
  • Pohnpei, FSM - Kaselehlie Pohnpei Club
  • Palau - Ngelekel Belau Club
  • Marshall Islands - Marshallese Iakwe Club

Intermission

  • Ireland - Hawaiʻi Irish Dance
  • Kosrae, FSM - Kosrae Hilo Organization
  • Japan - Japanese Student Association
  • Sāmoa - Tupulaga O Sāmoa Mo A Taeao

Survey

If you attend International Night 2025, please take a moment to fill out and submit this online survey form after the show. Your feedback helps us evaluate the show and improve it in the future. Your name and email account will not be recorded or shared. Mahalo!

Videos

Performances from International Nights can be viewed on the UH Hilo International Student Association YouTube channel. The 2025 show can also be viewed here.

Photos

Photos from International Night are online here and on the UH Hilo International Student Association Facebook page . You can also check out this photo essay from International Nights 2025.