Weekends, August 25 – September 3: MAPA Live presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame.  The famous love story of Quasimodo and Esmeralda comes to life on a grand scale in this re-imagining of Victor Hugo’s tale of hope, acceptance, and what it means to be a hero.  With a lush score featuring songs from the […]

Saturday, August 26:  Observe & Play Family Day:  Spineless Exhibit.  Parents and children are invited to the Schaefer International Gallery to see the exhibit and make a sea creature to take home.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Schaefer International Gallery, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  10 a.m. to 12 noon.  Free admission.  For more information call […]

Throughout the Month of August: Obon Dance & Festival.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i 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: Friday […]

Thursday. August 31: 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 […]

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 […]

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.  September 1 - Wailuku, on Market Street; September 8 – Lahaina, on Front Street; September 15 – Makawao, […]

Weekends, August 25 – September 3: MAPA Live presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame.  The famous love story of Quasimodo and Esmeralda comes to life on a grand scale in this reimagining of Victor Hugo’s tale of hope, acceptance, and what it means to be a hero.  With a lush score featuring songs from the […]

Every Wednesday and Thursday: Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program. Do you miss having a dog to spend your day with? Visitors and residents can sign up to take a homeless dog out for the day from the Maui Humane Society animal shelter. The shelter is easy to find as it is conveniently located […]

Every Wednesday:  Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert.  Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by various 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”.  September 6 – Led Kaapana; September 13 […]

Friday & Saturday, September 8 & 9: Kū Mai Ka Hula. Featuring award-winning hālau competing in solo and group performances, invitees including hālau from Japan and the U.S. Mainland, as well as Maui, and Oahu.  Male and female dancers perform both kahiko (traditional) and `auana (modern) hula stylings.  The solo competition will take place Friday […]