Halloween on Front Street
Friday, October 31:
Halloween on Front Street. Lahaina blocks off Front Street to cars for the biggest Halloween celebration in Hawai`i. Festivities will begin on Front Street with the 34th Annual Keiki Halloween Costume Parade at 4:30. Following the parade, many shops and restaurants along Front Street will celebrate the night with music, food, costume contests, and a host of activities. Plan to arrive before 3p.m. for parking. Parking lots are accessible from Dickenson Street only to Luakini Street.
Maui Comedy Festival
Thursday – Sunday, October 30 – 2 (excluding Halloween):
Maui Comedy Festival. A multi-venue comedy showcase in the historic town of Lahaina. Experience more than 30 of today’s funniest and smartest comics, including Reggie Watts, Tig Notaro, Nate Bargatze, Nikki Glaser and Aisha Tyler. In addition to brilliant stand-up performances, the festival will feature unique events, including a live taping of The Green Room with Paul Provenza, a special edition of This Is Not Happening hosted by Ari Shaffir and live podcast recordings of Girl on Guy with Aisha Tyler and the Smartest Man in the World podcast with Greg Proops. Various venues throughout Lahaina on Front St. For information on venues, call (808) 214-5925 or visit www.mauicomedyfestival.com.
Hawaiian Music Series
Thursday, October 30:
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) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.
Island Vibez Music Fest
Saturday, October 25:
Island Vibez Music Fest. Featuring three of reggae’s top artists, with Collie Buddz, Stick Figure & Kolohe Kai all hitting the stage. This will be Stick Figure’s and Kolohe Kai’s first time on Maui since the band started performing again. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Event Lawn, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 5:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
Fall Harvest Festival
Sunday, October 19:
Fall Harvest Festival. The “Fall Harvest Festival” will include pony rides, petting zoo, haunted house, silent auction, farmer’s market & craft fair, food trucks & food booths, face painting, balloon animals, games, arts & crafts, bake sale, beanie baby adoption, a presentation by Maui Tumblers at noon and a keiki Halloween costume contest starting at 1:00 p.m. (ages 0-12). Haku Baldwin Center, 444 Makawao Ave., Makawao. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 572-9129 or visit www.hakubaldwincenter.org.
Festivals of Aloha – Hana Ho`olaulea
October 18 – 25:
Festivals of Aloha – Hana Ho`olaulea. Hana town comes together through week-long festivities. Each day showcases a different family fun activity, from a parade to kick off the festivities at 9 a.m., Saturday, October 18, and culminating on Saturday, October 25 with a Ho’ike night, a special evening of Hawaiian entertainment, food, culture and Hawaiian music and Hula. Throughout the week, enjoy games, sports, fishing tournaments, food, crafts, movie night and much more! For schedule of events, visit www.festivalsofaloha.com, and click on Hana Schedule of Events.
9th Annual Maui Ukulele Festival
Sunday, October 12:
9th Annual Maui Ukulele Festival. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon on the lawn as acclaimed ukulele musicians fill the air with island music. Frequently featured in the line-up are Herb Ohta San & Nando Suan, Richard Ho`opi`i, Kamakakehau Fernandez, the Hula Honeys and more – including talented senior and student groups. Fine ukulele will be featured as door prizes. The festival also features displays of made-in-Hawai`i arts and crafts and ono-licious island foods available for purchase. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Event Lawn, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 1 – 6 p.m. Event is Free. For information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
Ke’ala’iliahi 2014
Friday, October 11:
Ke’ala’iliahi 2014 – Never Forgot(ten) Maui`s own Halau Kekuaokala`au`ala`iliahi presents a humble reflection and artful expression of the Wailuku-based halau’s first ten years. The halau will share the stage with beloved friends. Silent auction and pre-show activities begin at 4 p.m. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
Maui Friday Town Parties
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. 6-9 p.m. October 3 – Wailuku, on Market Street; October 10 – Lahaina, on Front Street; October 17 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; October 24 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center. For more information visit www.MauiFridays.com.
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. Dusk – 8:30 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.