#Maui events

Plant-based chef and cookbook author Lillian Cumic will host a free public presentation in Wailuku this Saturday, Dec. 13, sharing her personal journey through food, culture and health, along with practical tips for incorporating plant-based cooking into everyday life.

The one-night-only, 21-and-over event offers guests an early look at the decorated Kaluanui Estate and the annual Hui Holidays Marketplace.

The second of three Pilina ʻĀina workshops takes place Sunday, Dec. 7 in Mākena.

Kīhei 4th Friday Town Party lands on “Black Friday,” Nov. 28. The popular community event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Azeka Shopping Center Mauka.

Maui-born 17-year-old surfer Dylan Sloan is bringing his new Hurley-sponsored surf film “Genesis” home for a special one-night premiere on Saturday, Nov. 29, at 6 p.m. at South Maui Gardens in Kīhei.

The Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce has announced the full lineup for Holomua 2025, an annual celebration of leadership, culture and creativity on Maui.

Wailuku First Friday will team up with Maui Comic Con for a special edition of the monthly street festival on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Mālama Maui Nui’s Talking ʻŌpala Environmental Speaker Series returns this month with a focus on “Recycling Efforts on Maui.”

ʻUlupalakua Ranch will host its second annual Christmas in the Country community celebration on Saturday, Dec. 13, bringing together Maui residents and visitors for a full day of holiday spirit, community gathering and country fun. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present Kinohi: The Beginning, The Origin, a new concert by Grammy-nominated artist Amy Hānaialiʻi, on Friday, Nov. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the Castle Theater.

From Oct. 17 to Nov. 2, 2025, Maui audiences are invited to experience a high-energy production of “The Rocky Horror Show” live at the Historic ʻĪao Theater. The show stars award-winning musician, actor, and entertainer Eric Gilliom, who has announced that this will be his final reprise of the iconic Dr. Frank N. Furter role.

The Shops at Wailea will continue its series of free live performances throughout August, featuring a mix of local award-winning artists in its open-air venue.

The event unfolds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at the Kēōkea Marketplace, a quarter mile past Grandma’s Coffee House.

In recognition of Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea, Hawaiʻi’s Day of Sovereignty Restoration, Fairmont Kea Lani invites the community to a day of cultural learning, reflection and celebration on Sunday, July 27, 2025, from 9:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Friends of Twin Falls is inviting Hawaiʻi residents to a special Kamaʻāina Exclusive event on Saturday, July 5, at Wailele Farms—commonly known as Twin Falls.

Maui ocean conservationists have started a new speaker series exploring cultural stewardship and coastal resilience.

Keiki Kupuna will present a spring celebration, “Spring Ho‘ike: A Stroll Down Memory Lane,” on May 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the ‘A’ali’ikuhonua Creative Arts Center on the Seabury Hall campus.

The Shops at Wailea will host a full schedule of live music throughout May, continuing its tradition of offering free performances that highlight local talent and community connection.

The 2025 Hawaiʻi Legislature hasn’t adjourned quite yet, but it’s time to register for the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii’s annual legislative wrap-up seminars, which this year will be offered statewide.

Maui County’s Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee will continue to gather public input on the fiscal year 2026 budget with several upcoming evening meetings.