# Tiki-Themed Weekend Festivals Tiki Oasis is the Longest-Running Tiki Festival Worldwide By Mishal Omar | Published 2017-05-12 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiki-oasis References: [tikioasis](http://tikioasis.com/) Tiki Oasis is a Tiki themed festival based in San Diego, California, that offers a series of daytime and nighttime events over a long weekend that are inspired by [Polynesian culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lei-stand). The summer event takes place at the Crowne Plaza and features Polynesian pop music, DJs, over 100 vendors, educational seminars, a car show and [tropical poolside cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutwater-spirits-tiki-nog). In the evening the event features bands and a midnight burlesque show, and guests are encouraged to dress up in this year's theme (International Intrigue; Den of Spies) in order to enter into a [costume contest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-dream-fest). Tiki Oasis is the longest-running Tiki festival and brings in people from all over the world for a fun, imaginative and one of a kind experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Tiki-themed Events:** Opportunities exist for businesses to create their own unique Tiki-themed events or markets catering to consumers looking for a unique cultural experience. - **Polynesian-inspired Products:** There's a growing market for Polynesian-inspired products and merchandise, creating opportunities for businesses to design consumer goods for this unique and niche consumer base. - **Culturally Themed Festivals:** Festivals and events that showcase specific cultures, whether Polynesian or otherwise, provide a unique and memorable experience for consumers and opportunities for businesses to tap into this market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Event Planning:** Opportunities exist for event planning companies to create unique and memorable themed events, like Tiki festivals, that provide a one of a kind entertainment experience for participants. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Hotels and resorts can tap into the Tiki-themed festival market and offer special packages for consumers looking for a unique and different type of vacation experience. - **Consumer Products:** Companies in the consumer product industry can create or design Polynesian-inspired merchandise, tapping into the growing demand for unique and culturally-inspired products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Caribbean Cultural Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-oasis-2024.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Modern Furniture Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiki-series1.md) - [Bi-Annual African Cocktail Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-and-spirits-festival.md) - [Rum-Inspired Tiki Giveaways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sailor-jerry-tiki-swag-kit.md) - [Caribbean Influencer Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-oasis-2023.md) - [Exotic Flower Show Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orchids-after-dark.md) - [Comprehensive Self-Care Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellness-oasis.md) - [Refreshing Full-Strength Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mai-tai.md) - [Hot Air Balloon Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-balloon-festival.md)