Friday, 1:30 to 6 p.m., $35 per person, children 12 and under are free:  Those who want to be first through the gate and who appreciate a leisurely shopping experience won’t want to miss this year’s “Exclusive Shopping Day.” Get a one day head-start on your Festival shopping with opening ceremonies with complimentary light pupu, food trucks with food for purchase, a chance to win a “Maui Getaway package” (must be present to win), and a free event tote.  Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., $5 at the gate, children 12 and under free:  The Big Festival Day! Enjoy vendor product demonstrations and a fashion show, food court with a dozen of Maui’s food trucks, first 2,000 attendees receive a free Festival tote, and prize drawings throughout the day.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  For information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Friday & Saturday, November 2 & 3:
5^th Annual Made in Maui County Festival.  Maui County`s largest products show features over 140 vendors offering a wide variety of locally made products, including food, produce, art, crafts, jewelry, fashions, furniture, gifts, collectibles and more.

Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event.  6 to 9 p.m.  November 2 – Wailuku, on Market Street; November 9 – Lahaina, on Front Street; November 16 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; November 23 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center; November 30 – Lana`i City, Island of Lana`i, around Dole Park, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For transportation packages to Lana`i Friday Town Party, visit http://go-lanai.com/.   For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit www.mauifridays.com.

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. Tours take place on the half hour from 6 to 8 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina; children 12 & under free.  For information visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Wednesday, October 31:
Halloween in Lahaina.  For one night each year, Front Street transforms into a giant Halloween Party, filled with family-friendly activities, live music, and of course one of the world’s most unique displays of ghosts, ghouls, and much more. You never know what you’ll find! Festivities begin on Front Street with the Annual Keiki Halloween Costume Parade at 4 p.m.  Festivities continue until 11:30 p.m., with many shops and restaurants along Front Street celebrating the night with music, food, costume contests, and a host of activities.  Plan to arrive before 3 p.m. for parking.  Parking lots are accessible from Dickenson Street only to Luakini Street.

Thursday, October 25:
Hawaiian Music Series.  Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Streets, Lahaina. 6 to 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-3262 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Saturday, October 20:
Mohala Mai.  Hālau Nā Lei Kaumaka O Uka, the overall champions at this year’s Merrie Monarch Festival, collaborate with Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winning groups, Keauhou and Nā Hoa, to create a magical evening of hula and Hawaiian music you don’t want to miss. A one-of-a-kind silent auction has become a signature at this yearly event. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. Silent auction begins at 3:30 p.m., show time 5:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org

Saturday, October 13:
The Village People  One of the most iconic party bands of all time. It’s a non-stop party with the guys who ruled an era. Playing all the hits – “YMCA,” “Macho Man,” “Go West,” “In the Navy,” and more. plus special guests, A Taste of Honey, performing their smash hits, including “Sukiyaki” and “Boogie Oogie Oogie”.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  7:15 to 10 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Friday, October 26: 
Spookfest 2018.  Spookfest is a family-friendly Halloween event for all ages. There will be trunk or treat, concessions, costume contest, keiki games and a middle school dance open to all middle schoolers. This event is free and open to the public.  Kalama Intermediate School, 120 Makani Rd., Makawao. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 573-8735.

Every Sunday:
Maui Sunday Market. Held each Sunday, from 4 pm to 8 pm, in the Kahului Shopping Center parking lot, this popular event features island vendors (crafters, artisans, food purveyors, and more); entertainment; food trucks; and activities showcasing Hawaiian Cultural traditions and practices. Public admission and parking is free.