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”.  July 3 – Richard Ho`opi`i; July 10 – […]

Thursday, July 4:  Fourth of July Concert in the Park.  The annual celebration outdoors on the Lahaina Library Lawn, Front Street, features fireworks and traditional holiday music performed by the Maui Community Band. Preshow entertainment by UH-Maui Institute of Hawaiian Music under the direction of George Kahumoku, Jr.  4:30 to 10 p.m.  For information call […]

Every Friday: Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Free admission. 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.  July 5 - Wailuku, on Market Street; July 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; July 19 – Makawao, on […]

Throughout the Month of July:  Obon Dance & Festival.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.  Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below: Saturday, […]

Saturday, July 6:  48th Annual Makawao Paniolo Parade.  Theme: Hanohano Nā Paniolo (Distinguished are the Paniolo).  Stick Horses Race at 8:45 a.m., Parade begins at 9:00 a.m.  No parking in town.  Roads will be closed.  Park at the Oski Rice Arena Rodeo Grounds on Olinda Road and take the free shuttle.  For information call (808) […]

Throughout the Month of July:  Obon Dance & Festival.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.  Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below: Saturday, […]

Thursday, July 18:  Atamira Dance Company.  From Aotearoa/New Zealand: the leading creators of Maori contemporary dance theater, with works that embody the essence of their unique landscape and cultural identity. Atamira’s choreographers, dancers and designers reflect a diverse cross-section of voices from both urban and rural backgrounds, telling the stories of Maori people through compelling […]

Throughout the Month of July:  Obon Dance & Festival.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.  Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below: Saturday, […]

Thursday, July 25:  Hawaiian Music Series.  Enjoy live Hawaiian music on the Baldwin Home lawn from 6 to 7:30 p.m.  The free program takes place in historic Lahaina and features local entertainers performing traditional Hawaiian music. Chairs are limited; blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome.  For information call (808) 661-3262 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Friday – Sunday, July 26 – 28:  Sesame Street Live – Can’t Stop Singing.  When Elmo gets his furry fingers on Abby Cadabby’s magic wand, there’s something in the air -- Sesame Street becomes a nonstop, all-singing, all-dancing musical montage! Baby Bear and Grover sing their highs and lows, Cookie Monster sings fast and slow, […]