Thousands packed the Hawaii Convention Center for the first day of the Made in Hawaii Festival, eager to score unique, locally made goods. The line to get in stretched for blocks—some folks waited over two hours just to shop their favorite brands! With more than 700 local artisans and nearly 100 new products launching, it’s clear how much pride and excitement people have for supporting homegrown businesses. If you went, what treasures did you find? And if you braved the lines, was it worth the wait? Let’s hear your festival stories! #News #MadeInHawaii #SupportLocal