Maui’s Whale Day Celebration
Wednesday, February 18:
Maui’s Whale Day Celebration. One of Maui’s most popular festivals, this free, all-day celebration honors the hump- back whales that come to Maui each winter. Featuring live entertainment by some of Hawaii’s top performers, great food by Maui restaurants, activities and bouncy rides for kids, a huge “Made on Maui” artisans fair, environmental displays and more. It begins at 9:00 a.m. with Maui’s Parade of Whales along South Kihei Road and continues through 6:00 p.m. at Kalama Park, on South Kihei Road, South Maui. To learn more, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Rasta Thomas’ Dance Stars with Bad Boys of Dance
Thursday, February 16:
Rasta Thomas’ Dance Stars with Bad Boys of Dance. International ballet star and original bad boy, Rasta Thomas, founded The Bad Boys of Dance in 2007. Today, the com- pany, comprised of the most talented and versatile young male dancers in the world, brings its magic to the masses, having performed for over 500,000 fans worldwide in over 500 shows. These amazing, athletic “hybrids” of dance can do it all, from ballet to tap and hip hop. Their mission is to push the boundaries of male dancing and deliver exciting, accessible and entertaining dance shows. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
Keali’i Reichel & Halau Ke’alaokamaile in Kukahi 2012
Saturday & Sunday, February 11 & 12:
Keali’i Reichel & Halau Ke’alaokamaile in Kukahi 2012. Renowned as one of Hawai‘i’s most popular recording artists, Keali‘i is the award-winning kumu hula of Halau Ke‘alaokamaile. His music, chant and hula represent the best of Hawai‘i‘s traditional and contemporary poetry and dance today. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 7:30 p.m. For tickets and infor- mation call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
Stargazing Cruises: Moon, Stars and the Whales
Every Friday throughout the Winter:
Stargazing Cruises: Moon, Stars and the Whales. Pacific Whale Foundation’s stargazing cruise introduces you to Maui’s enchanting sky in a most spectacular setting — a tropical evening on the beauti- ful Pacific Ocean off the coast of Lahaina. Listen to the haunting and mysterious songs of humpback whales in the ocean around you – or maybe view a surfacing whale by moon or starlight! Narrated by special guest Harriett Witt, an interna- tional award winning astronomy writer and speaker, known for her entertaining and informa- tive commentary on the stars. Appetizers, desert treats, and beverages are included. 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 249-8811 or visit www.pacificwhale.org.
Maui Swap Meet
Every Saturday:
Maui Swap Meet. Maui’s largest flea market is a great place to shop for unique, home-made, hand- crafted, quality products at reasonable prices. University of Hawaii – Maui College, 310 Kaahumanu Ave, Kahului. 7:00 a.m. to 1:00. Cost is 50 cents; free after 12:30 p.m.
Run & Walk for the Whales
Saturday, February 4: Run & Walk for the Whales. All are invited to take part in one of Maui’s largest fun runs and walking events. The Run and Walk for the Whales course includes ocean views — you might even see a whale or two breaching in the distance! Choose from the 5K walking course, 5K running course, half marathon running course and 2K running course for kids. Starting line and post-run festiv- ities at the Makena Beach and Golf Resort, South Maui. To register online, visit www.active.com or go to www.mauiwhalefestival.org for a downloadable entry form. For information and to register by phone, call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum
Every Friday:
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum. Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $4.00/person, $6/couple, children 12 & under free. For information visit www.lahainarestoration.org.
Wailuku Town’s First Friday Celebration
Friday, February 3:
Wailuku Town’s First Friday Celebration. Market Street, Wailuku. Enjoy Wailuku Town’s monthly Street Fest, featuring live entertain- ment, food, music and shop- ping in Wailuku’s historic town. Free admission. For information call (808) 871-5500.
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
Every Wednesday:
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert. Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by renowned slack key masters who are true ambassadors of their music, their culture and their land for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”. January 4 – Richard Ho’opi’i; January 11 – Ledward Kaapana; January 18 – Keoki Kahumoku; January 25 – Dennis Kamakahi. Tickets: $39.99, seating is limited. Pavilion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, Napili. 7:30 p.m. showtime. For information call (888) 669-3858.
13th Annual Maui Chinese New Year Festival
Saturday, January 28:
13th Annual Maui Chinese New Year Festival. Bring in the Year of the Dragon with lion Dancers, cooking contest, children art contest, food, crafters, children activities, calligraphy, Chinese antique display. Maui Mall, 70 E Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului. 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Free family event. For information call Yuki Lei at (808) 878-1888.