Saturday, September 10: 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.  Hana Buddhist Temple, Bon Dance located at Hana Fairgrounds (Below Hana Ranch […]

Thursday, September 15: Moku`ula by Moonlight in Lahaina.  As the full moon rises over Mauna Kahalawai in West Maui, the Mokuula/Mokuhinia restoration site in Lahaina is in the spotlight, featuring a free cultural and educational program that’s open to the public. Kamehameha Iki Park, 525 Front St., Lahaina.  6:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For information visit […]

Thursday, September 15: Sergio Mendes. Producer, composer, keyboardist and vocalist, Sergio Mendes’ influence on the music industry has spanned five decades and continues to evolve through new collaborations and mediums. Pre-show entertainment by Phil and Angela Benoit in the Yokouchi Pavilion Courtyard.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  7:30 p.m. For […]

Friday & Saturday, September 16 & 17:  Harvest Moon Festival.  Shop the Farmers’ Corner market in the Wo Hing Museum yard. Chinese tea and moon cakes will be served to the accompaniment of an erhu and gu zheng harp performance. Enjoy exhibits, local product displays, cultural activities and children’s crafts. A talk on the history […]

Friday, September 16:  Sublime with Rome.  Ray Jr. and Tantriq Entertainment present legendary ska punk reggae band for its biggest Hawai`i show to date.  Known for classic alternative hits like “What I Got,” “Santeria,” “Wherever You Go,” and the current hit “Sirens”.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  5 p.m. […]

Saturday, September 17:  Pailolo Challenge 2016 – Maui to Molokai.  The Pailolo Challenge is an incredible 26-mile downwind canoe race from D.T. Fleming Beach on Maui to Kaunakakai Pier on Molokai. Paddling teams from all over the globe come to participate in "The World's Funnest Canoe Race." DT Flemmings Beach, Kapalua. Begins with opening ceremony […]

Saturday, September 24: Maui Okinawan Festival. The entertainment program will feature continuous Okinawan music and dance, taiko and sanshin players, martial arts demonstrations, and vendors selling arts, crafts and jewelry. Okinawan food will be available for purchase. Maui Mall, 70 E. Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 242-1560 or […]

Thursday, September 29:  3rd Annual Keokea Ho`olaule`a.  This popular Labor Day weekend event features Upcountry produce, crafts, foods, and entertainment all day.  10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  $1 per person, $5 maximum per family.  Keokea Marketplace, 16.9 Mile Marker of Kula Highway, Keokea, Kula.  For information call (808) 276-2713.

Thursday, September 29: 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 […]

Fridays & Saturdays, September 30 – October 16: Boeing Boeing.  This 1960’s French farce features self-styled Parisian Lothario Bernard, who has Italian, German, and American fiancées, each beautiful airline hostesses with frequent “layovers”. He keeps “one up, one down and one pending” until unexpected schedule changes bring all three to Paris and Bernard’s apartment at […]